President Trump defended his administration's new import tariffs, citing common sense, trade deficits, and historical treatment by other countries. He announced tariffs ranging from 20 to 50 percent on several countries, including Brazil, the Philippines and others. These tariffs, part of Trump's crackdown on "non-reciprocal" trade practices, will take effect on August 1, 2025.
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In a tragic incident near Sheikhpura, a 50-year-old man lost his life while attempting to save two buffaloes from the Varanasi-Deoghar Vande Bharat Express. Gopal Yadav's heroic effort to rescue the animals proved fatal when the high-speed train struck all three. The collision's impact scattered remains along the tracks, briefly disrupting train services on the Nawada-Kiul section.
Near the Chanderkot Langer site, five buses in a convoy of Amarnath pilgrims collided on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, resulting in minor injuries to 36 pilgrims. The incident occurred around 8 am as the buses traveled from Jammu to Pahalgam. Injured pilgrims received immediate medical attention at Ramban district hospital, and alternative transportation was arranged for their onward journey.
Heavy rain caused the Katli river to swell in Jhunjhunu district. A newly constructed road connecting Baghwali-Jahaj to NH 52 was washed away. This collapse disconnected Papra and Panchlagi villages. Locals allege substandard materials were used. They demand a high-level investigation and action against those responsible. Villagers insist on expert supervision for future construction to prevent recurrence.
The ACPDC has released the provisional merit list for 2025 first-year diploma admissions in Gujarat. Candidates can view and download the list from the official website, acpdc.gujarat.gov.in. The mock round choice filling will run from July 2–5, 2025, with the final merit list and mock results out on July 10. Round 1 of actual admission choice filling begins the same day. Students must follow the admission timeline closely to secure their preferred diploma seats.
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Brazil has warned of retaliation after the US imposed a 50% tariff on its copper imports, a move linked to Trump's support for Bolsonaro. President Lula da Silva criticized the tariff and the US embassy's defense of Bolsonaro, calling it interference. Trump cited national security for the tariff, while Brazil summoned the US ambassador to protest the embassy's statement.
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