US and Australia sign critical minerals deal to counter China’s dominance
Washington, Oct 21 (IANS) — The United States and Australia have signed a landmark critical minerals agreement aimed at securing rare earth supply chains and reducing dependence on China, which recently announced new export controls on rare earths, magnets, and related materials. The
US clarifies $100,000 H-1B visa fee, exempts current holders
In a significant clarification, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that the newly imposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee will not apply to existing visa holders, renewals, or status changes within the country. The decision comes as a major relief for
Trump confirms meeting with Xi Jinping in South Korea amid rising trade tensions
US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed plans to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea in the coming weeks, ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit scheduled to begin at the end of October. The announcement comes amid escalating trade tensions
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India’s economic fundamentals remain strong with steady growth, says IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reaffirmed confidence in India’s economic resilience, describing the country’s fundamentals as “pretty strong,” with robust growth, moderating inflation, and a well-managed fiscal deficit. “India continues to be the fastest-growing major economy. We have India going at 6.6% this
Trump Threatens Cooking Oil Ban as China Halts U.S. Soybean Purchases
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to halt cooking oil imports from China following Beijing’s decision to stop buying American soybeans, escalating tensions in the ongoing trade dispute between the two nations. Trump labeled China’s soybean boycott as an “economically hostile act”
IMF Raises India’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 6.6% Despite US Tariff Hikes
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s growth projection upward to 6.6 per cent for 2025, reflecting the country’s strong economic momentum despite recent US tariff increases on Indian imports. The latest Global Economic Outlook report highlights that India’s robust performance in
China slams US’ 100% tariffs as ‘double standards,’ vows prudent export control
China on Sunday strongly criticized the United States’ decision to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports, calling Washington’s actions a reflection of “double standards.” Beijing said it would continue enforcing its export control measures “prudently and moderately,” maintaining what it called
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India pushes for faster FTA progress with EU as Commerce Secretary heads to Brussels
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal is set to visit Brussels later this week to accelerate negotiations on the proposed India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Tuesday. Agrawal will meet Sabine Weyand, Director General for Trade at the
India to highlight clean energy achievements at G20 Energy Meeting in South Africa
Union Power Minister Manohar Lal will represent India at the G20 Energy Transitions Ministerial Meeting, scheduled to be held in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, from October 7 to 10. The high-level meeting, hosted under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, will bring together energy leaders
FM Nirmala Sitharaman meets US delegation to discuss geopolitical developments and India-US interests
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday met with a US delegation led by Walter Russell Mead, distinguished fellow at the Hudson Institute, to discuss ongoing geopolitical developments and matters of mutual interest between India and the United States. The meeting, held in
India and Qatar agree to strengthen trade and investment ties
India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a “fruitful” meeting with his Qatar counterpart Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani in Doha on Monday to deepen bilateral trade and investment relations. Goyal, who co-chaired the India-Qatar Ministerial Joint Commission on
Trump, Lula hold ‘very good’ call amid tariff tensions, plan to meet soon
US President Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held a “very good” phone conversation on Monday, signaling potential thaw in relations strained by recent trade disputes. Trump announced on Truth Social that the two leaders discussed economic and trade
Piyush Goyal urges Indian businesses to unlock full potential of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Startup India’ in Qatar
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday urged Indian entrepreneurs to fully leverage flagship initiatives like ‘Make in India’ and ‘Startup India’ to deepen economic ties between India and Qatar. During an interaction with the Indian business delegation in Doha, Goyal
India, EU open 14th round of free trade agreement talks in Brussels
India and the European Union on Monday launched the 14th round of negotiations for the long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in Brussels, aiming to finalize a deal by the end of 2025. The latest round of talks, extending over five days, will be
India, EU eye trade deal in three months amid US tariff offensive
By: Indo-US Tribune News Desk India and the European Union are working toward finalizing a comprehensive trade pact within the next three months, with negotiators expressing optimism about resolving key differences over agriculture, sustainability, and market access. The talks have gained fresh momentum
Bill Gates hails India’s innovation as a model for the Global South
Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India as a global innovation leader, emphasizing that the country’s scalable, low-cost technologies hold immense potential to transform lives across the Global South. Speaking at an event in Seattle organized by the Indian Consulate General in partnership
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PM Modi warns of illegal immigration as ISI plots Rohingya infiltration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again highlighted the dangers of illegal immigration, stressing the threat to India’s national security during the RSS centenary celebrations. He had also raised the issue during his Independence Day address, underlining the risks of demographic changes and