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Hillary Clinton hails Democrats' sweeping US midterm victories, says "post-Trump era begins now"

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 10:11:41 PM IST

Former US Secretary of State and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on Wednesday welcomed the sweeping victories secured by Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections, describing the results as a turning point in American politics and decla ... read..

"India plays a bit larger role in whole of Indian Ocean": IOC official Mahabeer on sidelines of Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 10:11:37 PM IST

India plays a "bit larger role" in the whole of the Indian Ocean and complements the maritime security efforts of regional countries, Raj Mahabeer, Officer-in-Charge of the General Secretariat of the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC), Mauritius, said on Wedne ... read..

Outgoing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis calls Republicans' defeat in midterms "close to extinction-level event" as Democrats sweep gubernatorial race

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 10:11:20 PM IST

As gubernatorial and federal election results deliver sweeping losses for Republicans nationwide, outgoing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued a stark warning about the partys national future while positioning his state as the lone conservative strongho ... read..

Emergency cabinet replaces Nepals Inspector General of Police amid rising embezzlement controversies

Kathmandu | November 4, 2026 9:41:20 PM IST

An emergency cabinet meeting held on Wednesday has changed the Chief of the Nepal Police, replacing Dan Bahadur Karki with Manoj Kumar KC after slews of leaks and controversies. ... read..

Garment owners, workers agree to implement new minimum wage structure from Dec 1 in Bangladesh

Dhaka | November 4, 2026 9:11:32 PM IST

Representatives of garment factory owners and workers have agreed to implement the new minimum wage structure for readymade garment (RMG) workers from December 1, with the increased wages to be paid in January along with the salaries for December. ... read..

Man killed, four injured in separate shootings in Balochistan; Quetta residents protest high gas bills

Balochistan | November 4, 2026 9:11:27 PM IST

One man was killed and four others, including women and children, were injured in separate shooting incidents in Balochistan's Kech and Kohlu districts, while another man was found shot dead in Turbat, according to a report by The Balochistan Post (TBP). ... read..

"Trump is still your President": White House shares pointed PSA amid US midterm election results

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:41:39 PM IST

As the 2026 US midterm election results unfold in the favour of Democrats, the White House has shared a pointed public service announcement (PSA), reminding Americans that Donald Trump continues to hold the presidency regardless of the outcome of the cong ... read..

US midterm elections marked by historic firsts as voters elect African American, Indigenous, Latina, and LGBTQ+ leaders

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 8:41:29 PM IST

The 2026 US midterm elections marked a landmark moment for representation in American politics as voters across the country elected an unprecedented wave of barrier-breaking candidates. Across executive statehouses, the US Senate, and Congress, political ... read..

Ro Khanna says "progressive agenda can win anywhere" after Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan victory

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:11:35 PM IST

US Congressman Ro Khanna of the Democratic Party on Wednesday (local time) welcomed Abdul El-Sayed's projected victory in Michigan's Senate race, stating that the result demonstrated how a bold progressive agenda could succeed across the country. ... read..

US midterm elections: Democrats flip Nevada governors mansion, hold historic win in Wisconsin as GOP secures Nebraska Senate seat

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 8:11:30 PM IST

Key projection calls have determined major victories in high-stakes state and federal contests across the country. ... read..

CBI secures extradition of Delhi sexual assault case accused from UAE

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 7:41:34 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Delhi Police, has successfully secured the extradition of a wanted accused, Sajeer Palli Mooppam, from the Unit ... read..

Second Indian national dies after Oct 10 Riyadh airport attack; death toll rises to 14

Riyadh | November 4, 2026 7:41:21 PM IST

The death toll in the October 10 attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has risen to 14 after another Indian national, who was critically injured in the incident, succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment in an Intensi ... read..

"Trump turned tables on Republican Party because of his misconduct": Foreign Affairs Expert Waiel Awwad on US midterm elections

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 6:41:28 PM IST

Foreign Affairs Expert Waiel Awwad on Wednesday attributed the crushing defeat of the Republican Party in the US midterm elections to President Donald Trump's "misconduct", including domestic policies, unilateral war with Iran and support for Israel durin ... read..

