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Washington, March 27 (IANS) Donald Trump on Friday claimed a sharp rise in U.S. agricultural exports, highlighting a surge in soybean shipments to China and expanded global market access as part of his administration’s trade push.​ Speaking at a White House event attended by farmers, Trump said American agricultural exports had strengthened under new trade arrangements, with China emerging as a key buyer.​“Thanks to our trade deals, you’re now sending over $40 billion in American soybean…

Washington, March 18 (IANS) An influential US lawmaker has stepped up calls to boost security funding for religious institutions, including those of the Hindus, as rising Middle East tensions and recent attacks heighten fears among faith communities across the country.Democratic US Congressman Josh Gottheimer convened homeland security officials and faith leaders in New Jersey on Tuesday to address what he described as a growing threat environment facing houses of worship.The meeting brought tog…

Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) Acclaimed actor Darsheel Safary has been roped in for the cast of the upcoming cross-border international feature film starring Mohit Raina and Priya Mani. Speaking about joining the project, Darsheel, who rose to stardom with his work in the Aamir Khan-starrer Taare Zameen Par, said: “This story moved me deeply. It speaks about courage, vulnerability, and choices that define who we become.”Darsheel added: “I’m grateful to be part of a film that transcends geograph…

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) A US-based subsidiary of Cipla has recalled more than 400 cartons of a generic anti-cancer medicine due to a manufacturing issue, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).In its latest enforcement report, the US health regulator said that Cipla USA, Inc, based in Warren, New Jersey, is recalling certain batches of Nilotinib Capsules in two strengths — 150 mg and 200 mg.The recall involves 271 cartons of one batch and 164 cartons of another batch of the …

Washington, March 8 (IANS) A wave of federal court rulings across the United States this week has ordered the release or bond hearings for at least 15 Indian nationals held in immigration detention, with judges finding that authorities violated constitutional due process protections by detaining migrants without giving them a proper hearing.The decisions, issued by courts in states including California, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Kentucky, and New Jersey, largely involve Indian asylum see…

Washington, Feb 23 (IANS) A powerful winter storm barrelled into the US Northeast triggering travel bans, shutting schools, and grounding thousands of flights as heavy snow and strong winds lashed major cities from Washington to Boston.The National Weather Service warned of a “Major Winter Storm for the Northeast” and said heavy snow would hit the northern Mid-Atlantic and Northeast through Monday. Snowfall rates of two to three inches per hour were expected at times, with totals as high as …

Mumbai, Feb 17 (IANS) Indian actors Priya Mani and Mohit Raina have been roped in to headline a yet-untitled Indo-U.S immigrant family drama, directed by Harsh Mahadeshwar. “This project is very close to my heart because it explores identity and belonging in a deeply honest way,” Raina said.Priya said that what drew her to this film instantly was the “emotional truth of the story”.“I’m grateful to be part of a project that brings together such committed collaborators to tell a story …

New Jersey, Feb 9 (IANS) In a modest hall in Maywood, New Jersey, seniors, students, and families gathered to confront a growing menace that has quietly reshaped lives across the Indian American community — scams that drain savings, shatter trust and, increasingly, pull young people into serious legal trouble.The awareness event, held on Sunday afternoon, marked the public launch of ‘Help Before Scam (HBS)’, a community initiative founded by Anil Mangukia, aimed at stopping fraud before irrever…

Washington, Jan 29, (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Federation of North America celebrated UP Diwas in New Jersey over the weekend. The event on January 24 was held amid a state-level emergency and extreme cold conditions, with temperatures dropping to minus 14 degrees Celsius. Despite the weather, members of the Uttar Pradesh community gathered in large numbers to observe the day, manifesting strong cultural attachment and community togetherness. In a press release, the organisers said the celebration…

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Indian drugmakers Sun Pharmaceutical Industries and Cipla have recalled certain products from the US market due to manufacturing-related issues, according to the latest update from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA).In its Enforcement Report, the US health regulator said the US-based arm of Mumbai-headquartered Sun Pharma is recalling more than 26,000 bottles of a generic medicine used to treat dandruff and skin conditions that cause inflammation and itching.Sun…