India plans to reduce tariffs on over 50% of US imports worth $23 billion under a new trade agreement to prevent reciprocal tariffs. Negotiations are set to address these changes, with India pursuing balanced reforms and seeking relief from potential US tariffs.
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Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, along with his wife Akshata Murty and her mother Sudha Murthy, visited the Taj Mahal, attracting many onlookers. Sunak, known for his tenure as the 57th British prime minister, also showcased his cricketing skills in Mumbai prior to this visit.
Top Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Abu Qatal was gunned down in Jhelum, Pakistan, by unidentified assailants. Qatal, a close aide of LeT founder Hafiz Saeed, was returning from a meeting with a Pakistan Army commander. The attack is believed to be due to infighting within LeT ranks. Qatal was involved in several terror activities, including attacks in J&K.
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