UN chief welcomes US re-engagement with WHO
By: Yoshita Singh United Nations: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the United States’ stated re-engagement with the World Health Organization (WHO), saying supporting the health agency is “absolutely critical” to combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. He said Washington joining the global vaccine initiative will boost efforts to ensure equitable access to vaccines for all countries. “Supporting […]
Strong India-US partnership key to address challenges impacting global community: USISPF
By: Lalit K Jha Washington: A strong and durable India-US partnership will be key to address the broad range of challenges impacting the global community today, a top India-centric American business advocacy group said. The US-India Strategic and Partnership Forum (USISPF) submitted a series of recommendations to the new Biden administration to take the relationship […]
Dalai Lama congratulates US President Joe Biden
Dharamsala (HP): Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Thursday congratulated Joe Biden for being sworn in as the 46th President of the United States and thanked him for his long-standing support for the Tibetan people. He also expressed confidence that Biden will contribute to shaping a more peaceful world in which those suffering from […]
With blazers and sneakers, Kamala Harris brings in new style of power dressing
Washington: Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ understated and elegant signature style of blazers combined with sneakers signals a new way of power dressing. Harris, 56, will make history as the first female, first Black and first South Asian American vice president on Wednesday. Emerging as a woman of conviction and dedicated towards her work, Harris makes […]
We must unify around our shared values, rise above partisan rancour: Trump in farewell message
By: Lalit K Jha Washington: Praying for the success of Joe Biden in keeping America safe and prosperous and extending his best wishes, outgoing US President Donald Trump in his farewell video message said that now more than ever, Americans must unify around their shared values and rise above partisan rancour to forge their common […]
Pence heading back to Indiana hometown after Biden inaugural
Columbus (Indiana): Vice President Mike Pence will be returning to his southern Indiana hometown Wednesday afternoon following the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. The Republican former Indiana governor and his wife Karen are expected to attend Biden’s inauguration and will then fly into the Columbus Municipal Airport, where they will be greeted by some supporters, […]
Joe Biden’s Inaugural event to celebrate resiliency of Black Americans
By: Kat Stafford Detroit (US): The resiliency, culture and heroism of Black Americans and the African diaspora will be the central theme of a virtual event that will celebrate the nation’s diversity on the eve of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is slated to speak at Tuesday’s event, “We Are One,” which […]
Biden to propose 8-year citizenship path for immigrants
By: Lisa Mascaro and Bill Barrow Washington: US President-elect Joe Biden plans to unveil a sweeping immigration bill on Day One of his administration, hoping to provide an eight-year path to citizenship for an estimated 11 million people living in the country without legal status, a massive reversal from the Trump administration’s harsh immigration policies. […]
Afghan officials: Taliban attacks, violence kills dozens
Kabul: A wave of Taliban attacks and violence has killed dozens across Afghanistan, even as talks are underway between the government and the insurgents in Qatar, officials said on Tuesday. A statement from the defence ministry said four army soldiers were killed late Monday night in Taliban attacks on checkpoints in Kunduz province. According to […]
Pakistan PM angry over reports TV anchor knew about strike
By: Munir Ahmed and Sheikh Saaliq Islamabad: Pakistan’s prime minister reacted angrily Monday to media reports of a text exchange between an Indian TV anchor and a former media industry executive that suggests a 2019 Indian airstrike inside Pakistan was designed to boost Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s chances for re-election. Imran Khan took to […]
