Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said that no trade deals will be rushed, rejecting restrictive conditions from partner nations. This comes amid ongoing EU-India free trade talks and discussions with the US. Goyal's remarks follow pressure from the US and EU regarding India's Russian crude oil purchases, with the US imposing tariffs.
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AB de Villiers and Matthew Hayden express their admiration for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's continued presence in Indian cricket. Both former cricketers highlighted the invaluable mentorship the duo provides, while acknowledging the inevitable end of their careers. They are focused on the 2027 World Cup, with Kohli's current Australian tour potentially being his last.
The Indian cricket team arrived in Perth for their ODI series against Australia, with Virat Kohli's cryptic social media post initially sparking speculation about his future. However, the message was revealed to be a brand promotion, shifting focus back to his on-field preparations alongside Rohit Sharma during a training session.
A tragic bus fire in Andhra Pradesh, claiming 20 lives, was ignited when a motorcycle was dragged beneath the vehicle. Sparks from the collision, combined with flammable bus materials and a cargo of cell phones, rapidly intensified the blaze. Authorities have established the sequence of events and are proceeding with victim identification and body repatriation.
President Trump has halted plans for federal forces in San Francisco following appeals from tech leaders like Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Salesforce chief executive Marc Benioff. Mayor Daniel Lurie also confirmed the withdrawal, stating the city prefers federal law enforcement partnerships over military-style deployments to combat crime and aid recovery.
Gold prices saw a slight increase on Wednesday. This followed a significant drop the previous day. Investors are now keenly observing US inflation figures. These numbers will offer clues about the Federal Reserve's future interest rate decisions. The market is anticipating potential buying opportunities after the recent price decline.
During his trip to Delhi, Rahul Gandhi stopped by the famed Ghantewala sweet shop, rolling up his sleeves to create Imarti and Besan Laddus. Sushant Jain, the jovial shopkeeper, couldn't help but jest, suggesting the Congress leader should settle down soon to place a larger order for wedding sweets.
In a dramatic twist, Assam Police apprehended Md Injamul Hoque for creating a contentious video surrounding the death of popular singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore. Although authorities in Singapore are treating the case as an accidental drowning, Hoque admitted to manipulating and publishing provocative statements.
After enduring 11 years of wrongful imprisonment for a murder he did not commit, a farmer's long fight for justice has finally paid off. Misfortune and poverty had deprived him of legal aid, leaving him in a nightmarish limbo for over three decades.
Afghanistan's Taliban government is constructing a dam on the Kunar River, aiming to restrict water flow to Pakistan amidst escalating border tensions. This development follows India's decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty after a terror attack. The dam project intensifies regional water disputes, impacting vital resources for both nations.