India-US ties: Donald Trump hails PM Modi as ‘great friend’; calls New Delhi a key strategic partner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Donald Trump (ANI image) US President Donald Trump described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “great friend” and reaffirmed the United States’ view of India as a strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific.On Tuesday, the US Embassy in India quoted President Donald Trump on X, saying, “India is home […]

Indian-origin Menka Soni hails Zohran Mamdani’s NYC win, celebrates Indian representation in US: ‘You have to connect…’

Indian-origin Redmond City Councillor Menka Soni has praised mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s successful campaign in New York City, saying it is a proud moment for the Indian community.“I have followed Zohran Mamdani’s entire campaign. My daughter is a big fan of his… I congratulate him… He established a connection with the people. Today, Zohran and others […]

Top Indian American immigration attorney hails Trump’s H-1B reforms as ‘light over darkness’ for international students

Recent reforms to the H-1B visa system will benefit international students rather than restrict them, according to prominent Indian American immigration attorney Aparna Dave.Speaking at the “Diaspora at the Crossroads: Law, Policy and Opportunities” conference in Bethesda, Maryland, earlier this week, Dave said the new executive orders from the Trump administration mark a positive shift […]

Family of Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre hails removal of Prince Andrew’s titles as a ‘victory’ | World News

The family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the late survivor who accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network, has praised King Charles III’s decision to strip Andrew of his remaining royal titles. Calling it a “victory,” the family said the move symbolises long-overdue accountability for one of the most powerful men […]

Starlink Crosses 10,000 Satellite Launches; Elon Musk Hails Milestone Achievement | Udaipur Kiran

New Delhi, October 20 (Udaipur Kiran): Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has congratulated his satellite internet venture Starlink for achieving a historic milestone — the successful launch of 10,000 satellites into orbit. The achievement came after SpaceX launched 28 Starlink internet satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. With […]

‘Will meet Putin in Hungary soon’: Trump hails ‘productive’ call with Russian president; calls for end to ‘inglorious’ Ukraine war

Trump had met Putin in Alaska on August 15 US President Donald Trump said he had a “very productive” phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as a step towards ending the war in Ukraine.The two leaders agreed to hold a meeting of senior advisers next week, led by Secretary of State Marco […]

‘The road was not easy’: Joe Biden hails Gaza peace deal; lauds Donald Trump

Former US President Joe Biden on Monday (local time) said the path to a peace deal in Gaza was “not easy” and praised his successor, Donald Trump, for achieving a successful and “renewed” ceasefire agreement.Click here for live updates“The road to this deal was not easy. My administration worked relentlessly to bring hostages home, provide […]

‘Muslims, Jews, Christians all unified’: JD Vance hails Donald Trump for uniting Israel-Gulf – ‘hostages going to live their lives’

Donald Trump and JD Vance (AP) US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday hailed President Donald Trump’s role in brokering the Gaza peace deal, saying it had united Israel, Gulf Arab nations, and communities across faiths. Vance said the release of the remaining Israeli hostages held by Hamas was imminent and credited the US administration […]

‘Historic moment’: Palestinian President hails Gaza deal in rare interview to Israeli channel; hopes ‘it remains this way’

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has hailed the newly signed Gaza ceasefire agreement as a “historic moment,” expressing optimism for lasting peace between Palestinians and Israelis. In a rare interview with Israel’s Channel 12 on Thursday, Abbas said he hoped the truce would mark an end to years of violence and instability across the region.“What happened […]