Bolsonaro, Trump: A tale of populists and two capital city riots
There are parallels between the events of Jan 6, 2021 and Jan 8, 2023, as well as leaders of the two mobs: Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro
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Democrats, seeing a weaker Trump, are falling in line behind Biden
“I don’t hear any chatter of anybody considering taking him on in our party, and I think for good reason,” Murphy said. “What I see is a guy who’s still on top of his game.”
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New Trump book features letters from foreign leaders, celebs
“Letters to Trump” includes private correspondence with former presidents including Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Richard Nixon, along with celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Michael Jackson
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New Air Force One: What changes and why in the US President’s aircraft
US President Joe Biden has decided to stay with the blue-and-white colour over his predecessor Donald Trump’s choice of red-blue-white livery for the future Air Force One.
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Donald Trump, stone-faced, pleads not guilty to criminal charges
Prosecutors state in a 34-count felony indictment that Trump conspired to illegally influence the 2016 presidential election through hush money payments to two women, including a porn performer, who said they had sexual encounters with him.
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Title 42 is ending at the U.S.-Mexico border. What is it and what happens now?
The COVID restrictions, known as Title 42, were first implemented under Republican then-President Donald Trump in March 2020. It allowed border agents to rapidly expel many migrants to Mexico.
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Trump-appointed judge in documents case had key decision reversed
Trump, the front-runner for the Republican nomination for the presidency in 2024, was indicted on Thursday for illegally retaining classified documents and obstructing justice.
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As a former POTUS goes on criminal trial, do not let these legal terms Trump you
With Donald Trump becoming the second American president to be taken custody by the authorities on criminal charges, here is an effort to decipher at least 10 legal terms that you are sure to encounter in the process.
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Express View on US politics: The Vivek Ramaswamy test
India-origin dark horse for Republican nomination is making waves. His entry provides insight into post-Trump politics
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Will slap reciprocal tax on India tax if voted to power, says Trump
During his first term as the US president, Donald Trump had described India as a “tariff king” and in May 2019, terminated India's preferential market access to the United States
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Ramaswamy calls his differences with Trump “very small”: Report
Speaking to Fox News on Friday about his policy differences with Trump, his fellow Republican rival in the race for the party's nomination next year, Ramaswamy, a multimillionaire biotech entrepreneur, said he and Trump were “the two ‘America-first' candidates” in the race.
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Expresso Top National and International Headlines of the Week on 2 September 2023
Weekly News Roundup: Adani Group's offshore shell companies link, Indian Parliament's special session announcement, Trump's not guilty plea in Georgia election case, Belgian asylum shelter ban for single men, and more.
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Hasan Minhaj ‘lies’: Would America care if he wasn’t a minority?
Having spent several years in the US as a student during the Donald Trump presidency, I know it’s not easy to have a discussion on identity. But social and economic injustice are common enough; perhaps Minhaj doesn’t have to resort to exaggerating his experiences if he can instead shine a light on real stories
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Donald Trump decries ‘political warfare’ in NY business fraud case
The former U.S. president, like his two adult sons who testified last week, will likely face pointed questions about the questionable accounting practices that Judge Arthur Engoron has already ruled to be fraudulent.
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Arvind Kejriwal makes a play for sympathy, but is jail the trump card he hopes it is?
What happens to the AAP will have a bearing on its own prospects and the showing that the INDIA alliance makes in the 2024 elections
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Joe Biden mocks Donald Trump during California fundraising trip
Trump said on Tuesday that he will not become a dictator if he becomes U.S. president again, except "on day one."
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Binder with top-secret Russia intelligence missing since end of Trump term: Source
The Russia intelligence was included with other documents in a binder that Trump directed the CIA to send to the White House just before he left office so he could declassify materials related to the FBI probe of Russian interference in the 2016 vote, the source said.
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Trump’s disqualification will not stem the right-wing wave
The most recent polls show that he is neck-and-neck with Joe Biden. How does the centre hold when the extremes become mainstream?
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In a huff, Trump walks out on lawyer’s closing at defamation trial before jury begins deliberations
The final remarks from the lawyers come a day after Trump managed to sneak past a federal judge’s rules severely limiting what he could say during his turn on the witness stand, which wound up lasting just 3 minutes. He left fuming that he hadn’t been given an opportunity to refute Carroll’s sexual abuse accusations.
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Trump will face his greatest fears as two legal threats coincide Monday
The hearing in his Manhattan criminal prosecution — in which he is accused of covering up a sex scandal to pave his way to the presidency — comes as he races to fend off a financial crisis arising from a $454 million judgment in another case.
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Trump urges Israel to ‘finish up’ its Gaza offensive and warns about global support fading
Soon after the attack in which Hamas militants killed 1,200 people and took 250 hostages, Trump denounced Netanyahu for allegedly letting him down while he was in the White House.
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President Joe Biden is lapping Donald Trump when it comes to campaign cash - and he’ll need it
Not only has Biden aimed to show himself off as a fundraising juggernaut this month, but his campaign is also making significant early investments both on the ground and on the airwaves — hoping to create a massive organisational advantage that leaves Republican Donald Trump scrambling to catch up.
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Trump may face a $100 million-plus tax bill if he loses IRS audit fight over Chicago tower: Report
The report's findings could put renewed focus on Trump's business career as the presumptive Republican nominee tries to regain the White House after losing in 2020.
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Trump prosecutor focuses on ‘cover-up’ in closing arguments while defense attacks key witness
The trial featured allegations that Trump and his allies conspired to stifle potentially embarrassing stories during the 2016 presidential campaign through hush money payments , including to a porn actor who alleged that she and Trump had sex a decade earlier.
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Trump, in his first post-trial rally, demands that appeals courts reverse his felony conviction
Trump is expected to appeal last month's conviction on all 34 charges in his New York hush money trial, in which he became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes.
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Polls suggest Labour’s Keir Starmer to trump Rishi Sunak, ‘Farage effect’ on UK election
Data suggests that Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is poised to become the Prime Minister in the upcoming election and would continue on the post for another term as well.
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Trump to undergo probation interview Monday, a required step before his New York sentencing
The usual purpose of a pre-sentencing probation interview is to prepare a report that will tell the judge more about the defendant, and potentially help determine the proper punishment for the crime.
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In Las Vegas, Trump appeals to local workers and avoids talk of conviction
“I got no teleprompters, and I haven’t from the beginning,” Trump said after speaking for roughly 15 minutes, though his speech included excerpts from prepared remarks that his campaign had provided to reporters. “That probably means we’ll make a better speech now.”
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Biden visits a military cemetery in France that Trump once snubbed
The cemetery flap came during a trip in November 2018 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I.
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Hush money gag order stifles campaign speech: Donald Trump’s lawyers
Before the trial began in April, Justice Juan Merchan issued the order after prosecutors argued Trump's history of making threatening statements showed he could derail proceedings.
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Trump, in pitch to Black voters in Detroit, casts Biden as anti-Black
Donald Trump’s visit was part of a larger effort by his campaign to chip away at Democrats’ traditional support among Black voters as he seeks to reverse his 2020 loss to Joe Biden.
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Trump holds rally in Wisconsin city where his promises of new jobs fell short
The Republican former president was in this largely working-class, lakeside city in 2018 to celebrate what was expected to be a $10 billion investment by Taiwanese technology group Foxconn.
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Foreign college graduates should automatically get green cards: Trump
A green card, also known as a permanent resident card, allows individuals to live and work permanently in the United States and is a path to citizenship.
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What to Know About the Trump-Biden Debates
The debate will start at 9 p.m. Eastern time and run for 90 minutes with two commercial breaks. The candidates’ microphones will be muted when it is not their turn to speak, meeting another requirement from the Biden campaign.
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US Teamsters president to speak at Republican Convention in Milwaukee
Trump said the Teamsters president, Sean O'Brien, had 'accepted my invitation to speak at the RNC Convention in Milwaukee.'
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Trump will address influential evangelicals who back him but want to see a national abortion ban
Trump's stated opposition to signing a nationwide ban on abortion and his reluctance to detail some of his views on the issue are at odds with many members of the evangelical movement.
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US election body gives Trump another 45 days for personal financial disclosures
Trump had initially been due to report on his personal financial situation to the Federal Election Commission on May 15 but was granted an extension until July 1 on request.
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Biden-Trump presidential debate: When and where to watch
President Joe Biden, 81, and former President Donald Trump, 78, are currently neck-and-neck in national opinion polls, with less than five months remaining until the November 5 election.
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Trump insults Prez Biden with “Bidenica” ad video ahead of presidential debate
As both candidates prepare to take the stage in Atlanta, Trump shared a video branding US President Biden as boring.
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New Jersey to hold hearing on 2 Trump golf course liquor licenses following felony convictions
The license for a third Trump-owned golf course, in Pine Hill, has been renewed by the municipality, the state said.
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Biden hits fundraising trail in show of strength after dismal debate performance
Biden told a rally in North Carolina on Friday he intended to defeat Republican rival Donald Trump in the November presidential election, giving no sign he would heed calls from Democrats who want him to drop out of the race.
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Trump-backed challenger beats US House Republican Bob Good in Virginia primary
The ultimate winner of the recount is expected to easily carry the strongly Republican-leaning southern Virginia district in the Nov. 5 election, when control of the White House and both chambers of Congress will be up for grabs.
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One in three Democrats think Biden should quit the presidential race: Reuters poll
Among the names of top Democrats put before respondents, only Michelle Obama, wife of former Democratic President Barack Obama, outperformed Biden and led Trump 50% to 39% in a matchup.
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Biden tries to ease fitness concerns as Democrats debate his future
Questions about the 81-year-old Democrat's ability to handle a demanding workload over the next 4-1/2 years arose after his lackluster performance in a June 27 debate against Republican rival Donald Trump.
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Unfazed by US presidential debate, Putin maintains preference for Biden over Trump
Regarding Trump's claims that he could end the Ukraine war swiftly if elected, Putin said Russia takes such statements seriously, but he is not familiar with the details of Trump's proposed peace plans
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US Senate Republicans are now in the mix for top posts in a Trump presidency
The list of eager Senate applicants for a job in a second Trump administration could be much longer if Trump triumphs this year.
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As Biden digs in, fellow Democrats face a dilemma
Biden faces an uprising within his own party to end his campaign after the shaky and halting debate performance against Trump on June 27, which includes donors, lawmakers, some Democratic officials and strategists.
