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11 Jun

Pentagon Escalates Pressure on Iran, Says Fresh US Strikes Aim to Strengthen Diplomatic Leverage

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has carried out a new series of military strikes against targets in Iran, with officials describing the operation as a defensive response to threats against American personnel and commercial shipping operating in regional waters. US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that the strikes were conducted following orders from Commander-in-Chief Donald Trump, citing ongoing security concerns and repeated hostile actions attributed to Iran. Ahead of the operation, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made it clear that Washington was prepared to increase military pressure while leaving the door open for negotiations. He said Iran still has an…

03 Jun

Middle East Tensions Rise After Missile Exchange and US Retaliatory Action

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Kuwait/Bahrain (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh military and diplomatic tensions have emerged in the Gulf region after the United States carried out strikes on an Iranian facility following missile launches directed toward Kuwait and Bahrain. According to US military officials, Iran fired multiple missiles toward the two Gulf nations, but none reached their intended destinations. Authorities said some projectiles malfunctioned during flight, while others were intercepted by defence systems before they could pose a threat. In response, American forces targeted a military-related installation on Iran's Qeshm Island, a strategically important location near the Strait of Hormuz. US officials described the operation as…

02 Jun

US Enforcement Drive Nets 30 Indian Truck Drivers Over Immigration Violations

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): A large-scale immigration enforcement operation in the United States has resulted in the detention of 30 Indian nationals who were allegedly residing in the country unlawfully while working in the commercial trucking sector. The action forms part of a broader federal campaign aimed at identifying undocumented individuals operating heavy vehicles on American roads. The arrests were carried out by officials from the US Border Patrol's Yuma Sector during a targeted operation conducted in Arizona earlier this month. Authorities said a total of 52 people suspected of immigration violations were taken into custody, including 36 individuals employed as…

24 May

India-US Ties Go Beyond Diplomacy, Reflect Global Strategic Partnership: Rubio

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Highlighting the growing depth of ties between New Delhi and Washington, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India and the United States are no longer merely traditional allies but strategic partners working together on issues that extend far beyond South Asia. Rubio made the remarks during delegation-level discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on the second day of his four-day visit to India. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, defence, technology and global security. Addressing the evolving relationship, Rubio said the partnership between the two democracies is unique…

20 May

Fresh Report Reveals Major US Air Losses in Iran Campaign, Cost of Operation Soars

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh assessment has revealed that the United States suffered substantial aerial setbacks during its military offensive against Iran, with dozens of aircraft reportedly damaged or destroyed during the months-long operation. According to a report prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), at least 42 American aircraft were lost or severely affected during Operation Epic Fury, which began on February 28 as part of a large-scale offensive targeting Iranian military infrastructure. The reported losses include some of the US military’s most advanced assets. These range from four F-15E Strike Eagle combat aircraft and an F-35A stealth fighter…

16 May

Fresh Iran Showdown Possible as Trump Reviews Strike Plans After Beijing Talks

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major decision on Iran after returning from his strategic visit to China, with reports indicating that American defence officials are preparing military response options if diplomatic negotiations fail to break the current deadlock. Sources familiar with the developments suggest that senior Pentagon officials have resumed planning for possible air operations against Iranian targets, should Washington decide to abandon the current diplomatic track. The growing tensions come just after Trump wrapped up key meetings in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where regional stability and Iran’s nuclear ambitions were among…

10 May

US Plans Major H-1B Wage Increase, New Proposal Could Raise Hiring Costs for Foreign Workers

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States administration has unveiled a proposal to significantly raise the minimum salary requirements for companies hiring workers under the H-1B visa programme, with wage thresholds expected to increase by nearly 30 per cent across multiple categories. The proposed revision, introduced by the US Department of Labor, aims to strengthen salary protections for American workers and ensure foreign professionals are not hired at lower wage rates than local employees. Under the draft framework, salary benchmarks across four experience levels would see substantial hikes. Entry-level H-1B workers could see the minimum salary requirement rise to nearly $98,000…

02 May

No Breakthrough Yet as US Rejects Iran’s Offer, Talks Remain Uncertain

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Efforts to resolve the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict continue to face obstacles, with Donald Trump making it clear that Washington is not convinced by Tehran’s latest proposal for negotiations. Addressing the media, Trump said the offer put forward by Iran fails to meet key US expectations, indicating that significant differences persist between the two sides. He suggested that although dialogue has not completely stopped, the current terms are not something his administration is willing to accept. Meanwhile, Abbas Araqchi signalled that Iran is still open to diplomatic engagement, but stressed that any meaningful progress would require a shift…

30 Apr

Iran Rebukes US Pressure Tactics as Oil Market Volatility Intensifies

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh war of words has erupted between Iran and the United States, with Tehran dismissing Washington’s blockade strategy and linking it to a sharp rise in global crude prices. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf took a swipe at recent statements made by Donald Trump, who had earlier suggested that Iran’s oil infrastructure would face severe consequences under sustained economic restrictions. Iranian officials say those predictions have not materialised, instead pointing to the country’s continued output despite mounting pressure. At the centre of the dispute is the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route where…

30 Apr

Iran Signals Escalation With New Weapon Claim as US Maintains Pressure

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The standoff between Iran and its adversaries intensified on Wednesday after Tehran hinted at deploying a new military capability, even as Donald Trump reaffirmed his decision to reject a recent diplomatic proposal. A senior Iranian naval official indicated that the country is preparing to unveil a weapon system that could significantly challenge opposing forces. While no technical details were disclosed, the statement appeared aimed at signalling readiness for further escalation in the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. The remarks came shortly after Washington turned down Tehran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in…