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Resolution seeking probe into Stan Swamy's death introduced in US Congress

Resolution seeking probe into Stan Swamy's death introduced in US Congress

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

A resolution commemorating the life of Indian human rights defender Father Stan Swamy and seeking an independent investigation into the death of the Jesuit priest has been introduced in the US Congress, Congressman Juan Vargas has said.

US lawmakers seek to hold Trump accountable for Capitol storming

US lawmakers seek to hold Trump accountable for Capitol storming

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

McGovern brought to the House Floor H. Res. 24, the article of impeachment against Trump. The article charges the President with 'Incitement of Insurrection' for his actions on January 6, 2021, when he delivered a speech inciting his supporters to lay siege to the United States Capitol.

Congressmen press Obama to discuss religious freedom with Modi

Congressmen press Obama to discuss religious freedom with Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

A group of 11 American lawmakers has written to President Barack Obama to discuss the issue of religious freedom in India with visiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during their meetings at the White House.

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

EU lawmakers to visit Kashmir; briefed by PM, NSA

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Modi told the delegation that urgent action was needed against those supporting and sponsoring terrorism.