Namrata Tripathi

Articles by Namrata Tripathi

Namrata Tripathi is a Reporter with International Business Times. She covers world, India and breaking news stories. A writer by day and a reader by night, Namrata has a degree in English Literature from Hindu College, University of Delhi and also a PGD in English Journalism from Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC). She has previously worked as a Correspondent for Daily News and Analysis (DNA) and other news publications like The Hindu and Millennium Post.

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European Union pledges to give $619 million for Syrian aid in 2018

Senior EU official Federica Mogherini said that the money would be used to assist Lebanon and Jordan, who have taken in thousands of fleeing refugees from the war-affected areas in Syria.

Apr 6, 2017

Trump orders extreme vetting measures for refugees and bans Syrians

US says North Korea a strategic liability to China, days before Trump-Xi meeting

The US made the statement just days ahead of a crucial meeting between US President Donald Trump and the Chinese President Xi Jinping at Mar-a-Lago in Florida this week.

Apr 6, 2017

Sikh, Sikh police officials, Sikhism,NYPD

US Congress recognises Vaisakhi as creation of Khalsa, Sikhs welcome move

"Vaisakhi is an annual festival celebrating the spring harvest season and it is particularly significant to the Sikh religion," the resolution endorsed by the United States house of representatives said.

Apr 6, 2017

Dozens killed in ‘chemical weapons attack’ in Syria

Syria chemical attack: US warns of unilateral action if UN fails to act on Syria; urges Russia to rethink support to Assad

After the chemical attack killed at least 70 civilians in Syria, the US has warned of unilateral action if UN fails to act on it. Rex Tillerson has also urged Russia to consider its support to Assad.

Apr 6, 2017

Iraqi forces pause advance in Mosul due to civilian casualties concern

It will take half a century and $180 million per year to clear mines in Iraq and Syria: UN

The UN official said the figure also includes $50 million annually just to get rid of the weaponry from Mosul where a battle between ISIS and US-backed coalition is underway.

Apr 5, 2017

Islamic State calls US President Donald Trump an 'idiot' in new audio message

This is seemingly the first time that the jihadist group has directly referred to Trump since he formally assumed the US Presidency in January.

Apr 5, 2017

H1B visa: US announces steps to protect American workers from visa abuse

The US Labour Department said its efforts to protect American workers from H1-B visa abuse will involve increased coordination with other departments.

Apr 5, 2017

China slams Narendra Modi over Dalai Lama's visit, says Indo-China ties seriously damaged

China had objected to the Dalai Lama's visit to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday, warning India of "severe damage" to the bilateral relationship.

Apr 5, 2017

World reacts to Syria's worst chemical attack in years, White House blames Assad and Obama

Deemed as one of the worst chemical attacks in Syria's 6-year civil war, the incident killed at least 70 civilians, which included 20 children and 13 women.

Apr 5, 2017

UK visas to get more expensive from April 6; Indians, nationals outside EU to be affected

The move is set to affect Indians and other nationals outside of the European Union (EU).

Apr 4, 2017

Philippines: Magnitude 5.4 earthquake hits Batangas, aftershocks expected

Reports state that the quake hit the Batangas province at 8.58 pm.

Apr 4, 2017

UP CM Yogi Adityanath's first Cabinet meeting: Farm loans up to Rs 1 lakh waived

At least 2.5 crore small and marginalised farmers in UP are set to benefit from the loan waiver.

Apr 4, 2017

Pro-government Syrian forces release footage of Aleppo advance

Suspected chemical attack in Syria's Idlib kills 58 including 11 children

The Syrian activists claimed that the attack was carried out by an airstrike by either the Syrian government or the Russian warplanes.

Apr 4, 2017

Vladimir Putin lays flowers at St Petersburg metro station blast site

Video story: Death toll in St Petersburg train carriage rises to 14

The suspect in the incident has reportedly been identified by security agencies as a native of Kyrgyzstan with Russian citizenship.

Apr 4, 2017

US President Donald Trump might participate in India-Pakistan peace talks

Haley said the US will not wait till "something happens" and will indulge in endeavours to diffuse escalating tensions between the two countries.

Apr 4, 2017

Dalai Lama at the National Prayer Breakfast

Dalai Lama's visit to Arunachal Pradesh postponed to April 6; India asks China to respect its sovereignty

Dalai Lama: India has responded strongly against China's objections stating that the mainland was attempting to create an "artificial controversy."

Apr 4, 2017

St Petersburg train blast: Death toll rises to 14, suspect identified as Kyrgyzstan national

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the scene of explosion on Monday night and laid flowers at a makeshift shrine.

Apr 4, 2017

Volunteers race to rescue 100s of pilot whales stranded on New Zealand beach

Japan kills 333 whales in annual Antarctic hunt, draws international ire

A Japanese agency described the mission to kill the whales as "research for the purpose of studying the ecological system in the Antarctic Sea" in a press release.

Mar 31, 2017

Pakistan blast: At least 11 killed, over 40 injured in Parachinar

Local political agent Ikramullah Khan confirmed the number of casualties in the Parachinar blast in Pakistan.

Mar 31, 2017

Australians starts to recover after ‘horrific’ Cyclone Debbie batters Queensland

Cyclone Debbie havoc: Thousands in Australia asked to evacuate as flooding continues

The Category four storm, Cyclone Debbie, hit the northeastern coastal regions of Australia on Tuesday between Bowen and Airlie beach in Queensland state.

Mar 31, 2017

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Articles by Namrata Tripathi

European Union pledges to give $619 million for Syrian aid in 2018

US says North Korea a strategic liability to China, days before Trump-Xi meeting

US Congress recognises Vaisakhi as creation of Khalsa, Sikhs welcome move

Syria chemical attack: US warns of unilateral action if UN fails to act on Syria; urges Russia to rethink support to Assad

It will take half a century and $180 million per year to clear mines in Iraq and Syria: UN

Islamic State calls US President Donald Trump an 'idiot' in new audio message

H1B visa: US announces steps to protect American workers from visa abuse

China slams Narendra Modi over Dalai Lama's visit, says Indo-China ties seriously damaged

World reacts to Syria's worst chemical attack in years, White House blames Assad and Obama

UK visas to get more expensive from April 6; Indians, nationals outside EU to be affected

Philippines: Magnitude 5.4 earthquake hits Batangas, aftershocks expected

UP CM Yogi Adityanath's first Cabinet meeting: Farm loans up to Rs 1 lakh waived

Suspected chemical attack in Syria's Idlib kills 58 including 11 children

Video story: Death toll in St Petersburg train carriage rises to 14

US President Donald Trump might participate in India-Pakistan peace talks

Dalai Lama's visit to Arunachal Pradesh postponed to April 6; India asks China to respect its sovereignty

St Petersburg train blast: Death toll rises to 14, suspect identified as Kyrgyzstan national

Japan kills 333 whales in annual Antarctic hunt, draws international ire

Pakistan blast: At least 11 killed, over 40 injured in Parachinar

Cyclone Debbie havoc: Thousands in Australia asked to evacuate as flooding continues

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'