US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged

IANS | July 15, 2026 9:36 AM

Washington, July 15 (IANS) US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh told Congress that the central bank would bring inflation under control, as policymakers held interest rates steady and signalled a sweeping review of monetary policy practices.

INS Sudarshini showcases India’s maritime heritage at SAIL Boston 250

IANS | July 15, 2026 8:48 AM

Boston, July 15 (IANS) Indian Naval sail training ship INS Sudarshini has made a landmark appearance at SAIL Boston 250, with the Consulate General of India in Boston highlighting the vessel’s participation as a symbol of India’s maritime heritage, naval capabilities and growing India-US maritime cooperation.

Trump warns Iran over nuclear site activity

IANS | July 15, 2026 8:24 AM

Washington, July 15 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said the United States was closely monitoring activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site and warned that even limited movement there would trigger a new American strike.

Temples across US mark 250 years of independence

IANS | July 15, 2026 8:20 AM

Washington, July 15 (IANS) BAPS temples across the United States were illuminated in red, white and blue as the Hindu organisation marked America’s 250th anniversary with veterans, elected leaders and community members.

US hits Iran, resumes Hormuz blockade

IANS | July 15, 2026 7:53 AM

Washington, July 15 (IANS) The United States carried out a seven-hour wave of strikes against dozens of Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and along Iran’s coast hours after resuming a naval blockade of vessels travelling to and from Iranian ports, the US Central Command said.