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Democrats clinch control of US Senate with win in Nevada

As of this morning, with nearly 97% of the vote counted in the Nevada Senate race, Laxalt was leading by…

Updated: November 13, 2022 09:23 IST

US inflation drop driven mainly by soft global prices; Next rate hike to stay near 50 bps

The inflation rate of October hints at a downward trend in the longer term, but the transitory view does not…

November 11, 2022 19:28 IST

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Five prominent Indian-American politicians in race for US Congress in midterm polls

The Washington Post newspaper on Friday said that Indian-Americans can play an important role in some of the tightly contested…

November 5, 2022 10:15 IST

Fight against inflation and interest rates: India v/s US

India’s interest rate trajectory has seen a more measured rise when compared to the US. Even when compared on a…

October 29, 2022 10:11 IST

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Core US inflation rises to 40-year high, securing big Fed hike

A closely watched measure of US consumer prices rose by more than forecast to a 40-year high in September, pressuring…

October 14, 2022 07:52 IST

US Security Strategy report says India an `ally’, China `competitor and Russia `threat'

US Security report says India an ‘ally’, China ‘competitor’ and Russia ‘threat’

India, being the world’s largest democracy and a ‘Major Defence Partner’, will continue to be a key partner in realising…

October 13, 2022 20:39 IST

US marks 21st anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks New York

The observances follow a fraught milestone anniversary last year. It came weeks after the chaotic and humbling end of the…

September 11, 2022 13:21 IST

Bears will be back in action after Powell’s hawkish tone at Jackson Hole; 75 bps rate hike likely in next FOMC

Jerome Powell’s 9-minute speech in Jackson Hole on Friday was short, crisp, clear. The event was a chance for Powell…

Updated: August 29, 2022 11:36 IST

US Treasury official concludes India visit with discussions on Ukraine

A US treasury official has concluded his visit to India that included meetings among others with Union Finance Minister Nirmala…

August 27, 2022 08:15 IST

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Jackson Hole Symposium: How and when to watch; why US Fed chair Powell’s speech is eyed by markets, economists

Markets globally are keeping a close watch on US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s remarks during the upcoming Jackson Hole…

August 25, 2022 15:29 IST

India has never been defensive about its stand on buying Russian oil: EAM Jaishankar

He said the Indian community has a role in strengthening the bilateral relationship.

August 17, 2022 21:04 IST

This is the US’s most ambitious effort ever to address climate change—it is good for India and the world, and it deserves to be lauded.

The US reclaims its seat at the climate table

The resurrection of Biden’s flagship climate legislation is just the tonic for once-sceptical countries and organisations to resume partnerships with…

August 12, 2022 04:30 IST

The recent past has seen protests in Cuba and the US condemning the regime for a failure to provide for the basic necessities for Cuban citizens. This has only added to a sense of antagonism among the two nations.

US, China, Latin America, and the summit of the Americas

The US announced its decision to not invite Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba to the summit on the account of being…

May 13, 2022 17:21 IST

Ensure territory not used for planning attacks in India: US to Pakistan

The US has asked Pakistan to ensure that its territory is not used for planning attacks in India, after Prime…

June 10, 2016 10:24 IST

Philadelphia could become 1st major US city with soda tax

The Philadelphia City Council is set to vote on an amended version of a soda tax proposal that would set…

June 9, 2016 09:46 IST

Police kill man after going on shooting rampage in Alabama

Authorities say police fatally shot a man accused of going on a shooting rampage injuring three people including a toddler.

June 6, 2016 09:52 IST

Man beaten and held in closet by East Cleveland police gets $22 mn

A jury awarded $22 million to an Ohio man who sued the city of East Cleveland and police officers after…

June 2, 2016 09:29 IST

United States mortgage penalty is voided

The Justice Department has relied on FIRREA for several financial crisis-linked cases in part because it provides 10 years from…

May 24, 2016 13:36 IST

FBI’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives in US: James Earl Ray, Osama bin Laden on list in past

The FBI had hunted dangerous fugitives for years when a United Press International reporter asked in 1949 for the names…

May 20, 2016 10:06 IST

FBI adds LA and Chicago area suspects to 10 Most Wanted list

The FBI added two men to its 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list Thursday: A Chicago-area man suspected in a teenager’s…

May 20, 2016 10:03 IST

US man admits to ripping off Muslim woman’s hijab on Southwest Airlines flight, saying ‘Take it off! This is America!’

A 37-year-old man has admitted in court that he ripped off a Muslim woman’s hijab on board a flight in…

May 16, 2016 10:26 IST

NORAD: General is 1st woman to lead top-tier US combat command

Air Force Gen. Lori J. Robinson on Friday became the first woman to lead a top-tier U.S. warfighting command when…

May 14, 2016 15:13 IST

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