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India-West News Desk WASHINGTON,  D.C. — The U.S. Department of State has reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for India, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution due to what it described as rising incidents of violent crime, sexual assault, and

India-west News Desk NEW DELHI - In what can only be described as a dramatic diplomatic about-face, Pakistan on June 22 condemned the very man it had decided to nominate for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize just a day earlier: Donald

WASHINGTON D.C. (IANS)-  Bangladesh’s interim National Security Advisor Khalilur Rahman met with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on June 18, just as former President Donald Trump hosted Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir at the White House—raising eyebrows in

NEW DELHI (IANS) — Air India has announced a temporary reduction in its long-haul flight operations to the United States, citing a mix of enhanced safety procedures and extended flight durations due to airspace restrictions in the Middle East. Starting June 21

MUMBAI (IANS)- Five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton were among the key figures at the first-ever NBA House event held in India. The two-day program took place on June 7–8, at Mumbai’s Dome, SVP

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - In an unprecedented and politically charged move, President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir for lunch at the White House on June 18, a meeting that underscored Trump’s direct outreach to Pakistan’s

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - The US Department of State has announced that it will resume processing of the visa applications for foreign students with a condition that requires applicants to make their social media accounts public for government review. "Under new

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI— Canada’s intelligence agency has, for the first time, officially acknowledged that Khalistani extremists are operating from Canadian soil — even as the same report accuses India of foreign interference and links it to the killing of

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI –  Just hours after a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former U.S. President Donald Trump once again declared that he had personally "stopped the war" between India and Pakistan—this time before going into a

NEW DELHI (IANS) - Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on June 18 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, conveyed a firm warning: any terrorist attack traced to Pakistan would be viewed by India

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — A nation better known for its Gross National Happiness than global threats has landed on the United States’ “red list” of countries facing an absolute travel ban — and no one quite knows why. Bhutan’s inclusion

India-West News Desk KANANASKIS – Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a productive visit to Canada on June 17, where he participated in the G7 Summit and held several high-level bilateral meetings, including a significant discussion with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

India-West News Desk AHMEDABAD - In the wake of the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, U.S. aviation safety officials have joined the ongoing investigation into the disaster that claimed at least 271 lives. Officials from the U.S. National Transportation Safety

WASHINGTON, DC - President Donald Trump said on June 15 he believes he can bring about a peace deal between Iran and Israel. He compared this to his past claim that he ended a conflict between India and Pakistan. His comments

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. - Pakistan's Army Chief, General Syed Asim Munir, has been invited to the United States to attend the US Army's 250th anniversary celebrations on June 14 according to some media reports.  General Munir, recently promoted to Field Marshal,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON D.C. - The United States government and aviation industry have extended sympathy and support following the devastating crash of Air India flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad on June 12. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying an estimated 242 passengers,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC -  The National Transportation Safety Board has said it will dispatch a team of American investigators to India to assist with the inquiry into the Air India Boeing 787 crash that occurred in Ahmedabad earlier today. The NTSB

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON D.C. – President Donald Trump’s nominee for a pivotal diplomatic role in South Asia, Paul Kapur, emphasized the mutual goals shared by the United States and India, particularly in ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region free

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - The U.S. State Department has reignited the controversial claim of President Donald Trump’s interest in mediating the Kashmir dispute, drawing a sharp contrast with India’s consistent opposition to third-party involvement. Responding to a reporter’s question during a regular press briefing

Photo: @Space_Station India-West News Desk HOUSTON, TX- The Axiom-4 space mission, which includes Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, has been rescheduled. Its launch is now set for June 11. The mission was initially planned for an earlier date, but the delay is

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - In a high-level diplomatic engagement, Vice President J.D. Vance met with an Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by Shashi Tharoor on June 5, where the two sides held what was described as an “excellent meeting”

Photo: The delegation with Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) WASHINGTON, DC, (ANI)- An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor met bipartisan members of the US Congress on June 4, securing robust support for India’s position on the recent

Photo: X WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) - Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA) Pavan Kapoor engaged in discussions here, reaffirming the robust India-US partnership across defense, technology, and trade. Misri's three-day visit, concluding may 30, has focused on advancing bilateral

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India has once again firmly denied any connection between U.S.-imposed tariffs and the cessation of hostilities with Pakistan. This fresh rejection from New Delhi comes after the Trump administration, in a New York court, asserted

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The United States has deported approximately 1,080 Indian nationals since January 2025, according to India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). On May 29, spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed India's ongoing close cooperation with the U.S. on migration

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Indian students in the U.S. have been warned that skipping classes or leaving academic programs without notifying their schools could result in visa revocation and jeopardize future visa eligibility, according to a recent post by the

