Amritsar: 100 Underprivileged Students Complete English Access Microscholarship Program
The English Access Microscholarship Program is a US State Department-sponsored global initiative that provides English communication skills to talented students from socio-economically disadvantaged communities.
Feb 03, 2023, 17:48 PM IST
US asks staff not to visit Islamabad's Marriott Hotel, warns of 'possible attack'
This security alert comes two days after a suicide bombing in the capital killed a policeman and wounded six others, the Dawn newspaper reported. In its security alert, the US embassy said it was "aware of information that unknown individuals are possibly plotting to attack Americans at the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad sometime during the holidays".
Dec 26, 2022, 06:43 AM IST
US to evacuate its embassy in Ukraine over fears of Russian invasion
This development comes after US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered an additional 3,000 US troops to be sent to Poland as fears over a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine rise.
Feb 12, 2022, 12:36 PM IST
Two rockets hit Baghdad's Green Zone, where US embassy is located: Iraqi state media
One rocket was destroyed in the air by the C-RAM defense system and the other landed near the zone`s festival arena damaging two cars.
Dec 19, 2021, 08:56 AM IST
US MEA Blinken: Suspends US' diplomatic presence in Afghanistan, operations to shift to Qatar
The United States on Monday began a "new" chapter in Afghanistan and shifted its diplomatic functions from Afghanistan to Qatar. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said as he pledged to help every American to help in leaving the war-torn nation
Aug 31, 2021, 08:16 AM IST
Avoid going to Kabul airport: US embassy warns American citizens citing ‘security threats’
The German Embassy has also advised its local citizens not to go to the Kabul airport, warning in an email that the Taliban were conducting increasingly strict controls around the airport.
Aug 26, 2021, 07:11 AM IST
Rockets target US Embassy in Baghdad, no casualties
A US-led coalition contractor was killed and other civilians were wounded in a rocket attack outside Irbil international airport last Tuesday. On Saturday, rockets wounded personnel working for a US defense company at Balad airbase in Salahaddin province. The US Embassy was a frequent target of rocket attacks during the Trump administration.
Feb 22, 2021, 23:45 PM IST
UK anti-racism protesters clash with mounted police
British anti-racism protesters briefly clashed with mounted police on Saturday after thousands gathered in central London to voice their anger at police brutality after the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Jun 07, 2020, 07:52 AM IST
Driver arrested for sexually assaulting minor in US embassy in Delhi
A case was registered under section 376 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and 4/6 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act at the Chanakyapuri Police Station.
Feb 05, 2020, 23:29 PM IST
Five rockets hit near US embassy in Baghdad; Iraqi PM condemns attack
The rockets hit the high-security `Green Zone` in Baghdad which houses a number of foreign diplomatic missions, Anadolu Agency reported, citing Iraqi authorities.
Jan 27, 2020, 07:25 AM IST
Three rockets hit near US embassy in Baghdad's high-security Green Zone: Sources
Three rockets hit near the US embassy in high-security Green Zone of Iraqi capital city of Baghdad, security sources said adding that there were no reports of casualties so far.
Jan 21, 2020, 08:38 AM IST
Iran will 'pay a very big price' if lives are lost at any US facility: Donald Trump
Trump has warned Iran of serious consequences if any US facility is attacked.
Jan 01, 2020, 12:26 PM IST
Iran denies role in US embassy violence, warns against retaliation
Protesters led by Iranian-backed militias voiced their anger over US air strikes on militia bases in Iraq and Syria, hurled stones and torched a security post at the US Embassy in Baghdad.
Jan 01, 2020, 10:59 AM IST
Amidst anti-CAA protests, US cautions its citizens travelling to India
Informing about the situation in the country, the statement further said that curfew had been imposed and internet, mobile communications were down.
Dec 20, 2019, 12:03 PM IST
Turkey and Israel expel envoys over Gaza violence
Turkey told Israel`s ambassador to leave the country on Tuesday after Israeli forces killed 60 Palestinians during protests on the Gaza border.
May 16, 2018, 00:49 AM IST
Gazans bury dead after bloodiest day of Israel border protests
Palestinians rallied in Gaza on Tuesday for the funerals of scores of people killed by Israeli troops a day earlier, while on the Gaza-Israel border, Israeli forces took up positions to deal with the expected final day of a Palestinian protest campaign.
May 15, 2018, 18:20 PM IST
Gaza toll rises to 59 with more protests against Israel planned
Fresh protests were expected today a day after Israeli forces killed 59 Palestinians during clashes and protests along the Gaza border against the US embassy opening in Jerusalem in the conflict's bloodiest day in years.
May 15, 2018, 14:49 PM IST
Gaza massacre: Israel defends actions as 55 Palestinians killed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his military, saying: "Every country has an obligation to defend its borders.
May 15, 2018, 10:19 AM IST
55 dead in Gaza protests as Israel fetes US Embassy move
Throughout the day, Gaza protesters set tires ablaze, sending thick plumes of black smoke into the air, and hurled firebombs and stones toward Israeli troops across the border.
May 15, 2018, 09:45 AM IST
Photos: US opens new embassy in Jerusalem
The US on Monday opened its embassy in Jerusalem. US President Donald Trump had announced the decision to move the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in December 2018, when he had formally recognised the holy city as the capital of Israel, breaking away from decades of US neutrality on the sensitive issue.
May 15, 2018, 00:52 AM IST