Aber Kawas becomes first Palestinian American elected to New York State Legislature

New York | November 4, 2026 6:12:00 PM IST

Democratic socialist Aber Kawas has won the New York State Senate District 12 race, becoming the first Palestinian American elected to the New York State Legislature in the November 3 US midterm elections. ... read..

"If Greg Abbott hadn't become a RINO, he wouldn't have lost": Donald Trump on Texas Governor's defeat

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 6:11:51 PM IST

Following a historic electoral earthquake in the 2026 US Midterm elections, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to single out three-term Texas Governor Greg Abbott after Abbott suffered a shocking defeat to Democratic State Representative Gina Hin ... read..

India, Nepal hold Foreign Secretary-level talks; discuss "entire gamut" of bilateral ties

Kathmandu | November 4, 2026 6:11:36 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held bilateral talks with his Nepalese counterpart Amrit Bahadur Rai in Kathmandu on Wednesday, with discussions covering various aspects of bilateral relations between the two countries. ... read..

Moscow slams joint USSouth Korea drills as "provocative," defends North Korea's defensive right

Moscow | November 4, 2026 5:41:46 PM IST

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation on Wednesday regarding the escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula, directly placing the blame on ongoing joint military exercises conducted by the United States and South Korea. ... read..

CPJ raises alarm over China's forced prison labour of cancer-stricken journalist

New York | November 4, 2026 5:41:33 PM IST

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged Chinese authorities to immediately release veteran journalist Dong Yuyu on humanitarian grounds after prison officials reportedly ordered him to resume compulsory labour just weeks after undergoing majo ... read..

'Blue Tsunami' drowns Trump as Democrats sweep House and Senate in US midterm elections

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 5:41:27 PM IST

In a significant shift in the US political landscape, American voters delivered a major setback to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party in Tuesday's midterm elections, sending a resounding "Blue Tsunami" across the nation as Democrats flipped b ... read..

"DEI is back!": Ro Khanna celebrates Democratic gains in US midterm elections

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 5:11:39 PM IST

US Representative Ro Khanna on Wednesday (local time) celebrated the Democratic Party's electoral gains in the November 3 midterm elections, saying "DEI is back!" as Democrats registered victories in key races across the country, including in traditionall ... read..

After Midterm rout, outgoing Florida Governor warns GOP may not regain Congress until 2032

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 3:41:46 PM IST

Outgoing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has cautioned that Republicans could struggle to regain control of Congress in the 2028 elections, predicting that Democrats could secure 55 seats in the Senate and more than 250 seats in the House following their sw ... read..

"Will not allow Trump to silence us": Ilhan Omar wins 5th term in US House from Minnesota

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 3:11:46 PM IST

Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has secured a fifth consecutive term in the US House of Representatives, defeating Republican nominee John Nagel in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District, according to a projection by CBS News, as she vowed to continue ... read..

Muttahida Qaumi Movement founder Altaf Hussain criticises Pakistans political and military establishment, questions countrys democratic autonomy

London | November 4, 2026 3:11:41 PM IST

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Altaf Hussain has criticised Pakistan's political and military establishment, alleging that successive civilian governments and elected institutions have operated under the influence of military generals, while questi ... read..

ICJ to deliver verdict in Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar on November 19

Dhaka | November 4, 2026 3:11:34 PM IST

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will deliver its judgment on November 19, 2026, in a landmark case filed by The Gambia against Myanmar over alleged violations of the UN Genocide Convention in connection with atrocities committed against the Rohin ... read..

Shin Bet alleges link of foreign funding in Israel polls, Change bloc calls agency 'political tool' of Netanyahu

Jerusalem | November 4, 2026 3:11:31 PM IST

Israeli Security Agency Shin Bet has told the Central Elections Committees that intelligence gathered so far points to widespread foreign funding and influence operations in Israels election. The agency said it needs to conduct further investigative work ... read..

