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  Democratic National Convention LIVE: Bill Clinton, Pelosi and Walz to take centre-stage | WATCH

  World | August 22, 2024 9:36 IST

  Vice presidential nominee Tim Walz and former President Bill Clinton are headlining the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, the third day of the party’s choreographed rollout of its new candidate, Kamala Harris, and her pitch to voters.

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  DNC Day 3 begins with Vedic prayer by Bengaluru priest, chants 'Om Shanti Shanti...' | WATCH

  World | August 22, 2024 8:12 IST

  Bhatt, a priest at the Sri Siva Vishnu Temple in Maryland, originates from Bengaluru. He is a Madhwa priest with training in the Rig Veda and Tantrasaara (Maadhva) Agama, having studied under his guru, Pejavar Swamiji of the Udupi Ashta Matha.

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  VIDEO: Obama brings huge support for Harris, polarisation warning if Trump wins | TAKEAWAYS

  World | August 21, 2024 15:09 IST

  At DNC, America's first Black president, Obama has thrown his considerable political capital behind Harris as she seeks to make history herself on November 5 as the first woman and first Black and South Asian person to be elected US president.

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  Did Taylor Swift endorse Donald Trump as Republican Presidential candidate? Here's the truth

  World | August 21, 2024 14:39 IST

  Former President Donald Trump has posted a fake social media image of pop superstar Taylor Swift asking people to vote for him in the November election. Swift has not publicly endorsed a candidate in the 2024 race but has supported Democrats in the past.

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  Obama night at the DNC: Barack, Michelle rouse crowd for Kamala Harris | WATCH

  World | August 21, 2024 9:11 IST

  Former President Barack Obama sought to recapture the energy of his 2008 run for office and lend it to Harris’ campaign effort this time around. “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up! I’m feeling ready to go,” Obama said.

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  Ashley Biden, President Joe Biden’s daughter steals the show at grand DNC event | WATCH

  World | August 20, 2024 14:47 IST

  Wiping away multiple tears after being introduced by his daughter Ashley and waving to a crowd that gave him an extended standing ovation, a smiling Biden said: "I love you."

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  WATCH: Will Musk join Trump's cabinet or be his advisor if ex-president is elected to second term?

  World | August 20, 2024 14:42 IST

  Trump announced that if elected, he would consider appointing Elon Musk to a cabinet or advisory position, "if he would agree to it." Trump also mentioned that he might eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicle purchases, describing it as "ridiculous."

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  'She knows it is very difficult': Trump claims Harris will not do Fox News debate on Sept 14

  World | August 20, 2024 13:51 IST

  On Monday night, US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris will not participate in a Fox News debate that had been under consideration for September 4.

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  'I love you': Biden turns emotional as his daughter Ashley introduces him on DNC stage | VIDEO

  World | August 20, 2024 10:41 IST

  Wiping away multiple tears after being introduced by his daughter Ashley and waving to a crowd that gave him an extended standing ovation, a smiling Biden said: "I love you."

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  DNC HIGHLIGHTS: From Harris's surprise appearance to tearful Biden's furious take on Trump| WATCH

  World | August 20, 2024 21:37 IST

  The Democratic National Convention's first night showcased speeches from the last Democrat to lose to Donald Trump and the last one to beat him. Biden laced into Trump and directly acknowledged the concerns of protesters against the Gaza war who demonstrated a few blocks from the convention hall.

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  Democratic National Convention: Grand event to nominate Harris for 2024 race, Biden to get farewell

  World | August 19, 2024 12:34 IST

  The convention will lean into the party's potential to make history. Harris vies to be the first woman, the first Black woman and the first person of South Asian descent to reach the Oval Office. Harris will aim to use the convention to take a share of the credit for what she and Biden accomplished

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  India's strong message to US: 'We don't comment on others poll, we hope others don't comment on us'

  World | August 14, 2024 8:27 IST

  During a panel discussion in New Delhi, Jaishankar addressed a question about the US election by stating, "We typically refrain from commenting on other countries' elections, as we also expect others to respect our electoral process and avoid commenting on it."

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  Trump's another controversial statement against Harris, called her a 'b****' at private talk: Report

  World | August 11, 2024 23:51 IST

  Trump is reported to have used a derogatory term often aimed at women to refer to Vice President Kamala Harris during at least two private conversations, according to The New York Times, which cited two individuals who overheard him use the term. His campaign denies these allegations.

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  'If I stayed in race, it would be 'real distraction'...: Biden opens up why he quits against Trump

  World | August 11, 2024 23:05 IST

  In his first interview since ending his re-election campaign on July 21, Biden stated that he had "no serious health issues" but emphasised that his top priority was defeating former President Trump.

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  Harris' brutal attack on ex-US President: 'Predators who abused women, I know Trump's type...'

  World | July 24, 2024 21:01 IST

  "Predators who abused women; fraudsters who ripped off consumers; cheaters who broke the rules for their own gain.” “So hear me when I say, I know Donald Trump’s type,” Vice-President Kamala Harris said in her latest attack on her rival.

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  'I'm watching you kid, I love you': When Biden calls Kamala Harris during live campaign | VIDEO

  World | July 23, 2024 18:55 IST

  Biden phoned into the event, explaining to attendees that he couldn't attend in person due to ongoing recovery from COVID-19. However, a light moment between Biden and Harris won the hearts of thousands of supporters who came to cheer the event.

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  Kamala Harris is just as much of joke as Biden is, she will even worse than...': Trump

  World | July 22, 2024 16:29 IST

  In a statement, the Trump campaign said, "Kamala Harris is just as much of a joke as Biden is. Harris will be even worse for the people of our nation than Joe Biden. "

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  Kamala Harris' Vice President: Top candidates who could be the second-in-command if she wins race

  World | July 22, 2024 13:52 IST

  On Sunday, US President Joe Biden's announcement to step down from seeking reelection and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor in the Democratic candidacy presents Harris with an urgent and critical decision: selecting her running mate.

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  'Michelle will...': What Obama had said about his wife's intention to fight US Presidential election

  World | July 22, 2024 14:20 IST

  The call for Michelle to become a candidate in the 2024 race began soon after US President Biden withdrew from the race. However, Obama had already clarified about Michelle's intention to fight the elections in 2016.

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  From debate, Trump's assassination bid to Biden's withdrawal, KEY TAKEAWAYS from crucial 30 days

  World | July 22, 2024 10:52 IST

  On Sunday, there was a political earthquake when US President Joe Biden unexpectedly withdrew from the presidential race and threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate to face former President Donald Trump.