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"Indian intransigence" about opening its markets to American products, say
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Following Washington's 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods coming into effect earlier on Wednesday, US National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett noted India's "intransigence" to open its markets to American products while describing the current India-US relationship as a "complicat
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"At the end of the day, we will come together": US Treasury Secy on trade
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Following Washington's 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods coming into effect earlier on Wednesday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed optimism about resolving trade tensions with India, stating, "at the end of the day, we (India and the US) will come together."
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Trump says he warned Pakistan on trade, spoke with "very terrific" PM Modi
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump reiterated that he intervened to prevent a nuclear clash between India and Pakistan during tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor earlier this year, recalling his conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a White House cabinet mee
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Lula condemns US over revocation of Brazilian justice minister's visa
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Brazil's President Lula da Silva condemned the US for revoking Justice Minister Ricardo Lewandowski's visa, calling it "irresponsible." The move escalates tensions as the US, under President Donald Trump, continues to pressure Brazil over the trial of former president Jair Bolsonaro and impo
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"Somebody is not very happy with you": Fiji PM Rabuka on PM Modi amid US t
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Fijian PM Sitiveni Rabuka praised PM Modi's ability to handle pressure after the US imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods.
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"We're going to get along," says Trump, allowing 600,000 Chinese students
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump said 600,000 Chinese students will be allowed to study in American colleges, calling it "very important." His remarks, made amid trade talks with Beijing, signal a possible easing of tensions after tariffs and restrictions strained U.S.-China relations.
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Tensions flare in Himachal Assembly as Revenue Minister, Opposition trade
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The uproar began when Negi, speaking under a point of order, attempted to raise an issue. Opposition members protested loudly, prompting the Speaker to adjourn the House for a brief period.
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PoGB: Tensions rise as traders protest at Sost point on CPEC
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Tensions are running high in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), where traders have intensified a sit-in protest at the Sost point, a strategic hub on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Led by local trade unions and supported by residents, the movement seeks to challenge wha
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"Tariffs are obstacle to free trade"says deputy envoy of Germany
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Georg Enzweiler, Deputy Head of Mission, German Embassy in India, said that Germany would always be in favour of reducing tariffs to the minimum levels, reacting to the reciprocal tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
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US President Trump signs proclamation honoring Abbey Gate victims on 4th a
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Trump marked the four-year anniversary of the Abbey Gate bombing, blaming the prior administration's withdrawal, and signed a proclamation honoring victims' families. He linked the chaos to Russia-Ukraine tensions, discussed veterans' care, trade deals, Oval Office changes, and proposed r
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Trump highlights role in inter-Korean relations, recalls 2018 Winter Olymp
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump, in a bilateral meeting with South Korea's President, praised his good relationship with Kim Jong Un and credited South Korea for successfully managing North Korea's participation in the 2018 Winter Olympics, highlighting improved inter-Korean cooperation and his
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Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora reviews functioning of Mohali Hitech Metal C
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Minister assured the stakeholders that their concerns including the release of the pending instalment of industry contribution to PSIEC, removal of the 66 KVA High Tension Tower obstructing further expansion, and the operationalization of the Mohali Skill Development Centre to train skil
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