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TopicTrump's tariffs

Topic: Trump's tariffs

‘Standing like a wall’: PM Modi vows to protect interests of farmers in Independence Day speech 

New Delhi: Amid the American tariff hike, PM Narendra Modi in his 12th consecutive Independence Day speech reiterated that India will not compromise on...

Modi govt has learned from past FTAs. Its priority now is building a manufacturing powerhouse

Past FTAs failed to yield much benefit because they exposed domestic industries to global competition without strengthening the manufacturing ecosystem.

China rejects Trump’s accusation that it breached Geneva trade deal

The two countries had agreed on a 90-day pause & lifting restrictions on Chinese exports needed for US semiconductor, electronics, and defence production in May this year.

California governor, attorney general file lawsuit challenging Trump’s tariffs

The lawsuit argues that Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs through International Economic Emergency Powers Act, creating immediate & irreparable harm to California.

V is not for victory, but volatility—what is VIX & why are Trump’s tariffs roiling the ‘fear gauge’

Over the last week, volatility indexes (VIX) across the world have surged, with the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) and the India VIX surging by 120 and 65 percent, respectively.

Before rushing to panic over Trump tariffs, read this October report to understand his intent

Stephen Miran, the brain behind Trump’s tariffs, wrote a report that helps explain the president’s present approach. It also shows why this approach is unlikely to work.

Trump’s reckless policies won’t be the end of the American era or its global leadership

Leadership is not just about being a leader but also having others who are willing to be led.

Penguins, polar bears & tariffs: Trump’s trade war lands on ice with no one to tax but the wildlife

Several tiny, obscure territories—some uninhabited, others with little to no export activity—have been hit by Trump's tariffs.

Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs are tone deaf theatrics. India must weather the storm

Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs have been unleashed on India despite its efforts to appease the US, leaving New Delhi with little to show for the concessions it has made.

Indian drugmakers relieved as they dodge Trump tariffs but medical devices industry takes a hit

However, in his Wednesday speech, Trump indicated that tariffs on pharmaceutical imports may not be totally off the table.

On Camera

In Bihar, BJP is courting upper castes—a clear shift from its 2020 strategy

With two parties led by Dalit leaders now part of NDA, the BJP is hopeful of winning a large number of reserved constituencies.

US sanctions Rosneft & Lukoil: What we know of 2 oil giants that produce half of Russia’s crude

Rosneft, the Russian state-owned oil behemoth, has large interests in India. Reliance has a contract to purchase 500,000 barrels of crude per day from the firm.

From battle of wits and daring air strikes to artillery fury, new details emerge of Operation Sindoor

Fresh details of operation conducted by IAF, Army have come out in gazette notification giving citations of those who were awarded Vir Chakra for their bravery.

CJI, IPS, IAS & Homebound: A wake-up call 75 years in the making

Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.