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Trump administration to formally end USAID
Washington DC, March 29: US President Donald Trump's administration is moving to formally end the US Agency for International Development (USAID), notifying the remaining employees they will be terminated and the agency will be merged with the State Department, The Hill reported.
India among some other emerging economies at risk of Trump tariffs, Fitch says
New Delhi, March 29: Trading partners of the US, particularly those emerging market economies where the tariff rates faced by US exporters exceed those charged on US imports, are at risk due to the Trump administration's impending reciprocity plans, Fitch Ratings said in a report.
Minister Piyush Goyal allays fears on US Tariffs; says, India, US together are a force multiplier
New Delhi, March 29: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts to maintain relations with the Donald Trump administration in the United States of America (USA), saying that the world would think tomorrow what India thinks today. He said that India and US together are a "force multiply".
Tariff uncertainties to keep gold prices in India between Rs 87-90K range in H1-2025: Report
New Delhi, March 29: US tariff uncertainties are likely to push gold prices to Rs 87,000- Rs 90,000 in the first half of the calendar year 2025 (January- June), according to a report by ICICI Bank Global Markets.
India, US agree to finalise first tranche of bilateral trade agreement by fall 2025
New Delhi, March 29: In a bid to expand their bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, India and the US on Saturday concluded their talks in the national capital, broadly reaching an understanding to finalise the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement (BTA) by fall 2025.
India cannot be labeled tariff abuser, Modi's administration will navigate trade tensions: former US official
Washington, DC, March 29: Ray Vickery, former United States Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Trade Development on Saturday said that India can not be accused as the tariff abuser, adding that Prime Minister Modi and his administration will continue to manage the delicate trade relationship with the US.
India could lose USD 6bn in exports to US on 10 pc tariffs, rising to USD 31bn at 25 pc: Emkay
New Delhi, March 29: India could see a loss of around USD 6 billion, or 0.16 per cent of its GDP, in exports to the US if broad tariffs of 10 per cent are enacted, Emkay Global, a research & investment firm, said in a latest report.
'India has great Prime Minister': Donald Trump praises PM Modi's leadership, calls him very smart man
Washington, DC, March 29: US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) expressed optimism about the ongoing India-US tariff talks and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, referring to him as a "very smart man" and a "great friend."
President Trump hosts Iftar dinner, says 'keeping our promises to Muslim community'
Washington, DC, March 29: US President Donald Trump hosted an Iftar dinner at the White House, marking the Islamic holy month of Ramzan.
Tariffs are going to work out well between India-US: Donald Trump
Washington, DC, March 29: Higlighting a positive outlook for the India-US tariff talks, President Donald Trump said 'tariffs are going to work out well between New Delhi and the Washington, DC,' expecting a favorable outcome.
Trump expresses openness to tariff deals after reciprocal tariffs are enforced on April 2
Washington, March 29: US President Donald Trump has expressed openness to cutting tariff deals with other countries as he plans to unveil new taxes on imports in the coming days, but he suggested any deals would be made after the tariffs go into place on April 2.
It will 'work out very well', Trump says of trade issues with India
Washington, March 29: US President Donald Trump, on Friday, called Indian tariffs "brutal" but expressed optimism that things will "work out very well" between the two countries on trade.
India, US discuss trade, defence
Washington, March 29: India and the US, on Friday, discussed trade just days ahead of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs system kicks into effect.
Trump, Canadian PM Carney discuss ties
Washington, March 28: US President Donald Trump and the next Prime Minister of Canada will meet immediately after the upcoming elections in Canada, the American leader said on Friday after a call with Mark Carney, the current Prime Minister.
Canadian, US leaders to have phone call 'in next day or two'
Ottawa, March 28: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said that he will have a phone call with US President Donald Trump to discuss the trade disputes in the next day or two.
Danish leaders reject US claims on Greenland, reaffirm sovereignty
Nuuk (Greenland), March 28: Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has reaffirmed that Greenland remains part of the Kingdom of Denmark, rejecting recent remarks by US President Donald Trump, who said the US would "go as far as they have to" to acquire the island.
Trump pulls nomination of US permanent representative to UN citing narrow Congress lead
United Nations, March 28: US President Donald Trump is pulling the nomination of firebrand Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to be the permanent representative to the UN because of the party's slender lead in the House of Representative.
Trump pulls back Elise Stefanik's nomination as UN ambassador
Washington, March 28: US President Donald Trump, on Thursday, withdrew the nomination of Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik for ambassador to the United Nations (UN), saying he needs her to remain in Congress to "help me deliver" on his legislative agenda.
Shashi Tharoor welcomes Trump's recognition of India's Voter ID system
New Delhi, March 28: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has welcomed US President Donald Trump's recent recognition of India's voter ID system in his latest executive order aimed at overhauling the US federal election process. Trump's order mandates proof of citizenship for federal elections and imposes new restrictions on mail-in voting, drawing comparisons with election systems in India and other countries.
Canada PM Carney declares Canada's traditional ties with US are over amid auto tariff threats
Ottawa, March 28: In a dramatic shift in Canada's foreign policy, Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday declared that the long-standing economic and security relationship between Canada and the United States has ended, responding to US President Donald Trump's announcement of new auto tariffs that could severely impact Canada's economy, Politico reported.
