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US Homeland Security Secy's purse stolen including USD 3000 from Washington DC restaurant
Washington DC, April 22: US Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse was stolen while she was eating dinner at a downtown Washington DC, restaurant Sunday night, the secretary confirmed on Monday (local time), CNN reported.
World Bank Group's Global Digital Summit to explore cutting-edge, innovative digital solutions
Washington DC, March 15: Partners, clients, and private-sector leaders will gather here for the 2nd edition of the World Bank Group's Global Digital Summit to explore, together, cutting-edge digital solutions, share insights, and foster valuable discussions about the transformative work shaping the future of digital development.
Didn't want PM Modi and other visiting world leaders to see tents, potholes, graffiti in Washington: Trump
Washington, March 15: Pledging to continue efforts to have a cleaner and safer Washington, US President Donald Trump on Saturday, India time, said that he had a "route run" around White House and the headquarters of the United States Department of State ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US capital to make sure that a cleanliness drive is carried out throughout the area to make it look nice and tidy.
Trump says he ordered Washington DC clean up to keep PM Modi from seeing 'tents and graffiti'
Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump has pledged to transform Washington, DC, into a "crime-free capital," emphasising the need for a cleaner, safer, and more visually appealing city for visiting world leaders.
US: Iconic 'Black Lives Matter' mural removed post Trump's encroachment threats
Washington DC, March 11: Construction crews began removing the large painting of the words "Black Lives Matter" on a street one block from the White House on Monday (local time) as Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser struggled to fend off threats of encroachment from both US President Donald Trump and the Republican-controlled Congress, VOA News reported.
US: Secret Service agents shoot armed man near White House
Washington, DC, March 9: Secret Service agents shot a man during an armed confrontation, who brandished a firearm near the White House early Sunday morning, Fox News reported citing the agency statement.
Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan to headline WorldPride Music Festival
Washington DC, February 18: Stars Jennifer Lopez and Troye Sivan have come on board to headline this summer's WorldPride Music Festival in Washington DC.
PM Modi meets Vivek Ramaswamy in US, discusses innovation and culture
Washington, DC, February 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy and his father-in-law at Blair House in Washington, DC on Thursday and discussed various issues, including innovation, culture and more.
PM Modi, US NSA Mike Waltz hold discussion on deepening strategic ties
Washington, DC, February 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with United States National Security Advisor Mike Waltz at Blair House in Washington DC on Thursday. The two leaders had a "meaningful exchange of views" on deepening strategic ties between India and the US and addressing global security challenges.
All 67 victims recovered from Washington plane crash
Washington, Feb 5: The remains of all 67 individuals who died in the helicopter and passenger plane mid-air collision in Washington last week have been recovered by rescue teams, US media cited the Unified Command as saying.
King Charles profoundly shocked, saddened by dreadful Washington DC air accident
London, February 2: Britain's King Charles III on Sunday expressed his profound sadness and stated "profoundly shocked and saddened by the dreadful news" of the recent air accident in Washington, DC, which claimed the lives of 64 people.
United States: Biden-appointed CFPB Director Rohit Chopra fired, cutting short five-year term
Washington DC, February 1: United States' Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra was fired on Saturday, cutting short his five-year term that was set to run through late 2026, The New York Times reported.
Crashed American plane had 3 Russian passengers, US State Dept confirms to Russian Embassy
Washington DC, February 1: Three Russian nationals died in the recent plane crash in Washington DC, the Russian Embassy in the US said in a statement, the Russian state media reported on Saturday.
PM Modi offers condolences over Washington Mid-Air Plane Collision
New Delhi, January 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences on Friday over the mid-air crash which took place in near Reagan National Airport in Washington DC in which 67 people are feared dead.
One of the worst tragedies US citizens express grief over mid-air plane collision in Washington DC
Washington DC, January 31: United States citizens on Thursday expressed grief over the mid-air plane collision near Reagan National Airport in Washington DC in which 67 people are feared to be dead.
Washington Plane Collision: Trump blames Obama, Biden for lowering air safety standards
Washington DC, January 31: Following the mid-air collision between an American Airlines plane and a US Army helicopter in which all 67 are feared dead, US President Donald Trump on Thursday blamed former Democratic Presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama for lowering air safety standards.
US: Donald Trump expresses grief over plane crash, vows to push bar for aviation safety
Washington DC, January 30: US President Donald Trump expressed grief over the loss of lives in the plane crash near Reagan National Airport in Washington, DC calling it a "devastating moment" in the nation's history.
Officials confirm no survivors in Washington midair plane collision
Washington DC, January 30: After the midair collision over the Potomac River in Washington, authorities said that they no longer expect to find any survivors, and efforts have shifted to a recovery mission, according to DC Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly, according to a report by CNN.
Kremlin confirms Russian figure skaters among victims of Washington plane crash
Moscow, January 30: The Kremlin on Thursday confirmed that Russian figure skaters, along with other Russian nationals, were among those aboard the aircraft that crashed in Washington, according to a report by TASS.
