US lawmakers warn Trump on Chinese EV push

IANS | May 7, 2026 9:07 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) More than 50 Republican lawmakers have urged the Trump administration to block Chinese automotive and battery companies from manufacturing in the United States, arguing that such a move would threaten American jobs, supply chains and national security.

Indian-American expert Ashley Tellis espionage case dismissed by US judge

IANS | May 7, 2026 9:03 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) A federal judge in Virginia has dismissed without prejudice an Espionage Act case against Indian-American strategic affairs scholar Ashley J. Tellis, ruling in favour of a defence argument that prosecutors used the wrong statutory provision in charging him with unlawful retention of classified documents.

Republican lawmakers from Texas seek H-1B fraud probe

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:57 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) Republican lawmakers from Texas have urged the Trump administration to launch a coordinated federal investigation into alleged H-1B visa fraud in North Texas, arguing that abuse of the programme is harming American workers and undermining confidence in the US immigration system.

Democrats target Trump over Iran war costs

IANS | May 7, 2026 8:44 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) Congressional Democrats intensified their attack on President Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran conflict on Wednesday, accusing the administration of dragging the United States into an “illegal war” that has fueled inflation, pushed gasoline prices sharply higher, and burdened American households with rising food, energy and transportation costs.

Reshapes Indian politics: Walter Andersen credits PM Modi, HM Shah for BJPs 'terrific Bengal victory' (IANS Exclusive)

Lalit K. Jha | May 7, 2026 7:43 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party's sweeping victory in West Bengal marks a decisive turning point in Indian politics, strengthens Prime Minister Narendra Modi nationally and internationally, and reflects the organisational depth built by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) over decades, noted American scholar Walter K. Andersen said in an exclusive interview with IANS.

Trump to host UFC fight at White House next month

IANS | May 7, 2026 6:45 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has announced plans for a major UFC fight event at the White House next month, calling it “the greatest show on earth” as he stood alongside some of mixed martial arts’ biggest stars in the Oval Office.