Indian shipping vessels free to navigate Strait of Hormuz says Iranian government

Tehran | November 4, 2026 3:11:26 PM IST

The Iranian government on Tuesday reiterated that Indian shipping vessels had been granted exemptions from restrictions that they have applied in the Strait of Hormuz. ... read..

PoJK: JKJAAC demands international probe into Pandi killings, highlights UK protest in support of Public Action Committee

Muzaffarabad | November 4, 2026 2:41:38 PM IST

The Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has demanded an independent international investigation into the deaths of civilians in Pandi, Bagh, while questioning the allegations levelled against the organisation by the Prime Minister of P ... read..

Foreign Secretary Misri meets Nepals FM Khanal, discusses strengthening bilateral ties

Kathmandu | November 4, 2026 2:41:35 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri paid a courtesy call on Nepals Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shisir Khanal, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kathmandu on Wednesday. ... read..

They will go after Trump, his family: Senator Ted Cruz warns of Democratic push for probe, impeachment after midterms loss

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 2:11:53 PM IST

With Democrats set to take control of both chambers of the US Congress following the 2026 midterm elections, Republican Senator Ted Cruz has warned that President Donald Trump could face a series of congressional investigations, subpoenas and impeachment ... read..

Netanyahu is toxic: Israeli opposition leader warns of isolation and clash with US after midterms

Jerusalem | November 4, 2026 2:11:46 PM IST

Following the US midterm elections, political figures across the Middle East have reacted sharply to the seismic shift in Washington's balance of power, warning of profound geopolitical repercussions. ... read..

Bangladesh: HRW flags political reprisals against academics, students over Hasina links

London | November 4, 2026 2:11:23 PM IST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has raised concerns over alleged political targeting of academics and students at public universities in Bangladesh over their purported links to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League party, warning that dismiss ... read..

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrives in Nepal for two-day visit

Kathmandu | November 4, 2026 1:42:00 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Kathmandu on Wednesday morning on a two-day official visit to Nepal. ... read..

US auto industry group urges Congress to impose permanent ban on Chinese vehicles

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 1:41:50 PM IST

A major US automotive industry association has urged lawmakers to introduce a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles, citing national security concerns, surveillance risks and the potential threat posed by subsidised Chinese imports to American manufacturers, ... read..

"Election-interfering space lasers didn't work": Elon Musk acknowledges Democrat wave, pitches data centers in space

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 1:11:44 PM IST

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has reacted to the sweeping Democratic victories in the 2026 US midterm elections with two sarcastic posts on X, including a remark that "data centers in space" were looking increasingly appealing, after Republicans suff ... read..

We just took back Texas, says Democrat James Talarico in victory speech

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 12:41:46 PM IST

In a seismic political upset, Democrat James Talarico has clinched victory in the 2026 US Senate race in Texas, defeating Republican Ken Paxton and capturing the seat for the opposition party. Major media projections late Tuesday marked the historic win, ... read..

Cannot run a chaotic system": Congressman Thanedar says Democrats may consider impeaching Trump over tariffs after midterm losses

By Ayushi Agarwal Michigan | November 4, 2026 12:41:44 PM IST

Indian-American US Congressman Shri Thanedar on Wednesday said that the Democrats should consider keeping the impeachment of US President Donald Trump on the table over his tariff policies, warning that he cannot unilaterally impose tariffs without consid ... read..

Catalonia Parliament condemns Chinas persecution of Uyghurs, calls for action against forced labour

Catalonia | November 4, 2026 12:41:32 PM IST

The Parliament of Catalonia has adopted a resolution condemning China's systematic persecution of the Uyghur people, recognising that more than one million Uyghurs have been subjected to mass imprisonment, forced labour and the destruction of their cultur ... read..

America big enough for all of us: El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate seat as first Muslim senator

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 12:41:20 PM IST

Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed took to the stage in Michigan to claim victory in a fiercely competitive race, even as major networks noted that the tally remained tight. While CBS News held off on an official call, the Fox News Decision Desk formally ... read..

US Midterms: El-Sayed estimated to win Michigan Senate Race, Republicans stay confident

Lansing (Michigan) | November 4, 2026 12:11:39 PM IST

CBS News estimates that Democrat Abdul El-Sayed is likely to win the Michigan Senate race and will defeat Republican candidate Mike Rogers ... read..

