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Washington: Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark ruling declaring Donald Trump’s global tariffs illegal, questions have arisen about the fate of tariffs imposed on India. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump clarified that the Supreme Court decision will not affect the ongoing trade arrangement between the U.S. and India. Trump stated, “This will not change anything. They [India] will impose tariffs, and we will not.” He emphasized that the previous arrangement with India remains intact, even as he announced a new 10% global tariff under a separate legal provision. Trump Criticizes Supreme Court Trump expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Court’s ruling, calling it disappointing and accusing some justices of lacking the courage to act in America’s national in...

Washington: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reacted sharply to the Supreme Court’s decision invalidating his global tariffs, calling the ruling “deeply disappointing” and asserting that the tariffs were in the national interest. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said the Court “did not understand” his agenda to make America great again and accused some justices of being influenced by foreign interests. Despite the setback, Trump announced that he has alternative legal avenues to reinstate tariffs. He declared plans to impose a new 10% global tariff, stating that those celebrating the Court’s decision “will not be happy for long.” New Executive Action Under 1974 Trade Act Trump clarified that the Supreme Court ruling did not cancel the previously imposed tariff...

Washington: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed outrage over the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down his global tariffs, calling the ruling “insulting.” Trump has criticized the Court for overstepping its authority and indicated that he has a backup plan to bypass the decision. Trump had imposed the tariffs last year on several countries, framing them as necessary for the U.S. economy. The Supreme Court, in a historic 6-3 ruling, declared the tariffs illegal, noting that Trump misused powers granted under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court emphasized that the authority to impose such tariffs lies with Congress, not the President. No Official White House Response At the time of the Supreme Court ruling, Trump was reportedly atte...

Washington: The U.S. Supreme Court has dealt a major blow to former President Donald Trump by declaring the global tariffs he imposed as illegal. The Court ruled that Trump exceeded his authority and that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not permit the president to unilaterally impose such tariffs. Trump had repeatedly defended the tariffs, claiming they generated significant revenue for the U.S. government. However, the Supreme Court has now invalidated these measures, raising questions about the fate of the billions collected under them. Notably, the Court did not clarify whether the revenue should be returned to the affected countries. $13.4 Billion Collected from Importers According to filings from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection submitted to...

Tel Aviv/New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic move, India has joined a group of over 100 countries at the United Nations in criticising Israel’s unilateral actions in the West Bank, marking what observers are calling a major foreign policy turnaround just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit to Israel. Initially, when a joint statement was issued on February 17 by 85 nations, India’s name was missing from the list. However, in a surprising development, India added its support late on February 18, just before the deadline, shocking diplomatic circles and drawing widespread attention. The joint declaration was read out at the United Nations by Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour, accompanied by diplomats from dozens of signatory countries. Joint Statement Co...

Islamabad: India’s decision to significantly expand its fighter jet fleet by approving the purchase of 114 Rafale aircraft from France has triggered serious concern among Pakistani commentators, with one prominent Pakistan-based defence analyst claiming that the scale of the deal is equivalent to nearly half of Pakistan’s national budget. The Indian Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has recently cleared the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets along with six P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft, strengthening India’s aerial and strategic reconnaissance capabilities. The move has been widely viewed as a major step toward boosting the combat strength of the Indian Air Force. Reacting sharply to the development, Pakistani commentator Qamar Cheema, often described as close to Pakistan’s...

Helsinki/New Delhi: Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has strongly praised the recently signed India-European Union trade agreement, calling it a model the world should follow at a time when global economies are facing rising protectionism and tariff wars. Orpo said the EU-India trade deal is not only important for Europe and India, but also holds global significance by opening new opportunities for economic cooperation and sustainable development. He urged nations to move towards free trade instead of increasing tariffs. The Finnish Prime Minister made the remarks after meeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday. Speaking to Reuters, Orpo said: “In today’s world, trade agreements have immense value. We do not need more tariffs across the world. W...

Washington: Pakistan has found itself in a politically sensitive and diplomatically complicated position over the ongoing Gaza crisis, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif prepares to visit the United States this week for a high-level meeting chaired by US President Donald Trump. The meeting, being held under the framework of the proposed “Gaza Board of Peace,” is expected to discuss the formation of an International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza. According to a report by Reuters, citing three Pakistani sources, Islamabad is seeking assurances from Washington that any Pakistani troops deployed in Gaza will be assigned strictly to a peacekeeping mission and will not be involved in direct fighting against Hamas. The meeting, scheduled for Thursday, will reportedly include delegations ...

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a fresh warning of military escalation, claiming that Pakistan could carry out air strikes inside Afghanistan and stating that another war with India remains a “possibility” under the current circumstances. In a controversial statement, Asif accused India and Afghanistan of allegedly supporting proxy terrorism against Pakistan, while also blaming Kabul for allowing militant organisations to operate from Afghan soil. Asif’s remarks were made during an interview with French news channel France 24, where he claimed that Pakistan would not hesitate to launch aerial attacks across the border if Afghanistan fails to guarantee peace and stability. “If Kabul does not ensure peace, Pakistan will not hesitate to conduct further ...

Dhaka: Just hours after Tariq Rahman was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Bangladesh, an unexpected and discreet visit by Bilal Erdogan, son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has sparked intense political speculation across South Asia. Bilal Erdogan reportedly arrived in Dhaka on Wednesday morning in a private aircraft—less than 24 hours after Tariq Rahman’s oath ceremony. The visit was not publicly announced in advance, raising questions about Turkey’s rapidly growing interest in Bangladesh’s political landscape and its intentions with the newly formed government. Observers believe the timing of the visit indicates a calculated Turkish attempt to deepen its influence in Dhaka at a critical moment of political transition. Turkey Expanding Footprint Since 2024 Repo...