Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) Indian American Arvind Krishna, IBM Chairman and CEO, has called on the Trump Administration to loosen restrictions on exporting advanced American artificial intelligence systems to friendly… Continue reading IBM’s Arvind Krishna seeks easier US export rules for AI stack
Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) The vital role of Indian Americans in strengthening the US–India partnership took centre stage during a Congressional hearing, even as lawmakers sharply criticised the Trump administration’s… Continue reading Indian American community hailed as economic ‘bridge’ amid sharp immigration concerns
Washington, Dec 11 (IANS) India has demonstrated the “stiffest resistance” to China’s growing aggression across the Indo-Pacific, top American experts on South Asia told lawmakers. During a closely watched hearing… Continue reading India shows ‘stiffest resistance’ to China’s coercion, US experts tell lawmakers
Kathmandu, Dec 11 (IANS) Nepal’s interim government will take steps toward amending the current constitution, with reforms aimed at ensuring full proportional and inclusive representation based on population and introducing… Continue reading Nepal moves toward constitutional amendment after breakthrough deal with Gen-Z leaders
Sydney, Dec 10 (IANS) Australia’s world-first social media ban for under-16s came into effect on Wednesday, with 10 major platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, TikTok and X, required to prevent them… Continue reading Australia’s world-first social media ban for under-16s comes into force
Seoul, Dec 10 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Wednesday met with foreign ministers from Pacific Island countries and pledged to deepen cooperation on climate change and other… Continue reading South Korea: Lee vows to enhance climate change cooperation with Pacific Island countries
Washington, Dec 10 (IANS) The Trump administration’s decision to allow NVIDIA to export its advanced H200 artificial intelligence chips to China drew sharp and coordinated criticism on Capitol Hill, with… Continue reading Trump’s chip export move to China sparks bipartisan outcry
Washington, Dec 10 (IANS) The Trump administration has notified Congress of a proposed $686 million sale to upgrade Pakistan’s F-16 fighter aircraft, a move expected to draw scrutiny from lawmakers… Continue reading Trump administration notifies $686 million F-16 upgrade for Pakistan
United Nations, Dec 10 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged UN member states to contribute to the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to “keep hope alive for millions of people… Continue reading Guterres urges UN member states to contribute to emergency response fund
Seoul, Dec 9 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has sent a message of condolence to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the death of Russian Ambassador Aleksandr Matsegora, the North’s… Continue reading North Korea’s Kim sends condolences to Putin over death of Russian envoy to Pyongyang
Kinshasa, Dec 9 (IANS) All parties to the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) must respect international humanitarian law and protect civilians, including distinguishing between civilians and… Continue reading UN humanitarian coordinator calls for protection of civilians in Congo
Seoul, Dec 9 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called Tuesday for overcoming resistance to reforms, signaling his support for the ruling Democratic Party (DP)’s push to pass a… Continue reading South Korea: Lee calls for overcoming resistance amid pushback against judicial reforms
Washington, Dec 9 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved nearly $1.2 billion in new financing for Pakistan, giving the country a critical infusion of support as it struggles to… Continue reading IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan as stability efforts advance
Washington, Dec 9 (IANS) A group of Republican lawmakers is urging the White House to shut down the Optional Practical Training program, saying the long-standing work authorization pathway for foreign… Continue reading US lawmakers seek end to OPT, calling it unregulated system
Washington, Dec 8 (IANS) The 2026 US defence bill intensifies Washington’s pushback against China, tightening restrictions on Chinese military-linked companies and expanding political, economic, and military support for Taiwan. Congressional… Continue reading NDAA 2026 sharpens US hard line on China, expands major Taiwan push
