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India warns NATO chief against ‘double standards’ on Russia oil trade
India has firmly rejected NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s warning of sanctions on countries trading with Russia, urging against “double standards” in global energy trade. “We are closely following the developments. Let me reiterate that securing the energy needs of our people is
South Korea sees job growth in June, but manufacturing and construction remain weak
South Korea added 183,000 new jobs in June, marking the sixth consecutive month of employment growth, according to Statistics Korea. The total number of employed people reached 29.09 million, continuing the recovery trend since a dip last December. The employment rate for those
CM Mohan Yadav to address investors in Spain, promote Madhya Pradesh opportunities
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to promote investment opportunities in his state during the ‘Invest in Madhya Pradesh’ forum in Madrid, Spain, on Wednesday. The Chief Minister, accompanied by his wife and a delegation of senior officials, arrived in Madrid
Trump urges trade partners to ‘keep working’ ahead of August 1 tariff deadline
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged countries engaged in trade talks with his administration to “just keep working hard” ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for steep reciprocal tariffs. His comments come amid intensified negotiations with countries like South Korea and Japan.
Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico starting August 1
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced 30 per cent tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, intensifying global trade tensions. In separate letters released on Truth Social, Trump said the tariffs aim to push both partners into renegotiating
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Apple names Indian-origin Sabih Khan as new Chief Operating Officer
Tech giant Apple has appointed Indian-origin executive Sabih Khan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking a major leadership shift as the company faces slowing iPhone sales and tariff-related challenges. Khan will succeed Jeff Williams, who is stepping down from the COO
Trump sends tariff letters, plans 25% duty on Japan and South Korea from August 1
U.S. President Donald Trump has begun sending formal tariff notices to foreign leaders, with Japan and South Korea first in line for a 25% tariff on goods imported into the United States starting August 1. The announcement was made via Trump’s Truth Social
US delays tariffs to August 1 as trade negotiations ramp up
The United States has postponed its proposed country-specific tariffs to August 1, giving nations like India more time to reach trade agreements with Washington. Initially slated to take effect on July 9, the delay signals a push from the Trump administration to conclude
India proves scale and speed can go together: FM Sitharaman in Rio
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, speaking at the ‘Governors Seminar’ in Rio de Janeiro, highlighted India’s ability to combine rapid development with inclusive and sustainable growth. She emphasized that India is not only leading its own transformation but also serving as a model for
BRICS must balance innovation with digital sovereignty for Global South
As BRICS prepares for its 2025 Summit in Rio de Janeiro (July 6–7), the expanded bloc—now including Indonesia, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE—faces a critical test: balancing innovation with digital sovereignty while reinforcing the Global South’s role in shaping the
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Trump warns Musk may leave US if EV subsidies end
U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting that Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk may be forced to “close up shop” and return to South Africa if electric vehicle (EV) subsidies are withdrawn. The comment came as part of an escalating
Jeff Bezos to wed Lauren Sanchez in extravagant Venice ceremony today
By IndoUS Tribune Staff Amazon founder and the world’s third-richest man, Jeff Bezos, is tying the knot with former journalist Lauren Sanchez today in Venice, Italy. The lavish celebration is reported to cost around ₹430 crore (approx. $51 million), as revealed by Veneto
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2 in 3 Indian MSMEs now digitally ready, says CMR report
A new report by CyberMedia Research (CMR) reveals that 67% of India’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are now digitally equipped, leveraging both core and advanced technologies to drive business outcomes. According to the report, Indian MSMEs are increasingly adopting tools like
Air India cuts international flights amid safety checks and airspace issues
Air India has announced a temporary reduction in select international services due to enhanced safety checks and ongoing airspace restrictions in the Middle East. These changes will be effective from 21 June 2025 to at least 15 July 2025, as the airline works
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US Fed may delay rate cuts until economy shows weakness
The US Federal Reserve is expected to wait for clear signs of economic slowdown—particularly in the labor market—before cutting interest rates, according to economists and industry experts. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) recently decided to hold the federal funds rate steady at