US Congress passes defence bill to amend law to give waivers to 'strategic partner' India
The Senate passed the conference report on the National Defense Authorisation Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (NDAA) by an overwhelming, bipartisan vote of 87 to 10.
Aug 02, 2018, 12:57 PM IST
US Congress passes USD 700 billion defence bill
The 2018 National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) sailed through both the chambers of the Congress' House of Representatives and the Senate by a voice vote.
Nov 17, 2017, 15:19 PM IST
US House imposes new 'tougher' condition for civil, military aid to Pakistan
Now, the US Secretary of Defense will have to certify that Pakistan is not providing military, financial, or logistical support to any individuals designated by the US as a terrorist operating in Pakistan or Afghanistan.
Jul 15, 2017, 10:40 AM IST
US House passes $700 billion annual defence bill
But the measure faces more hurdles before it can become law, notably because it would increase military spending beyond last year's $619 billion bill, which is barred by the 2011 Budget Control Act's caps on government spending.
Jul 14, 2017, 22:16 PM IST
US defence bill lays out more security cooperation with India, conditional aid for Pakistan
The highlights of the bill released by Arizona Senator John McCain said it “enhances security cooperation between the United States and India”.
Dec 24, 2016, 20:45 PM IST
US Congress passes over $618 billion annual defence bill
The 2016 bill includes a $3.2 billion increase in military spending when there has been no similar increase in non-defense funding.
Dec 09, 2016, 20:34 PM IST