Dissatisfaction with Trump behind Republican rout in US Midterms, says Congressman Shri Thanedar

By Ayushi Agarwal Michigan | November 4, 2026 12:11:35 PM IST

Describing the Republican losses in the 2026 US midterm elections as a strong message of public discontent with President Donald Trump, Indian-American Congressman in the US House of Representatives, Shri Thanedar, said that the results reflected growing ... read..

Baloch Liberation Army announces leadership transition, transfers power to Senior Command Council

Balochistan | November 4, 2026 12:11:32 PM IST

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has announced a leadership transition, with Bashir Zeb Baloch stepping down as its commander-in-chief and all administrative, military and policymaking powers being transferred to its Senior Command Council, according to a ... read..

US Midterms: House Speaker Johnson "disappointed" over poll results, vows to win back in 2028

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 11:41:45 AM IST

Acknowledging a difficult electoral setback for Republicans as Democrats are projected to take control of both chambers of the US Congress, House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed disappointment over the midterm results but vowed that his party would reclaim ... read..

Have serious concerns about future direction of our country: Ramaswamy concedes Ohio governors race

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 11:41:38 AM IST

Following a bruising defeat in the Midwestern battleground, Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy candidly addressed supporters at a subdued watch party after conceding the Ohio gubernatorial race to Democrat Amy Acton. ... read..

"Prevent damage, lay groundwork for future": Former US President Barack Obama celebrates big night for Democrats

Chicago (Illinois) | November 4, 2026 11:41:28 AM IST

Former US President Barack Obama has hailed the performance of the Democrat party as they flipped both the House of Representatives and the Senate to take control of the US Congress after the Mid-Term polls. ... read..

US Midterms: Democrat Troy Jackson claims Maine Senate seat as Susan Collins concedes, Pingree wins Governor race

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 11:41:25 AM IST

The Democratic wave sweeping through the 2026 US midterm elections has reached Maine, where Republican Senator Susan Collins conceded defeat to Democratic challenger Troy Jackson, ending her three-decade career in the US Senate. Meanwhile, Democrat Hannah ... read..

"Americans said no to war": Iran reacts to US midterm results as Democrats head to flip Congress

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 11:41:19 AM IST

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has weighed in on the incoming US midterm election results, asserting that the electoral verdict demonstrates a clear rejection of conflict by the American public. ... read..

"Congratulations to the Democrats": Trump reacts as Blue wave sweeps US Congress, says "will be able to work things out"

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 11:11:43 AM IST

Acknowledging a major electoral setback for Republicans as Democrats are projected to take control of both chambers of the US Congress, President Donald Trump has congratulated the opposition party on its midterm victories, expressing willingness to work ... read..

"Today begins the great American comeback," says Hakeem Jeffries as Democrats projected to win House

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 11:11:39 AM IST

Following projections that Democrats have successfully flipped the chamber, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries declared on Monday night that today begins the great American comeback. ... read..

"Power of Veto": Trump holds out 'Veto' warning to Democrats as they take control of Congress

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 11:11:21 AM IST

The word 'Veto' is dominating the American political scene as the Democrats take control of Congress flipping both the House of Representatives and the Senate. ... read..

US Midterms 2026: Red wall crumbles as Democrats make historic gains across Texas, Kansas, Iowa

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 10:41:34 AM IST

A political map long dominated by Republican red is turning increasingly blue as Democrats make significant inroads into traditionally conservative strongholds in the 2026 US midterm elections, with historic victories in Texas, Kansas and Iowa signalling ... read..

Democrats flip US House in midterm shock as key voter blocs abandon GOP over Iran war and tariffs

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 10:41:31 AM IST

Democrats are projected to control the House of Representatives in the next Congress, marking a profound political realignment as voters deliver a sharp rebuke to the ruling party amid rising economic anxiety. ... read..

