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Geneva, March 2 – Volker Turk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has praised the vibrant civil society in India, highlighting its continued role in upholding the country's democratic traditions and the rights of minorities.At the same time, while presenting his global...

Washington, March 2 – President Donald Trump has said that the US military could continue its assault on Iran for “four to five weeks,” if necessary, and suggested that a “Venezuela” model – removing only the top leader while keeping much of the state intact – could shape a post-conflict...

Washington, February 28 – US President Donald Trump highlighted a new oil arrangement with Venezuela during remarks at a major Texas export hub, arguing that expanded refining and exports from Corpus Christi signal a historic American energy revival.Speaking at the Port of Corpus Christi...

New York, February 26 – Cuba says it killed four people on a mysterious US speedboat in a shootout in its waters, further escalating tensions between Washington and Havana. US President Donald Trump has declared the country an "extraordinary threat.""We will determine exactly what happened...

Washington, February 26 – Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States is investigating an “incident off the coast of Cuba” after Cuban authorities reported what he called a rare “shootout at sea” episode, with Washington seeking independent confirmation of the facts and access to...

Washington, Feb 25 – US President Donald Trump entered the House chamber to chants of “USA, USA, USA,” and delivered a State of the Union address that was as much for the audience as it was for the cameras – a blend of boasting, grievances, and theatrics that portrayed his second term as a...

Washington, February 25 – President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address not only to outline policy but also to highlight a series of individuals – from decorated war veterans to crime victims and ordinary citizens – presenting them as symbols of what he called the American spirit...

Washington, February 25 – President Donald Trump declared that the United States had “eliminated Iran’s nuclear weapons program,” urged NATO allies to sharply increase defense spending, and “ended 8 wars” in a sweeping display of American military and geopolitical strength.Describing what he...

February 24, New Delhi – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will participate in a summit of Caribbean nations on Wednesday, according to the State Department, as he seeks a unified approach to Venezuela and pressure on Cuba.Rubio will represent the United States at the summit of the Caribbean...

Washington, February 23 – US President Donald Trump used a wide-ranging interview on a college football podcast to criticize new rules in the sport, reflect on hiring decisions in government, and speak about instinct, loyalty, and leadership.Trump sat down with Josh Pate at The Varsity...

New Delhi, February 22 – India's crude import strategy is entering a phase of calibrated rebalancing rather than a sudden realignment, with Middle Eastern suppliers, led by Saudi Arabia, regaining market share, according to shipping data and analysts. This is happening even though Russian...

February 21, New Delhi — Venezuelan authorities have granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners following the enactment of a new mass amnesty law after the removal of former leader Nicolás Maduro.The law, unanimously approved by Venezuela's National Assembly, aims to provide relief to...

February 17, New Delhi – The U.S. government has labeled Cuba a "failed nation," citing shortages of jet fuel and basic resources that are hindering operations, including flights.U.S. President Donald Trump stated that officials, including Marco Rubio, are in discussions with Cuba to address...

Hyderabad, February 16 CPI (M) General Secretary M A Baby said on Monday that his party would organize a 'Delhi March' protest on March 24 in the national capital against the labour codes, the replacement of MGNREGA, trade agreements, and what it termed as "anti-people policies" of the NDA...

Washington, February 15 – The Pentagon said on Sunday that US forces intercepted and boarded another oil tanker linked to Venezuela in the Indian Ocean overnight.The vessel, named Veronica III, was tracked by US authorities from the Caribbean Sea to the Indian Ocean before being stopped and...

February 14, New Delhi: U.S. President Donald Trump said he plans to visit Venezuela and reiterated his satisfaction with its interim leader.The U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued two general licenses allowing major oil companies to operate in Venezuela's oil and...

February 14, New Delhi — Facing one of its worst fuel shortages in recent years, Cuba is seeing a growing shift towards electric vehicles and bicycles as people seek alternative ways to travel amid severe economic challenges.Electric tricycles have emerged as one of the most common modes of...

February 14, New Delhi — U.S. President Donald Trump said he plans to visit Venezuela and reiterated his satisfaction with its interim leadership as his administration authorized major oil companies to operate in the country.The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control issued general...

New Delhi, February 13 Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Limited, a billionaire, has received a US general license to directly purchase Venezuelan crude oil, enabling India's largest private refiner to resume importing discounted heavy feedstock that aligns with its Jamnagar refinery...

New Delhi – February 11, 2026 – The United States announced Tuesday a further easing of restrictions on Venezuela's oil sector, expanding licenses allowing American companies to resume operations following the lifting of state controls. The US Treasury Department issued a license permitting...