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Judge declines to throw out charges against Trump valet in classified documents case
No trial date has been set in the case.
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Watch: Barron Trump receives standing ovation at father Donald Trump’s rally
The event stirred mixed reactions on social media, with some speculating on Barron's future in politics amidst the family's public profile.
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Meta to roll back some restrictions on Trump’s Facebook, Instagram accounts
The social media company indefinitely suspended Trump's accounts after he praised those who stormed the US Capitol in January 2021.
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Republicans, in wake of Trump shooting, seek to pin political violence trend on Democrats
Both establishment Republicans and far-right conspiracy theorists have accused President Joe Biden and other Democratic leaders of setting the stage for Saturday's shooting.
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Trump travels to Republican convention after assassination attempt
The former US President is due to receive his party's formal nomination at the Republican National Convention
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US says Iran moving forward on a key aspect of developing a nuclear bomb
Iran resumed progress on its nuclear program after the Trump administration ended US cooperation with a 2015 deal that gave Iran relief from sanctions in return for allowing tougher oversight of the program.
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Trump says he had a ‘very good call’ with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy on Friday
Trump has said he will end the war in Ukraine before he even takes office in January, if he wins the presidential election.
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Melania Trump makes rare appearance at Republican National Convention
Wearing Republican red, Melania, 54, walked alone into the convention.
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Trump targets Kamala Harris after Biden’s withdrawal, says ‘She’s an easier opponent’
The Trump campaign had already begun discussions about how it would redeploy campaign resources for the possibility of Biden's dropping out.
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Trump reacts harshly to Biden’s decision to drop out of 2024 presidential race
Trump's reaction underscores the contentious and polarised nature of current US politics, as the nation prepares for the upcoming election season.
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Joe Biden Ends Presidential Bid Live Updates: President Biden withdraws from election, endorses Kamala Harris as Democratic Party’s nominee
After the disastrous debate on CNN with Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump, the demand of President Biden to step down had grown and the Democratic supporters were in conundrum whether Biden could defeat Trump in the November polls.
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Kamala Harris kicks off Wisconsin campaign with enthusiasm and purpose
Meanwhile, Harris swiftly gained party support after Biden's withdrawal, which came amid concerns from Democrats about his ability to beat Trump or serve another term.
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Kamala Harris leads Trump with small margin in US presidential race: New poll
The Reuters/Ipsos survey, conducted on Monday and Tuesday after Biden exited the race, indicates Harris has 44% support nationally, compared to Trump’s 42%.
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VVIP security: Govt alerts DGs, cites attempt on Trump’s life
The incident is one of seven assassination attempts cited by the Centre in its communication shared on July 16 with the DGs, including those in-charge of the CRPF, CISF, ITBP, NSG as well as state intelligence bureaus.
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Trump hush money prosecutors say conviction should stand despite immunity ruling
Trump, the Republican nominee in the Nov. 5 election, was convicted on May 30 on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up his former lawyer Michael Cohen's $130,000 payment to porn star Stormy Daniels.
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Trump tells Christians they won’t have to vote after this election
Trump's remarks on Friday pointed to the need for both parties to energize their base voters ahead of what will likely be a closely fought election.
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Trump loses appeal of gag order in hush money criminal case
The former US president was convicted in May on charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star.
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Trump hits out at Google over claims that it was censoring news related to him
Early this week, Trump alleged that it was virtually impossible to find pictures or anything about the failed assassination bid on him on July 13 on Google. Google, however, denied those allegations.
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Musk-backed PAC under investigation for potential violations of Michigan laws
Michigan’s secretary of state’s office is investigating a political action committee backed by Elon Musk for possible state law violations. America PAC, which has been acquiring voter information, is under review and potential violations will be referred to the state’s attorney general. Musk, who has publicly endorsed Trump and espoused right-wing views, has not commented […]
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Trump labels Venezuela a dictatorship amid election controversy
Donald Trump declared Venezuela to be run by a dictator, referencing the recent highly contentious presidential election. He also criticized the country’s crime rates and accused the government of moving criminals into the United States. Meanwhile, the Venezuelan government has threatened to crack down on opposition leaders and international reactions to the election have been […]
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Trump warns of World War 3 while pointing finger at Biden’s economic policy
Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, criticized current leadership for the stock market downturn and economic indicators. VP Kamala Harris projected optimism and emphasized economic opportunities. The economy and potential Federal Reserve actions could impact voter perceptions before the election.
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Tim Walz says ‘It’s an honour of lifetime’ on being named as running mate for Harris
The former President Donald Trump's team criticised the choice of Kamala Harris' running mate and in a post on X they said, "Tim Walz: Another Left-Wing Extremist."
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Pakistani man with ties to Iran is charged in plot to carry out political assassinations on US soil
US officials have warned for years about Iran's desire to avenge the 2020 killing of Qassem Soleimani, who led the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Quds Force. That strike was ordered by Trump.
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Ex-mayor Willie Brown denies Trump’s story of a scary helicopter ride
Former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown denies Trump’s false claim of a scary helicopter ride, clarifying that Trump may have mistaken him for former California governor Jerry Brown. Brown also refutes Trump’s implication of his involvement in Kamala Harris’ career, praising her as a capable friend. Jerry Brown’s spokesperson confirms this.
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Trump campaign alleges hacking, points to Iran
The announcement followed a report from Politico, which stated it had received emails from an anonymous source containing documents from within Trump's campaign.
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Trump and Harris advocate for ending taxes on tips: What are the challenges?
Harris’s campaign clarified that her proposal would require congressional approval and include income limits and safeguards to prevent misuse by high-income professionals.
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Elon Musk interviews Donald Trump Live Updates: Trump returns to X ahead of mega one on one interview with Musk
Elon Musk-Donald Trump Interview Live Updates: Musk announced that he will be in a live conversation with Trump at 8 p.m. Eastern Time that will be “unscripted with no limits on subject matter, so should be highly entertaining!”
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Donald Trump is returning to X for a live interview with the platform’s owner, Elon Musk
Donald Trump will make a comeback on X, the platform that banned him after the Capitol riot. He will have an unscripted interview with owner Elon Musk, giving him a chance to reach millions of voters and help X redeem itself. However, there are concerns about harmful content and the EU has urged Musk to […]
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Auto workers union seeks NLRB investigation of Trump and Musk comments about firing striking workers
The NLRB said it would investigate the complaints, one filed against the Trump campaign and the other naming Tesla Inc., the electric vehicle, battery and solar panel manufacturer based in Austin, Texas, and led by Musk.
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Trump campaigns in Michigan town with historic links to white extremism
Trump's visit to Howell one month after that rally should not be viewed in a vacuum, said Nazita Lajevardi, an associate professor of political science at Michigan State University.
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Kamala Harris to cap Democratic convention with historic speech
Harris' own presidential ambitions were always clear, but had been undermined by her own shaky 2020 campaign and bumpy vice presidential term. Since being thrust to the top of the ticket, she has tightened the race against Republican Donald Trump.
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Trump suggests he may cancel September 10 debate with Kamala Harris
Both the presidential candidates have agreed upon the dates and network earlier and it was finalised that the presidential debate would happen on September 10 on ABC Network.
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Trump says he’ll participate in debate with Kamala Harris on Sept 10 after flipflopping
The debate which was earlier accepted by both the leaders went into limbo when Trump suggested that he might not participate in it due to ABC News’ stance toward Republicans.
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Trump reposts sexist remark on Kamala Harris on Truth Social
The reposted comment, originally shared by another user, included photos of Harris and Hillary Clinton with the caption: “Funny how blowjobs impacted both their careers differently…”
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Trump faces criticism over abortion comments in Florida
'I think six weeks is too short. It needs to be more time,' Trump said about Florida's abortion ban.
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Trump intensifies personal attacks on Harris, labels her ‘defective’
"She's a defective person. And we don't need another defective person as president of the United States," Trump said, referencing President Joe Biden, who dropped out of the race last month and endorsed Harris.
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Donald Trump backs Florida’s recreational marijuana amendment
Trump supports legalising recreational cannabis in Florida through a constitutional amendment, arguing against criminalizing possession of small amounts. DeSantis opposes the measure, but Trump urges state lawmakers to regulate public use. Advocates claim Republican concerns about odour are exaggerated.
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Biden, Harris weren’t invited to Arlington Cemetery says White House, Trump takes potshot
Gold Star family invited Republican candidate Donald Trump to the cemetery to commemorate the third anniversary of the attack at Abbey Gate.
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Prosecutors oppose Trump’s attempt to delay post-conviction decisions in hush money case
Trump was found guilty in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels, whose allegations of an affair threatened to disrupt his 2016 presidential campaign.
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Trump denies assault claims as he appeals $5M ruling
In May 2023, a jury found Trump liable for assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. In court on Friday, Trump denied ever meeting Carroll and dismissed her claims as false.
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Trump’s reply to child care question sparks debate, dubbed ‘nonsensical’, ‘outrageously offensive’
In his reply, Trump dismissed child care as “ultimately not a very big problem” and “not that expensive to fix compared with the money he will raise from tariffs.”
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Trump vs Harris: Comparing each on key election issues ahead of presidential debate
Kamala Harris supports a federal right to abortion and advocates for blocking states from banning the procedure before fetal viability. Donald Trump was instrumental in enabling the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade through his judicial appointments.
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Taylor Swift’s endorsement post of Kamala Harris on Instagram draws 9 million ‘likes’
Soon after Harris, a Democrat, finished debating her Republican rival Donald Trump, Swift, 34, told her 283 million followers that Harris and running mate Tim Walz would get her vote in the Nov. 5 election.
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Georgia judge dismisses two charges against Trump in election interference case
The case has been paused since June while a Georgia appeals court reviews claims of misconduct by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, tied to a past romantic relationship.
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Trump assassination attempt: US Secret Service admits golf course wasn’t searched
Trump survives another assassination attempt; Secret Service admits perimeter lapse
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After attacks on Trump, security up for PM Modi’s US trip
The conversation between Indian and American security officials took place over the last 15 days, especially with the two assassination attempts on former US President Donald Trump.
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Trump blames Jewish voters for possible election loss
Speaking at the Israeli-American Council National Summit in Washington, Trump expressed frustration over trailing Harris in polls among American Jews.
