US Elections 2024
When mainstream politicians adopt the expedient path of semi-loyalty, anti-democratic forces are strengthened.
Published 31 Jan, 2025 10:00am
Tells reporters that PM Modi “will do what’s right” when it comes to taking back Indian immigrants who came to the US illegally.
Published 28 Jan, 2025 07:50pm
Trump has nominated 6 Indian-Americans to key positions, from the FBI’s Kash Patel to other key officials in White House.
Updated 27 Jan, 2025 10:01am
To the new US president, Canada seems less like a partner or rival and more like a neighbour whose economic dependence can be exploited.
Published 23 Jan, 2025 10:59am
Pakistan will also soon need to recalibrate its foreign policies to resonate with Trump’s objectives.
Updated 23 Jan, 2025 09:12am
President spars with Washington bishop; warns Putin of sanctions sans deal to end Ukraine war; hints at high tariffs for China by Feb 1.
Updated 23 Jan, 2025 09:48am
Ex-diplomats criticise Washington for viewing Islamabad primarily through lens of its ties with India and China.
Updated 23 Jan, 2025 02:15pm
Democratic-led states sue over Trump's birthright citizenship order; prosecutors say Ulbricht ran Silk Road under alias Dread Pirate Roberts.
Published 22 Jan, 2025 12:12pm
This character is now chief executive of the most powerful nation, accompanied by equally immoral underlings.
Published 22 Jan, 2025 09:08am
This character is now chief executive of the most powerful nation, accompanied by equally immoral underlings.
Updated 22 Jan, 2025 09:25am
Plaintiffs argue the constitution provides that anyone born in the US is considered a citizen.
Updated 22 Jan, 2025 10:25am
New president signs raft of orders, withdrawing birthright citizenship, ending sanctions against West Bank settlers.
Updated 22 Jan, 2025 08:22am
Vows to support World Health Organisation after US withdrawal.
Published 21 Jan, 2025 02:04pm
Newly sworn-in president pardons about 1,500 people who stormed US Capitol in 2021; revokes Biden admin's 78 executive actions.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 08:53am
One hopes for the sake of diplomatic dignity with which one grew up in Nehru’s India that the stories about denied invitations are untrue.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 08:53am
Few have forgotten how disruptive Trump could be as president. There has been little indication that his 2nd term will be any different.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 09:37am
Weather not the only unusual aspect of the 47th president’s swearing-in ceremony.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 02:43pm
Google, Meta, Apple, and Amazon face landmark antitrust lawsuits from US govt that could force their breakup.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 12:01pm
Global media reacts to the inauguration of the 47th US president.
Published 21 Jan, 2025 01:14am
Take a look at quotes which look to define Trump’s executive orders and policies in the days to come.
Published 21 Jan, 2025 12:03am
"The golden age of America begins right now," Trump says in inaugural speech; White House says US to withdraw from Paris deal, immigration app comes to end.
Updated 21 Jan, 2025 12:56am
Sources say more than 100 such orders and directives could be released starting on Day One in what is known internally as a “shock and awe” effort.
Updated 20 Jan, 2025 07:23pm
Cryptocurrencies have made headlines since their creation, from their extreme volatility to the collapse of several industry giants.
Published 20 Jan, 2025 01:26pm
As he has been signalling for weeks, Trump is expected to sign a torrent of executive actions on Monday to make good on his campaign promises.
Updated 20 Jan, 2025 01:17pm
Joined on stage by Musk; speech focuses on immigration; Biden says "not going anywhere".
Published 20 Jan, 2025 11:13am
Will Trump’s foreign policy be destabilising for the world as is being widely anticipated?
Updated 20 Jan, 2025 08:29am
Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship, to “drill, baby, drill” for oil and gas; and stop the "transgender lunacy".
Updated 20 Jan, 2025 09:50am
Republican president-elect to be sworn in at noon (10pm PKT), deliver inaugural address which typically sets tone for 4-year term.
Updated 20 Jan, 2025 11:22am
President-elect’s unconventional approach sparks uncertainty but can also deliver unexpected successes.
Updated 19 Jan, 2025 08:22am
Reproductive rights groups join civil rights, environment and other women's groups in organising the march.
Published 18 Jan, 2025 11:23pm
