In response to US President Donald Trump's recent tariff increases on Chinese imports, Beijing announced it will impose additional tariffs on a range of US agricultural products starting next week. The new measures, affecting items like chicken, wheat, soybeans, and pork, aim to protect China's economic interests amid escalating trade tensions.
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Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket after the drawn third Test against Australia. Cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev personally congratulated Ashwin, who shared a screenshot of his call log. Ashwin finished his career as India's second-highest Test wicket-taker and a key figure in their home Test dominance.
Dennis Schroder's move to the Golden State Warriors has been emotional, especially spending Christmas away from family after his mid-December shift. The trade from the Brooklyn Nets involved De'Anthony Melton and Reece Beekham. Warriors GM Michael Dunleavy Jr. sees potential in Schroder, while the player balances career and family, with his son excited to meet Steph Curry.
US Vice President J D Vance is scheduled to visit India from April 21 to 24, accompanied by his family and senior Trump administration officials. During his first visit to India, Vance will meet Prime Minister Modi on April 21.
The UGC announced major changes to the 2025 CUET-UG exam, including reducing subjects to 37, shifting to exclusively computer-based testing, and standardizing exam duration to 60 minutes. Candidates can now choose subjects not studied in Class 12, but are limited to five choices. These revisions aim to streamline the process and address past logistical challenges.
A nine-year-old boy in Pune was detained for allegedly sexually assaulting a three-year-old girl. The boy, who reportedly told police he was influenced by social media, was released on bail and placed in his parents' custody. The incident occurred near their homes, and the families are acquainted.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Badhal village in Rajouri district to address the mysterious deaths of 17 people from three families. Authorities ruled out bacteria or viruses and are investigating other causes. A high-level inter-ministerial team and local investigators are examining the tragedy, with efforts to find the cause and provide relief to the affected.
Human traffickers are using social media platforms like TikTok to offer illegal migration routes from Canada to the US for Indian nationals. Meanwhile, a second flight with 119 deported Indians is set to arrive in Amritsar amid political controversy. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticizes the central government for defaming the state.
On February 15, a frenzy gripped Dubai International Airport as fans gathered to see the Indian cricket team arrive for the ICC Champions Trophy. Though mostly calm, the airport buzzed with excitement as players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and captain Rohit Sharma appeared. India faces Bangladesh in their opening match on February 20.
A school principal in Dhanbad allegedly made 80 Class X girls remove their shirts with messages during Pen Day, leading to an investigation by a five-member committee formed by the deputy commissioner. Parents and an MLA demanded action against the principal, who denies the allegations. The committee is reviewing CCTV footage and questioning staff members to gather more information.