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Global trade faces crossroads in 2026 as tariffs, AI and new deals reshape
Updated : 1 month ago IST
After a volatile yet resilient 2025, the outlook for the coming year is marked by a tension between rising trade barriers and the emergence of new bridges. US tariff policy remains a central source of uncertainty, particularly with sector-specific duties under Section 232 expected to stay
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Trump renews hard-line Iran stance, says war must end as 'armada' heads to
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Trump warned Iran with fresh military deployments while signalling openness to talks, claiming Tehran wants a deal. He said US strikes "obliterated" Iran's nuclear facilities and confirmed consultations on possible further action as tensions remain high.
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Canadian PM Mark Carney pushes back on claims he softened Davos remarks af
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected claims he softened his Davos remarks after speaking with US President Donald Trump, reaffirming his stance on global trade and middle-power cooperation while addressing tariff tensions, China trade, and upcoming talks with India.
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Starmer embarks on China visit as UK seeks reset in ties amid US tensions
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
It marks the first visit by a UK prime minister to China in eight years and is being closely watched in capitals from Beijing to Washington.
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"Remain optimistic despite many tensions, conflicts": Austrian Ambassador
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, he said, "I believe it will still take some time until the legal scrapping is completed, and we have all the details of the agreement. However, we anticipate that trade and investment will increase significantly, as both sides currently face tariffs and non-tariff barriers t
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent slams EU-India trade deal, says Europe 'fund
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Europe of indirectly funding the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Indian-refined fuel made from Russian oil, defended US tariffs on India, and said Indian crude purchases have dropped, suggesting a possible path to easing tariffs.
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UAE reiterates it will not allow airspace or territory to be used for atta
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
In an official statement posted on X, the UAE Foreign Ministry said the country remains committed to "not allowing its airspace, territory, or waters to be used in any hostile military actions against Iran, and to not providing any logistical support in this regard."
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JKSA writes to MEA seeking urgent intervention over passport withholding,
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The Association highlighted a convergence of serious concerns, including the continued withholding of students' passports by university authorities, coercive academic practices amid an unfolding crisis, and rapidly escalating regional and geopolitical tensions, which have together left In
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"Would request PM Modi to show his strong resolve": Goshamahal MLA Raja Si
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Emphasising that Hindus living in Bangladesh should be considered part of India, Raja Singh said the Prime Minister has a responsibility to protect them. He claimed that Bangladesh was once part of India and asserted that India's role was instrumental in its separation from Pakistan.
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"Talk to him": Tharoor on former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad's "no inter
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor declined to comment on controversial remarks made by former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad against the party leadership, saying it was not appropriate to discuss such matters publicly.
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"China will eat Canada alive": Trump threatens 100% tariffs if Ottawa stri
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Referring to the Canadian Prime Minister as "Governor," Trump said the United States would impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian goods should Ottawa deepen trade ties with Beijing.
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Medical students' body urges embassy intervention as Indian students remai
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Amid escalating unrest in Iran, AIMSA has urged the Indian Embassy in Tehran to help Indian students return home as passports remain withheld. The appeal comes as protests, internet shutdowns and a violent crackdown fuel renewed tensions between Iran and the United States.
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