Former Trump aide Peter Navarro's anti-India stance faced fact-checks on X regarding Russian oil imports, prompting a sharp response from Elon Musk, emphasizing the platform's community-driven fact-checking system. Navarro accused India of profiteering and fueling the Ukraine conflict, claims countered by notes highlighting India's energy security needs and US double standards in importing Russian goods.
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In Princeton, New Jersey, the former homes of Presidents Grover Cleveland and Woodrow Wilson are drawing significant attention. Cleveland's Georgian mansion, Westland, recently sold for $5.28 million, while Wilson's Tudor Revival residence, where he lived until his presidency, is on the market for $6.5 million. Both properties boast historical significance and unique architectural features, reflecting their presidential past.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order to resist President Trump's planned immigration enforcement surge, prohibiting police assistance in federal operations. Johnson accused Trump of political retribution and undermining democracy. Trump criticized Chicago's crime rate and Governor Pritzker's response, while the White House called Johnson's order a publicity stunt.
Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser, Md Touhid Hossain, stated that Dhaka is open to improved relations with New Delhi, emphasizing the need for mutual cooperation. He mentioned that there's no update from India regarding the extradition request for former PM Sheikh Hasina, filed after she fled Bangladesh in August 2024.
During an official visit to Mumbai, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi met with Indian Minister Piyush Goyal and business leaders to review CEPA progress and boost sectoral collaboration. With non-oil trade reaching $37.6 billion in H1 2025—a 33.9% rise—both nations discussed expanding partnerships in logistics, healthcare, agriculture, and technology, and highlighted Bharat Mart's development.
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has issued new rules clarifying corporate tax treatment for Free Zone businesses. The updated framework broadens qualifying activities, including more commodities and treasury services, and sets clear pricing standards. These changes aim to boost transparency, align with global tax norms, and support the UAE’s economic growth by preserving Free Zones’ tax benefits under stricter compliance.