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Trump to meet Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and UK’s Starmer in New York
The meetings coincide with the visit of both leaders to the US for the United Nations General Assembly.
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Trump intensifies attacks on immigrants and Harris
The Republican presidential candidate insulted Harris, calling her 'mentally impaired' and 'mentally disabled.' On the other hand, he called immigrants who commit violent crimes 'monsters' and 'vile animals.'
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Zelenskyy says Trump promised support for Ukraine in war against Russia
Zelenskyy's "victory plan," according to a US official, is seen as a repackaged plea for more weapons and fewer restrictions on long-range missile use.
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Trump criticises US response to Hurricane Helene as supporters push for federal agency cutbacks
Hurricane Helene has claimed over 100 lives, with some of the worst flooding in western North Carolina. Buncombe County, home to the city of Asheville, reported 35 fatalities.
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In Trump-Vance narrative, cats, dogs and revival of nativist American nationhood
According to Trump, ‘Making America Great Again’ (MAGA) desperately requires mass deportation of unworthy and unwanted aliens, who weaken the nation. This discourse invokes a long tradition in American history, which thrives on claiming that some immigrant groups are unfit to be Americans
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Trump returns to Pennsylvania rally at site of assassination attempt
The Trump campaign anticipates a crowd of tens of thousands for what they are billing as a "tribute to the American spirit."
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Harris is heading to North Carolina to survey Helene’s aftermath one day after Trump visited
Trump has falsely claimed the Biden administration isn't doing enough to help impacted people in Republican areas and has harshly criticized the response.
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President Biden tells Trump to ‘get a life, man’ amid Hurricane Milton misinformation
The Hurricane Milton, which was earlier labeled as Category 5 hurricane, shrinked the level of devastation while landing in Florida on Wednesday and struck the state as a Category 3 hurricane.
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Trump targets India on high tariffs, vows to reciprocate
Trump said the US is liberal when it comes to tariffs, but countries like China, Brazil and India impose high tariffs. He said India imposes the highest tariffs and American businesses have cited high tariffs as a challenge in the Indian market.
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Donald Trump calls himself ‘father of IVF’ at all-women town hall in Georgia
Trump claims "father of IVF" title at Georgia women's town hall, trails Harris on women's issues.
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Sebastian Stan went on ramen, soya sauce diet to play Donald Trump; how can it impact the body?
Actor Sebastian Stan's ramen-based diet for his role as Donald Trump raises concerns about its nutritional value. Experts warn of the potential health risks associated with consuming excessive ramen and soy sauce, including digestive issues, weight gain, cardiovascular problems, and kidney damage.
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What will writers do if Trump wins again?
I think that is how it will be for me, as an artist, if Trump wins -- I’ll feel that I’m in a lockdown, that a plague has spread across the country and maybe the world, that I must focus on survival, and, crucially, that a part of that survival is the ability to write about it
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Whether Trump or Harris, India-US relations are politics-proof
Trump’s de-hyphenation of India and China when talking about tariffs may be just the positive indication that India is looking for. A win might just present Harris the opportunity to engage South Asia more directly, one she did not have as vice president.
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C Raja Mohan writes on US elections: Contrary to popular belief, American power is not diminishing
As we look forward to the next administration, the issue isn’t so much American decline as it is the growing American temptation towards unilateralism as seen under both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
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Express View Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris: The world - including and especially India - is waiting
The turn America takes after November 5 – internally, towards diversity and externally, in how it sees its role in the world – will reverberate beyond its borders.
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Trump campaign defends ‘shoot through the fake news’ comment on Election Day eve
Trump defends shooting through "fake news" to reach him, attacks media
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New wave of US abortion restrictions feared with potential Trump presidency
Some states continue to fight these restrictions in court, with advocates challenging recent bans, while others have worked to secure protections for abortion access through legislation.
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The finance CoP: Trump’s return underlines challenge at Baku climate meet
As a result, India and China could be asked to take up funding commitments. But Delhi should stay with principled position
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COP29: Return of Donald Trump hangs heavy on climate summit as world meets to talk
Donald Trump has been much less shrill on climate change during campaigning this time compared to 2016, though pulling out of the Paris Agreement again is very much on his stated agenda.
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US Fed may have achieved soft-landing for economy - but this is only calm before the storm
The second Trump administration is likely to bring about a great policy disruption. For one, he has promised to slap prohibitively high import tariffs. If he follows through with it, such a move will drag down growth, employment and spike inflation.
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Republicans win House of Representatives, as Trump’s party takes full control of Washington
Republicans under Donald Trump are all set to control both chambers of the Congress, House of Representatives and Senate, which has opened the path to bring in sweeping changes in America.
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Trump picks former congressman Doug Collins as secretary of veterans affairs
As a former congressman representing Georgia's 9th district from 2013 to 2021, Collins has a deep understanding of veterans' issues.
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Trump picks his lawyer Todd Blanche for deputy attorney general
Trump has also appointed Emil Bove, another member of his legal team, as principal associate deputy attorney general and acting deputy attorney general.
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Ready to work with new US govt under Trump: China’s Xi tells Joe Biden at APEC
Xi didn’t take Trump’s name but appeared to signal that the political rhetoric used by the president-elect during the presidential campaign could send the US-China relationship into another valley.
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Fareed Zakaria, global foreign policy expert, guest at Express Adda today
With the conflict in West Asia and Europe and a Trump administration firmly back in the seat of power, there is no one better than Zakaria to unpack the US elections and analyse what a second Trump term means for the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
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Trump to appoint hedge fund investor Bessent as treasury secretary
Bessent has been a vocal advocate for tax reform and deregulation, particularly to boost bank lending and energy production.
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Trump picks former policy adviser Brooke Rollins as Agriculture secretary
Rollins is currently the CEO of America First Policy Institute which is reported to have close links with Trump’s transition team and has been a champion of supporting Trump in the presidential campaign.
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Trump nominates daughter Ivanka Trump’s father-in-law, Charles Kushner, for ambassador to France
However, Charles Kushner, in 2005, had pleaded guilty to 16 counts of tax evasion, one count of retaliating against a federal witness and one more count of lying to the Federal Election Commission.
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Trump names Andrew Ferguson as head of FTC to replace Lina Khan
Ferguson is already one of the FTC's five commissioners, which is currently made up of three Democrats and two Republicans.
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ABC News agrees to pay $15 million to Donald Trump in defamation suit
The settlement agreement also states that ABC News and anchor George will issue public apologies saying they "regret statements" made about Trump during the interview conducted in March.
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Trump to meet Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos: Report
Sarandos has traditionally backed Democratic Party candidates, making donations to support President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton.
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Trump urges US lawmakers to reject spending bill, raising shutdown odds
It would be the first government shutdown since one that extended through December 2018 into 2019, during Trump's first four-year White House term.
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Prosecutor Fani Willis is removed from the Georgia election case against Trump and others
The alleged scheme included Trump's call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger urging him to help find enough votes to beat Biden. Four people have pleaded guilty.
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Canadian ministers met Trump aides over tariff risks, immigration
The meeting focused on Canada's efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking and illegal migration and the ministers outlined efforts taken by Canada.
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Trump says extension of the debt ceiling will ‘go down as one of the dumbest political decisions made in years’
The US Treasury will be able to pay its bills for several more months, but Congress will have to address the issue at some point next year.
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Hasina’s ouster, Trump return, South Korea’s impeachment: Top 10 global events that made headlines in 2024
As 2024 comes to an end let's recall the global headlines that kept the world on toes throughout the year.
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In Trump era, look beyond IT for H-1B visas: Think tank RIS
Stressing on preparedness before President-elect Donald Trump enters the White House on January 20, the think tank said India’s consumer goods exports such as pharma, gems and jewellery, and marine exports are particularly vulnerable to US tariffs.
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Iran minister in Delhi for talks to boost ties, trade via Chabahar
From tourism to agriculture, Tehran wants to boost ties with Delhi and bilateral talks will take place before the Trump administration takes charge on January 20.
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Trump’s influence spreads through state capitols in both substance and symbolism
Some state officials are trying to tackle concerns that propelled Trump to office such as the economy, affordable living and immigration.
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Trump’s return to Washington before inauguration features Elvis impersonator, Air Force plane
Trump is flying in an Air Force plane sent by outgoing President Joe Biden to his home in Palm Beach, where the Republican had worked on his transition to power after winning the Nov. 5 election.
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Trump pardons anti-abortion activists who blocked clinic entrances
Trump’s pardons have drawn criticism from abortion rights advocates, who argue the move reflects his strong opposition to abortion access.
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Trump administration drops transgender care leak case against Texas doctor
Trump on Monday signed an executive order declaring that the government would recognize only two sexes, male and female, that are unchangeable.
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Anxiety on campus after Trump says visas of pro-Palestinian protesters will be cancelled
On Wednesday, Trump signed an executive order to combat “antisemitism” and pledged to deport non-citizen college students and others who took part in pro-Palestinian protests.
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Zelenskyy says excluding Ukraine from US-Russia talks about war ‘very dangerous’
The nearly three-year war in Ukraine is at a crossroads. Trump promised to end the fighting within six months of taking office.
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After US, Argentina pulls out of WHO, cites ‘deep differences’
Argentina's libertarian President, Milei, who considers Trump a close ally, ordered the country's exit in response to what he described as "deep differences" regarding the WHO's management of health issues.
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Elon Musk says he’s not interested in acquiring TikTok
Amid growing uncertainty over TikTok’s future in the US, President Trump had said that he was open to Musk taking over the ByteDance-owned app if he wanted to do so.
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Modi, Trump agree to seal early trade deal after US calls India’s tariffs ‘unfair’
Trump said he was “thrilled to welcome... my friend” Modi back to the White House: “There is truly a special bond between the United States and India, the world's oldest democracy and the world's largest democracy.”
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Trump administration cuts reach FDA employees in food safety, medical devices and tobacco products
A former FDA official said cutting recent hires could backfire, eliminating staffers who tend to be younger and have more up-to-date technical skills.
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Top US health agency updates definitions of female and male in line with Trump order
The guidance reiterates the Trump administration's stance that male and female are the only two sexes, and that they cannot be changed.
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‘Tone it down’, US security adviser tells Zelenskyy amid Kyiv’s differences with Trump
"Pushback from Ukraine on the deal and how Trump is carrying out peace talks is simply unacceptable", Waltz said but insisted that these difference of views could be reconciled as “the president also said how much he loves the Ukrainian people.”
