India and the US are in talks to finalise the first phase of a trade deal by July. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is in the US for discussions. India wants relief from a 26% duty on some items.
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Gaurav Jaisingh, an Indian-origin senior at Bentley University, tragically died in a balcony fall during a pre-graduation trip to the Bahamas. The incident occurred at a hotel on Paradise Island, prompting an investigation by local authorities. The university community mourns the loss of Jaisingh, a finance major, as commencement approaches.
India faces a potential remittance problem as the US tightens migration policies and proposes a 5% tax on remittances. This could significantly impact the $120 billion India receives annually, with the US being the largest contributor at $32 billion.
Amidst the fallout from Operation Sindoor, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is set to visit China for bilateral talks, focusing on regional stability and security cooperation. Discussions will also involve Afghanistan, addressing trade and security concerns following the recent conflict with India.
A 36-year-old woman from Nagpur has mysteriously disappeared from Hunderban village, the last village near the Line of Control in Kargil, Ladakh. She arrived in Kargil with her 15-year-old son on May 9th, and was last seen on May 14th. Police are conducting a search operation and have contacted her relatives.
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices have exhibited volatility amidst global economic uncertainties, including concerns over US trade policies and a recent credit rating downgrade. Despite previous highs, prices retreated, influenced by a preliminary US-China trade agreement.
India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. The Jal Shakti ministry informed the cabinet secretary. The treaty will remain inactive. This will continue until Pakistan stops supporting cross-border terrorism. Pakistan has requested India to reconsider the treaty. They cited the dependence of millions on the water regulated by it. The decision follows a terror attack in Pahalgam.
Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of an iconic era. With 40 Test wins as captain, he leaves as India’s most successful red-ball leader. His passionate leadership and consistent performances, especially at No. 4, transformed Indian cricket. The void left behind is immense — on the scoreboard and in spirit.
India has voiced strong concerns over the recent political turmoil in Bangladesh, triggered by the banning of the Awami League under a revised anti-terrorism law. This action, along with the revocation of the party's registration, raises worries about shrinking democratic space. India urges Bangladesh to hold free and fair elections, emphasizing the importance of democratic freedoms.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in early trade on Tuesday a day after an over 3.5% rally. While Nifty50 went below 24,750, BSE Sensex was below 81,700.