India auto tariffs at 70%, Trump claims over 100%
President Donald Trump has reiterated his threat of reciprocal tariffs, claiming that India imposes auto tariffs exceeding 100%, despite India reducing its highest rate to 70%. “India charges auto tariffs higher than 100%,” Trump stated during his address to a joint session of
Trump announces terrorist capture, thanks Pakistan for help
President Donald Trump has announced the capture of Mohammad Sharifullah, the terrorist responsible for the deadly suicide bombing during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. He credited Pakistan for its role in the arrest. Speaking before a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, Trump
Trump’s US tariffs spark global trade war as nations retaliate
U.S. President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports took effect Tuesday, igniting fears of a North American trade war and broader global economic instability. Trump defended the tariff hikes, citing fentanyl trafficking, illegal immigration, and trade imbalances as primary reasons.
Trump confirms 25% tariffs on Mexican, Canadian imports starting Tuesday
U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed that his administration will impose a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports starting Tuesday, marking the beginning of a new trade conflict. Speaking at the White House, Trump defended the move, stating that the U.S. had
Australia open to sending peacekeeping troops to Ukraine: Albanese
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated on Tuesday that his government is open to considering the deployment of Australian peacekeeping troops to Ukraine as part of ongoing international discussions. Speaking at a press conference in Sydney, Albanese reaffirmed Australia’s support for Ukraine, highlighting
Development in PoK driven by China, not Pakistan: Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Tuesday that the development seen in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is primarily driven by China, with Pakistan playing little to no role in its progress. His statement came after heated exchanges between National Conference (NC)
Tejashwi Yadav to challenge Nitish government in Bihar Assembly
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, is gearing up to confront the Nitish Kumar-led government over key issues like unemployment, migration, and what he calls a “hollow” state Budget. Tejashwi has vowed to “expose”
David Warner makes Telugu film debut with Robinhood cameo
Australian cricketer David Warner has made his acting debut with a cameo in the upcoming Telugu action film Robinhood, directed by Venky Kudumula and starring Nithiin in the lead role. Producer Y Ravi Shankar revealed Warner’s cameo at a recent promotional event for
PM Modi congratulates Austria’s new Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Christian Stocker on being sworn in as Austria’s new Federal Chancellor and expressed his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. Stocker took office at Hofburg on Monday, leading a coalition government amid political challenges. Modi, in a post on
India calls for ‘genuine updates’ in Human Rights Council global report
At the 58th regular session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Arindam Bagchi, criticized the High Commissioner’s global update, calling for more accuracy and fairness in its assessment of India. Bagchi dismissed concerns raised
Wanted to Relieve Pressure on President Pezeshkian, Says Iranian VP After Resignation
Iranian Vice President Javad Zarif, who resigned on Sunday night for the second time since his appointment in August last year, stated that his decision was aimed at easing pressure on President Masoud Pezeshkian’s administration. In a post on X, Zarif revealed that
India vs Australia: Fans hopeful for Champions Trophy win
As India prepares to face Australia in the Champions Trophy semifinal, fans are eagerly anticipating a high-stakes clash, hoping for redemption after the 2023 Cricket World Cup final loss. With memories of the heartbreaking defeat still fresh, supporters are confident that Team India
UNSC president hopeful for Ukraine breakthrough
UN Security Council (UNSC) President Christina Markus Lassen expressed optimism for a potential breakthrough in efforts to end the Ukraine war. Lassen, Denmark’s Permanent Representative, who assumed the Council presidency on Monday, said, “There’s hope for some kind of breakthrough in the peace
US pauses aid to Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has halted all aid to Ukraine while assessing President Volodymyr Zelensky’s commitment to ending the war with Russia, according to multiple US media reports. Fox News, citing unidentified officials, reported that an official order is imminent. Trump is expected
ICJ elects Japanese Judge Iwasawa Yuji as new president
Japanese Judge Iwasawa Yuji has been elected as the new president of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands. He replaces Nawaf Salam, who resigned in January before completing his term. The ICJ announced on Monday that Iwasawa was elected
EAM Jaishankar to visit UK, Ireland from March 4
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar (EAM) is set to visit the United Kingdom and Ireland from March 4-9, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday. “India and the UK share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has strengthened across diverse
Australia’s Deputy PM meets Mahant Swami Maharaj in Melbourne
Richard Marles, the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, recently met Mahant Swami Maharaj at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Cranbourne, Melbourne. The visit signifies the strengthening cultural and spiritual bonds between Australia and India, while also recognizing the contributions of the BAPS Swaminarayan
J&K budget session symbolizes people’s power, says L-G Sinha
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called the 2025 budget session a historic moment, as it is the first in seven years to be presented by an elected government in the Union Territory. Addressing the J&K Legislative Assembly, he emphasized that this
Champions Trophy: Connolly replaces injured Short in Australia squad
Spin-bowling all-rounder Cooper Connolly has been officially approved as a replacement for injured opener Matthew Short in Australia’s squad for the ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy. Short sustained a left quadriceps injury during Australia’s rain-affected Group B match against Afghanistan, ruling him out of
India becomes world’s 3rd largest biofuel producer
India has emerged as the third-largest biofuel producer globally, reinforcing its commitment to clean energy and sustainability, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Monday. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Puri highlighted that India achieved a 19.6% ethanol