Democrats take control of Congress; Trump posts picture of 'Veto' embossed cap, but says "willing to accept results'

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 10:41:36 AM IST

There is no stopping the Blue wave in the US Mid Terms as Democrats are projected to gain controlf of the US Congress flipping both the House of Representative and the Senate as per projections by US networks. ... read..

Blue wave surge: Democrat Amy Acton defeats Vivek Ramaswamy to flip Ohio governorship

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 10:11:28 AM IST

A profound political shift is unfolding across the United States during the 2026 midterm elections, highlighted by major Democratic gains in traditionally Republican strongholds and a projected transition of power in Washington. ... read..

"Willing to accept results:" Trump tells NYT he is ready to work with Dems as they take control of the House

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 10:11:23 AM IST

US President Trump has told the New York Times that he will accept the results of the US Mid Terms and was prepared to work with Democrats. ... read..

US Midterms: Blue tsunami sweeps red stronghold as Democrat Talarico projected to win Texas Senate seat

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 9:41:31 AM IST

In a major political development in the 2026 US midterm elections, Democrat James Talarico is projected to win the Texas Senate race against Republican Ken Paxton, with early results indicating a significant Democratic lead in a state that has remained a ... read..

"I wasn't on the Ballot": Trump absolves himself as 'Blue Tsunami' hits Washington DC in Mid-terms

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 9:41:29 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has sought to absolve himself as Republicans face a Blue Tsunami with the Democrats projected to flip the US House of Representatives and gain majorly in the Senate after the Mid-term polls. ... read..

Victory for America!: Democrats flip House as Jeffries set to become first African American Speaker

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 9:41:21 AM IST

A historic political transformation is taking shape across the United States as Democrats are projected to reclaim control of the House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections, paving the way for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to potential ... read..

US Midterms: Darlene Graham projected to loose South Carolina senate race as Democrat Annie Andrews flips seat

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 9:11:26 AM IST

In a stunning and historic political upset within a traditionally steadfast Republican stronghold, Democrat Annie Andrews is projected to capture the United States Senate race in South Carolina, according to projections from the CNN Decision Desk, defeati ... read..

US Midterms 2026: Democrats projected to flip US House, Hakeem Jeffries poised to become 1st African American speaker

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 9:11:20 AM IST

A historic political moment is taking shape in the United States as Democrats are projected to reclaim control of the House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections, paving the way for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to potentially become th ... read..

US Midterms: CBS projects blue wave hitting Texas, Dems lead gubernatorial, Senate races

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:41:28 AM IST

Democrats have made significant early gains in traditionally Republican Texas, with both the Senate and gubernatorial races leaning in their favour, according to projections by CBS News, signalling a potential political shift in the Lone Star State during ... read..

MoS Margherita discusses India-Caribbean ties with ACS chief in Madrid

Madrid | November 4, 2026 8:41:23 AM IST

Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita met Noemi Espinoza Madrid, Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), in Madrid and discussed India's engagement with the Global South, particularly in the Greater Caribb ... read..

US Midterms: Big night for African-American community; Byron Donalds wins Florida guv race, Lance Bottoms wins Georgia

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:41:21 AM IST

African American candidates have made history in the 2026 US midterm elections, with Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms becoming the first African American woman to win a gubernatorial election in the country, while Republican Byron Donalds is set to become Fl ... read..

US Midterms: Dems gain as Abdul El-Sayed leads Michigan Senate race, Darlene Graham trails in South Carolina

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:11:30 AM IST

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has taken an early lead over Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's Senate race, as preliminary election trends also show Democratic candidate James Talarico making gains in Texas, with the party registering strong performances in se ... read..

US Midterms: Mixed night for Indian-American candidates, Democrats Suhas Subramanyam, Aruna Miller Pia Dandiya win, Ramaswamy trails in Ohio

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 8:11:27 AM IST

Indian-American Democrats Suhas Subramanyam and Aruna Miller were projected to secure re-election on Tuesday as the initial results of the United States midterm elections unfolded, while Pia Dandiya maintained an advantage in a fiercely contested Florida ... read..