White House withdraws Stefanik's UN Ambassador nomination over House GOP majority concerns
Washington, DC, March 28: The White House has withdrawn the nomination of Rep. Elise Stefanik as US ambassador to the United Nations, citing concerns over the Republican Party's narrow majority in the House of Representatives. The decision, announced by President Donald Trump on Thursday, aims to preserve stability in the GOP-controlled chamber, ensuring that the party maintains enough votes to pass key legislative initiatives, CNN reported.
Top MS-13 leader arrested in Virginia during major Trump-backed operation
Washington, DC, March 28: US authorities arrested a high-ranking MS-13 gang leader in Virginia on Thursday morning, marking a significant victory in a nationwide crackdown on violent criminal networks. Henrry Josue Villatoro Santos, a 24-year-old illegal migrant, was taken into custody on weapons charges during a raid in Prince William County, located about 23 miles outside Washington, DC, the New York Post reported.
Customs duty cuts, levy withdrawals an ongoing process, not linked to global events: FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, March 28: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the ongoing process of rationalizing customs duties and withdrawing the 6 per cent equalization levy, which began in 2023, is independent of any global events and will continue.
Zero tolerance for agents and fixers: US cancels over 2k visa appointments by bots
New Delhi, March 27: The US Embassy in India cancelled about 2000 visa appointments made by bots.
US deported 55 Indians since Jan 20: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh
By Sahil Pandey, New Delhi, March 27: Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh on Thursday revealed that since January 20, the US has deported 55 Indian nationals who arrived in India via Panama.
US auto tariff: JLR maker Tata Motors' shares drop over 5 pc
Mumbai, March 27: Shares of Tata Motors Limited, the parent company of luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), fell sharply on Thursday, after US President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on cars that are not manufactured in the United States.
Sensex gains 318 points, Nifty nears 23,600 on expiry day
Mumbai, March 27: The Indian stock markets ended on a strong note on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty closing in the green.
Trump's 25% tariff on auto components import may divert orders to India: FIEO
New Delhi, March 27: US President Donald Trump's latest tariff move to impose 25 per cent tariffs on auto and auto component imports could potentially reshape the international automotive supply chain. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) sees this as a potential opportunity for India.
US reciprocal tariffs: India can plan some 'easy wins' for Trump to mitigate larger impact
New Delhi, March 27: With the US reciprocal tariffs likely to come into effect from April 2, India needs to pursue negotiations by offering concessions in some key sectors, which would not hurt domestic industry but are important politically or economically for US President Donald Trump in exchange for tariff mitigation elsewhere, a report suggested on Thursday.
They WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN: US President Trump endorses Graham, Lummis, Hagerty for Senate re-election
Washington, March 27: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) endorsed three US Senators up for re-election, praising their loyalty and aligning their efforts with his agenda under the rallying cry, they "WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN."
Trump's auto tariff has limited impact on India, it may even open doors for auto component industry
New Delhi, March 27: The recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose a 25 per cent tariff on fully built vehicles (CBUs) and auto parts is expected to have little impact on India's automobile industry, according to a statement by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).
US tariffs on imported cars to weigh heavily on S. Korean carmakers
Seoul, March 27: US President Donald Trump's recent announcement to levy 25 per cent tariffs on all imported vehicles next month is expected to deal a heavy blow to South Korean carmakers, which largely depend on shipments to the United States, analysts said on Thursday.
Indian Indices under pressure after Trump announces tariff on US auto imports
Mumbai, March 27: Indian markets opened under pressure on Thursday after Donald Trump announced 25 per cent flat tariffs on US auto imports effective April 2nd 2025.
South Korea to hold emergency meeting on US auto tariffs
Seoul, March 27: The government will hold an emergency meeting with local automotive companies on Thursday to discuss the possible impact of the US administration's plan to start imposing auto tariffs next week, the industry ministry said.
European Union regrets Trump's car tariffs: EU Chief
Brussels, March 27: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed deep regrets about the United States' decision to impose tariffs on imported European cars.
Trump contrasts India's Aadhaar-EPIC linking with lax US voter identification
New York, March 27: US President Donald Trump has cited India's requirement for voters to link their Aadhaar card with their Election Photo Identification Card (EPIC) as an example of a nation ensuring the integrity of its election and contrasted it with the lax US voter identification system.
Trump announces 25 per cent tariff on imported cars
Washington, March 27: US President Donald Trump raised tariffs on imported automobiles and parts to 25 per cent and indicated that the reciprocal tariff system that goes into effect on April 2 will be “lenient”.
Leaked Signal chats reveal Trump officials sharing Yemen strike plans, admin downplays security breach
Washington, DC, March 27: A leaked Signal chat has revealed that senior Trump administration officials, including Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, National Security Adviser Michael Waltz, and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, shared details about an upcoming military strike on Yemen, The Atlantic reported.
Congress MP Manickam Tagore credits Manmohan Singh as Trump cites India's voter id system in US election reform
New Delhi, March 27: Congress MP Manickam Tagore has credited former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh for the Aadhaar platform after US President Donald Trump referenced India's voter ID system in his executive order reforming the US election process.
Trump moves to protect US auto industry with 25 per cent hefty import tariffs
Washington, DC, March 27: In a significant policy announcement from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump has declared a 25 per cent tariff on all imported vehicles entering the United States, a move he described as "very exciting" for domestic manufacturing.