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Trump bans nationals of 12 countries from entering US, citing security concerns

By Jeff Mason and Nandita Bose WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday banning the nationals of 12 countries from entering the United States, saying the

Days after exiting govt’s DOGE, Elon Musk calls Trump’s funding bill ‘disgusting abomination’

Musk condemned the legislation, writing: 'This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it...'.

Chinese Nationals Charged with smuggling hazardous biological pathogen into US

Washington, DC : Two Chinese nationals have been charged by the US Department of Justice for allegedly smuggling a dangerous biological pathogen into the...

Trump’s executive order doubling tariffs on steel, aluminium imports comes into effect

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett says thorough study of data revealed the need to push for tariffs from 25% to 50%.

6 injured in Colorado after 45-year-old man throws firebombs at a crowd, shouts ‘free Palestine’

The man threw incendiary devices in Boulder where a demonstration to remember Israeli hostages who remain in Gaza was taking place. FBI investigating incident as act of terrorism.

Israel agrees to US envoy’s ceasefire proposal for Gaza, says White House

While confirmation is awaited from Israeli govt, media reported that PM Netanyahu told families of hostages held in Gaza that Israel had accepted the deal.

One killed in explosion outside US fertility clinic, officials call it ‘international act of terrorism’

Four others have been injured & several buildings damaged after a bomb exploded outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, Saturday.

US pushes for direct India-Pakistan talks, ‘dealmaker’ Trump ready to aid ‘pursuit of peace’

The US president Tuesday took credit again for brokering the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which was achieved Saturday.

Amid Trump’s crackdown, FBI arrests Wisconsin judge for helping illegal immigrant avoid arrest

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is facing two charges for hindering and concealing the person from arrest.

IMF growth outlook is cautiously optimistic. It seems to leave out impact of larger disruptions in US

The growth projections for the US seem to be at odds with rising probability of recession put out by various agencies. Tariffs may weigh on US & China the most.

On Camera

Musk’s golden touch is on the line. Tesla needs him to do what he does best — sell a pen

Tesla sales have been sliding, profits have been shrinking, and brand loyalty is faltering. Elon Musk’s politics has something to do with it.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.