Britain’s Indian-origin Home Secretary Suella Braverman issued a warning against “unsustainable” mass and rapid migration into the country and called for action to cut growing migrant numbers.
Tag: Politics
Kamala Harris’ remarks on immigration, end of Title 42 spark new political conflict
The political war between Democrats and Republicans over immigration issues continues, as Indian-American Vice-President Kamala Harris claimed the end of Title 42 is ‘going rather smoothly’ despite Republican border governors dropping off migrants near her own home.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine ‘can make aggressor’s defeat irreversible’ with Western help
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during an official state visit to Western Europe, said yesterday that Kyiv and its Western supporters could make Russia’s defeat in the war in Ukraine “irreversible” this year.
Indian-origin Dr Geeta Rao Gupta confirmed as Global Womens’ Issues office envoy
The United States’ Senate has confirmed Indian-American Dr Geeta Rao Gupta as the Ambassador-at-Large for the Office of Global Women’s Issues in the State Department.
Imran Khan slams Army, calls for ‘freedom’ protests in first address after arrest
Controversial Pakistani politician Imran Khan called for nationwide “freedom” protests after his brief arrest and detention last week led to a spate of violence and widespread protests.
Congress sweeps to victory in Karnataka; secures solid majority
The Indian National Congress party looks set for a resounding victory in the Karnataka state elections. As of 4 pm, Congress and its allies had won 100 seats and were leading in 36 more, well on their way to surpass the 113 seats to form the government in the state.
Democrats propose Bill to eliminate country-quota for Green Card, reform H-1B system
The United States’ Democratic party introduced a Citizenship Act which, among other things, seeks to eliminate the country-quota for green cards and make changes in the much sought-after H-1B visa system.
Karnataka race too close to call, say exit polls
According to a majority of exit polls, Karnataka is heading for a hung assembly. Seven of 10 exit polls conducted by media organisations after the recent state elections in Karnataka claim that no party will gain a clear majority.
Pakistan SC rules Imran Khan’s arrest illegal, orders his release
The turmoil in Pakistan continued and eight people have been killed in clashes over the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) party leader Imran Khan.
Writer E Jean Carroll wins USD 5 million in defamation case; Trump slams verdict
A federal jury in New York City found that former United States President Donald Trump sexually abused advice columnist E Jean Carroll and awarded more than USD 2 million in damages and an additional USD 3 million in damages for defamation.