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‘We’ve been getting lot of death threats’: Musk details DOGE team’s progress, threats at Trump’s first cabinet meeting
During the meeting, Musk detailed that his team is working to downsize the $6.7 trillion budget by $1 trillion this year.
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Days after Oval Office showdown, Trump claims - Zelenskyy ‘doesn’t want there to be peace’
In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump referenced an AP report in which Zelenskyy said the war's end remains "very, very far away," arguing that the Ukrainian leader "doesn't want there to be peace as long as he has America's backing."
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Misri holds talks with Russian counterpart Rudenko in Moscow
The foreign secretary's visit is taking place amid a renewed focus on the Ukraine conflict after US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traded verbal blows at the Oval Office in the White House on Friday last that drew global attention.
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Judge calls Trump administration’s latest response on deportation flights ‘woefully insufficient’
The Justice Department has said the judge's verbal directions did not count, that only his written order needed to be followed and that it couldn't apply to flights that had already left the US.
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Chidambaram in Rajya Sabha: How will govt respond if Trump imposes tariffs?
He referred to the Centre’s move to remove the 6% equalization levy on digital ads, saying: “The Finance Minister announced some tariff reductions in February. Obviously, Mr. Trump is not satisfied.”
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Judge blocks Trump administration from firing staff of Voice of America
Judge James Paul Oetken blocked the US Agency for Global Media, which runs Voice of America.
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‘There will be bombing’: Trump warns Iran to negotiate nuclear deal or face consequences
Other than military threats of bombing the country, Trump also issued warnings of imposing secondary tariffs on Iran which affect buyers of a country's goods.
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Hands-off protesters rally against President Trump, Musk in cities across US
The Hands Off! Protests were organized at more than 1,200 locations, including in all 50 US states. Mass-action protests took place at state capitols, federal buildings, congressional offices.
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Domestic funds go on buying spree; FPIs pull out
Investor wealth of Rs 14 lakh crore wiped out in Trump-triggered sell-off on Black Monday
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Trump considering drone strikes on Mexican cartels as Mexico rejects unilateral US military action
However, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reacted to the report on Tuesday and said that Mexico categorically rejects any unilateral US military action.
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India says talks on to finalise trade pact with US by autumn
While the 10 per cent baseline tariffs for all countries came into effect from April 5, the 27 per cent reciprocal tariffs kicked in on April 9. Trump later paused these tariffs for most countries — but raised them to 125% for China.
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PM Modi heads to Saudi next week: Trade, energy and defence ties on the table
Modi is expected to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah. His visit comes ahead of US President Donald Trump’s expected visit to Saudi Arabia in mid-May — Trump’s first foreign trip in his second term at the White House.
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Toll on Manhattan drivers remains in effect, despite Trump’s Easter Sunday deadline
The fee began Jan 5 and is meant to not just reduce traffic jams but also raise billions of dollars in revenue for New York's subways, commuter trains and public buses.
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Harvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants
Harvard President Alan Garber said the university would not bend to the government’s demands. Hours later, the government froze billions of dollars in federal funding.
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Elon Musk plans to cut back work with Trump’s DOGE starting in May after Tesla’s profit drops 71%
Tesla, in the earnings call, revealed that it earned $409 million in January-March quarter of 2025, down from $1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2024.
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‘Trump has killed the WTO; mounted a challenge to rule-based international trading’: Former FM Yashwant Sinha
India must go to WTO, insist on a rule-based global trade, build an alliance of willing countries
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Pahalgam Terror Attack: ‘They’ve had that fight for 1,000 years... both will figure out one way or other’
Trump India Pakistan tension | US-India-Pakistan relations: Delhi reads the statement with a sense of relief, since he has not articulated any desire to mediate. The Kashmir dispute has been unresolved between India and Pakistan since 1947.
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‘Zelenskyy is calmer, wants to make a deal,’ says Trump after meeting Ukrainian leader in Vatican
Detailing about the meeting, Trump said that it was a “beautiful” one and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy asked for more weapons during their 15 minute interaction in the Vatican.
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Tariff Tracker, April 28: Thumbs down to his first 100 days, waiting for the ‘Big, Beautiful’ tax Bill
Trump’s approval rating has declined to 40%, amid concerns of rapidly evolving tariff decisions and administrative cuts, as well as the increased cost of living for the foreseeable future. In the week ahead, discussion on his divisive tax bill will continue
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US economy hit by import surge, shrinks in Trump’s first 100 days
The timing of report—coinciding with Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office—has amplified public criticism of his handling of the economy.
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Trump claims credit; Delhi’s new red lines: terror from Pak ‘act of war’, Indus pause stays
Post the announcement, Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval spoke to ministers in key countries including China, Saudi Arabia and the European Union.
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Trump is visiting three of world’s wealthiest nations. What’s on the table for discussion
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE hope to gain economic, military, and diplomatic benefits from their relationship with the US.
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Donald Trump defends Qatar’s $400M jet gift as Air Force One replacement. 6 facts about controversial deal
A statement from Qatar on Sunday acknowledged it had held discussions with the US about “the possible transfer” of a plane to be used temporarily by Trump as his presidential aircraft, usurping Air Force One.
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Mediation, Kashmir & trade: Delhi rebuts Trump claims point by point
This is the strongest counter by Delhi since Saturday’s claims by Trump on the range of issues and makes clear its discomfiture with Trump wading into India-Pakistan politics and hostilities.
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Walz calls Trump a ‘tyrant’ who is trampling Americans’ rights and violating the rule of law
Walz pointed to Trump's immigration crackdown, which includes deporting alleged gang members to a notorious prison in El Salvador without due process, and the offer of a gifted jet from the Qatari ruling family to the president.
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Trump threatens to pull $3 billion from Harvard, slams foreign student intake and ‘antisemitism’
Donald Trump also accused Harvard University of dragging its feet in disclosing data on foreign students, implying a national security threat.
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US federal court blocks Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
The verdict by three-judge bench comes after lawsuits argued that Trump exceeded his authority, made US trade policies dependent on his whims and unleashed economic chaos.
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US appeals court reinstates Trump’s tariffs
Trump tariffs court ruling| Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China: What is the standing of this court, and what was the rationale for its order?
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Trump crypto firm quiet on Shehbaz talks, CEO of partner talks of Pakistan image makeover
WLFI names Trump as ‘chief crypto advocate’, sons, grandson as envoys.
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All you need to know about international students showdown between Harvard and White House
Trump vs Harvard: While cuts federal grants have already disrupted vital medical and scientific research, the Trump administration’s latest move targeting international students has caused widespread panic.
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Trump doubles steel, aluminium tariffs to 50% from June 4, exporters say ‘complicates trade talks’
Trump steel tariffs 2025 | US aluminium tariffs news: This fresh tariff hike follows a similar increase earlier this year, when Trump raised tariffs on aluminium and steel to 25 per cent.
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‘Totally unacceptable’: Trump envoy Steve Witkoff rejects Hamas response to US ceasefire proposal
Hamas said in a statement that under the deal, it will release 10 living hostages and 18 bodies in return for Israel’s release of a number of Palestinian prisoners.
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After Trump call, Moscow backs his claims of Indo-Pakistan conflict mediation
This is the first time that Russia has talked about the involvement of the US President in halting the military conflict between the two countries.
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Shashi Tharoor-led group meets US V-P Vance, focus on cooperation in counter-terror
Vance was in India when the Pahalgam terror attack took place on April 22; he and his family had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi the previous day. He had later called up Modi to express condolences, after US President Donald Trump had called up the PM.
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Modi remains silent on Trump ceasefire claim: Rahul Gandhi in Bihar
This was Gandhi’s fifth visit to Bihar in the last five months.
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In the face of Trump’s tariffs, India must secure oil supply chains, assert sovereignty
Despite the naivete he has displayed in his dealings with Trump, PM Modi is not responsible for his perfidy
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Trump again claims that he helped ‘settle’ tensions between India, Pakistan
Trump made the comments flanked by Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev and Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan after they inked a US-brokered peace agreement during a trilateral signing ceremony.
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US-Israel attack tried to cripple Iran but ended up strengthening it
The Iranian people, who had previously questioned the benefits of nuclear energy due to illegal US sanctions, are now more united and determined than ever
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The world this week | India’s measured response to US over tariffs; Israel’s Gaza occupation plan sparks concerns; Delhi, Manila forge strategic ties
In this week's global news roundup, PM Modi stands firm on farmers' rights amid US tariff tensions, while world leaders condemn Israel's Gaza City occupation plan. Discover key insights on India's trade dynamics and international relations.
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Around $30-35 billion of India’s merchandise exports to America at risk from Trump’s tariffs, says UBS Chief India Economist
According to UBS’ Chief India Economist Tanvee Gupta Jain, India may not lose much if it shifts away from cheaper Russian oil as the annual savings right now is only $2 billion
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Zelenskyy wins EU, NATO backing as he seeks place at table with Trump and Putin
Trump, who for weeks had been threatening new sanctions against Russia for failing to halt the conflict, announced instead last Friday that he would hold an August 15 summit with Putin in Alaska.
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JD Vance says Ukraine peace deal unlikely to satisfy either side
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine.
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Late Parasite actor Lee Sun Kyun’s wife, Jeon Hye Jin shares rare update on life after comeback
Nearly two years after Lee Sun Kyun’s death, wife Jeon Hye Jin returns to the spotlight, surprising fans at a birthday event in Seoul following her acting comeback earlier this year.
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‘The meeting was a 10’: Trump lauds Alaska Summit with Putin, despite no deal on Ukraine
Following the talks, Trump described the discussions as “extremely productive,” while acknowledging that “we’re not there yet” on reaching a final deal.
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On day of meeting Putin, Trump repeatedly claims he resolved India-Pakistan conflict
New Delhi has been maintaining that India and Pakistan halted their military actions following direct talks between their militaries without any mediation by the US.
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India commends Trump, Putin for ‘leadership in pursuit of peace’ after Alaska summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also wished the people of Ukraine a future marked by peace and progress, while thanking its president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for his Independence Day wishes.
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Express View on PM Modi’s Independence Day speech: Hope, not fear
PM’s call for reform and self-reliance struck the right note; the spectre of the ‘intruder’ one of disquiet
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Here’s what was in the letter Melania Trump sent to Putin
The letter, written on White House stationery, was personally delivered by President Donald Trump during his meeting with Putin in Alaska on Saturday.
