US sharpens tech war with China across AI, chips, biotech

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:20 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) As the Trump Administration expands its strategic competition with China across artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and biotechnology, top American lawmakers warned that the contest is not just technological but a “moral fight” that will shape global power and economic security.

Iran war strains US arms, raises concerns over Ukraine support

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:12 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) US lawmakers warned of mounting pressure on American weapons stockpiles and a rapidly deteriorating global nuclear landscape, as a Senate hearing exposed sharp concerns over the Trump administration’s war with Iran and the future of arms control.

US Republicans invoke ‘modern watergate’ in Senate clash over Trump probe

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:08 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) A bitter partisan clash erupted in the US Senate as Republicans accused federal investigators of orchestrating a sweeping abuse of power in their inquiries into Donald Trump, likening the effort to a “modern Watergate,” while Democrats dismissed the claims as unfounded and defended the investigations as routine law enforcement.

Pentagon calls cybersecurity, digital networks a war weapon

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:20 AM

Washington, March 25, (IANS) The Pentagon declared cybersecurity and digital networks as central to modern warfare, telling lawmakers that its “digital backbone” is now a “weapon system” critical to how US forces fight, decide, and win future conflicts.

US Army launches drone marketplace

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:06 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) The US Army has launched a digital marketplace to speed up drone purchases and expand access to advanced unmanned systems for its forces and allies.

45 nations join Melania’s tech alliance

IANS | March 25, 2026 7:03 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) First Lady Melania Trump launched a new global coalition bringing together 45 countries and major technology companies, calling for a coordinated push to expand access to education and technology for children worldwide.

US readies 82nd Airborne Division troops for Middle East

IANS | March 25, 2026 6:59 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) The Pentagon is preparing to deploy thousands of troops from the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, signalling a potential escalation in the Iran conflict even as Washington explores diplomatic options.

Oil markets volatile amid conflict fears, diplomacy hopes

IANS | March 25, 2026 6:42 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) Oil markets swung sharply as investors weighed fears of a prolonged Middle East conflict against signs of possible diplomatic progress, with prices briefly topping $100 before retreating.

US sends Iran 15-point war end plan

IANS | March 25, 2026 6:37 AM

Washington, March 25 (IANS) The United States has sent Iran a sweeping 15-point plan to end the war and dismantle its nuclear programme, media reports said, as President Donald Trump claimed Tehran “would like to make a deal.”