US Senate takes symbolic stand against Trump’s Canada tariffs
In a symbolic rebuke of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, the US Senate passed a resolution opposing some of his levies on Canada. The vote saw four Republicans break ranks with their party to support the measure introduced by Democrats. A symbolic but unlikely
US markets and dollar fall after Trump’s new tariffs
US markets plunged to a two-year low on Thursday following President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from more than 100 countries. The US dollar also weakened, reflecting market uncertainty. Stock market reaction By noon, the US stock market’s market cap had fallen
China imposes 34% tariffs on US imports amid escalating trade war
China has announced an additional 34% tariff on all US imports, effective April 10, in response to the United States’ reciprocal tariffs on Chinese exports. The decision, declared by the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council, marks a sharp escalation in the
India and Thailand to strengthen ties for mutual growth
India and Thailand have elevated their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, reinforcing cooperation in defense, trade, security, connectivity, and emerging industries. The partnership aims to create mutually beneficial opportunities while addressing global and regional challenges. The Joint Declaration on the India-Thailand Strategic
PM Modi’s positive remarks, expresses willingness to work with India
China has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent “positive remarks” on China-India relations, affirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and implementing the consensus reached by the leaders of both countries. In a recent conversation with US-based podcaster Lex Fridman, PM Modi emphasized
US Intel chief vows to defeat Islamist terrorism ideology
US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard, during her visit to India for the Raisina Dialogue, highlighted the United States’ strong commitment to defeating the ideology behind Islamist terrorism and addressing the persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Gabbard
Bangladesh workers protest in Dhaka over unpaid wages
Hundreds of workers in Bangladesh blocked the Dhaka-Tangail and Dhaka-Mymensingh highways at the Bhogra Bypass intersection in Gazipur on Monday, protesting against unpaid wages. The protests caused heavy traffic congestion, affecting local commuters. The protesters claimed that over 300 workers had not received
PM Modi meets Tulsi Gabbard, gifts Ganga water
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met United States Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard in New Delhi on Monday, where they exchanged gifts and discussed strategic issues. PM Modi presented Gabbard with holy Ganga water from the Maha Kumbh and a handcrafted mala. “This is the
PM Modi joins Trump-owned Truth Social
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday joined US President Donald Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, after Trump shared a video link to Modi’s podcast with US-based podcaster and computer scientist Lex Fridman. Responding to Trump’s post, PM Modi expressed gratitude and welcomed
Moscow to participate in Smart Cities India Expo 2025
A Russian delegation from the Government of Moscow will participate in the Smart Cities India Expo 2025, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from March 19 to 21. The Department for External Economic and International Relations of Moscow confirmed that the delegation
Sindh protests surge against Indus canal project
Several rallies and processions were held across Pakistan’s Sindh province on Monday, protesting the federal government’s canal project on the Indus River. Activists, political party members, civil society groups, trade unions, and literary associations have united in opposing the construction of six new
Ireland focuses on fostering deeper research collaborations with India
James Lawless, Ireland’s Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, highlighted the growing ties between India and Ireland, particularly in higher education, technology, and business partnerships. Lawless is leading a high-level delegation to New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai to deepen
Guterres urges India, Pakistan to work together on terrorism concerns
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on India and Pakistan to work together to address their concerns over international terrorism, according to his Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq. “It’s important for all of the countries, including India and Pakistan, to work together to deal
Rubio follows through on Trump’s vision on Bangladesh minorities
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is following through with President Donald Trump’s “vision” on minority rights in Bangladesh, State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said when asked about Trump’s pre-election statement on the issue. Speaking at a briefing in Washington on Monday, Bruce
Zelensky, Macron hold phone talks ahead of Trump-Putin conversation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he spoke by phone with French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of an upcoming conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We coordinated our positions ahead of the conversation between President Trump and Putin and
Yemen warns maritime routes at risk under Houthi control
Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council head Rashad Al-Alimi has warned that maritime routes will continue to be a source of regional tension as long as Houthi forces maintain control over Yemen’s coastal territories. Al-Alimi made the statement during a meeting with French Ambassador to
Trump to release 80,000 pages of unredacted JFK assassination files
US President Donald Trump announced that he will release 80,000 pages of unredacted files related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy (JFK) on Tuesday. “We’re going to be releasing the JFK files, and that would be tomorrow,” Trump told reporters
US rejects French politician’s call to return Statue of Liberty
The United States has firmly rejected a call by French politician Raphael Glucksmann to return the Statue of Liberty to France, dismissing his remarks as politically motivated and unnecessary. Glucksmann, a centre-left politician, recently suggested that France should take back the iconic statue,
Adani Electricity wins Gold HR Excellence Award 2024 at Brandon Hall
Adani Electricity announced on Monday that it has earned global recognition by winning the prestigious Gold Award at the Brandon Hall HR Excellence Awards 2024 held in Florida, US. The company secured the award in the ‘Best Leadership Development Programme’ category for its
Trump shares PM Modi’s podcast on Truth Social
US President Donald Trump on Monday shared Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s three-hour-long podcast with US-based podcaster Lex Fridman on his social media platform, Truth Social. In the podcast, PM Modi spoke about his strong relationship with Trump, highlighting their mutual trust and shared