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Russia sanctions bill advances in US House, set for final vote
The US House of Representatives advanced the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which authorizes tariffs on nations trading oil and gas with Russia.
US House passes bill on Russia sanctions, potential tariffs for India, China
The US House of Representatives passed a bill authorizing the President to impose up to 100% tariffs on countries purchasing oil or gas from Russia.
New Oregon bill would return 18,626 forest acres to Grand Ronde tribe
US lawmakers introduced a bill to transfer 18,626 acres of federal forest land in Oregon into trust for the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde.
India seeks balanced trade with US amid tariff concerns
India expresses concern over potential US tariffs on countries importing Russian oil, warning of implications for bilateral trade and global energy markets.
New US sanctions against Russia could hinder Ukraine peace deal
The Kremlin claims that new US sanctions targeting Russia will complicate ongoing efforts to achieve a peace settlement in the Ukraine conflict.
India responds to 100% US tariff threat
India expresses concern over a new U.S. sanctions bill that could impose up to 100% tariffs on countries purchasing oil and gas from Russia and Iran.
Putin, Trump extend birthday wishes to PM Modi
Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump sent birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions regarding a US sanctions bill.
India Responds to US 100% Tariff Threat on Russian Oil Imports
India has affirmed that it will prioritize energy security for its citizens following the US Congress passing a bill to impose 100% tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil.
Why was an impeachment resolution introduced against the US Defense Secretary?
Republican Representative Thomas Massie introduced an impeachment resolution against US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over unauthorized military action against Iran.
Ban on protests outside temples, mosques, and gurdwaras in US
US lawmakers are pushing the Right to Worship Act to establish a 100-foot no-protest zone around religious sites to protect worshippers.
MEA monitoring developments of Russia sanctions bill in U.S. Congress
The Ministry of External Affairs of India is monitoring U.S. legislation that could impose tariffs on countries importing Russian oil and gas.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle urge stronger regulations against AI deepfakes
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle criticized Elon Musk and Big Tech companies over AI-generated deepfakes targeting women and children while advocating for stronger safety regulations like Minnesota's new anti-nudification law.
United States and Saudi Arabia sign nuclear agreement without enrichment safeguards
A nuclear agreement involving Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia excludes uranium enrichment safeguards traditionally required by the United States.
US education groups oppose new DHS rule for international student visas
Leading US higher education organizations are condemning a Department of Homeland Security final rule that ends the "Duration of Status" policy for international students, replacing it with fixed admission periods and new extension requirements.