US midterms: Democrats score key Gubernatorial wins in New York, Colorado, Connecticut; GOP retains Senate seats

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 8:11:20 AM IST

Democrats have secured major victories in several gubernatorial contests across the United States, with Kathy Hochul retaining the New York governorship, Phil Weiser winning in Colorado and Ned Lamont securing another term in Connecticut, as the 2026 US m ... read..

US midterms: Democrat James Talarico takes early lead in Texas Senate race as party makes gains across states

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 7:41:25 AM IST

Democrat James Talarico has registered a significant early lead in the Texas Senate race, winning the early vote in the battleground county of Tarrant by 21 percentage points, as Democrats also recorded early gains in several key Senate contests across th ... read..

Roy Cooper wins North Carolina 2026 Senate election, flipping seat for Democrats

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 7:41:22 AM IST

North Carolinas high-stakes political landscape witnessed a dramatic shift as former Governor Roy Cooper captured a crucial legislative pickup, flipping the state's open Senate seat to the Democratic Party, according to projections from the Fox News Deci ... read..

US Midterms: Democrat Ossoff projected to win Georgia senate; gubernatorial wins for Dems in Maryland, Massachusetts

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 7:11:25 AM IST

Democratic United States Senator Jon Ossoff defeated Republican Representative Mike Collins in the Georgia Senate race, CBS News projects, holding onto his seat in the upper chamber. ... read..

US Midterms: Polls close in 25 states, voting ends in key congressional battlegrounds

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 7:11:22 AM IST

Polls have now closed in 25 US states and the District of Columbia as voting in the 2026 midterm elections draws to a close across a large part of the country, with several closely watched Senate, House and gubernatorial contests attracting attention. ... read..

US Midterms: Pritzker, Shapiro projected to win Illinois and Pennsylvania as Dems hold 4 gubernatorial fights

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 7:11:20 AM IST

As vote counting advanced and polls closed across multiple states during Tuesday's high-stakes midterm elections, early projections began to crystallise across several closely watched congressional and gubernatorial contests. ... read..

Indo-German energy forum marks 20 years of India-Germany energy cooperation in New Delhi

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 6:41:25 AM IST

The Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF) celebrated 20 years of energy cooperation between India and Germany with an anniversary evening at the German Embassy in New Delhi. ... read..

US Midterms: Vivek Ramaswamy's fate on the line as polls close in Ohio, Georgia, North Caroline and other states

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 6:41:24 AM IST

Polls closed across several US states, including Ohio, North Carolina, West Virginia, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Vermont and Virginia, as voting in the 2026 US midterm elections entered its final phase, with several closely watched Senate and gube ... read..

Jaishankar highlights Indias digital public infrastructure model, FTAs at CHOGM 2026 in Antigua

St John's | November 4, 2026 6:41:20 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday highlighted India's digital public infrastructure (DPI) model and its role in promoting good governance, financial responsibility and economic opportunities while representing the country at the Commonwe ... read..

Polls start to close in US Mid-Terms, exit polls show Trump at lowest approval rating; Fox projects first senate gain for Dems in Virginia

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 6:11:28 AM IST

As polling begins to draw to a close in the US Midterms a CBS News Exit poll show that the US President Donald Trump is polling the lowest approval rating for a president in a midterm election. This is currently at 38%. ... read..

US midterm 2026: Polls begin closing across several states as exit polls show 6 in 10 voters disapprove of Trump over cost-of-living concerns

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 6:11:23 AM IST

Polls began closing across several states in the 2026 US midterm elections as preliminary findings from CNNs Voter Poll showed that six in 10 voters disapprove of President Donald Trumps job performance, with rising cost-of-living concerns, economic dis ... read..

"Massive win for NATO": US lauds Greenlands approval of Arctic Security deal with Washington, Denmark

Washington | November 4, 2026 6:11:21 AM IST

The United States has welcomed Greenland's approval of a trilateral security agreement with Washington and Denmark, describing the development as a massive win for NATO and a major victory for American national security, as the pact seeks to strengthen ... read..

