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The United States has made its intentions in Bangladesh increasingly clear. From a C-130J Super Hercules landing in Chittagong to exercises like Tiger Lightning-2025 and Pacific Angel, Washington is building presence in a zone that touches both India and Myanmar. Dhaka, under its interim leadership, is seizing the moment. Saint Martin’s Island — a tiny […]
International
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. will not impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods over China’s purchases of Russian oil — unless European countries first impose steep duties themselves. Europe’s Expected Role Bessent emphasized that Europe must “do their share” to reduce Russia’s oil revenue. He suggested that strong “secondary tariffs” by European
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US trade negotiators will arrive in New Delhi on Tuesday for talks with the Commerce Ministry. The discussions were confirmed by Special Secretary Rajesh Agarwal and will focus on easing trade tensions between the two countries. Aim of the Talks The meeting is expected to address the steep tariffs recently imposed by the US on […]
International
Russia has praised India for continuing its strategic partnership despite escalating pressure from the United States and NATO. According to statements from the Russian Foreign Ministry, any attempts to break the ties—especially over India’s purchase of Russian oil—are “destined to fail.” Stand on Tariffs and Oil Purchases The U.S. recently imposed tariffs of up to […]
National
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said recent U.S. tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump are hurting India’s economy. He claimed about 1.35 lakh jobs (135,000) have already been lost in Surat’s gems and jewellery sector. Sectors like seafood and general manufacturing are also feeling negative effects. Need To Diversify Exports Tharoor urged India to look […]