DHS terrorism bulletin warns of “ideologically-motivated” violence
Department of Homeland Security pointed to “a heightened threat environment across the United States,” and said it will persist for weeks. On Wednesday, the Department…
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“Indian American community is a critical pillar” in India-US relationship, says Envoy
Indian Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu said: “India-US partnership is built on the foundation of shared values – democracy, pluralism and the rule of law.” Indian…
Indian Americans in key congressional committees
Rep Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) was appointed to the House Budget Committee and Rep Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois) to the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis. House…
India and US pledge to deepen defense ties
On Wednesday, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke to India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh while India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval talked to his US…
Biden values the successful relationship between leaders in US and India, says White House
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki also hinted that Kamala Harris becoming the Vice President will lead to stronger India-US ties. The White House on…
Indian Americans get key positions in energy dept
The Department of Energy stated that the new leaders will direct policy, coordinate across the administration and enact President Joe Biden’s vision for bold action…
US to boost surveillance of Covid-19 virus variant, says CDC Director
President Biden’s nominee for Surgeon General Vivek Murthy stated the new strains of the disease will require continued masking, social distancing, and better government tracking.…
Biden won’t relax Covid-19 travel restrictions
Donald Trump’s administration had announced a plan to relax travel restrictions on passengers from several countries starting from January 26. According to a White House…
Industries react to Biden’s executive orders
Large tech companies have welcomed Biden’s immigration reform whereas the travel industry expressed opposition to his compulsory quarantine order. US President Joe Biden signed several…
Will continue “elevating” the defense partnership between India and US, says US Secy of Defense
US Secretary of Defense Gen (retd) Lloyd Austin is the first-ever African American to occupy the top Pentagon position. US Secretary of Defense Gen (retd)…