Washington: In a sharp rebuke to India’s energy strategy, US President Donald Trump’s trade adviser Peter Navarro has labelled New Delhi the “Maharaj of tariffs” and accused it of running a “profiteering scheme” by importing Russian oil. Navarro confirmed that punitive tariffs of 50% on Indian imports will take effect as planned next week, including...
Russia launched its largest wave of drone and missile attacks since mid-July, targeting multiple regions in Ukraine and killing one person while injuring several others. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, some of the missiles were directed at a US-owned business in western Ukraine that manufactures everyday products such as coffee machines. The attack wounded...
Ukraine is pressing for strong security guarantees as a condition for any peace agreement with Russia, following high-level talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump, and European leaders. While Washington has pledged involvement, questions remain over the scope of these guarantees and whether they will extend beyond the material and financial aid...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Tuesday that security guarantees for Ukraine are likely to be finalized within the next 10 days. The announcement came after his meetings with US President Donald Trump and European leaders in Washington. Zelensky revealed during a press briefing that details of the guarantees would soon be formalized on paper,...
The Congress party on Wednesday sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff and additional penalty on India, effective August 1. The opposition alleged that Modi’s “failed foreign policy” and his close relations with Trump have led to this economic setback for the country. In a post on...
The Indian government on Wednesday said it has “taken note” of US President Donald Trump’s announcement imposing a 25% tariff plus penalties on India effective August 1 and is closely studying its implications. In a statement, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry emphasized that India remains committed to concluding a fair and mutually beneficial trade...