US midterm elections: Democrats "on the verge" of taking back House majority, says Hakeem Jeffries

Washington, DC | November 4, 2026 6:11:19 AM IST

Minority Leader of the US House of Representatives Hakeem Jeffries told reporters on Tuesday night that Democrats "are on the verge" of reclaiming control of the lower chamber, though he cautioned that they "take nothing for granted". ... read..

Israels opposition leader Yair Lapid calls Trumps decision to end US aid to Israel a severe political, security failure

Jerusalem | November 4, 2026 5:41:19 AM IST

Israel's Opposition Leader Yair Lapid on Wednesday criticised US President Donald Trump's decision to end annual American assistance to Israel, describing it as one of the most severe political and security failures in the country's history and questionin ... read..

US midterms: JD Vance says administration fought replacement of American workers with lower-wage foreign employees

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 5:11:26 AM IST

US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday (local time) said the Trump administration had fought against companies laying off American workers and replacing them with lower-wage foreign employees, while highlighting its efforts to curb visa fraud and prioritis ... read..

Starting tomorrow, hold me accountable: Vivek Ramaswamy urges Ohio voters to back lower taxes, affordable homes, safer streets

Ohio | November 4, 2026 5:11:21 AM IST

Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on Tuesday (local time) urged Ohio voters to support his promises of lower property taxes, reduced electricity bills, affordable housing and safer streets, calling on them to hold him accountable for deli ... read..

US midterms 2026: First polls close in Indiana, Kentucky; Trump calls it big deal

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 5:11:19 AM IST

The first polling stations in the 2026 US midterm elections closed at 6 pm (local time) on Tuesday in most parts of Indiana and Kentucky, marking the beginning of the vote-counting process in the high-stakes elections that will determine the balance of po ... read..

Congressman Suhas Subramanyam meets voters in Manassas, urges Indian-Americans to participate in US midterms

Virginia | November 4, 2026 4:41:21 AM IST

US Congressman Suhas Subramanyam on Tuesday (local time) met voters at a polling station in Manassas, Virginia, and urged Indian-Americans to actively participate in the 2026 US midterm elections, emphasising that their votes and voices matter more than e ... read..

Concern is why Tibetans cannot come: Declining arrivals reshape exile monasteries

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | November 4, 2026 4:41:20 AM IST

Tibetan monasteries and nunneries in exile are witnessing a significant demographic shift, with Tibetans now accounting for only 28 per cent of the monastic population, amid declining arrivals from Tibet, falling birth rates and migration of younger Tibet ... read..

US midterms: Trump congratulates Tony Ada on early Republican victory call in Guam, urges New York voters to back Mike Lawler

Washington DC | November 4, 2026 4:11:20 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) congratulated Republican candidate Tony Ada after an early call projected a Republican victory in Guam's gubernatorial race, while urging voters in New York to support Republican Congressman Mike Lawler in ... read..

US midterms: Republican Dayna-Marie Miles says party is bigger than Trump, urges voters to research candidates

Virginia | November 4, 2026 3:41:20 AM IST

As voters across the United States cast their ballots in the 2026 midterm elections, Republican supporter Dayna-Marie Miles said the Republican Party was bigger than President Donald Trump, stressing that its identity and values extended beyond the curren ... read..

US Midterms 2026: Virginia voters flag immigration, gun violence, xenophobia; volunteer sees record turnout

Virginia | November 4, 2026 3:11:23 AM IST

Voters in Manassas, Virginia, have raised concerns over immigration policies, gun violence, xenophobia and political divisions in the United States as Americans cast their ballots in the 2026 US midterm elections, while volunteers reported increased parti ... read..

PM Modi to inaugurate Prashanti Kutirams Golden Jubilee celebrations in Bengaluru on November 13

New York | November 4, 2026 3:11:21 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Prashanti Kutiram, Bengaluru, on November 13, marking 50 years of the institution's contributions to yoga, education, scientific research, integrative healthcare, spiritu ... read..

PM Modi expresses gratitude to Bhutan for dedication of 76th Buddhist stupa, calls it enduring symbol of India-Bhutan friendship

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 2:41:29 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the King and people of Bhutan for dedicating the 76th Buddhist stupa, also known as Jangchub Chorten, to him, describing the gesture as an enduring symbol of the shared spiritual and civilisat ... read..

