The Congress party in Jammu and Kashmir has initiated a series of hunger strikes to advocate for the restoration of statehood, coinciding with the anniversary of the Quit India Movement. Despite repeated promises from the Modi government and BJP leaders, no concrete steps have been taken, prompting the party to escalate its protests.
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India has reportedly put on hold plans to acquire new US weapons and aircraft, signaling discontent following President Trump's imposition of steep tariffs on Indian exports. The purchases, including Stryker combat vehicles and Boeing P8I reconnaissance aircraft, were slated for announcement during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Washington, which has now been cancelled.
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Early Saturday morning, a shooting in Times Square injured three individuals following a dispute. The New York Police Department reported that a 17-year-old male suspect was apprehended at the scene, and a firearm was recovered. The victims, a 65-year-old man, a 19-year-old man, and an 18-year-old woman, are in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital.
President Trump has extended the trade truce with China for 90 days, delaying tariff escalations and export controls. This extension aims to provide more time for Washington and Beijing to resolve trade disputes and potentially arrange a summit between Trump and Xi Jinping later this year. While negotiations continue, analysts remain cautious about the prospects for a final deal.
Following the Flight AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad, Air India is launching a campaign to rebuild passenger confidence. MD and CEO Campbell Wilson assures customers of their safety through rigorous processes and advanced technology. The airline is gradually restoring international services, aiming for full resumption by October 1, while implementing detailed inspections and strengthened safety systems.
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