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  Trump hosts Saudi Crown Prince: From mega deals to F-35 push, key takeaways from high-stakes meet

  World | November 19, 2025 7:01 IST

  President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman in a high-profile meeting marked by defence discussions, billion-dollar investment pledges and a display of strong personal rapport. Scroll down to look at some of the takeaways from the visit.

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  US House and Senate pass bill to force release of Epstein files; pending Trump's assent

  World | November 19, 2025 6:49 IST

  The bill forces the release within 30 days of all files and communications related to Epstein, as well as any information about the investigation into his death in federal prison.

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  Saudi Arabia's crown prince to meet Trump at White House: What to expect from high-stakes talks

  World | November 18, 2025 7:23 IST

  Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to visit the White House to meet Donald Trump, marking his first US trip since the 2018 Khashoggi incident.

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  Trump confirms US will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia during crown prince's Washington visit

  World | November 18, 2025 6:52 IST

  The United States has cleared the sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia, even as internal concerns persist over potential Chinese access to US defence technology and Israel's security interests. The decision aligns with Trump’s broader push to bring Saudi Arabia into the Abraham Accords.

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  Elon Musk says Americans don't want tough jobs-internet fires back

  World | November 17, 2025 22:03 IST

  Many users accused Musk of undermining American workers, arguing that the problem is not a lack of talent but a lack of opportunities and apprenticeships.

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  Trump warns any country doing business with Russia will be 'very severely' sanctioned

  World | November 17, 2025 11:42 IST

  The Trump administration has imposed 50 per cent tariffs on India, among the highest in the world, including 25 per cent levies for its purchases of Russian energy.

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  'Nothing to hide': Trump urges House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files

  World | November 17, 2025 10:59 IST

  The US House of Representatives is expected to vote on whether to release additional sealed files and investigative documents related to Epstein's network.

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  Trump says US may have talks with Venezuela President as it builds up military presence in Caribbean

  World | November 17, 2025 7:12 IST

  The arrival of the USS Gerald R Ford and other warships, announced by the Navy in a statement, marks a major moment in what the administration insists is a counter-drug operation but has been seen as an escalating pressure tactic against Maduro.

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  'Knew nothing': Clinton hits back as Epstein probe and 'Bubba' buzz explode online

  World | November 16, 2025 20:43 IST

  Trump, speaking to reporters on Air Force One, said, “You’re gonna find out what he knew, with respect to Bill Clinton, with respect to the head of Harvard, with respect to all those people he knew, including JP Morgan Chase.”

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  Trump to sue BBC for USD 5 billion over edited speech despite apology from British broadcaster

  World | November 15, 2025 19:47 IST

  The BBC documentary at the heart of the controversy was aired in October 2024 and included references to Trump’s 2021 speech in Washington DC, when he told supporters.

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  Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee, and tropical fruits amid rising consumer price pressure

  World | November 15, 2025 7:29 IST

  The executive order marks a major shift from Trump's long-standing tariff-heavy trade strategy, which critics say contributed to climbing grocery costs. Record-high beef prices—partly driven by tariffs on Brazil—were a key factor behind the rollback.

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  US sanctions 32 global entities, individuals from several countries including India, here's why

  World | November 13, 2025 9:07 IST

  The United States has imposed sanctions on several entities and individuals, including an Indian firm, for allegedly aiding Iran’s missile and UAV programmes.

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  House passes bill to end US government shutdown, sends measure to Trump for signature

  World | November 13, 2025 9:00 IST

  House lawmakers made their long-awaited return to the nation's capital this week after nearly eight weeks away. Republicans used their slight majority to get the bill over the finish line with a mostly party-line vote of 222-209. The Senate has already passed the measure.

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  Trump urges Israel to pardon Netanyahu in corruption trial, sparking concerns over US influence

  World | November 13, 2025 7:32 IST

  In Wednesday's letter to President Isaac Herzog, Trump called the corruption case “political, unjustified prosecution.”

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  Epstein files: Bombshell emails released by Democrats say Trump 'knew about girls'

  World | November 13, 2025 0:45 IST

  The Republican president has consistently denied any knowledge of Epstein's alleged crimes and has said he ended their relationship years ago.

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  Donald Trump defends H-1B Visa for foreign workers, says 'US lacks talent' for key jobs

  World | November 12, 2025 14:18 IST

  US President Donald Trump has defended the H-1B visa programme, asserting that America needs foreign talent to fill key roles. His administration has introduced major reforms, including a hefty $100,000 visa fee and a merit-based selection system, sparking criticism from businesses and universities.

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  Colombia to suspend intelligence sharing with US after 75 people killed in strikes on drug vessels

  World | November 12, 2025 9:04 IST

  At least 75 people have been killed by the US military in strikes in international waters since August, according to figures supplied by the Trump administration. The strikes began in the southern Caribbean but have shifted recently to the eastern Pacific, where the US has targeted boats off Mexico.

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  Trump hints at major US–India fair trade deal, says "they don't love me now, but they will again"

  World | November 11, 2025 13:07 IST

  Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the new US Ambassador to India, Trump said discussions between the two countries have made significant progress and that both sides are close to reaching a fair agreement.

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  BBC chief apologises for 'error of judgement' over Trump speech edit

  World | November 10, 2025 19:06 IST

  The controversy erupted after allegations that the programme misrepresented US President Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021 speech, implying he had called for violence during the Capitol riots.

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  Gujarat ATS foils Ricin plot, reviving memories of poison letters to Obama and Trump

  World | November 10, 2025 13:29 IST

  The ATS claims one of the accused, a doctor with a Chinese medical degree, was involved in a plan to create ricin — a toxin classified under Schedule 1 of the Chemical Weapons Convention.