France secures re-election as ISA co-president for 20272029 during ninth Assembly in New Delhi

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 2:41:27 AM IST

France has been re-elected as the co-President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a two-year term from 2027 to 2029, securing a victory over Burkina Faso during the Ninth Assembly of ISA, being held in New Delhi from November 2 to 5. ... read..

Opportunity to hold Trump-Vance administration accountable: Maryland Lt Governor Aruna Miller urges Americans to vote in US midterms

By Reena Bhardwaj Maryland | November 4, 2026 2:41:24 AM IST

Maryland Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller has urged eligible Americans, particularly members of immigrant communities, to exercise their right to vote in the 2026 US midterm elections, describing the polls as an opportunity to hold the Trump-Vance adminis ... read..

India-EU FTA will be "big game changer," says Lithuanian ambassador Diana Mickeviciene

New Delhi | November 4, 2026 1:11:29 AM IST

Lithuanian Ambassador to India Diana Mickeviciene has hailed the upcoming India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a major economic milestone, highlighting how the pact will unlock vast technological and commercial synergies between the two part ... read..

US midterms: Cristina Fontanelli flags homelessness, drug abuse in New York; Actor Narayana Rao says democracy is at stake

New York | November 4, 2026 1:11:24 AM IST

Opera singer and New York City election candidate Cristina Fontanelli has raised concerns over increasing homelessness and drug abuse in the city, while Indian-born Hollywood actor Narayana Rao Rampilla alleged that democracy and the freedom of ordinary c ... read..

Norway can act as bridge for India to engage with Scandinavian and Nordic countries on maritime issues: Envoy May-ElinStener

New Delhi | November 3, 2026 11:41:35 PM IST

Norway's Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener on Tuesday said that Norway can serve as a bridge for India to strengthen its engagement with Scandinavian and Nordic countries on maritime issues, highlighting opportunities for cooperation in ocean research, ... read..

US Midterms: Indian-American voters in Virginia rally behind Democrats, citing rising hate and gas prices

Virginia | November 3, 2026 11:41:30 PM IST

Indian-American voters turned out at polling stations across Northern Virginia on Election Day, expressing concerns over rising anti-immigrant sentiment, immigration rights and increasing household expenses while calling for stronger legislative represent ... read..

"Hold all of us on this ticket accountable": Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy casts his ballot

Ohio | November 3, 2026 11:11:34 PM IST

Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy cast his ballot in Columbus on Tuesday morning, acknowledging the economic pressures confronting voters while calling on Ohioans to hold elected leaders accountable to improve household living standards. ... read..

Issue of release of Indians with Russian side taken up at "various levels: MEA on Jaishankar-Lavrov meeting

New Delhi | November 3, 2026 11:11:30 PM IST

India continues to raise the issue of the release of its nationals who remain with the Russian armed forces with Moscow at various levels, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday, while referring to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's ... read..

"Can no longer rely on him, must replace him": Gadi Eisenkot targets Netanyahu over US decision to end aid

Jerusalem | November 3, 2026 10:41:21 PM IST

Yashar partychairman Gadi Eisenkot, from the anti-Netanyahu bloc, on Tuesday criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over US President Donald Trump's reported decision to end American financial assistance to Israel, saying the development hi ... read..

Housing, affordability, corruption, municipal issues: Manhattan city council candidate Carl Wilson outlines voter priorities on Election Day

New York | November 3, 2026 10:11:38 PM IST

As voters cast their ballots in the 2026 US midterm elections, voters in New York City are turning out in high numbers, driven by a desire for congressional accountability in Washington and solutions to pressing local issues like housing affordability and ... read..

Indian-American community leader Ajat Bhutoria slams Trump tariffs and H-1B crackdown, vouches for Democrat majority in midterms

California | November 3, 2026 10:11:36 PM IST

Prominent Indian-American community leader and former Joe Biden administration adviser Ajay Jain Bhutoria issued a forceful backing of the Democratic Party on Election Day, arguing that a Democratic-controlled Congress is essential to reversing economic i ... read..

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