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US and China Exchange Tariffs Amid Global Economic Concerns
The United States and China have entered a renewed phase of trade hostilities, marked by the implementation of significant tariffs targeting each other’s key industries. On March 12, President Donald Trump enforced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, a move reminiscent of his 2018 trade policies....
Voter ID, Aadhaar Link Vindicates Cong Stand
The Election Commission of India has announced plans to link Electoral Photo Identity Cards with Aadhaar numbers, aiming to enhance the accuracy of electoral rolls and eliminate duplicate entries. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, convened a high-level meeting with...
Karnataka Assembly Erupts Over Chief Minister’s Critique of RSS
A stormy session unfolded in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on Monday as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s critical remarks about the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ignited vehement protests from opposition Bharatiya Janata Party legislators, leading to multiple adjournments and a temporary suspension of proceedings. During his response to the Governor’s address, Chief...
Modi Criticises UN’s Irrelevance Amid Global Turmoil
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed strong criticism of international organisations, particularly the United Nations, labelling them as “almost irrelevant” due to their inability to adapt through reforms. In a comprehensive podcast interview with American scientist Lex Fridman, Modi addressed escalating global conflicts, including Middle East wars and rising...
Judge Blocks Trump’s Deportation Efforts Under 1798 Alien Enemies Act
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration’s attempt to deport Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a statute historically reserved for wartime scenarios. This development has sparked a legal debate over the scope of presidential powers concerning immigration enforcement. On...
Trump Plans Sweeping Visa Restrictions Affecting 41 Nations
The Trump administration is preparing to implement extensive travel restrictions on citizens from 41 countries, marking a significant escalation in its immigration policy. An internal memo, reviewed by Reuters, outlines a proposal to categorize these nations into three distinct groups, each facing varying levels of visa suspensions. The first...
BJP Triumphs in Haryana Civic Elections, Diminishes Congress Strongholds
The Bharatiya Janata Party has secured a decisive victory in the Haryana municipal elections, winning mayoral positions in nine out of ten municipal corporations, including a significant win in Rohtak, traditionally a Congress bastion. In Gurugram, BJP candidate Raj Rani emerged victorious with a substantial lead over her Congress...
BJP Dominates Haryana Civic Elections, Secures 9 Out of 10 Mayoral Seats
The Bharatiya Janata Party has achieved a significant victory in the Haryana municipal elections, securing nine out of ten mayoral positions across the state. This electoral success underscores the party’s robust presence in urban regions, dealing a substantial blow to the opposition Congress party. In Gurugram, BJP candidate Raj...
FM Criticizes T’Nadu Replacement of Rupee Symbol in Budget
The Tamil Nadu government’s decision to replace the official rupee symbol with the Tamil script “ரூ” in the state’s 2025-26 budget documents has ignited a political controversy, drawing sharp criticism from Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. She condemned the move as an act of regional chauvinism that threatens national...
BJP says liquor scam will bring down Tamil Nadu Govt
Tamil Nadu’s liquor procurement processes have come under scrutiny as the Enforcement Directorate intensifies its investigation into the state’s alleged ‘Chennai liquor scam.’ State BJP president K Annamalai indicated that this probe could have significant political ramifications, potentially mirroring the upheavals witnessed in Chhattisgarh and Delhi due to similar...
Pakistan Security Forces Rescue Hostages in Deadly Train Hijacking
A passenger train carrying over 400 individuals was hijacked in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, leading to a tense standoff that resulted in significant casualties. The incident occurred as the Jaffar Express, en route from Quetta to Peshawar, was ambushed by militants from the Baloch Liberation Army . The attackers disabled...
AAP Declares Independent Bid for 2027 Goa and Gujarat Elections
The Aam Aadmi Party has confirmed its intention to contest the 2027 assembly elections in Goa and Gujarat independently, foregoing any alliance with the Congress party. Senior AAP leader Atishi announced this decision during her visit to Goa, where she inaugurated the party’s new office in Margao. Atishi emphasized...
Mid-Flight Security Scare Forces Air India Flight to Return
An Air India flight en route from Mumbai to New York was compelled to return to Mumbai on Monday morning following a potential security threat detected mid-flight. The Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft, operating as AI119, was carrying 322 individuals, including 303 passengers and 19 crew members. The flight departed...
M.K. Stalin Calls for Joint Action on Lok Sabha Delimitation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin has called on his counterparts in several states to join forces in a united front against what he described as an “unfair” exercise in the delimitation of Lok Sabha seats. The Chief Minister, in a letter dated Friday, reached out to leaders...
Language Policy Clash Escalates Between Stalin and Amit Shah
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has intensified his criticism of the central government’s language policy, accusing it of imposing Hindi on non-Hindi-speaking states. In a recent address, Stalin claimed that the enforcement of Hindi had led to the extinction of 25 native north Indian languages over the past...
Khalistani Extremists Target Jaishankar in London
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar faced a security breach in London on Thursday when pro-Khalistani extremists attempted to attack him as he departed from an event at Chatham House. A video circulating online shows a man running towards Jaishankar’s vehicle and tearing the Indian national flag in front...
India in Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs Set to Start on April 2
President Donald Trump has announced that, starting April 2, the United States will implement reciprocal tariffs on nations imposing higher duties on American imports. This move aims to address perceived trade imbalances and protect domestic industries. In his recent address to Congress, President Trump criticized countries such as India,...
Congress Accuses EC of Voter List Manipulation, Alleging BJP Gains
The Congress party has leveled serious allegations against the Election Commission, accusing it of complicity in manipulating voter lists to benefit the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party . Senior Congress leaders claim that multiple voters share identical identification numbers, undermining the integrity of India’s electoral process. In a press conference...