No survivors yet of mid-air Washington DC collision
Washington, Jan 30: No survivors have yet been found of American Eagle Flight 5342 that collided with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near the Reagan National Airport in Washington DC Wednesday night.
No survivors found yet after American Airlines plane and Black Hawk helicopter collide near Reagan Airport DC
Washington, DC, January 30: A large-scale search operation is underway after a tragic mid-air collision between a American Airlines plane and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport outside Washington, DC On Wednesday night, the collision resulted in both aircraft crashing into the Potomac River, CNN reported.
Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says both aircraft are in water and rescue operation underway in Potomac River
Washington, DC, January 30: Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has confirmed that "both aircraft are in the water" and 64 people were flying in the American Airlines aircraft and three were aboard the military helicopter that collided mid-air. She said that the fire department and EMS supported by the fire departments and police departments from across Washington metropolitan region are executing rescue operation in the Potomac River.
US: American Airlines flight crashes at Reagan National Airport in Washington DC
Washington DC, January 30: US Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday said that a PSA Airline Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet had collided in midair with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach to runway 22 at Reagan Washington National Airport at around 9 pm. local time. PSA was operating as Flight 5342 for American Airlines. It departed from Wichita, Kansas.
Washington: Plane collides mid-air with helicopter near airport, rescue ops on
New Delhi, Jan 30: A tragic mid-air collision occurred over the Potomac River near Washington, US, involving American Airlines Flight 5342, and a Black Hawk helicopter.
White House unveils official portrait of US First Lady Melania Trump
Washington, DC, January 28: The White House on Monday unveiled official portrait of US First Lady Melania Trump. In the image released in Black and White, Melania Trump is dressed in a suit, standing in front of a window with the Washington Monument in the rearview.
Donald Trump sworn-in as 47th President of United States
Washington, DC, January 20: Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States as during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. US Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath to Trump.
Donald Trump, Joe Biden arrives together to Capitol Rotunda for swearing-in ceremony
Washington, DC, January 20: President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing US President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday.
Privileged to represent PM Modi as Special Envoy at swearing-in ceremony of 47th President of USA: EAM S Jaishankar
New Delhi, January 20: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated it was a privilege to represent as Special Envoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Swearing-In Ceremony of the 47th President of the United States of America today (Monday local time) in Washington DC.
US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife at Blair House after attending church service
Washington, DC, January 20: US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, have arrived at Blair House, the President's guest house after attending church service alongside his family at St Johns Episcopal Church.
Donald Trump and family attend church service before inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: US President-elect Donald Trump and his family arrived at the St, Johns Episcopal Church to attend a church service ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.
I Love Trump: Excitement builds at Capitol One centre ahead of Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC, January 20: People expressed enthusiasm as they gathered outside the US Capitol Rotunda building, where US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is scheduled to be held Monday.
Japan and India have great responsibility for peace, Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs says
Washington DC, January 20: The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya said that Japan and India, sharing common fundamental values, have a great responsibility for peace and prosperity of the international society, a statement by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
Washington DC seals off streets for Donald Trump's inauguration crowds
Washington, Jan 20: US law enforcement personnel are on high alert and have closed many roads in Washington, DC, as the capital city prepares for an inflow of inauguration crowds.
Student from Hyderabad shot dead in Washington
Hyderabad, Jan 20: A 26-year-old student from Hyderabad was killed when unidentified assailants opened fire on him in Washington DC.
Nita, Mukesh Ambani pose for pictures at President-elect Trump's reception
Washington DC, January 20: Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation founder and chairperson Nita Ambani attended the private reception in Washington on Sunday.
Swearing-in, ball dance, and more- what is to happen at Trump's inauguration as US President
Washington DC, January 20: The stage is set for a grand ceremony leading up to US President-Elect Donald Trump's swearing-in on Monday. The events are set to begin with Trump's departure to St John's Church and offering of service. He will then go to the Blair House, The President's Guest House.
US Vice President-elect JD Vance, wife Usha makes stylish appearance in custom-designed attire at VP's dinner
Washington DC, January 20: In a glittering celebration of style and politics, Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife Usha hosted a spectacular dinner at the National Gallery of Art on Saturday evening, marking a significant prelude to the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Washington: EAM Jaishankar meets Japan, Australia's Foreign Ministers, discusses bilateral ties
Washington DC, January 20: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Washington DC.
Trump's swearing-in indoors may raise his protection, but with multifarious threats Washington takes no chances
New York, Jan 20: For the swearing-in of US President-elect Donald Trump, who has survived two assassination attempts, Washington is taking no chances mobilising a huge safety cordon of tens of thousands of personnel, putting miles of fences, installing vehicle barriers, and deploying helicopters and drones.
M3M MD Pankaj Bansal feels delighted to be part of Trump inauguration
Washington DC, January 19: Indian business leaders made a notable presence at the pre-swearing-in dinner for Donald Trump in Washington DC, ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. Pankaj Bansal, Managing Director of M3M Developers, was one among them.