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US dollar weakens amid concerns over trade tensions with China
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 24 (ANI): The US dollar on Friday (local time) fell sharply amid concerns over country's recent trade tensions with China which escalated after the latter said it would impose retaliatory tariffs on additional US products.
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US warship sails through Taiwan Strait amid trade tension with China
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 24 (ANI): In a move amid heightened tensions with Beijing over trade, the US Navy warship sailed through the waters of the strategic Taiwan Strait on Friday
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Trump vows retaliation against China's latest round of tariffs
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], Aug 23 (ANI): Re-escalating trade tensions, United States President Donald Trump on Friday pledged to retaliate against the latest round of tariff imposed by China on USD 75 billion worth of US goods.
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Rupee at 72 per dollar hits lowest level since December
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Aug 23 (ANI): The Indian rupee opened lower by 10 paise at 71.91 per US dollar on Friday as compared to its previous close of 71.81 against the greenback.
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Pak deploys SSG commandos along Sir Creek area in Gujarat
Updated : 6 years, 6 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Aug 21 (ANI): Amidst heightened tension between the two neighbours, the Pakistan Army has deployed its Special Service Group (SSG) commandos along the Sir Creek area in Gujarat.
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ITF to decide on Wednesday about India-Pakistan Davis Cup match
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Aug 20 (ANI): Amid brewing tensions between India and Pakistan, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) will discuss on Wednesday whether the Davis Cup tie between two neighbouring countries will be shifted to a neutral venue or not.
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IAF cautious and alert, says Air Chief BS Dhanoa amid Indo-Pak tensions
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Aug 20 (ANI): Amid tensions between India and Pakistan over the revocation of special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa on Tuesday said that the Air Force is "cautious and alert" to face any eventuality on the border.
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In conversation with Modi, Trump discusses developments in J-K
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Monday engaged in a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed regional developments while stressing on the urgency to reduce tensions in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Prince William, Kate Middleton likely to call off Pakistan visit
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Islamabad [Pakistan], Aug 19 (ANI): Prince William and wife Kate Middleton, who had plans of travelling to Pakistan later this year, might be taking a rain-check on their upcoming visit due to the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan.
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AICWA workers protest against Mika Singh
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], Aug 19 (ANI): Several members of the All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) got on the streets to protest outside singer Mika Singh's residence on Monday. This comes after the association issued an official notice seeking a ban on singer Mika Singh after his
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UN appeals for more help to alleviate Venezuela refugee crisis
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Aug 19 : The United Nations on Sunday appealed for more humanitarian aid for Venezuelan refugees pouring into neighbouring countries, where they are overwhelming social services and reportedly sparking local tensions.
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Karachi-based Cable Network seized for broadcasting Indian channels
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Islamabad [Pakistan], Aug 19 (ANI): Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has seized the operations of Karachi-based Garden Cable television network for broadcasting Indian channels that have been banned in the wake of tensions after New Delhi revoked Article 370 that gave s
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