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY— In a solemn ceremony that bridged continents and histories of shared grief, an all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor paid tribute at the 9/11 Memorial in Lower Manhattan on May 24,

Photo: Priya Goutham (https://news.vt.edu/) India-West News Desk BLACKSBURG, VA - In a significant expansion of their longstanding partnership, Virginia Tech and India’s Mahindra University have established the Interdisciplinary Advanced Research Center for Transformative Technologies. The new center will serve as a hub

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - On May 21, President Donald Trump reignited controversy by claiming he was solely responsible for stopping hostilities between India and Pakistan — this time framing the supposed diplomatic victory as a product of trade deals

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Union Home Minister Amit Shah on May 19, launched a new and improved portal for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders, aiming to make the system faster, simpler, and more user-friendly. The revamped platform is designed to

India-West Staff Reporter NEW DELHI - The US Embassy in India has issued a firm warning to foreign nationals, emphasizing the serious consequences of overstaying a US visa. Violators risk deportation and could face a permanent ban on re-entering the United

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India and the United States are stepping up efforts to finalize a long-anticipated bilateral trade agreement, with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal holding what he described as “productive talks” with U.S. Commerce Secretary

NEW DELHI (ANI)-  On May 19, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to former U.S. President Joe Biden following his prostate cancer diagnosis. "Deeply concerned to hear about @JoeBiden's health," Modi said. "Extend our best wishes to him

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON,DC -  The U.S. Department of State announced May 19 that it is implementing visa restrictions on owners, executives, and senior officials of India-based travel agencies accused of facilitating illegal immigration to the United States. In a statement, Department spokesperson Tammy

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Now  President Donald Trump’s allies are making a push to cast him as a global peacemaker, claiming credit for the India-Pakistan cessation of hostilities. After trying to broker truces in Ukraine and Gaza which

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In a typically unfiltered and unilateral statement, President Donald Trump sparked confusion and controversy on May 15 by claiming that India had offered to eliminate all tariffs on goods imported from the United States. Speaking in Qatar,

Photo: Fox News India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - The Indian government has firmly rebutted President Donald Trump’s assertions regarding the role of trade in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Speaking on May 13, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir

Photo: Screengrab x/AnitaAnandMP India-West News Desk OTTAWA – Anita Anand, a trailblazing figure in Canadian politics, has been sworn in as the country’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs—an appointment that marks both a personal milestone and a strategic pivot in Prime Minister

By Deepika Singh SANTA CLARA, CA — On May 11, a diya was lit at the entrance of a new storefront on El Camino Real. The flame was ceremonial, but for the Tata Group and the family entrusted with this space,

Photo: @RapidResponse47 India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India has not backed any statement  by U.S. President Donald Trump that he was the one who brokered peace between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor. Trump who has been looking to be seen as

Photo: CNN screengrab. NEW YORK, NY - India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, called on the international community to shift its focus away from fears of nuclear conflict and instead confront Pakistan’s continued support for terrorism. “I think the world

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — India has proposed a dramatic cut in its average tariff gap with the United States—from nearly 13% to under 4%—in an urgent push to secure a trade agreement with the Trump administration, according to senior Indian

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - Vice President JD Vance has stated that the India-Pakistan conflict is "fundamentally none of America's business" and falls outside the United States' ability to control. Speaking to Fox News, Vance emphasized a restrained U.S. role,

Photo: Reuters via ANI India -West News Desk NEW DELHI - In the wake of the India-Pakistan tensions, the U.S. Embassy in India had issued a May 7 advisory warning Americans to avoid travel to Jammu and Kashmir, citing potential security risks and flight disruptions. U.S. citizens were advised to enroll

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C.– President Donald Trump on May 7 weighed in on India’s missile strikes inside Pakistani territory, describing the development as unfortunate but not unexpected given the longstanding tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Speaking from the Oval Office,

India-West Staff Reporter WASHINGTON, DC — In response to India's launch of Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar expressed strong support, affirming India’s sovereign right to defend its citizens and territory. Calling

WASHINGTON, D.C. (ANI)- U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson affirmed America’s unwavering support for India in its fight against terrorism, calling India a “very important” partner. Speaking at a congressional briefing on Capitol Hill on May 5, Johnson emphasized the strength of

Photo: ANI via Reuters India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India is willing to offer the United States an unusual trade provision that would ensure Washington always receives the most favorable terms India grants to any of its other trading partners, according

Photo: historicsites.dcpreservation India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – While the U.S. government has expressed strong support for India following the deadly Kashmir attack, it has notably refrained from criticizing Pakistan, even as tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors escalate. In an emailed statement

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on April 28 that India is likely to become the first major trading partner to strike a trade deal with the United States under President Donald Trump's new trade