US tariffs spark criticism and economic concerns in Germany
US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has drawn criticism and concern in Germany, with fears of economic fallout and rising consumer costs. On Saturday, Trump ordered a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and
Latin American bloc backs Mexico against US accusations of interference
Member countries of the Latin American bloc ALBA-TCP have expressed solidarity with Mexico while rejecting what they describe as “slander and interference” from the United States. In a statement, the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People’s Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) dismissed accusations
‘Deeply saddened, we stand in solidarity with US’, PM Modi expresses grief on Washington DC plane collision
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the tragic plane-helicopter collision in Washington DC, offering solidarity with the people of the United States. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the tragic collision
Three victims of US plane crash had Russian passports, identity of fourth being checked: Russian Foreign Ministry
Moscow has confirmed that three Russians were among the 67 victims of the tragic plane crash in the United States on Wednesday night. The crash involved an American Eagle passenger jet, which collided mid-air with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter, making it
US DoJ indictment against Adani a ‘strategic blunder,’ risks damaging India-US ties: Forbes article
The US Department of Justice’s (DoJ) indictment of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani is a strategic blunder with severe geopolitical consequences, leading American publication Forbes has said. In an article titled “The US Harms The West’s Alliances With A Far-Flung Indictment In India”, the
First deportees land in Colombia from US
Two Colombian Aerospace Force planes carrying migrants deported from the United States landed late Tuesday in Colombia’s capital, Bogota, as confirmed by Colombian President Gustavo Petro. The deported nationals were picked up from Houston, Texas, and San Diego, California, following instructions from Petro.
Israeli PM to visit US for discussion on Gaza truce deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Washington next week at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, according to a statement from Netanyahu’s office. Trump has invited Netanyahu to “a meeting at the White House on February 4,” said the statement.
PM Modi & President Trump discuss ‘mutually beneficial’ ties (Lead)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, reaffirming their commitment to a ‘mutually beneficial and trusted partnership.’ “Delighted to speak with my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump @POTUS,” PM Modi wrote on X. The Prime Minister congratulated President Trump
Tahawwur Rana not yet on plane to India, US ‘evaluating’ options
The United States’ State Department is “evaluating next steps” regarding the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India, a decision upheld last week by the country’s Supreme Court. This clears the way for Rana to finally face justice for his alleged role in the
US-based AI company Perplexity submits revised bid for TikTok: Report
US-based artificial intelligence (AI) company Perplexity has reportedly submitted a revised proposal to merge with the Chinese short-form video platform TikTok. Last week, US President Donald Trump signed an executive action that delays the enforcement of the nationwide TikTok ban in the US
Colombia buckles: Trump shows how tariff threats will work if nations shun illegal migrants’ deportation
As the US escalates its campaign to round up illegal migrants and deport them on military planes, it overcame opposition from Colombia through threats of tariffs, offering a preview of how President Donald Trump will enforce his campaign promise. After Colombia initially refused
U.S. Senate Confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA Director
The U.S. Senate has confirmed John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence (DNI), as the next Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) under President Donald Trump. On Thursday, the Senate voted 74-25 to approve Ratcliffe’s nomination. He had previously served as Trump’s
Homelessness in the USA: A crisis affecting 38 million people
By: Ashwani Mahajan Homelessness in the United States has reached alarming levels, with approximately 38 million people struggling to secure basic necessities such as food, clothing, and housing. For these individuals, life is a daily battle for survival, often spent on the streets,
Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship: Global repercussions and implications for India
By: Dr. Avi Verma In a move that has sparked widespread controversy, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending birthright citizenship for children born to non-citizens and undocumented immigrants in the United States. The order, effective February 19, reinterprets the 14th
US Congress passes Laken Riley Act as Donald Trump begins crackdown on immigrants
The Republican-controlled US Congress handed President Donald Trump an early win in his crackdown on illegal immigration on Wednesday, passing a bill to expand pretrial detention for foreign criminal suspects, media reported. This will mark President Trump’s first piece of legislation to be
Mexico, US in formal talks on bilateral issues, says Mexican Prez Sheinbaum
Mexico and the US have begun formal talks on bilateral issues, including immigration and security, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced. The talks started on Tuesday after newly-appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called his Mexican counterpart, Juan Ramon de la Fuente, according
US senators, envoy nominee raise concerns over China’s rising clout at UN
US Senators and the nominee for US ambassador to the United Nations have expressed concerns over China’s increasing influence at the world body, particularly through the use of money to gain votes and efforts to place more of its nationals in key positions.
‘Looking forward to working together on outcome oriented agenda’ EAM Jaishankar on meeting with US NSA Michael Waltz in Washington
India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met the newly-appointed US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz in Washington D.C. on Tuesday and expressed his eagerness to work together on an active, outcome-oriented agenda. Before meeting with NSA Waltz, EAM Jaishankar also held talks
Quad to be force for global good: S. Jaishankar in US
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar participated in the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday, discussing “different dimensions” of ensuring a free and prosperous Indo-Pacific. He tweeted that “Quad will continue to be a force of global good.” In addition
Trump announces US withdrawal from World Health Organisation
President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he is withdrawing the US from the World Health Organisation, a significant move cutting ties with the United Nation’s public health agency on his first day in office. Trump has long been critical of the WHO,