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US Tests 1st Ever Air-Launched Hypersonic Weapon '5 Times Faster' Than Speed Of Sound
The US Air Force successfully conducted the test of Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW), making it the first air-launched hypersonic weapon in history. The testing has come as a result of the AUKUS alliance which includes US, UK and Australia, to develop high-speed weapons. Currently, US, China and Russia and leading in hypersonic weapon. The hypersonic weapons reportedly attain a speed five times greater than the speed of sound.
Tags: US, US air force, Hypersonic Weapon, AUKUS, ARRW
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US Special Coordinator For Tibetan Issues Uzra Zeya Visits India
Uzra Zeya, the US Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues and the first Indian American to serve in the role arrived in India on May 17 for a visit that will focus on collaboration on human rights, democratic governance, and advancing humanitarian priorities. India is home to the world's largest population of Tibetan exiles. The International Campaign for Tibet welcomed her appointment as the US Special coordinator.
Tags: Uzra Zeya, US Special Coordinator For Tibetan Issue, US, India, Tibetan
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Turkey Issues Warrants Against 28 Suspects Over 2016 Coup
Arrest warrants have been issued by Turkish prosecutors against 28 suspects over alleged connection to a network suspected to have orchestrated the coup attempt in 2016. The Turkish government has accused the Gulen movement of infiltrating into the state and attempting a coup in 2016. US-based Gulen has been accused for masterminding the 2016 coup, which resulted in the death of at least 250 people.
Tags: Turkey, Coup, Gulen, US, World news
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US Expects To Demand Joint Action Against Russia At Quad Summit
The United States is expected to call for joint action against Russia at the upcoming Quad summit in Tokyo, Japan. Questioned about the possibility of the United States demanding unified action against the country, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki shared, "We will convey the same sentiments in this meeting." The White House said that more details regarding Biden's upcoming trip would be shared soon.
Tags: US, United States, Russia, Quad Meeting, Joe BIden
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Russia Warns US & Allied Nations Of Consequences For Supplying Weapons To Ukraine
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russian embassy has submitted a letter to the US State department, on April 15. The letter is reportedly a warning to US and other allied nations of consequences upon supplying military equipments to Ukraine. Russia accused US of violating "rigorous principles" by transferring weapons to conflict zones in Ukraine. The letter also warned of dire consequences if "irresponsible militarisation of Ukraine" is… read-more
Tags: China, Russia, Ukraine, NATO, US
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PM Modi & US President Joe Biden To Meet Virtually
PM Modi and US president Joe Biden are scheduled to meet virtually, on April 11. The meet is expected to strengthen ties between the nations. The conversation will focus on the development of an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework and high-quality infrastructure. The leaders are also expected to discuss various topics related to Covid-19 pandemic, climate crisis, global economy and Indo-Pacific. Although, Russian war against Ukraine continues to… read-more
Tags: US, India, PM Modi, Joe BIden, Russia-Ukraine
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US To Impose New Sanctions Against Moscow Over Bucha Killing
The United States and European Union are planning to impose new sanctions on Moscow, Russia, after the recent killing of civilians in Bucha, amid the Ukraine-Russia war, confirmed officials on April 6. Notably, the assistance including $100 million military aid came after Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky listed alleged Russian atrocities, in a speech to the UN Security Council. He also called 'Bucha violence' 'war crimes' stating, they… read-more
Tags: Russia-Ukraiane War, Bucha Killing, US, EU, Sanctions
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US Asks For Russia's Suspension From Human Rights Council Over Bucha Incident
The US ambassador to the United Nations (UN) said that US will ask the UN General Assembly to remove Russia from the UN Human Rights Council. The move has come after Ukraine claimed that Russian troops killed several innocent civilians in the town of Bucha. A vote based on two-third majority in the UN General Assembly would be taken to remove Russia from the Human Rights Council.
Tags: Russia, US, Ukraine, UN, Bucha
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PingPong Payments Join Hands With India Sourcing Network To Enable Borderless E-Commerce
In a recent development, US-based PingPong Payments have collaborated with India Sourcing Network (ISN). In addition, the aim of the venture is to enable borderless e-commerce by helping Indian sellers to receive funds from their international buyers. ''By utilizing India Sourcing Network's supplier base, U.S. sellers can receive tailored offerings from suppliers and find alternative trade opportunities to those destinations experiencing… read-more
Tags: business, Pingpong Payments, India Sourcing Network, US, India
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Biden Appoints New US Ambassador To Nepal; Dean Thompson To Replace Berry
US president Joe Biden has appointed Dean R Thompson as the US ambassador to Nepal, replacing Randy Berry. Thompson serves as the state department's deputy assistant secretary for the south and central Asian affairs, and was also the Consul general of the US consulate in Kolkata, West Bengal. He was also the deputy chief of mission in the US embassy at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tags: Nepal, US, Joe BIden, Dean Thompson, Randy Berry
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