In retaliation to hiked tariffs by the Donald Trump government, China has clapped back at the US by announcing new taxes and restrictions on American products. This comes in response to heavy tariffs recently introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump. China’s Finance Ministry said it will add a 34% tax on all U.S. goods starting April 10. And from April 4, China will also limit the export of certain rare-earth metals—like samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium, and yttrium—to the U.S. According to China’s Commerce Ministry, these steps are being taken to protect the country’s safety and interests.
05 April,2025 02:31 PM IST
In a litmus test for President Aleksandar Vučić’s administration, thousand of students gathered in Belgrade for anti-government demonstrations reflecting widespread public dissatisfaction and the escalating momentum of anti-corruption protests. The catalyst for this movement was the tragic collapse of the Novi Sad railway station roof in November 2024, which claimed 15 lives—a disaster many attribute to governmental negligence. This gathering will be followed up by a rally in which students from across Serbia march on foot to the capital protesting against the current government.
15 March,2025 11:17 AM IST
In his speech at CPAC, President Trump emphasized his plan to declare a national emergency at the southern border to stop illegal immigration. He stated that he would take action to return millions of criminal aliens to their home countries. Trump also expressed his intention to send away people he described as fraudsters, liars, cheaters, globalists, and deep-state bureaucrats. According to him, these individuals would be removed from positions of power. He promised to keep working on "draining the swamp" and ensuring the government serves the people, not special interests. Trump’s message focused on protecting the country from illegal immigration and restoring a government that answers to the people.
23 February,2025 10:52 AM IST
Indian-origin Kash Patel took oath on the Bhagavad Gita, as the 9th Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). On Kash Patel to be sworn in as the Director of FBI, US President Donald Trump said, "... One of the reasons I love Kash (Patel) and wanted to put him in is because of the respect the agents had for him. He will go down as the best ever at that position. Turned out he was very easy to get approved. He is a tough and strong guy. He has his opinions... Trey Gowdy came out with an incredible statement and said that Kash is an incredible person and people don't realise it. When he said that, there was no doubt left. It was a big statement made by someone who is respected and is on the moderate side...”
22 February,2025 01:33 PM IST
While speaking at the Republican Governors Association Meeting, US President Donald Trump took a hilarious jibe at Former US President Joe Biden over funding to WHO. He said, "That's why you're not President anymore”, while attacking Biden over WHO funding.
21 February,2025 12:24 PM IST
Shashi Tharoor commented on the arrival of the second batch of 119 deportees from the US in Amritsar this morning. He explained that when deporting people, authorities usually choose the most convenient airport for the majority of those on the flight. He mentioned that most of the deportees were from Punjab and Haryana, which is why the plane landed in Amritsar. Tharoor also expressed concern about the use of a military aircraft for this operation. He said he hadn't seen any reports confirming whether the deportees were handcuffed or shackled, but if they were, he stressed that it should be protested.
16 February,2025 06:00 PM IST
On February 16, an aircraft carrying the second batch of 119 Indian nationals who allegedly migrated illegally to the US landed at Amritsar Airport. This is the second flight of deportees since US President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The migrants’ relatives claimed that they were tricked by agents who didn’t inform them that they were being sent to the US and UK through the 'Dunki' route. Earlier, on February 5, a US Air Force plane had brought deported Indian citizens to Amritsar. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann reassured that the deportees would be treated well and that all necessary arrangements had been made for their return and stay.
16 February,2025 12:45 PM IST
While US prepares to deport 2nd batch of illegal immigrants to India, on the illegal immigration issue, PM Narendra Modi said, "...Those who stay in other countries illegally do not have any legal right to be there. As far as India and the US are concerned, we have always said that those who are verified and are truly the citizens of India - if they live in the US illegally, India is ready to take them back. But it doesn't stop just there for us. These are people from ordinary families. They are shown big dreams and most of them are such who are misled and brought here. So, we should attack this entire system of human trafficking. Together, it should be the effort of the US and India to destroy such an ecosystem from its roots so that human trafficking ends...Our bigger fight is against that entire ecosystem and we are confident that President Trump will fully cooperate with India in finishing this ecosystem."
14 February,2025 11:41 AM IST
On February 13, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C., for a two-day visit, amidst ongoing tensions over trade tariffs. Upon arrival, he headed to the Blair House, where he was warmly greeted by the Indian community living in the United States. The members of the Indian diaspora were excited and eager to welcome him. Before PM Modi's arrival, the Indian flag was proudly displayed in place of the US flag at Blair House, which is the official guest residence for visiting foreign dignitaries. The prime minister's arrival in Washington was met with a cheerful and enthusiastic reception. PM Modi will be staying at the Blair House throughout his visit to the US, which is scheduled to take place from February 12 to 13. Watch video for more details.
13 February,2025 10:14 AM IST
On February 11, 2025, former President Donald Trump and Tesla founder Elon Musk criticized the U.S. foreign aid agency USAID, calling it "incompetent" and "corrupt" during a White House press conference. Musk, who now heads the Department of Government Efficiency, acknowledged that USAID does some good work but argued that it interferes too much in elections in dishonest ways. Trump supported this, saying he was elected to ensure government honesty and promised to look into other areas, like education and the military, for oversight. This criticism followed Trump’s January 20 order freezing most U.S. foreign aid, leading to a shutdown of USAID’s programs and staff, with its website going offline and the acting administrator appointed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
12 February,2025 01:17 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
