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US lawmaker introduces bill to make Greenland America’s 51st State: Know what the proposed law says

Once passed, the new bill would empower the President Trump to “take whatever steps necessary” to negotiate or acquire Greenland as a US territory and directs a full report to Congress on reforms needed for eventual US statehood. Washington: Randy Fine of Florida, a Republican lawmaker on Tuesday introduced a bill in the US House of Representatives to make Greenland the 51st state in the country. Randy Fine formally introduced the Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act aimed at giving the US government legal authority to pursue annexation and eventual statehood for Greenland. The lawmakers frame the measure as critical…

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‘Leave Iran now’: US virtual embassy in Tehran issues advisory to citizens as protests intensify

The United States has strongly advised its citizens to leave Iran as protests escalate and risks grow. With internet blackouts, detention threats and no US diplomatic presence, the advisory warns travellers to rely on their judgment before attempting to depart. Tehran: As anti-government protests intensify across Iran, the United States has issued a sharp advisory urging its citizens to leave the country at the earliest. The US virtual embassy in Iran has cautioned Americans that the situation may worsen and that those who can exit safely should consider travelling by land towards Armenia or Turkiye. The advisory outlines that American citizens…

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‘We’re screwed’: Trump voices concern ahead of Supreme Court ruling on his tariffs

Trump's remarks come as the Supreme Court is expected to release opinions on Wednesday, with potential rulings on Trump's tariffs. Washington: US President Donald Trump warned that the United States would be "screwed" if the Supreme Court rules against his administration's tariff policies, calling such a scenario a "complete mess" that could cost trillions of dollars in loss. Trump's remarks come as the Supreme Court is expected to release opinions on Wednesday, with potential rulings on Trump's tariffs. Trump said in a post on Truth Social that if the top court rules against his flagship economic policy, hundreds of billions of…

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US revoked over 100,000 visas in 2025; State Department says, ‘Will continue to deport these thugs’

The Trump administration has intensified crackdown on immigration, both illegal and legal, and tightened rules for individuals seeking to enter the US for work or study. Washington: The United States has revoked more than 100,000 visas in 2025, including thousands of student and specialised visas, as part of a broad crackdown on immigration citing criminal activity. The US State Department said the visas were revoked after President Donald Trump took office last year, calling it a record number as his administration continues to pursue a hardline immigration policy. The development underscores the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with…

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Another Hindu man, an auto driver, beaten to death in Bangladesh, probe underway to nab culprits

Police in Daganbhuiyana are said that the Hindu man was murdered with country-made weapons and beaten to death and prima facie, it appears to be a pre-planned murder. Dhaka: Another Hindu man, an auto driver named Samir Das, was beaten to death in Bangladesh in latest attacks on Hindu minorities in the country, say local media reports. He was 28. The brutal attack on him was reported in Daganbhuiyan in Chittagong on Sunday night. According to reports, the attackers thrashed and stabbed him to death and after the murder, the criminals stole the man's battery-operated auto-rickshaw and fled from…

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Trump announces 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran to put pressure on Tehran

India has been among Iran's five largest trade partners in recent years. Major Indian exports to Iran include rice, tea, sugar, pharmaceuticals, manmade staple fibres, electrical machinery, and artificial jewellery, among others. Washington: US President Donald Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran, as part of efforts to pressure Tehran over its violent crackdown on protests that have reportedly left nearly 600 people dead nationwide. Trump announced the tariffs in a social media post on Monday, saying the decision would be "immediately" in effect and that the "order is final and conclusive." 25% tariffs on countries doing…

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Jan

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Government supporters rally to counter protests in Iran; Trump says Tehran seeking talks with US

Notably, at least 544 persons have so far been killed amid ardent protests in the country over the nation's ailing economy. The police have appealed to people in Iran to prevent their children from joining the protests. Tehran: Iran mobilised tens of thousands of pro-government supporters in a display of strength on Monday, following nationwide protests over soaring inflation and the rising cost of food and essential goods. State-run television broadcasted footage of crowds filling the streets of Tehran, converging on Enghelab Square. These government-backed demonstrations have been named by the authorities as the “Iranian uprising against American-Zionist terrorism.” Notably,…

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Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s aide shot dead in US, rival gang claims responsibility

The responsibility for the attack on Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been claimed by the rival Rohit Godara gang. It claimed that the attack was conducted by two gangsters of the Rohit Godara gang -- Baljot Singh and Jassa. Washington: A gang war involving the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been reported in Indiana state of United States of America (USA), said sources on Monday. In the gang war, one associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was killed, while one other was injured.  The slain gangster was identified as Virender Sambhi, who was a resident of Haryana.  Rival gang claims responsibility The…

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50 million barrels of Venezuela oil worth USD 4.2 billion on its way to US: Trump

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an Executive Order declaring a national emergency to protect Venezuelan oil revenue held in US Treasury accounts from legal attachment or judicial seizure, saying the move is aimed at advancing US foreign policy and national security objectives. Washington: US President Donald Trump said that Venezuela has begun sending 50 million barrels of oil to the United States, a shipment he valued at USD 4.2 billion. Speaking to reporters, Trump said Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez had personally requested Washington to accept the oil consignment. Trump did not clarify the specific terms of the…

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Trump explores military options in Iran, says Tehran appears to have crossed its ‘red line’

Donald Trump warned that Iran appears to have crossed a "red line" with its violent repression of nationwide protests that have reportedly killed hundreds. Washington is considering "very strong options" in response, including possible military measures and efforts to restore internet access. Washington: Amid widespread protests in Iran that have reportedly killed more than 500 people, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Tehran appears to have crossed a "red line" drawn by his administration over the violent crackdown on demonstrators. The ongoing unrest across several provinces has prompted Washington to consider "very strong options" in response to the…

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