tariffs
Donald Trump Calls Tariffs His "Favorite Word" as Supreme Court Case Looms on Trade Policy
Oct 01, 2025 01:03 pm CST
President Donald Trump defends his controversial tariff policy ahead of a critical Supreme Court hearing, claiming tariffs have generated "trillions of dollars" for the US economy despite legal challenges. His administration vows to maintain aggressive trade measures regardless of the court's decision on his use of emergency powers to impose global levies.
Trump Imposes 100% Tariffs on Foreign Films and Furniture to Boost US Manufacturing Industries
Sep 29, 2025 10:13 pm CST
President Trump announces significant tariff measures, including 100% tariffs on foreign-made films and substantial duties on imported furniture, aiming to revitalize US manufacturing sectors. These protectionist policies target industries where American jobs have declined significantly, with particular focus on Hollywood film production and furniture manufacturing in states like North Carolina.
Donald Trump Portrayed as Demon 'Asura' in Bengal Durga Puja Festival Following Trade Tariffs and Visa Restrictions
Sep 28, 2025 05:17 pm CST
A Durga Puja pandal in Baharampur, West Bengal has created controversy by depicting former US President Donald Trump as the demon 'asura', citing his 50% tariffs on Indian goods and strict visa policies as betrayal of friendship with Prime Minister Modi. The artistic representation, created by local artist Asim Pal, has gone viral on social media, sparking debates about the intersection of religion and political commentary during the sacred Hindu festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
India Refutes NATO Chief's Claims About Modi-Putin Conversation on Ukraine Strategy
Sep 26, 2025 07:47 pm CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly denied NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte's claim that Prime Minister Modi contacted President Putin regarding US tariffs, calling the statement "entirely baseless" and urging greater responsibility from NATO leadership. The controversy emerges amid improving India-US relations following recent diplomatic engagements and trade discussions.
Trump Hosts Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as US-Pakistan Relations Warm Amid India Tensions
Sep 26, 2025 09:10 am CST
President Trump met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the White House, signaling improving US-Pakistan relations while tensions with India grow over Russian oil purchases. The meeting follows a July trade agreement between the US and Pakistan and comes as Trump has imposed significant tariffs on India. This diplomatic shift occurs amid ongoing efforts to resolve conflicts in Gaza and ease tensions between the nuclear-armed South Asian rivals.
Trump Poised To Add Japan Stop To Upcoming Asia Trip
Sep 25, 2025 05:27 am CST
U.S. and Japanese officials are making arrangements for a trip by President Donald Trump to Japan next month, according to two government officials and another person briefed on the matter.
India, US Trade Talks On At Different Levels: Official
Sep 24, 2025 09:56 pm CST
India-US talks are happening at different levels covering both trade and non-trade issues, an official said.
"No Longer Seeking Differential Rights": China Ends Special WTO Benefits, Easing US Tensions
Sep 24, 2025 03:01 pm CST
China will no longer claim the benefits available to developing nations at the World Trade Organization, removing a point of contention with the US that's been a barrier to their agreement on reforming the global arbiter of commerce.
Immigration Crackdown To Tariffs: How Americans Rated Trump Policies
Sep 24, 2025 10:40 am CST
As US President Donald Trump completed eight months in the White House, Americans graded his second presidency based on his top policies, including his crackdown on immigration, crime, and imposition of tariffs.
Marco Rubio Hopes To 'Fix' 25% Tariffs On India Over Russian Oil
Sep 24, 2025 02:47 am CST
US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has indicated that the Donald Trump administration may be willing to 'fix' the additional 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India over its purchases of Russian oil.