In a major trade development, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, effective August 1, 2025, along with an additional penalty. Though he referred to India as a “friend,” Trump criticized India’s high tariffs, complex trade barriers, and continued defense and energy ties with Russia, stating: > “All things not … Read more
In a historic move, India and the United Kingdom have officially signed a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK on 24th July 2025. This deal marks India’s first full-scale free trade pact with a major Western nation and is expected to significantly boost trade, jobs, and … Read more
In a strong and controversial statement, US Senator Lindsey Graham has warned countries like India, China, and Brazil of severe economic consequences if they continue importing oil from Russia. The remark came amidst rising global concerns over the Ukraine-Russia war and efforts by the West to isolate Russia financially. The Senator stated that the US … Read more
In a surprising move, the European Union (EU) has imposed sanctions on a major refinery in Gujarat, India, due to its links with Russian oil giant Rosneft, which owns over 49% stake in Nayara Energy. This is the first time an Indian refinery has been directly impacted by EU sanctions related to the Russia–Ukraine war. … Read more
In a major development, NATO’s new Secretary-General Mark Rutte has issued a strong warning to countries like India, China, and Brazil over their ongoing trade ties with Russia. Speaking during a recent U.S. congressional briefing, Rutte made it clear that these countries could face serious economic consequences — including 100% tariffs and secondary sanctions — … Read more
Following recent military operations like Operation Sindoor, regional tensions in South Asia have drawn attention to the India-Nepal open border, a historically friendly arrangement now facing fresh scrutiny. While India and Nepal share a strong cultural, economic, and political bond, the open border policy, unique in many ways, also poses potential security risks if misused … Read more
In a serious international incident, Germany has accused the Chinese military of targeting one of its surveillance aircraft with a laser during a European Union (EU) operation over the Red Sea. The incident happened during the EU’s ASPIDES mission, a military operation aimed at protecting commercial ships from attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen. Germany’s … Read more
The U.S. under Donald Trump has announced a 35% tariff on textile imports from Bangladesh, effective August 1, 2025. This move is part of a broader “reciprocal tariff” strategy aimed at countries that Trump says are benefiting unfairly from trade with America. Bangladesh, now the second-largest textile exporter to the U.S. after Germany, will be … Read more
India’s recent diplomatic journey has been bold, strategic, and closely watched by the world. It began at the 2025 SCO Summit, where India refused to sign the final declaration due to differences with Pakistan and China, particularly over their unwillingness to address the issue of cross-border terrorism. This strong decision sent a message that India … Read more
In a shocking revelation, a senior White House insider has claimed that former President Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats are nothing more than a “theatrical show” designed to manipulate public attention and the stock market. According to a report by The Daily Beast, the insider stated, “There is no real deadline. It’s a self-imposed landmark … Read more