Politics

Indian-American Uzra Zeya named Under Secy at US State Dept

Zeya, who has more than two decades of experience with the Department of State and has expertise in Near East, South Asian, Europe, human rights and multilateral affairs, was nominated Under Secretary at State Department by Biden

Jan 17, 2021

Yediyurappa's son target for disgruntled K'taka BJP leaders; Amit Shah to hear grievances

The disgruntled leaders are likely to target Yediyurappa's second son B.Y. Vijayendra when they meet Shah. Majority of ruling party MLAs have attacked Vijayendra's style of functioning while even some ministers in private conceded that his interference is increasing.

Jan 16, 2021

Who is Vidur Sharma; COVID testing adviser appointed by Biden

Vidur Sharma, like many Biden nominees, is an old White House hand having served in the administration of former President Barack Obama, when Biden was Vice President.

Jan 16, 2021

With Trump gone, Kim Jong-Un to come for US with nuke; North Korea to expand arsenal

At a rare Party Congress, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un pledged to strengthen Pyongyang's military capabilities just days ahead of Biden succeeding Trump as the President of the United States.

Jan 13, 2021

Who was Sheldon Adelson; facts about LA's casino magnate that'll blow your mind

Starting as the son of a Boston cab driver to backing Donald Trump and Netanyahu with mega billions, he truly came far in life and how.

Jan 12, 2021

Joe Biden's FBI to prosecute Pro-Trump Republicans: Rep. Ted Lieu among others opine

As US President Donald Trump's impeachment process has been initiated, Democrats are mulling for the prosecution of pro-Trump Republicans for their role in the US Capitol violence.

Jan 12, 2021

Capitol Seige: Rep Pramila Jayapal tests Covid positive, blames it on mask-averse Republicans in secure room

Says Republicans not only cruelly refused to wear a mask but mocked at colleagues who offered them one

Jan 12, 2021

Biden picks new CIA chief: William Burns – a strong critic of PM Modi [Lesser known facts]

William Burns was executive secretary of the State Department and special assistant to then Secretaries of State Warren Christopher and Madeleine Albright, and minister-counselor for political affairs at the US embassy in Moscow.

Jan 12, 2021

Imran Khan is afraid of Indian govt; says it is strongest in 73 years | Watch

In an undated video that has gone viral on social media, Pakistan Prime Minster Imran Khan can be heard saying in a speech that Pakistan Army needs to be strengthened if the country needs to stand a chance against India.

Jan 10, 2021

Hillary Clinton's sassy response to Donald Trump's Twitter suspension is too good to miss

Meanwhile, the social media platform also replete with memes on Trump's posts from the past that completely contradict his present stance.

Jan 10, 2021

Who is Sabrina Singh; Indian American named White House Deputy Press Secy

Singh was earlier a senior spokesperson on the Mike Bloomberg presidential campaign and National Press Secretary for Cory Booker's presidential campaign.

Jan 8, 2021

Biden nominee Vanita Gupta recalls experience of racial bigotry

One of the most respected civil rights lawyers in America, Vanita Gupta spoke of her parents as proud immigrants from India and recalled how she faced racial bigotry at a McDonald's as a four-year-child

Jan 8, 2021

Trump concedes: That's the headline [details]

As the US Capitol riots grabbed global attention, US President Donald Trump has reluctantly conceded defeat and agreed to an orderly transition on January 20.

Jan 7, 2021

US House rejects Republican-led challenge to Biden's win in Arizona

US Congress has voted to reject Republican lawmakers' objection to President-elect Joe Biden's victory over sitting President Donald Trump in the state of Arizona

Jan 7, 2021

Trump supporters clash with police, break into US Capitol; US Prez urges to remain peaceful

Crowds waving "Trump" flags, "Stop the Steal!" signs with some of the members wearing capes who were gathering in the city over the last 24 hours.

Jan 7, 2021