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Delta aircraft reports mid-air 'bang' during landing in Chicago amid July 4 fireworks

July 05, 2026 7:35 pm

Delta Flight firework incident saw Flight 1076 reportedly struck by a firework while landing at Chicago Midway Airport, with the aircraft touching down safely.

Over the past two decades, India has inducted several frontline American military platforms into its armed forces, significantly enhancing its airlift, maritime surveillance and combat capabilities. (AI-generated image/GIF)

From Cold War mistrust to Apaches and C-17s: India's defence ties with the US

July 05, 2026 5:13 pm

India-US defence ties have evolved into a major strategic partnership through military agreements, joint exercises, defence technology cooperation and the Quad, despite challenges over Russia.

Not just IT: How Indian firms quietly became a $40 billion force in America

July 04, 2026 9:27 pm

Following the reforms in the 1990s, major Indian conglomerates and technology firms started to look toward the American market in order to tap into Western markets.

From George Washington to Donald Trump, the White House has been home to 47 presidents who shaped America's politics, economy and global influence over 250 years. (Al-generated image/GIF)

List of US presidents: From George Washington to Donald Trump and their legacy

July 04, 2026 7:19 pm

Some presidents steered America through wars, economic crises and social upheaval. Others transformed the nation's economy, expanded civil rights, or redefined its role on the global stage.

America250: Trump says communism poses greater threat than World War II and 9/11

July 04, 2026 6:02 pm

Donald Trump has repeatedly invoked America's unique identity and culture, saying, "There has never been anything like this."

'We will not leave this nation': Mamdani's pro-immigrant speech on US's 250th birthday

July 04, 2026 7:05 am

Zohran Mamdani used the US's 250th birthday to honour the city's immigrant history, offering a pointed contrast to Donald Trump's own address at Mount Rushmore the same day.

America 250th Anniversary: Trump declares the dawn of a ‘golden age’ as crowds brave storms for 40-minute address

July 05, 2026 11:34 am

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would deliver a speech to mark the country's 250th anniversary on the National Mall "no matter what," as summer thunderstorms threatened to delay or disrupt the event.

America 250th anniversary: Why more Indian students than ever are choosing the US

July 05, 2026 2:19 pm

India surpassed every other nation to become a country that sends more students to the United States than any other.

People celebrate with the Red, White & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence, at Independence Mall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 2, 2026. (REUTERS)

America250 events: July 3-4 schedule, livestream and how to watch America's 250th birthday

July 03, 2026 7:53 pm

America 250 will be organising some of the largest celebrations on July 3 and July 4 to commemorate this historic occasion in American history.

On July 4, 2026, the United States turns 250. (Photo: AI-Generated)

America turns 250: Biggest July 4 celebrations, fireworks and cities to visit in 2026

July 04, 2026 4:42 am

Millions of visitors are expected to travel across the United States for the once-in-a-generation celebrations, with major events ranging from Tall Ships and military parades to concerts, fireworks and historical reenactments.