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European leaders to join Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for White House meeting with Trump
The move in relation to the key White House meeting on Monday is an apparent effort to prevent a repeat of the heated encounter Zelenskyy faced when he met Trump in the Oval Office in February.
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Trump says Xi assured him China won’t invade Taiwan during his presidency
The remarks came ahead of Trump’s planned talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.
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‘Gentleman in all respects’: Epstein’s ex-girlfriend Ghislaine tells DOJ she never saw Trump in ‘any inappropriate setting’
The transcripts, from last month’s interviews by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, were released as the Trump administration faced criticism for initially withholding key Epstein records.
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Trump falls back on favourite unit of time as hopes of Putin-Zelenskyy talks in focus
Trump, who met Putin in Alaska last week and later hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders in Washington, had previously suggested a bilateral session that could be followed by a trilateral meeting with his participation.
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US to take 10% equity stake in Intel, in Trump’s latest corporate move
Under the agreement, the US will purchase a 9.9% stake in Intel for $8.9 billion, or $20.47 per share, which represents a discount of about $4 from Intel's closing share price of $24.80 on Friday.
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Sydney Sweeney’s Americana director responds to ‘flop’ claims amid American Eagle ad controversy: ‘Got gobbled up by the Zeitgeist’
Tony Tost defends his directorial debut Americana, as Sydney Sweeney’s off-screen controversies overshadow the indie western’s box office run
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The long, painful downfall of Intel
The tech titans of today work on the graveyards of yesterday.
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UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on Eurasian Economic Union, Sir Bani Yas Island and more (Week 124)
UPSC Prelims Daily Subject MCQs: Test your knowledge with today’s UPSC Essentials quiz on International Relations — brush up for UPSC Prelims 2026.
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All about Trump’s proposed rule that affects Indian students in US
The Trump administration has proposed limiting the duration of stay for international students in the US
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US judge halts Trump effort to expand fast-track deportations
Judge Cobb called it a "skimpy" process that violates affected migrants' due process rights under the US Constitution's Fifth Amendment.
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Ram Madhav writes: Trump isn’t making America great
The US President has overturned the foundational ideas of his country
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‘Tariffs still in effect’: Donald Trump even as US court rules most levies are illegal
Trump reassured that the imposition of tariffs on different countries will benefit US labourers and companies involved in manufacturing products in the nation.
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Legal challenges cloud Trump’s tariff powers as India faces 50% levy
India 50% US tariff, US-India trade dispute: The ruling affects the 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs imposed by the US on India, as well as the additional 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India’s imports of Russian oil, as Trump announced these tariffs under IEEP…
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Trump says Voter ID must be part of every single vote amid plans to ban mail-in ballots
Trump has long questioned the US electoral system and falsely claimed that the 2020 US presidential election was rigged and the result had widespread fraud.
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Skip McDonald’s, eat Indori sev: BJP’s Vijayvargiya on how to counter Trump
'If youth decide that America needs to be taught a lesson, then we'll have to change our preferences, we'll have to change our likings'
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UPSC Key: Modi-Xi meeting, Swadeshi and DIGIPIN
How are India-China relations relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the DIGIPIN, Swadeshi and BioE3 policy have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for August 31, 2025.
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US tariffs bring back into focus India’s market distortions; exporters plan workarounds, relocation strategies
On companies looking to relocate out, what could be key for them is to meet ‘rules of origin’ criteria and avoid getting labelled as transhippers
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Taiwan’s Trump dilemma
Between US equivocation and China’s aggression, Taiwan is running out of options
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent defends Trump’s firing of Lisa Cook, says Fed ‘made lots of mistakes’
Bessent said he believed that Cook should be removed or step down if the allegations against her are true, and noted that she had not denied them.
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Trump announces decision to host 2026 G20 Summit at his golf club in Miami
The US President also said he would be open to having Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the 2026 G20 summit.
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Trump administration-led ICE launches immigration crackdown in Massachusetts
The Homeland department and the US ICE are calling the operation Patriot 2.0, which is a modification of an earlier name given during a deportation surge in May.
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Trump preparing to visit South Korea in October, may meet China’s Xi Jinping: Report
A White House House official, meanwhile, confirmed that a visit of the US President Donald Trump to South Korea is possible.
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‘Wannabe dictator’: Illinois governor calls out Trump as US president threatens Chicago with apocalyptic force
Trump’s post threatening Chicago with National Guards deployment and immigration raids adds the city to a list of Democratic-led cities that have been targeted by the Trump administration.
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European Union negotiators coming to Delhi this week to step up FTA talks
European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic and Commissioner for Agriculture Christophe Hansen will be in Delhi this week to lead the negotiations, their first visit since February this year when the College of Commissioners travelled to India.
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Inside Track: Evolving RSS
The RSS’s changing ethos was very visible at its centenary celebrations in Delhi. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat fielded questions from journalists for nearly three hours. His media team, modelled on corporate lines, invited both Indian and foreign journalists.
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Trump presses NATO to end Russian oil trade, seek 50%–100% tariffs on China untill Russia-Ukraine war ends
Beyond Russia, he proposed that NATO impose tariffs of 50% to 100% on Chinese goods until the war ends, arguing that such steps would loosen Beijing’s “strong grip” on Moscow.
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The world this week | India welcomes Nepal’s interim govt; trade talks with EU at a crucial stage; Israel intensifies offensive
From Nepal’s former Chief Justice becoming the first woman to head the country’s government, to the European Union saying that its goal is to facilitate two-way trade flows through the FTA, and Israel’s regional offensives, alongside bombings in Gaza City, an…
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Who am I without birth control?
A growing number of young women are questioning hormonal birth control, influenced not by medical side effects, but by social media content from wellness influencers who promise a new sense of well-being after stopping the pill.
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FBI chief Kash Patel faces congressional hearings after missteps in Charlie Kirk assassination probe
Patel now approaches congressional oversight hearings this coming week facing not just questions about that investigation.
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School Assembly News Headlines (September 15): Aman Sehrawat disqualification, Nepal elections on March 5 & more
Here are the top school assembly news headlines for September 15: From the appointment of retired IAS officer Amit Khare as the VP's secretary to Aman Sehrawat disqualification from the World Wrestling Championship, we have all that you should know and cover …
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Rubio is in Israel in wake of Qatar attack as Israeli strikes intensify in northern Gaza
Rubio's visit went ahead despite US President Donald Trump’s anger at Netanyahu over the Israeli strike in Doha, which he said the United States wasn't notified of beforehand.
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‘Stay in US, avoid travel’: Microsoft, JP Morgan, Amazon advise H-1B visa holders to return before fee deadline
Trump on Friday signed a measure restricting the entry of H-1B visa holders and raising the annual application fee to $100,000.
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US TikTok deal gives Americans 6 of 7 board seats: White House
Trump, who had earlier criticised TikTok, told reporters this week that the app would be “owned by all-American investors” and said Oracle would lead on safeguarding data and privacy.
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Donald Trump’s H-1B annual fee hike to $100,000 sparks debate; Amitabh Kant says innovation will move to Bengaluru, Gurgaon: ‘America’s loss will be India’s gain’
The US administration said the hike is intended to ensure that only “truly highly skilled” workers enter the country and that American jobs are protected.
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Trump will lead high-profile lineup honoring Charlie Kirk at Arizona service
The shooting also has stirred fear among some Americans that Trump is trying to harness outrage over the killing as justification to suppress the voices of his critics and political opponents.
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Decline in US study abroad enquiries by 46%, claims IDP
A dramatic shift in global education preferences is underway, and the official statistics numbers speak volumes, claims Piyush Kumar, Regional Director at IDP Education.
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‘Will not happen’: Netanyahu rejects Palestinian state recognition by UK, Canada and Australia
Netanyahu criticised the move, saying it gave a “prize” to Hamas. “It will not happen. A Palestinian state will not be established west of the Jordan River,” he said.
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Pete Hegseth-led Pentagon plans to limit journalists’ access for releasing ‘unauthorised information’
The new rule, that includes restrictions on the movement of journalists within the Pentagon facility, is reportedly part of an updated press credentialing process.
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South Korea differs from Trump, says can’t pay $350 billion to US in cash for tariff deal
The two countries reached a handshake agreement in July to cut US tariffs on South Korean goods to 15 per cent from 25 per cent.
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As Trump expands tariff net, why questions loom over the effectiveness of a trade deal with the US
Trump’s move assumes significance as India is in the middle of negotiations with the US, and the elimination of reciprocal tariffs is a key ask from the Indian side, though sectoral tariffs are not part of the talks.
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US revokes Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visa over pro-Palestinian protest
Speaking to a crowd of pro-Palestinian protesters, Petro urged the creation of a global armed force with the aim of liberating Palestinians.
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Terror attacks traced to that one country: Jaishankar targets Pakistan at UN General Assembly
Jaishankar, without naming Pakistan, described it as 'a neighbour that is an epicentre of global terrorism for decades' and told the world body that 'India exercised its right to defend its people against terrorism and brought its organisers and perpetrators …
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‘Operation Clog the Toilet’: How an online prank targeted Indian H-1B visa holders with fake flight bookings
The online prank, called “Operation Clog the Toilet,” involved users reserving flight seats between India and the US without completing payment.
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From Hamas’ attack on Israel to agreement on Trump Peace plan: A timeline of the Gaza war
Trump ordered Israel on Friday to immediately stop the bombing of Gaza after Hamas said it had accepted parts of his 20-point plan to end the nearly two-year war.
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How Trump used fury over Israel’s Qatar attack to push Netanyahu on Gaza
Even if the plan moves forward, the challenges of carrying it out would remain substantial.
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Japan set to get new PM: How China views Sanae Takaichi, why that matters
The two major players in India's neighbourhood, China and Japan, are set for recalibrated engagement under a new PM. An expert explains what is worth watching out for.
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‘There is consensus on most of it’: Trump says Israeli hostages to be freed Monday under US-backed Gaza ceasefire
He described the coming days as critical to the ceasefire deal, calling Monday “big” and saying that several hostages are still being held “in some pretty rough places, where only some people know where they are.”
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News Today Live Updates, 11 October | Fire engulfs metro warehouse, scrap godown in UP’s Kanpur
Latest News Live Updates | Several fire tenders were at the spot near Morang Mandi in the Panki police station area.
