Us Election
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US Elections: What is Electoral College and how does US use it to elect Presidents?
World | Nov 01, 2024, 05:27 PM ISTThe Electoral College consists of 538 members responsible for electing the president. It was established by the framers of the Constitution to empower the states and to serve as a compromise to prevent Congress from determining the election outcome.
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US Election 2024: What Donald Trump victory would mean for America and rest of the world | ANALYSIS
World | Nov 01, 2024, 03:24 PM ISTThe US is deeply divided on many fundamental questions, from taxation, immigration, abortion, trade, energy and environmental policy, and its role in the world. Trump claimed he would fix these issues if he came to power. But, is it? READ HERE
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Harris takes lead in celebrating Diwali after facing massive backlash for skipping White House event
World | Nov 01, 2024, 10:23 AM ISTEarlier this week, Biden hosted the largest-ever Diwali at the White House by inviting some 600 eminent Indian-Americans from across the country. But, Harris had skipped the event.
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VIDEO: Trump ditches million-dollar plane for garbage truck to 'honour' Biden's 'garbage' comments
World | Oct 31, 2024, 12:59 PM ISTTrump also responded to Biden's attempt to call out racist remarks by a speaker at a campaign rally for presidential candidate Donald Trump, which backfired when Trump and other Republicans accused him of calling their supporters "garbage."
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Harris's medical report reveals she has Urticaria disease: Essential insights on chronic condition
World | Oct 30, 2024, 04:18 PM ISTHarris's physician noted that her latest physical exam in April was "unremarkable." However, he reported that she has chronic Urticaria, a persistent skin condition characterised by recurring itchy welts and swelling that lasts more than six weeks.
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VIDEO: US President Biden stands in long-queue for 40 minutes to cast his vote in Delaware
World | Oct 29, 2024, 12:47 PM ISTThe president, who dropped his reelection bid in July, joined many Americans who can vote before next Tuesday's polling day. He cast his vote at an early voting site in New Castle, Delaware.
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When will US election results be announced- November 5 or later? Check here
World | Nov 05, 2024, 01:22 PM ISTUS election results date: The results of the upcoming US Presidential election will depend less on overall national voter turnout and more on the decisions of a few thousand voters in crucial battleground or swing states.
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Who is eligible to vote in US elections, and what steps should you follow to participate?
World | Oct 20, 2024, 01:07 PM ISTUS voters without identification may still be able to cast their ballots. In certain states, they can sign an affidavit of identity. In others, they can submit a provisional ballot, which will be counted if election officials verify their signature or if they return later with ID.
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FBI arrests 'ISIS-inspired' Afghan man, his wife's brother for plotting massive attack on poll day
World | Oct 09, 2024, 08:50 AM ISTThe FBI has arrested an Afghan national who they say was plotting an ISIS-inspired terror attack on Election Day to target large crowds. According to the FBI, he entered the US on 9/9/21 on a special immigrant visa, days after the disastrous US Afghan withdrawal, and currently has parole status.
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US Vice Presidential debate ENDS: Vance and Walz go in-depth on policy while attacking each other
World | Oct 02, 2024, 11:18 PM ISTAs the vice-presidential candidates delivered closing statements, the Trump campaign issued a statement saying Vance had a "dominant debate victory."
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US Elections 2024: Donald Trump again calls Covid-19 as 'China virus'
News | Sep 18, 2024, 11:43 PM ISTDuring an election campaign on September 18 in Michigan, Former U.S. President Donald Trump referred to the Covid-19 virus as the "China Virus" while discussing China. He stated that he called Covid-19 the China Virus because it originated from China.
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Trump warns Taylor Swift after singer endorses Kamala Harris for President, says 'she'll pay for it'
World | Sep 11, 2024, 08:17 PM ISTWith this endorsement, Swift put at rest earlier rumours claiming that she would be supporting Donald Trump in the elections. These rumours came after Trump had earlier reposted an image of Taylor Swift in an Uncle Sam outfit and accepted her endorsement for his campaign, which she had never given.
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Trump Vs Harris: Rules of Presidential Debate, hot topics that may spin 2024 race | WATCH
World | Sep 10, 2024, 11:23 PM ISTDemocrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump will battle each other on Tuesday in their first televised debate, a high-stakes clash that could give the winner an advantage in the final sprint to Election Day.
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Stage set for Trump-Harris Presidential debate that could reshape 2024 race | How to watch, timing
World | Sep 10, 2024, 11:04 PM ISTTrump and his Democratic rival Kamala Harris will square off next week in their first presidential debate since President Joe Biden quit the race. It will be the first chance some 240 million US voters get to hear Trump and Harris explain their policies side by side, ahead of polls.
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Kamala Harris's election campaign to get boost with desi-twist of 'Nacho Nacho' song | WATCH
World | Sep 09, 2024, 11:50 AM ISTThe song, titled 'Nacho Nacho', was released "to energise nearly five million South Asian voters in key states such as Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona"
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US charges Russia of using state media to spread fake news before election, sanctions RT News
World | Sep 04, 2024, 11:52 PM ISTIntelligence agencies have previously charged that Russia was using disinformation to try to interfere in the election. The new steps show the depth of US concerns and signal legal actions against those suspected of being involved.
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PM to address mega 'The Modi & US Progress Together' event in New York weeks before US elections
World | Aug 28, 2024, 12:16 PM ISTOver 24,000 members of the Indian diaspora have registered for a major community event featuring PM Modi next month. The 'Modi & US: Progress Together' event is scheduled for September 22 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, which seats 15,000.
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Trump faces revised US indictment in election subversion case, ex-President calls it 'Witch Hunt'
World | Aug 28, 2024, 07:08 AM ISTIn a statement on his Truth Social platform, Trump called the new indictment “an act of desperation” and an “effort to resurrect a ‘dead’ Witch Hunt.'” He said the new case has “all the problems of the old Indictment, and should be dismissed IMMEDIATELY. ”
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'I regret we were not more outspoken': Zuckerberg claims Biden govt forced to censor COVID content
World | Aug 27, 2024, 01:56 PM ISTZuckerberg claimed that senior Biden administration officials pressured his social media company to censor COVID-19 content during the pandemic. He also stated that he would resist such pressure if it occurred again.
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Trump under high-security zone, uses bulletproof glass at 1st outdoor rally after assassination bid
World | Aug 22, 2024, 11:59 AM ISTStorage containers were stacked around the perimeter to create additional walls and block sight lines. Snipers were positioned on roofs at the venue, where old aircraft were sitting behind the podium and a large American flag was suspended from cranes.