Amidst deepening India-Russia oil ties, President Trump has escalated sanctions against New Delhi by imposing an additional 25% tariff, bringing the total to 50%. India's external affairs ministry swiftly condemned the increase as unfair and unreasonable, emphasizing that its oil imports are driven by energy security needs. Trump also hinted at potential secondary sanctions against China for similar actions.
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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir's rise in Pakistan, following a military standoff with India, signals a shift towards greater military influence. Despite denials, speculation persists about his expanding role in civilian affairs. Amidst economic challenges and internal strife, Munir's hardline stance towards India and crackdown on dissent, including Imran Khan's imprisonment, raise concerns about the nation's trajectory.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Monday. While Nifty50 went above 24,600, BSE Sensex was up over 150 points.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a renewed focus on 'Swadeshi' amid global economic instability. Speaking in Varanasi, he urged Indians to prioritise locally-made products, emphasising the need for national unity and economic self-reliance. Modi cautioned against inward-looking trade policies of other nations and stressed India's commitment to becoming the world's third-largest economy.
The Kremlin announced that a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected as early as next week, potentially in the United Arab Emirates. This meeting comes as Trump seeks to pressure Russia on trade and resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Lionel Messi plans to visit India in December 2025. The Argentine captain will tour Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. He will unveil a 70-foot statue and participate in 'GOAT Cup' events. Messi will conduct masterclasses with children and meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The tour includes events at Eden Gardens and Wankhede Stadium.
The India vs England Test series has sparked debates over the spirit of cricket, with India accumulating more ICC demerit points. Sri Lanka statistically emerges as the worst-behaved team in the last two years, while England, Australia, and South Africa have the fewest demerit points. Despite recent tensions, England ranks among the best-behaved teams, and India sits in the middle.
Manoj Tiwary, former Indian cricketer, strongly opposes the India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match, citing recent terror attacks and ongoing military operations. He believes playing Pakistan sends the wrong message amidst heightened tensions, referencing the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. While condemning terrorism, Sourav Ganguly offered a contrasting view, emphasizing that sport should continue.
A 22-year-old farmer, Gaurav Nikam, suffered a partial leg amputation after a 'Phatka gang' attack near Kalyan while traveling on the Tapovan Express. A minor struck Nikam, causing him to fall from the train, and then robbed him of his phone and cash. Kalyan GRP apprehended the 16-year-old accused from Irani Pada, a known crime hotspot.
Opposition members of the INDIA bloc are divided over the ongoing parliamentary disruption concerning the special intensive revision of Bihar's electoral rolls. While some MPs urged for a return to normal proceedings, larger parties insisted on holding the government accountable for allegedly evading discussion on the critical issue.