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US President Donald Trump faces a May 1 deadline under the 1973 War Powers Resolution over the Iran war, requiring congressional approval or troop withdrawal. Growing political opposition and legal uncertainty heighten tensions over presidential war authority

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces lawmakers over the Iran war, defence budget, and military leadership shake-ups. Democrats question costs and legality, while Republicans weigh support. Rising tensions, Strait of Hormuz disruption, and leadership firings add pressure

King Charles III addressed the US Congress, acknowledging “times of great uncertainty” while emphasising the enduring bonds between Britain and America on the 250th anniversary of US independence.

Two US Representatives, Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales, announced resignations amid sexual misconduct allegations and ethics investigations. Swalwell denied claims but apologized, while Gonzales faced mounting pressure over an alleged affair and a staffer’s tragic death

US President Donald Trump used his marathon State of the Union address to tout economic gains, defend tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court, attack Democrats, and warn Iran, while previewing midterm themes focused on immigration, trade and national security

Introduced by Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, the Bill seeks to amend the 'Immigration and Nationality Act' to eliminate the H-1B visa programme, and for other purposes. The Bill has been referred to the committee on Judiciary, and in addition to committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means.

Activist-lawyer Prashant Bhushan has alleged that numerous emails were exchanged between Jeffrey Epstein and Anil Ambani, adding an Indian angle to the US push to release thousands of pages from the federal Epstein investigation. Ambani is already facing ED probes in India

President Donald Trump ruled out negotiations with Democrats to end the six-week government shutdown, saying he “won’t be extorted.” The impasse threatens millions of Americans’ paychecks and food aid, while air travel delays and public frustration deepen nationwide.

President Donald Trump on Friday commuted the seven-year prison sentence of former US Rep. George Santos, who pleaded guilty to fraud and identity theft. The controversial Republican’s release drew sharp political reactions, marking Trump’s latest high-profile act of clemency.

The US government shutdown has entered its second week with no clear resolution. While Trump and Congress remain at odds, quiet bipartisan discussions are emerging over expiring health care subsidies, a key issue fueling the political deadlock.

Israeli Prime Minister alleges that in the Middle East, Iran is virtually behind all terrorism, turmoil, chaos and killing

Israeli Prime Minister to Address US Congress, Vows to Present Truth on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

The resolution that was introduced by Congressman Shri Thanedar on Wednesday has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

The formal notification goes to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

The Afghan government collapsed on August 15 in 2021 leading to the Taliban taking over the country.

Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday said, "The Prime Minister will be on a state visit to the US. State visit means it is the highest level in terms of honour."

The Diwali Day Act, when passed by the Congress and signed into law by the President, would make the festival of lights the 12th federally recognised holiday in the United States.

With the 2-day roadshow, the USIF intends to educate investors and families on the details of the EB-5 programme and the process of obtaining a US Green Card through high-quality real estate investments throughout the US.

US Congress has passed a bill unanimously asking the Director of National Intelligence to declassify information on the origins of Covid 19

The legislation, among other things, overturns the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act while requiring states to recognise any valid marriage performed in other states.