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US–China trade tensions flare again – why it matters to India & the world
Both Chinese and American posturing on trade assumes significance for India, which is in the midst of negotiations for a trade deal with the US.
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Thousands of Palestinians return to what’s left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect
Questions remain over who will govern Gaza as Israeli troops gradually pull back and whether Hamas will disarm.
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Violence erupts in eastern Pakistan as Islamists try to march on capital for pro-Palestinian rally
In a statement, the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan party, or TLP, claimed that two of its supporters had been killed and 50 others injured since Thursday.
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India can grow by 7.5-8% with greater investment in renewable energy: Nicholas Stern
By investing more in clean and efficient infrastructure to meet its sharply higher electricity demands, India can chart a “very different kind of growth” path on its way to becoming a developed nation, according to Nicholas Stern of the London School of Econo…
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Universities are standing up to Trump
On campuses and in Washington, professors and policymakers alike are weighing whether Trump, who has reveled in his campaign to upend higher education, has overreached.
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From the Opinions Editor: The visible hand of the state
From Washington to Beijing to New Delhi, governments are reshaping markets in pursuit of strategic self-reliance
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Israel strikes Gaza after exchange of fire, testing week-old ceasefire
Hamas denied any role in the exchange of fire, saying its fighters were not involved in clashes near Rafah.
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New Japan PM tells Trump that US alliance is paramount in first phone call
Takaichi also told Trump that Japan is "an indispensable partner" in terms of the US's strategies towards China and the Indo-Pacific.
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Russia tests new nuclear-power capable missile, Putin and top general say
President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia successfully tested its nuclear-capable Burevestnik cruise missile, which flew 14,000 km and remained airborne for 15 hours.
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Canadian PM Carney says he told Ontario’s premier not to run anti-tariff ad that upset Trump
Carney said he apologised to Trump during a dinner at the APEC summit, acknowledging that the president was “offended” by the ad
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Trump threatens US military action in Nigeria over treatment of Christians
Trump called Nigeria a "disgraced country" and warned its government must move quickly.
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RJD put gun to Cong head for CM face, says PM Modi; Rahul says Op Sindoor was stopped under US pressure
Poll trail heats up before end of Phase 1 of campaign; Modi cautions again ‘jungle raj’ return, Congress leader claims Delhi running Nitish govt
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President Trump wants Commanders to name new stadium after him: Report
The report came a day after the White House confirmed that Trump will attend the Commanders’ game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
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Daily Briefing: Cashing in post the World Cup win
Also in today's edition: Land linked to Ajit Pawar's son debacle; Dalmianagar: Bihar’s ghost town; 'Haq' movie review
The Indian Express by Malavika Jayadeep
The world this week | US-Russia nuclear arms race; Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral race; and Sudan conflict
From Indian-origin Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani winning the mayoral race in New York City to Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban resuming peace talks – a lot has happened in the world this week.
The Indian Express by Bobins Abraham
Talks to end US shutdown look promising, Senate majority leader says
After weeks of faltering talks, Republicans and Democrats in the US Senate seemed to start negotiating in earnest late this week. Lawmakers on Saturday had hoped to unveil the full text of three fiscal 2026 full-year funding measures.
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Ricin poison terror plot busted, Telangana ‘doctor’, 2 from UP arrested: Gujarat ATS
According to ATS, doctor named his “handler” as Abu Khadija, a resident of Afghanistan and is associated with ISKP; he had also been in contact with several individuals from Pakistan
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Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee and other foods as inflation concerns mount
The Trump administration announced framework trade deals on Thursday that, once finalized, will eliminate tariffs on certain foods and other imports from Argentina, Ecuador, Guatemala and El Salvador, with U.S. officials eyeing additional agreements before ye…
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Trump says ‘We’ll sue them next week’ amid BBC crisis: What we know so far
“I think I have to do that, I mean they’ve even admitted that they cheated,” the US President said.
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Judge blocks Trump administration from imposing fine on University of California over discrimination claims
The administration had earlier demanded that the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) pay $1.2 billion to restore frozen research funds after accusing the campus of allowing antisemitism.
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FBI arrests New Jersey man for alleged property damage in office of federal prosecutor
Molinari did not say when or where Lisa was arrested, what charges he might face, whether he was in jail, or when he might go before a judge.
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How 27th Amendment cements Pakistan Army’s stranglehold over power
The amendment brings sweeping changes to the country’s civil-military and inter-services setup, as well as its federal character
The Indian Express by Bashir Ali Abbas
Some National Guard troops to be withdrawn from Chicago and Portland, reports
He told Fox News he was confident China will honor agreements on rare earths.
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G20 Summit: European leaders say US 28-point peace plan for Ukraine needs more ‘work’
The proposal from the administration of US President Donald Trump, who is currently in office, “includes important elements” but is not yet complete.
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Behind Trump’s call to ‘execute’ Democrat lawmakers, concerns about illegal military action
Several Democratic Congressmen filed police complaints on Friday following Trump’s social media posts suggesting they be 'executed'. However, this is not the first time the president has made such comments. Here is what to know
The Indian Express by Anagha Jayakumar
Daily Briefing: New labour codes enter implementation tunnel
Also in today's edition: Surender Koli conviction; India's farm exports; The Family Man 3 review; and more
The Indian Express by Malavika Jayadeep
The Great Sanctions Hack: Understanding the scourge of economic sanctions
Former RBI governor Urjit Patel's new book says economic sanctions are growing at an alarming rate. He also shows how they have the power to alter geopolitics.
The Indian Express by Udit Misra
COP 30 moves needle on climate finance, but not on bringing temperatures down
The Belem summit has restored some trust in the fraying global climate negotiation process. The challenge now is to take on the tougher challenge of expediting climate action
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Trump calls National Guard shooting ‘act of terror’, says US must ‘re-examine’ immigrants who came under Biden
At least two West Virginia National Guard members were shot on Wednesday near the White House in Washington DC in what the Mayor Muriel Bowser described as a “targeted shooting”.
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What we do and don’t know about the shooting of 2 National Guard members in DC
President Donald Trump announced Thursday evening that Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, had died from her injuries in Wednesday’s shooting.
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Any document signed by Joe Biden with autopen is terminated, says Donald Trump
Trump has regularly criticized Biden for the use of an autopen, which has been a common practice past presidents as well.
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US National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, who was shot by Afghan immigrant, has died: Donald Trump
Washington DC shooting: A US National Guard soldier has died after a shooting near the White House, while another remains critical. The suspected Afghan shooter is in custody and under a terrorism investigation.
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After airstrikes, Donald Trump says US land action against Venezuelan drug networks coming ‘soon’
The comments come as the administration continues weighing military action against Venezuela under what it calls counter-narcotics operations.
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‘Probably came to US illegally’: Who is Ilhan Omar, US representative targeted by Trump amid immigration crackdown?
Omar was born in Somalia and fled the country’s civil war at age eight, spending four years in a Kenyan refugee camp before arriving in the US in 1995.
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Daily Briefing: In for a bull run?
In today's edition: Why Sensex breached 86,000 mark; the view on One Nation, One Elections; the Gautam Gambhir question and the Smriti Mandhana episode; and more
The Indian Express by Sonal Gupta
5 stories you must read today, November 29: From West Bengal accepting Centre’s Waqf Law to Rajasthan HC’s order on women cab drivers and more
Read about how a drunk man got trapped in a cage meant for a leopard in UP’s Bahraich, Trump's plan to revoke orders signed by Biden’s autopen and more.
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US FDA memo links 10 child deaths to Covid vaccines, reports
During Trump's first term, when the pandemic erupted, and under his successor Joe Biden, US health officials strongly endorsed the vaccines as lifesaving.
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‘US may walk away from the Ukraine war,’ says Donald Trump Jr
Speaking about the war in Ukraine, Trump Jr said the country’s “corrupt” rich had left, leaving “what they believed to be the peasant class” to fight.
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Thailand vows to keep fighting Cambodia, despite Trump’s ceasefire claim
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul posted on Facebook that the Southeast Asian nation would "continue to perform military actions until we feel no more harm and threats to our land and people."
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Elon Musk’s SpaceX valued at $800 billion, as it prepares to go public
SpaceX has amassed billions of dollars in funding over the years from investors including Founders Fund and Google’s parent company, Alphabet, but Musk maintains the largest individual stake.
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TikTok announces JV to divest US business from Chinese parent: How deal sidesteps US ban
The concerns on TikTok’s ownership date back to 2020, when Trump accused the app of mishandling the Covid pandemic and spreading conspiracies about the origins of the virus. He went on to sign an executive order demanding ByteDance sell its US operations.
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Jordanian Army participated in US strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria
Two US Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed on Saturday in the central Syrian town of Palmyra by an attacker who targeted a convoy of American and Syrian forces.
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Yearender 2025 | Nepal’s GenZ Protest, Axiom-4 Mission, Ghibli Trend: Top 10 issues that made headlines
UPSC Yearender 2025: As 2026 approaches and 2025 draws to a close, let's recall issues that dominated headlines and shaped the contours of our current affairs discourse throughout the year.
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UPSC Key: Parachute tests for Gaganyaan, Funding to political parties, and Atomic Energy Act
How is knowing about India’s first Atomic Energy Act relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like faith vs rights of minors, Gaganyaan mission, and funding to political parties have for both the Preliminary and Main examinations? You can learn …
The Indian Express by Roshni Yadav
Today News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 25, 2025: India offers $450M package to SL; foreign countries eye IIT campuses; 18 Odisha athletes travel near train toilets
Today News Headlines for School Assembly, December 25, 2025: Get important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.
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Yearender 2025: How India managed tariffs, conflicts, and diplomatic wins
As the year draws to a close, prospects for an India-US trade pact appear strong, while efforts to consolidate Delhi’s strategic footprint in West Asia and the Horn of Africa are intensified. But the year also saw a military confrontation with Pakistan and a …
The Indian Express by Ashiya Parveen
Today News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 26, 2025: MEA condemns B’desh lynching, Trump to meet Zelenskyy on Dec 28
Today News Headlines for School Assembly, December 25, 2025: Get important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.
