Trade deal crucial to deepen US-India economic ties: Keshap

IANS | December 23, 2025 11:07 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) The United States and India must conclude a long-pending trade agreement to unlock deeper economic integration and reinforce business confidence on both sides, Atul Keshap, President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC), said following a recent visit to India.

US firms maintain long-term bet on Bangladesh: Keshap

IANS | December 23, 2025 10:08 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) American companies operating in Bangladesh continue to take a long-term view of the country’s economic prospects, even as it approaches national elections, Atul Keshap said in his capacity as President of the US-Bangladesh Business Council.

USCIS tightens H-1B, legal immigration in 2025 review

IANS | December 23, 2025 8:28 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) US immigration authorities say they are tightening oversight of H-1B visas and other legal immigration programs, citing fraud investigations, new regulatory limits, and a broader enforcement push outlined in a year-end review released.

US to retain seized Venezuelan oil, says Trump

IANS | December 23, 2025 8:00 AM

Washington, Dec 23 (IANS) President Donald Trump said the United States will retain control of recently seized Venezuelan oil, signalling a hardline approach toward Caracas as Washington weighs options ranging from resale to placement in strategic reserves.