Amid a series of executive orders, President Trump warned of 100% tariffs on Brics nations if trade remains unbalanced, incorrectly mentioned Spain as a member. He also signed notable actions like withdrawing from the Paris Accord, ending birthright citizenship, and renaming the Gulf of Mexico, sparking legal and international challenges.
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World Chess Champion D Gukesh and Viswanathan Anand were seen dancing to popular Bollywood songs at fellow Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi’s wedding, showcasing a rarely seen fun side of the GMs. Gukesh will participate in the Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, while being closely followed by Arjun Erigaisi in the FIDE chess rankings.
Colaba residents urge legislative assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar to halt the Rs 229-crore passenger jetty and terminal project at Radio Club near the Gateway of India. Their concerns include heritage impacts, traffic congestion, and environmental imbalances, urging feasibility checks before proceeding.
Donald Trump's anticipated return to the Oval Office is influencing global politics. His unpredictable diplomacy is reshaping alliances, spurring NATO allies' budget reevaluations, and prompting negotiations like the China-India border dispute resolution. Trudeau's resignation in Canada, Danish talks concerning Greenland, and potential Israel-Hamas negotiations hint at the Trump Effect in various geopolitical scenarios.
Ravindra Jadeja emphasized that the Indian team remained supportive of captain Rohit Sharma despite external criticism. Rohit Sharma's century in the ODI match against England not only silenced his critics but also boosted team morale ahead of the Champions Trophy.
US President Donald Trump announced a 26 per cent 'discounted' reciprocal tariff on India, stating that past charges were not entirely reciprocal. At a 'Make America Wealthy Again' event in the Rose Garden, Trump referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'great friend' but criticized India for its unfair treatment of the US.
Elon Musk refuted claims that foreign-born tech workers in the US are taking jobs from qualified Americans, highlighting a persistent shortage of engineering talent in Silicon Valley. This debate coincides with the backlash over Sriram Krishnan's appointment as a White House AI policy advisor, stressing the limitless potential for job creation.
The top headlines include Guru Randhawa's injury on set, Kangana Ranaut commenting on Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s rumored divorce, and Sunny Deol with MS Dhoni watching the India VS Pakistan match in Dubai. Additionally, Vineeta Singh questions Shraddha Kapoor’s jewelry brand on Shark Tank India, while Samay Raina jokes amid a controversy.
Praveen Kumar believes that Rohit Sharma will win another ICC trophy on March 9 in Dubai. India have already secured a place in the semifinals and will face New Zealand in the final group stage match on Sunday. The outcome will determine the semi-final match-ups. Rohit led India to a T20 World Cup win in 2024.
In Jaipur, a woman and her lover were arrested for allegedly murdering her husband, Dhannalal Saini, after he confronted them about their affair. The duo attempted to burn his body to destroy evidence. The incident mirrors a similar recent case in Meerut. The victim's family suspects more people might be involved.