The trade partnership between the United States and India has often swung between promise and friction. Hopes for a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) dimmed when President Donald Trump raised tariffs on Indian exports, then further penalized New Delhi for buying Russian oil after the Ukraine war began. India defended its stance as an issue of…
Trade Tensions Reignite The global economy is once again feeling the tremors of President Donald Trump’s tariff battles, with India now caught in the line of fire. After months of friction over Russian oil imports, New Delhi is facing fresh pressure from Washington—this time over American corn. The dispute underscores the deepening strains in one of the…
A Tragedy Becomes a Political Earthquake The shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative commentator and activist, on the campus of Utah Valley University has not only devastated his supporters but also plunged the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) into a storm of criticism. Kirk, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was gunned down on September 10, sending…
A Family’s Worst Nightmare The United States has been shaken by the horrific killing of 50-year-old Indian national Chandra Nagamallaiah, who was brutally beheaded in front of his wife and young son at a Dallas motel on September 10. The accused, 37-year-old Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, is a Cuban national residing illegally in the country. The incident, caught on surveillance cameras,…
Why Vigilance Matters In today’s hyper-connected financial ecosystem, cybersecurity has become as critical as capital reserves. For banks, a single breach can cripple operations, shake investor confidence, and compromise millions of customers. With cyberattacks growing more frequent and sophisticated, the stakes are higher than ever. Recognizing this, the State Bank of India (SBI)—the country’s largest…
A High-Stakes Encounter The Asia Cup 2025 group-stage clash between India and Pakistan in Dubai on September 14 was destined to be more than just another cricket match. With calls for boycott echoing in the build-up, the contest unfolded against a backdrop of political tension and public sentiment wary of rekindling sporting ties. What transpired was a…
Apple Leads India’s Export Boom India’s smartphone industry has achieved a remarkable milestone, with exports crossing ₹1 trillion in the first five months of FY26 — a 55% jump compared to the same period last year. At the heart of this surge is Apple, whose contract manufacturers Tata Electronics and Foxconn are steering the lion’s share of…
London on Edge Central London witnessed extraordinary scenes as rival demonstrations turned violent during a far-right “Unite the Kingdom” rally, raising troubling questions about the state of Britain’s political climate. Organized by activist Tommy Robinson, the march drew tens of thousands of people waving national flags, chanting anti-immigration slogans, and calling for radical change. The eruption of violence…
Policies that Stirred a Nation President Trump’s policy blueprint and executive choices have ignited a firestorm of dissent across the United States. Measures tied to immigration crackdowns, restructuring of federal agencies through initiatives like Project 2025, and planned rollbacks in social protections have provoked waves of anger. What began as localized demonstrations has evolved into a national…
The Spark of Controversy The Waqf (Amendment) Act, passed earlier this year and approved by the President in April, quickly became one of the most contested legal developments in recent memory. While the government claimed the law was crafted to curb encroachments and resolve long-standing disputes over Waqf land, Muslim groups raised alarms, branding the changes…