The Indian Express by Education Desk
100 years of CPI: ‘AI wasn’t there during Marx, Lenin’s time … Communists have to face it … cope with changes’
“We are all committed to Marxist ideology and Leninist philosophy. But how to apply Marxist-Leninist positions and ideology to Indian realities is important … why we have not grown is an issue that needs to be addressed,” says Communist Party of India's gene…
The Indian Express by Manoj C G
A year of deepening political divides sets the stage for another
2025 was hardly a big election year. Yet fractiousness continued to define the discourse, be it in the government pushing through legislation such as the G RAM G Bill or in issues such as SIR and tariffs. And as a year of pivotal state elections awaits, there…
The Indian Express by Manoj C G
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | December 21 to December 27, 2025
UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers…
The Indian Express by Manas Srivastava, Nitendra Pal Singh
United States has become ‘real’ United Nations: Trump
Trump is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Palm Beach, Florida, residence on Sunday for talks on a peace plan to end the conflict with Russia.
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At least 1 killed as Russia strikes Ukraine’s capital ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Emergency services said more than 10 residential buildings were damaged. Fires broke out in several districts, and rescue teams worked at damaged sites.
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Today News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 29, 2025: India Vs Sri Lanka Women 4th T20I, Ukraine peace plan & more
Today News Headlines for School Assembly, December 29, 2025: Get important National, International, Sports, Business, and GK current affairs updates curated for students, teachers, and morning assemblies.
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UPSC Key: PM-POSHAN Scheme, Aravalli definition row, and Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire
How is knowing about the PM-POSHAN Scheme relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the Thailand-Cambodian conflict, the new Consumer Price Index (CPI) series, and the Aravali Hills have for both the Preliminary and Main examinations? You ca…
The Indian Express by Roshni Yadav
Volunteer in Iran’s Revolutionary Guard reportedly killed during widening protests
Iran's civilian government under reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian has been trying to signal it wants to negotiate with protesters. However, Pezeshkian has acknowledged that there is not much he can do as Iran's rial currency has rapidly depreciated, with…
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‘Cuba in deep trouble’, why only Nicolas Maduro was captured and what next for Venezuela: Top Trump aide Marco Rubio answers key questions
US President Donald Trump had announced the stunning military operation, revealing that the Venezuelan leader and his wife had been captured and flown out of the country to face charges in a US court.
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‘He F’ed Around and Found Out’: White House video mocks Maduro after dramatic US capture
Hours after the campaign, the White House released a montage with visuals of Maduro delivering a fiery speech, taunting the US to come and capture him.
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Zelenskyy says ‘US knows what to do next’ after Trump reveals capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro
His remarks came a day after the US military carried out an attack on Venezuela and captured deposed leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in Caracas and their removal from the country.
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Trump announces US takeover of Venezuela’s oil sector: What it could mean for global energy markets, and India
Although it accounts for less than 1% of global oil production, Venezuela has the largest oil reserves globally, estimated at over 300 billion barrels or a fifth of the proven oil reserves all over the world.
The Indian Express by Sukalp Sharma
Opposition condemns US’s Venezuela operation: Congress expresses ‘grave concern’, Left calls for nationwide protests
Congress general secretary and in-charge, communications, Jairam Ramesh said, “The INC expresses very grave concern on US actions relating to Venezuela in the past 24 hours. Settled principles of international law cannot be violated unilaterally.”
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US capture of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro puts New Delhi in a bind: Political stakes low, moral dilemma high
India’s own ties with Venezuela have been of low stakes as well, although it has had a robust history of oil imports from the country.
The Indian Express by Shubhajit Roy
UPSC Key: US capture of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro, Buddha Piprahwa relics, and Social Security Code
How is knowing about the Buddha Piprahwa relics relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the white-bellied heron, parliamentary privileges and the Social Security Code have for both the Preliminary and Main examinations? You can learn more …
The Indian Express by Roshni Yadav
Iran is looking at freedom, USA stands ready to help, says Donald Trump
Iran has been cut off from the rest of the world for more than two days, due to a communication blackout, a tool the Iranian regime has used in the past to crack down on popular uprisings.
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US and allies launches large-scale strikes on Islamic State in Syria after attack that killed 3 Americans
Military says it targeted the jihadist group throughout Syria in response to attack on US and Syrian troops in Palmyra.
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Trump is briefed on options for striking Iran as protests continue
Trump has not made a final decision, but the officials said he was seriously considering authorizing a strike in response to the Iranian regime’s efforts to suppress demonstrations set off by widespread economic grievances.
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Trump is making a power play in Latin America, but China is already there
Trump's new focus on Latin America threatens to loosen China’s economic grip in a region where it has quietly used abundant trade, enormous loans and financial tie-ups to build influence.
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The World This Week | Trump holds off on military action in Iran, European troops in Greenland and the first Taliban-appointed diplomat in India
From the crackdown on anti-government protesters in Iran to the US holding the first formal talks on the acquisition of Greenland, a lot happened in the world this week.
The Indian Express by Bobins Abraham
WATCH: Machado’s daring escape from Venezuela to accept Nobel Peace prize caught on video
In the video, Venezuela's opposition leader is heard saying, “I am alive, I’m safe, and I’m very grateful.”
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Expert Explains: Why a US attack on Iran would be more show than substance
The simple need for a spectacle, to show US threats are credible, could still lead to an American attack followed by limited Iranian retaliation
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‘He fooled us’: Iranian protesters say they feel betrayed over Trump’s ‘help’ which never came
Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene militarily in Iran if the clerical regime continued to kill protesters or execution of demonstrators took place.
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Pakistan says Trump invited PM Sharif to join Board of Peace for Gaza
The White House released a list of appointed members to the founding Executive Board of the Board of Peace on Friday as the country moved to the second phase of Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has already declared himself as the chair of…
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Donald Trump seeks $1bn from nations for seat on ‘Board of Peace’, says report; White House pushes back
The charter describes the Board of Peace as an international organisation aimed at promoting stability, restoring governance and securing peace in areas affected by conflict.
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‘Attack on our leader Khamenei means full-scale war,’ Iran’s president warns US after Donald Trump remarks
The latest unrest in Iran began on 28 December, when anger over high prices, a weak currency and economic hardship spread from Tehran to cities across the country.
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‘China will eat them up’: Trump slams Canada for rejecting ‘golden dome’ plan in Greenland
US President Donald Trump has attacked Canada for rejecting the proposed Golden Dome missile defence system over Greenland, accusing Ottawa of siding with China and undermining North American security.
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EU refused to put tariffs on India over Russian oil for ‘big trade deal’: Scott Bessant
'Indian purchases by their refineries of Russian oil have collapsed... would imagine that there is a path to take them (US tariffs) off'
The Indian Express by Ravi Dutta Mishra
Video: Moment when US citizen Alex Pretti was shot dead by a federal agent in Minneapolis
A bystander footage has captured the moments before Pretti was shot dead by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis.
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There’s path to take off 25% Russian oil tariffs: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
Pointing to the Russia oil tariffs, the US Treasury Secretary said it’s a check and huge success, but took a dig at his European allies. “…our virtue-signalling European allies refused to do it because they wanted to sign this big trade deal with India,” Bess…
The Indian Express by Ravi Dutta Mishra
Expert Explains: How Trump’s America First approach is fracturing transatlantic unity
Eight years since his first term, President Trump has forced NATO members to increase their military spending, while also presenting the possibility that the US may not be there to secure their backs against Russia
The Indian Express by Manjeev Singh Puri
Iran-US Tensions Live Updates: Iran open to talks with US but won’t negotiate on missiles, foreign minister says
Iran-US News Today Live Updates: Iran is ready to participate in “fair and just” nuclear talks with the United States amid raising tension between the two countries.
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US government heads toward shutdown as time runs short to approve spending deal
DHS funding would be extended for two weeks, giving negotiators time to reach an agreement on immigration tactics.
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US special envoy for Iraq Mark Savaya no longer in the post, reports
The move comes amid growing tensions between Washington and Baghdad over Washington's push to curb Iranian influence in Iraqi politics.
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Trump effect: Harley-Davidson could make a comeback in India after US deal
While India is one world’s biggest motorcycle markets, it is a relatively small market for high-end premium bikes. After struggling to gain a foothold in the Indian market for several years, the iconic American brand shut its shops in 2020.
The Indian Express by Ravi Dutta Mishra
‘Look forward to strengthening friendship’: PM Modi arrives in Kuala Lumpur
The leaders will hold bilateral talks, aimed at strengthening defence and security ties, enhancing economic partnership and exploring new domains of collaboration, a departure statement said.
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India-US trade pact momentum builds with interim framework, full agreement likely by next month
In a joint statement, Washington and New Delhi said the framework confirmed their commitment to negotiating a full trade pact.
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China This Week | Trump’s ‘excellent’ call with Xi, and US claims of secret Chinese nuclear test
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This week, we look at a phone call that reveals much about the priorities of leaders in the US and China, and claims of nuclear explosions in China.
The Indian Express by Rishika Singh
‘We will pay’: Savannah Guthrie issues video plea as search for her missing mother continues
Investigators believe Nancy Guthrie was taken against her will from her home just outside Tucson.
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Behind Donald Trump’s Iran strategy, a pursuit of oil, not regime change
Trump’s options appear limited: Either to strike a deal with elements of the regime to remove Khamenei and install a more pliant leadership, following the Venezuela model, or to impose a maritime blockade to halt Iran’s oil exports, hoping to force capitulati…
The Indian Express by Bernard Haykel
Ram Madhav writes: Rahul Gandhi’s attacks on PM Modi, India-US deal only diminish the Leader of Opposition
When the LoP tried to call the Prime Minister “coward”, “vote chor”, “compromised” and “surrendered”, nobody took him seriously. Far from denting PM’s image, the episode once again highlighted the irresponsible and unbecoming behaviour of the LoP
The Indian Express by Ram Madhav
The World This Week | US revises interim trade deal fact sheet, BNP wins Bangladesh elections, and Apple Daily founder sentenced to 20 years
From the White House revising its fact sheet on the India-US interim trade deal to the Bangladesh general elections, here is a look at some of the major global events that took place this week.
The Indian Express by Soham Naha
P Chidambaram writes: US audacity, not reciprocity
The riddle is what will India buy for USD 500 billion over 5 years. This will wipe out the small trade surplus India enjoys with the United States. The US has few goods that will help bolster India’s economy
The Indian Express by P Chidambaram
Why India’s decades-old friendship with France persists despite pressures from Trump 2.0
Even as US President Donald Trump continues to shake down the post-World War II established global order, France has managed to remain important for Indian interests
The Indian Express by Arav Shah
As US forces near Iran, what we know so far about the prospects of an attack
What is the scale of the military build-up right now? What has Donald Trump said, and how has Iran responded? What could happen next? We explain.
