US senators seek sanctions on China’s fishing fleet
Washington, July 25 (IANS) A bipartisan group of influential US senators has urged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to impose sanctions on support vessels that enable China’s vast distant-water fishing fleet, arguing that targeting the logistical…
Trump says US ‘locked and loaded’ on Iran
Washington, July 25 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said the United States remained “locked and loaded” for possible military action against Iran but stressed that his administration was simultaneously engaged in negotiations, saying…
SP MPs to visit Rampur today to oppose proposed demolition of Jauhar University
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The Samajwadi Party (SP) has intensified its opposition to the proposed demolition of buildings at Jauhar University in Rampur by announcing that a delegation of its Members of Parliament will visit the district on Saturday to…
US senator seeks three-year H-1B visa freeze
Washington, July 25 (IANS) A Republican senator has introduced legislation that would suspend the issuance of new H-1B visas for three years, sharply tighten eligibility rules and impose sweeping restrictions on foreign workers and students, arguing that…
Saudi nuclear deal hinges on Abraham Accords: Trump
Washington, July 25 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said Saudi Arabia will have to join the Abraham Accords before the United States moves ahead with a civilian nuclear agreement with the kingdom, publicly linking the long-discussed deal to…
US pushes AI science race against China
Washington, July 25 (IANS) The Trump administration this week defended an ambitious overhaul of America’s scientific research enterprise, arguing that artificial intelligence, quantum computing and advanced manufacturing will be central to keeping…
White House ties Saudi atom deal to Israel pact
Washington, July 25 (IANS) The White House on Friday (local time) reaffirmed that President Donald Trump expects Saudi Arabia to normalise relations with Israel and join the Abraham Accords as part of a broader understanding surrounding a proposed civil…
Trump touts US nuclear revival
Washington, July 25 (IANS) President Donald Trump on announced that four privately funded advanced reactors had reached critical milestones under an administration-backed programme aimed at accelerating nuclear innovation. Speaking at the White House…
CWG 2026: Jhandu Kumar powers India to para powerlifting bronze in men’s heavyweight
Glasgow, July 25 (IANS) India’s Jhandu Kumar secured a bronze medal in the men’s heavyweight para powerlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026, adding another medal to the country’s tally in Glasgow on Friday. Competing in a two-group field, Jhandu…
CWG 2026: Putul Sonowal continues good run, beats Alexander of the Falkland Islands
Glasgow, July 25 (IANS) India’s top lawn bowls star Putul Sonowal continued his fine run at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a hard-fought victory over Cecil Alexander of the Falkland Islands in the Men’s Singles sectional play in Glasgow on…