US targets offshore network behind alleged scams

IANS | November 6, 2026 8:39 AM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) The United States sanctioned four people and 41 companies linked to Cambodia’s Prince Group, targeting an offshore business network it accused of helping alleged cybercrime operators conceal assets and evade earlier restrictions.

Developing nations’ foreign debt hits $9.4 trillion: World Bank

IANS | November 6, 2026 8:33 AM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) Developing countries’ external debt reached a record $9.4 trillion in 2025, the World Bank said, warning that renewed access to private finance was coming at borrowing costs that threatened essential development spending.

‘Run Ro’ push puts Khanna under 2028 US presidential spotlight

IANS | November 6, 2026 8:01 AM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) Allies of Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna launched an effort to encourage him to run for US president in 2028, while the California Democrat said he would decide with his family after the holidays whether to contest or support someone else.

Trump warns Iran as Democrats plan war votes

IANS | November 6, 2026 7:03 AM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump raised the prospect of further military action against Iran on Thursday (local time), even as senior House Democrats outlined plans to force votes to end the war and demand answers about its objectives and costs.

Gujarati-origin Amish Shah makes US Congress history

IANS | November 6, 2026 2:06 AM

Washington, Nov 6 (IANS) Amish Shah, the Chicago-born son of Gujarati immigrants, has defeated a former American football player in Arizona to become the first Indian-American elected to the US Congress from the state, marking another milestone for the community in American politics.

India, Colombia discuss strengthening cooperation on multilateral issues

IANS | November 5, 2026 11:34 PM

Bogota, Nov 5 (IANS) India's Ambassador to Colombia Vinod Bahade met Colombia's Vice Minister for Multilateral Affairs Daniella Restrepo Duarte and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between the two countries on multilateral issues of mutual interest, the Indian Embassy in Colombia said on Thursday.