Rahul Gandhi To Leave For US Today, Likely To Deliver Speech On 'Future Of Indian Democracy'
During his US trip, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi may also deliver a lecture at California's Stanford University and hold meetings with American lawmakers.
May 30, 2023, 07:23 AM IST
India 'Most Critical' Partner To Counter China: US Lawmakers Ahead Of PM Modi's State Visit
A group of US lawmakers on Tuesday called for extending an invitation to PM Narendra Modi to address a joint session of Congress during his upcoming state visit.
May 24, 2023, 08:43 AM IST
US lawmakers unveil bill to help news organizations negotiate with Google, Facebook
The Journalism Competition and Preservation Act removes legal obstacles to news organizations' ability to negotiate collectively and secure fair terms from gatekeeper platforms that regularly access news content without paying for its value.
Aug 25, 2022, 12:22 PM IST
China conducts combat readiness patrol as US Congressional delegation visits Taiwan
Cross-strait tensions have been rising in recent months, with Taiwan complaining about a year or more of repeated missions by China`s air force near the self-ruled island that Beijing claims as its own.
Nov 10, 2021, 10:21 AM IST
Ensure that Taliban do not destabilise Pakistan and acquire nuclear weapons: US
The US lawmakers demanded that President Joe Biden should answer critical questions on what happened in Afghanistan and what are his plans to move forward. “Do you have a plan to ensure that Afghanistan, under Taliban occupation, will never acquire a nuclear weapon?” they asked.
Aug 26, 2021, 06:54 AM IST
Deshhit: US lawmakers move legislation to give India NATO ally status
Two top American lawmakers have moved a legislation in the Senate, seeking key amendment in the country’s Arms Control Export Act to bring India at par with the US’ NATO allies– Israel, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea – when it comes to sale of high-tech military items.
Jun 17, 2019, 20:46 PM IST
Trump doubts lawmakers will reach border wall deal
The agreement Trump signed on Friday that temporarily reopened the government does not provide any new money for the wall.
Jan 28, 2019, 12:13 PM IST
US lawmakers express concern over China's Belt and Road initiative
Though China has promoted the program as generous win-win assistance to its fellow developing nations, the OBOR seems motivated primarily by self-interest, Congressman Ted Yoho, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific said.
Nov 21, 2017, 08:23 AM IST
Google to push for law enforcement to have more access to overseas data
Alphabet Inc`s Google will press US lawmakers on Thursday to update laws on how governments access customer data stored on servers located in other countries, hoping to address a mounting concern for both law enforcement officials and Silicon Valley.
Jun 23, 2017, 10:38 AM IST
Two US lawmakers ask Donald Trump admin to cut Pakistan aid for supporting terror
Two top lawmakers have accused Pakistan of supporting terrorism and urged the Trump administration to cut military aid to the country, saying the US should make it more difficult for Islamabad to get its hands on American weapons.
Jun 17, 2017, 10:21 AM IST
US drops largest non-nuclear bomb on ISIS caves in Afghanistan: India hails move, calls for action against LeT, JuD
Following the bombing over the Achin district of Afghanistan's Nangarhar province by the US, the Indian political fraternity on Friday applauded the move, calling out to other nations to come together against terror.
Apr 14, 2017, 10:09 AM IST
US lawmakers praise Donald Trump administration, say bombarding of ISIS dens in Afghanistan has send 'clear message'
American lawmakers have applauded the Donals Trump administration after the US military dropped its largest non-nuclear bomb on Islamic State targets in eastern Afghanistan, saying that "it sends a clear message" to terror groups in the region.
Apr 14, 2017, 09:23 AM IST
US lawmakers say hate crime unacceptable after Kansas shooting
US lawmakers publicly denounced the killing of an Indian engineer by an American navy veteran in an apparent hate crime in Kansas City, saying there is no place for these senseless acts of violence in the country.
Feb 25, 2017, 10:38 AM IST
US introduces bill to bar Indian companies from hiring on H-1B visas
A legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives by a bipartisan group of US lawmakers which if passed by the Congress would prevent Indian companies from hiring IT professionals on H-1B and L1 visas.
Jul 09, 2016, 12:47 PM IST
US lawmakers praise PM Modi's Congress address
Led by Speaker of House of Representatives Paul Ryan, top US lawmakers on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the joint sitting of the Congress, describing it as "insightful".
Jun 08, 2016, 23:40 PM IST
F-16 fighter jets sold to Pakistan could be used against India: US lawmakers
Top US lawmakers have expressed concerns over the Obama Administration's decision to sell eight F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan.
Apr 28, 2016, 07:35 AM IST
Big boost! Now, United States lawmakers want PM Narendra Modi to address US Congress
If this turns into a reality, it will be a major shot in the arm for PM Narendra Modi.
Apr 21, 2016, 16:56 PM IST
US lawmakers concerned over violence against minorities in India, write to PM Narendra Modi
They also raised additional concerns about the lack of recognition of Sikhism as a distinct religion.
Feb 27, 2016, 20:11 PM IST
US health officials tell lawmakers Zika funding is urgent
US health officials laid out details of their battle plan against the Zika virus for lawmakers on Tuesday, saying that more than $1.8 billion in new emergency funds is needed to protect pregnant American women by the summer mosquito season.
Feb 10, 2016, 06:18 AM IST
US House advances tighter sanctions on North Korea
US lawmakers have voted overwhelmingly to impose stricter economic sanctions on North Korea, seeking to punish the rebellious Asian nation for its latest test of a nuclear bomb last week.
Jan 13, 2016, 05:07 AM IST
