Washington, July 11 (IANS) A permanent security fence up to 10 feet high could be built around Lafayette Park, the historic public square directly across from the White House, under a new federal proposal aimed at allowing faster closures during heightened threats.
Washington, July 11 (IANS) US officials are examining intelligence shared by Israel about a possible Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, a warning that contributed to a decision to move him to an older and better-protected Air Force One during his return from Turkey, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday.
Washington, July 11 (IANS) A group of 44 California lawmakers has urged the White House budget office to withdraw a proposed federal grant rule, warning that political control over research funding could weaken American science and hand China a competitive advantage.
Auckland/ New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) India and New Zealand on Saturday reaffirmed their shared resolve to deepen cooperation in combating terrorism, enhancing cyber-security, and addressing other emerging security challenges.
United Nations, July 11 (IANS) India has called for an end to economic embargoes and sanctions, assailing them as barriers to economic and social development, and infringements on the sovereignty of nations.
Washington, July 11 (IANS) China has warned that it could take retaliatory measures after the United States launched trade investigations targeting dozens of economies, including China, over forced labour and alleged industrial overcapacity.
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon on Saturday held wide-ranging bilateral talks in Auckland, agreeing to elevate India-New Zealand relations to a Strategic Partnership while reviewing cooperation across key sectors, including trade, defence, education, sports and culture.
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Saturday announced that India and New Zealand agreed to elevate the ties to a strategic partnership aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation and providing a broader framework for expanding engagement in the years ahead.
Caracas, July 11 (IANS) The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,118 as crews continue to clear rubble in the hardest-hit areas, authorities said.
Auckland, July 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held bilateral talks with his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon in Auckland, with the two leaders agreeing to elevate India-New Zealand ties to a Strategic Partnership. Describing the two countries as "natural partners" that are "made for each other", PM Modi said the historic visit would give new momentum to bilateral ties.
