Islamabad, Aug 14 (IANS) The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which has been leading the protest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK), has alleged that two people have been injured in firing by Pakistani security forces in Rawalakot.
Tokyo, Aug 14 (IANS) At least six people have died after torrential rains lashed eastern Japan from Thursday into early Friday, triggering widespread flooding, local media reported. Japan’s weather agency issued its highest Level 5 heavy rain warning for more than one-third of the municipalities in Chiba Prefecture, near Tokyo, as authorities remained on alert amid worsening weather conditions.
Tokyo, Aug 14 (IANS) The United States expressed support for Japan's sovereignty over the Northern Territories stating that US-Japan Alliance is dedicated to cultivating prosperity across the Indo-Pacific.
Hanoi, Aug 14 (IANS) Highlighting the enduring partnership between India and Vietnam, Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Tshering W. Sherpa described the two countries as “progressive and forward-looking partners” that have built a strong relationship by turning challenges into opportunities, learning from each other and building on their shared strengths.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) The Trump administration on Thursday reported a 15th consecutive month without releases of undocumented migrants at the US border, citing tighter enforcement and historically low crossings.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has warned that a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas could force US companies to move work abroad, hurting the country’s ability to attract skilled professionals and compete globally.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) Harvard University prioritised lucrative ties with China over US national security and maintained research relationships with entities linked to Beijing’s military and human rights abuses, a Republican-led congressional investigation alleged.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) India’s share of the global space market could rise fivefold within seven years as policy reforms and closer ties with the United States accelerate the growth of its private space industry, the US Department of Commerce has said.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) Five US lawmakers have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to designate Ecuador as a Major Non-NATO Ally, saying the move would strengthen security cooperation and help the country fight drug cartels and organised crime.
Washington, Aug 14 (IANS) US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has said eight million to nine million barrels of oil are moving through the Strait of Hormuz each day, disputing estimates that suggested traffic through the vital waterway had fallen sharply during the conflict with Iran.