The Indian Express by Rishika Singh
‘He will surrender again’: Rahul Gandhi’s jibe at PM Modi after Trump cuts global tariffs to 10%
Gandhi has been criticising the Centre over the interim India-US trade agreement framework, with his Budget speech in the Lok Sabha revolving around the specifics, or the lack of it, of the deal.
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Iranian students hold first large anti-government protests since deadly January crackdown
The protests come amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s nuclear programme.
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Trump cheers death of Iran’s Supreme leader Khamenei, says strikes will continue
Trump, who is monitoring the operation from his Mar-a-Lago oceanfront resort in Florida, posted on Saturday afternoon that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had died in the strikes.
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From counterattack to celebrations on Tehran streets: How Iran has responded US-Israel strikes so far
How has the Islamic Republic and its people responded to US-Israel strikes, Khamenei's death
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US-Israel attack on Iran — Khamenei dead, protests outside White House: Key events in the past 24 hours
Over 200 Iranians dead, flights disrupted at multiple airports; UNSC emergency meeting; here are the key events from the past 24 hours.
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Trump calls reporter’s question on Russia helping Iran ‘stupid’
Trump Russia Iran question controversy: US President Donald Trump called a Fox reporter’s question "stupid" during a White House roundtable.
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The World This Week | West Asia spirals into war, Trump faces 2 tariff setbacks, Nepal’s polls reflect generational shift
From the US-Israel strikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader and pushed West Asia towards war to the Nepal general elections, here is a look at a few major global events this week.
The Indian Express by Soham Naha
Donald Trump discourages Iran from playing at 2026 FIFA World Cup: ‘For their own life and safety’
Donald Trump's message appears to depart somewhat from what he relayed Tuesday at the White House to FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
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Trump’s ‘War-o-Meter’: From indirect talks with Tehran to decapitation strikes, track the US President’s fluctuating Iran timelines
We track the many headways and about-turns taken by the US Commander-in-Chief as the fate of West Asia hangs in balance.
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Brent crude price breaches $100 mark again as Iran strikes ships in Gulf region; IEA to release 400 mn barrels oil to combat spike
The latest attack on shipping in the Gulf region takes the total number of vessels struck to at least 16, with the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran showing so signs of slowing.
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Post-IEEPA: Why the US has launched Section 301 investigation into India, 15 others
USTR said that it formally initiated the investigations on March 11 and on May 5, the Section 301 Committee will convene public hearings. Fresh tariffs could be imposed on India and other countries after May
The Indian Express by Ravi Dutta Mishra
We heard the booms and felt gratitude, not fear: Living through a war under the UAE’s shield
From storybooks for children to 24-hour anxiety helplines, the UAE’s response to regional aggression has redefined what it means to protect a global population
The Indian Express by Miniya Chatterji
Trump threatens to ‘hit and obliterate’ Iran’s power plants if Strait of Hormuz not reopened in 48 hours
The threat comes a day after Trump granted Iran a "temporary waiver" to sell oil already at sea and said that he is considering winding down its military efforts in the Middle East.
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West Asia conflict: PM reviews mitigating measures planned, sets up team of key ministers
The meeting was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
The Indian Express by Harikishan Sharma
UPSC Key: Iran’s bid to target Diego Garcia, Antimicrobial resistance, and Jal Jeevan Mission
How is knowing about antimicrobial resistance relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics such as the tariff, use of IRBMs by Tehran, and the Jal Jeevan mission hold for both the Preliminary and Mains examinations? You can learn more by reading the…
The Indian Express by Roshni Yadav
Daily Briefing: US-Iran conflict could end in weeks, says Rubio; Musk joins Trump-Modi call
In today's edition: Project Hail Mary movie review, Us-Iran conflict, and more
The Indian Express by Anupama Yadav
Behind copper’s latest fall: West Asian conflict weighs on the metal’s demand outlook
Copper is essential to the modern economy, with uses ranging from housing and manufacturing to power grids, clean energy, artificial intelligence and defence. Thus, it is often seen as a barometer of economic health
The Indian Express by Pratyush Deep
Tavleen Singh writes: The war comes to India
As someone who has more secular interests, I attended book launches and dinner parties. In the backdrop there were sometimes televisions bringing the latest pictures of the war to remind us that we no longer live in normal times.
The Indian Express by Tavleen Singh
‘We’re fighting wars, not day care’: Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs
Funding for community assistance programmes, including grants supporting housing and employment services, would also be reduced.
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How the Iran war has left Gulf nations divided in their response
The countries worst affected by Iran’s horizontal escalation have been the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar. Yet, a clear difference in approach to the war has emerged among them. Here’s a look at all four of these countries.
The Indian Express by Shubhajit Roy
‘An Easter Miracle’: Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism
Trump has previously linked his political role to faith, saying at his 2025 inauguration that he believed God saved him from an assassination attempt during the 2024 campaign “for a reason”.
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Hell and Stone Age: As Iran war rhetoric intensifies, war veteran explains where conflict could go from here
What is so distinctive about Iran's strategy in meeting US-Israel's high-impact campaign? Is the war heading to a 'managed stalemate'? An expert explains.
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‘Makes no difference’: Trump on whether Iran, US will make a deal
Trump also issued a sharp warning to China amid reports that Beijing may be preparing to support Tehran militarily.
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Tense start to Iran-US peace talks in Islamabad as Tehran’s frozen assets, ‘red lines’ dominate
The Islamabad peace talks got off to a fractious start, dominated by a public dispute over frozen Iranian assets and a list of non-negotiable demands from Tehran, even as the two sides avoided meeting each other directly.
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Artemis II astronauts complete milestone voyage around the moon
Four astronauts safely returned to Earth after a record-setting journey around the moon, marking NASA’s first crewed mission to the lunar vicinity in over 50 years and a major step toward future moon landings.
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How France’s shift from Windows to Linux reflects broader push for digital sovereignty
This is the latest step by France to reduce reliance on US tech giants and strengthen its digital sovereignty by adopting locally developed software and cloud services.
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How Iran still controls the Strait of Hormuz despite a depleted navy
Although the US has claimed that it destroyed more than 90% of the Iranian Navy’s regular fleet, Iran was able to exercise leverage in the marathon peace talks in Islamabad. We explain why.
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US military seized Iranian-flagged container ship, Trump says
Trump says cargo ship tried to get past US naval blockade near strait of Hormuz ‘and it did not go well for them’
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Why Iran is not joining US talks: ‘Excessive demands, shifting positions and ongoing naval blockade’
The US had announced it would send officials to Pakistan for possible negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict involving the US and Israel in Iran.
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US orders global warning over alleged AI theft by DeepSeek and Chinese firms
The US is urging allies to address what it calls Chinese efforts to replicate American AI models, spotlighting DeepSeek and escalating tensions ahead of a Trump-Xi meeting.
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US Iran War News Live Updates: Iran rules out direct talks with US in Islamabad; asserts engagement through Pakistan
US Iran Israel War Ceasefire Peace Talks Today Live Updates: Shortly after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi touched down in Pakistan, his government made it clear that there would be no direct negotiations with American government representatives durin…
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‘We agreed to stop buying oil from Iran, Russia…’: RSS’s Madhav expresses surprise at strain in India-US ties
At the Hudson Institute in Washington, where RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale also delivered a lecture, Madhav flagged anxiety within the Indian diaspora over remarks such as “hell hole” and “laptop-wielding charlatans”.
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Trump evacuated after security incident at White House correspondents dinner; no sign of injuries
The Secret Service and other authorities swarmed the banquet hall as guests ducked under tables by the hundreds.
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Iran sends 14-point proposal to Trump via Pakistan; US President says he is ‘not satisfied’
The closure of Hormuz has disrupted a significant share of global oil and gas flows, pushing prices higher and raising international concern.
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‘Direct, damning admission of their criminal acts’: Iran after Trump’s ‘pirates’ remark on seizure of oil shipments
Trump had criticised Iran's leadership structure, calling it the only country in the world where nobody was willing to be a leader.
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P Chidambaram writes: Mitigating costs of start-stop war
The government claims that ‘all is normal’. The RBI seems more aware of the costs and consequences of the war
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China This Week | Why a tiny African nation matters to China on Taiwan, Meta-Manus deal and Pakistan’s submarine
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition covers the one African nation that continues to support Taiwan diplomatically, tech-related controversies, and a milestone in China-Pakistan defence ties.
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A US court has ruled against Trump’s new 10% tariffs. Why this may not be good news
A US court has struck down Donald Trump’s Section 122 tariffs, which were set to expire in July. Experts warn that this could prompt the US to move up its plans to impose a tougher tariff architecture
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Israel says it killed Hamas leader, the ‘last architect’ of October 7 strike
The Israeli strike was carried out amid continuing hostilities despite a fragile US-backed ceasefire reached in October
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Trump advisers fear China may invade Taiwan in next 5 years: Report
During the talks, Xi warned Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could push US-China ties toward "clashes and even conflicts", according to reports.
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Donald Trump throws Stephen Colbert into a dustbin in AI video: ‘Colbert is finally finished at CBS’
The post appeared just a day after CBS aired the final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, bringing Colbert’s 11-year tenure to an end.
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New ‘UFO files’ released by Pentagon: Videos show ‘orbs’ and ‘mysterious objects’
The release includes more than 50 videos along with documents and audio records.
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New friction point: Return-home rule for Green Card applicants
The announcement by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services is a sweeping reversal of a practice in place for over half a century. It could potentially impact thousands of Indians presently in the US in different stages of residence and seeking a Green Ca…
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‘Don’t rush into a deal’: Trump says talks with Iran still under way
Donald Trump said any deal with Iran would be different from past agreements.
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Trump says will hit Iran ‘very hard tonight’, US will take over Kharg Island soon
Trump escalated tensions with Iran by threatening strikes on Tehran and warning that US forces could take control of oil markets in Iran like Venezuela.
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Trump wants Iran’s uranium. Tehran buried it behind collapsed tunnels and mines: Report
The stockpile in question consists of roughly half a tonne of highly enriched uranium (HEU), material that experts say is close to weapons-grade.
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