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Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I'm fixing it: Trump

IANS | December 18, 2025 8:47 AM

Washington, Dec 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said his administration has reversed what he described as economic decline and secured the southern border, restoring American strength at home and abroad within the first 11 months of his new term, while placing blame for inflation, migration, and global instability on the previous Democratic administration.

Cautious recovery in India–US ties after 2025 'wobbles', says expert (IANS Interview)

Lalit K. Jha | December 18, 2025 8:13 AM

Washington, Dec 18 (IANS) India's relationship with the United States in 2025 has been marked by early diplomatic momentum, followed by trade-related friction and geopolitical disagreements, but is now stabilising as both sides look ahead to a potentially more productive 2026, a senior US-based India expert has said.

US Senator warns foreign-made generics may put families at risk

IANS | December 18, 2025 7:42 AM

Washington, Dec 18 (IANS) Warning of the United States’ heavy dependence on foreign-made generic drugs, many sourced from India and China, an influential senator cautioned that American families may be at risk from the medicines in their homes.

Indian origin wellness institute plans a million-participant meditation event, eyes Guinness record

Lalit K. Jha | December 18, 2025 7:34 AM

Washington, Dec 18 (IANS) Around one million participants from across the world are planning to join a meditation session on December 21, organised by the Heartfulness Institute, an initiative that promotes peace and harmony through collective meditation, and is expected to set a new Guinness World Record.

Pax Silica signals US shift from chips to full AI stack: Officials

IANS | December 18, 2025 7:18 AM

Washington, Dec 18, (IANS) The United States has signalled a strategic shift from a narrow focus on semiconductor chips to securing the entire artificial intelligence (AI) stack, including data centres, energy, critical minerals, and global supply chains, through its newly launched Pax Silica initiative, senior US officials said.

US says India remains 'key partner' despite not joining Pax Silica

IANS | December 18, 2025 6:41 AM

Washington, Dec 18 (IANS) The United States has underlined that India remains a "highly strategic potential partner" on supply chain security and advanced technologies, even though New Delhi was not part of the inaugural Pax Silica Summit, a new US-led initiative focused on securing the global silicon and semiconductor supply chain.

PM Modi to meet Oman's Sultan today, hold comprehensive review of bilateral ties

IANS | December 18, 2025 6:30 AM

Muscat, Dec 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold comprehensive talks with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on Thursday, focusing on the full spectrum of bilateral relations.

Rights body slams Pakistan govt for use of force against Imran Khan supporters

IANS | December 17, 2025 9:23 PM

Islamabad, Dec 17 (IANS) Pakistani authorities' repeated use of high-pressure water cannons against peaceful protesters outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi is a flagrant violation of their right to peaceful assembly, the Amnesty International said on Wednesday.

Political party flags concerns over prolonged power cuts, internet blackouts in PoK

IANS | December 17, 2025 9:22 PM

Geneva, Dec 17 (IANS) The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) strongly condemned the hours-long load shedding, dangerously low electricity voltage, and the continued collapse of internet and mobile services across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Pakistan's ideological narrative fuels minority persecution and regional instability: Report

IANS | December 17, 2025 9:18 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, Dec 17 (IANS) The persecution of minorities in Pakistan, especially the consistent framing of Hindus as the “other”, the manipulation of Islam and anti-India sentiment for political gain, reveal the stark contradictions in the country’s national identity, a report said on Wednesday.

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Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I'm fixing it: Trump

Cautious recovery in India–US ties after 2025 'wobbles', says expert (IANS Interview)

US Senator warns foreign-made generics may put families at risk

Indian origin wellness institute plans a million-participant meditation event, eyes Guinness record

Pax Silica signals US shift from chips to full AI stack: Officials

US says India remains 'key partner' despite not joining Pax Silica

PM Modi to meet Oman's Sultan today, hold comprehensive review of bilateral ties

Rights body slams Pakistan govt for use of force against Imran Khan supporters

Political party flags concerns over prolonged power cuts, internet blackouts in PoK

Pakistan's ideological narrative fuels minority persecution and regional instability: Report

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