Ramesh expressed dismay over the American establishment's special treatment of General Munir, given his past statements. Ramesh questioned the implications of such diplomatic engagements on India's relations with the US, especially considering Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire between
US President Donald Trump on Monday announced that Washington, D.C. will be "liberated" today, with the city's police department placed under federal control and the National Guard deployed to tackle crime, reported CNN.
This conversation comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with the US and other countries exploring ways to end the conflict. India has maintained a balanced approach, advocating for peaceful resolution while also strengthening ties with both Russia and Ukraine.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday had a telephone conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during which he reaffirmed India's steadfast and consistent position for the peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict and support for efforts aimed at restoration of peace.
Vice President Vance said the US wants to stop funding the Ukraine war and seek peace. He urged European countries to take greater responsibility for the conflict, ahead of President Trump's upcoming meeting with Russian President Putin to discuss a possible ceasefire.
Brazil's Ambassador Kenneth Felix Haczynski on Monday said they see the US administration's tariffs as a challenge, but at the same time, it is an opportunity to look for "trusted partners" to do more business.
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir threatened nuclear war against India. Defence expert Captain Anil Gaur said India is prepared to respond firmly and highlighted that Operation Sindoor is ongoing. He emphasized that India no longer seeks permission from any country before taking action.
South Korea's top chipmakers may escape the brunt of US President Donald Trump's proposed 100 per cent tariffs on imported semiconductors, after US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick clarified that companies investing in US manufacturing plants would be exempt.
Several semiconductor firms in Taiwan are approaching the third quarter with caution, despite traditionally Q3 being a high-demand period, as U.S. tariff moves cloud the industry outlook.
The US Federal Reserve will have to time its interest rate cuts carefully as new tariffs could push inflation higher next year, making policy choices over the next three to six months particularly crucial, according to a report by Union Bank of India.
Indian stock market opened almost flat on Monday as investors stayed cautious ahead of the highly anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin scheduled for the weekend.