US President Trump's tariff war against India has sparked bipartisan concern in the US. Kurt Campbell warned that US-India ties are at risk, advising Modi not to yield to Trump. Mike Pence criticized tariffs for burdening American companies and consumers, advocating free trade.
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BJP leaders strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Indian economy, calling him delusional and ignorant for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" jibe. They highlighted India's economic growth and questioned Gandhi's investments in the same economy he criticizes. BJP leaders accused him of making anti-India statements and damaging his political credibility.
Shaina NC, a fashion designer and politician, has been named the Shiv Sena's new national spokesperson as the party, led by Eknath Shinde, gears up for upcoming civic elections in Maharashtra. This appointment follows a controversy involving a derogatory remark allegedly made by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Arvind Sawant regarding her switch from the BJP, which Shaina strongly condemned.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami surveyed disaster-hit areas, assuring residents of support. Approximately 274 stranded individuals, including tourists from various states, were evacuated from Gangotri. Rescue operations are ongoing with collaborative efforts from multiple agencies like police, SDRF, Army, and ITBP. Evacuees receive medical check-ups, and the Kedarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended due to heavy rainfall.
An Air India Boeing 787-9, en route to London from Delhi, aborted its takeoff on Thursday due to a suspected technical issue. Flight AI2017 returned to the bay as the cockpit crew followed standard procedures for precautionary checks. The airline is arranging an alternative aircraft to minimize passenger inconvenience and provide support during the unexpected delay.
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge criticized the BJP and JD(S) for their silence following Prajwal Revanna's conviction in a rape case. Kharge questioned the BJP's 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' slogan, accusing them of using other leaders to divert attention from such crimes.
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The Delhi High Court has rejected the interim bail application of Amritpal Singh, an accused in a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act related to the seizure of 103 kg of heroin at the Atari border by the Immigration Department in April 2022.