Trump Media plans to launch the Trump Truth API, giving Wall Street traders faster access to Truth Social posts. The paid service has raised ethics concerns over market-moving presidential announcements. Trump Truth API Raises Questions Over Faster Access to Presidential Posts Trump Media & Technology Group is preparing to launch a paid data service that will deliver selected Truth Social posts to financial inst

Bangladesh freezes Sheikh Hasina assets worth $6.19 billion as authorities expand investigations into alleged corruption, money laundering and tax evasion. The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit says asset recovery efforts are underway with support from multiple government agencies. Bangladesh Freezes Sheikh Hasina Assets Worth $6.19 Billion Bangladesh has frozen assets worth Tk 760 billion (about $6.19 billion) linked to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her family members and ten of the country's largest business groups. The move marks one of the biggest financial enforcement actions since the political transition that followed the 2024 student-led uprising. Sheikh Hasina Investigation Expands Speaking during the release of the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) annual report in Dhaka, BFIU chief Ikhtiar Uddin Mohammad Mamun said court orders enabled authorities to freeze Tk 570 billion in assets within Bangladesh and another Tk 190 billion overseas. He did not disclose how much of the frozen assets belonged to individual family members or each business group. The investigation began after Sheikh Hasina left office on August 5, 2024, following widespread protests. She later traveled to India, where she has remained since. The interim administration led by Professor Muhammad Yunus directed authorities to examine allegations including corruption, bribery, fraud, forgery, money laundering, foreign currency smuggling and tax evasion involving Hasina's family and several leading corporate groups. Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit Leads Probe According to the BFIU, authorities are concentrating on tracing and recovering assets that investigators believe were transferred outside Bangladesh. Mamun said officials are working with international partners and expressed hope that progress on recovering overseas assets could be announced before the end of the year. The financial investigation is being coordinated by the BFIU with support from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The agencies are examining financial records, banking transactions and ownership structures connected to individuals and companies under investigation. Business Groups Investigation Covers Major Companies Authorities confirmed that the investigation includes S Alam Group, Beximco Group, Nabil Group, Summit Group, Orion Group, Premier Group, Nassa Group, Bashundhara Group, Sikder Group and Aramit Group. Officials have not announced individual findings against any of these companies, stating that investigations remain ongoing. The large-scale asset freeze highlights Bangladesh's efforts to strengthen financial oversight while addressing allegations of illicit financial activity. Officials say legal procedures and court approvals continue to guide the investigation. Asset Recovery Efforts Continue Responding to questions about whether the investigations were politically motivated, Mamun said political affiliation plays no role in financial intelligence work. He stated that authorities focus on suspicious financial transactions regardless of an individual's position or identity. Mamun also said banks are required to freeze accounts whenever suspicious activity is identified. He added that if evidence emerges involving members of the current interim government, those cases would also be investigated under the same legal framework. The BFIU said the investigation remains active, with asset recovery now a priority. Authorities have indicated that additional developments could be announced as financial reviews, legal proceedings and international cooperation continue. Source: Statements by the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) during the release of its annual report in Dhaka. Suggested internal links: Global News, Business & Economy, Government Policy, Bangladesh news archive, Money & Finance category.

India-Maldives trade relations are gaining momentum after senior ministers discussed faster progress on an investment treaty and proposed free trade agreement. The talks covered tourism, digital payments, startups, MSMEs and measures intended to make bilateral commerce more efficient. India-Maldives trade talks gain momentum Maldives Minister of Economic D

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Nara Lokesh takes Andhra Pradesh investment pitch to Seoul Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has taken the state’s investment outreach campaign to South Korea, holding discussions with business leaders and pitching Andhra Pradesh as a destination for new projects in technology, electronics, manufacturing and other major industrial sectors. Lokesh’s six-day official visit to South Korea, scheduled from July 5 to

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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is pushing the state to prepare for a possible future expansion of India’s ethanol economy, calling on officials to encourage investment in ethanol production and related fuel projects. His focus comes as India continues to debate the next phase of its biofuel transition after the nationwide expansion of E20 petrol. Naidu has previously urged the Centre to consider increasing ethanol blending

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has stepped up efforts to attract fresh manufacturing investment to the state, holding talks with South Korea’s Boo Young Group over a proposed footwear and components production facility. Continuing his South Korea visit on its fourth day, Lokesh met Boo Young Group CEO and President Director Ryan Kang and Business Strategy and Planning Manager Millie Richardson. During the discussions, he invited the company to examine investment opportunities in A

Microsoft begins new round of job cuts Microsoft has announced another round of layoffs, cutting nearly 4,800 jobs worldwide, or about 2.1 percent of its global workforce, as the company continues to restructure parts of its business. The latest Microsoft layoffs include a significant impact on the Xbox division, where about 1,600 employees have already been affected

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President Donald Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure shows more than $2.2 billion in reported revenue and income from cryptocurrency ventures, golf properties, licensing agreements, investments and legal settlements. The U.S. Office of Government Ethics released Trump’s certified annual financial disclosure on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The nearly 1,000-page filing provides an extensive but incomplete picture of his businesses, assets and incom

Shriners Children’s Chicago is marking 100 years of pediatric specialty care in 2026, recognizing a century of treatment, therapy and family support. Founded in 1926 by the Medinah Shriners of Chicago, the hospital began by providing free orthopedic treatment to children during the polio epidemic. Shriners Children’s Chicago Marks a Century of Care The hospital later treated children affected by bone tuberculosis and other serious conditions that hav

BERLIN — Proposed Volkswagen German plant closures could affect more than 45,000 workers as the automaker considers a restructuring that may raise total job reductions to about 100,000 worldwide. Reuters reported on Friday, June 26, 2026, that Volkswagen is reviewing possible closures of plants in Hanover, Zwickau and Emden, as well as Audi’s factory in Neckarsulm. The proposals have not been approved. Volkswagen declined to discuss confidential documents but acknowled

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Andhra Pushes Jonnagiri Goldfield Under SGF Vision The Andhra Pradesh government has officially accelerated its push into large-scale gold mining with the inauguration of the Jonnagiri goldfield project. The development has quickly triggered comparisons with the historically famous Kolar Gold Fields, though such parallels remain more symbolic than operational. The narr

India and the United States are edging closer to a structured trade agreement after fresh negotiations indicated reduced gaps on several contentious issues. US officials described the discussions as the most constructive phase so far, suggesting that a framework deal is now within reach, even though final clearance is still pending. The talks are part of a broader effort to establish a long-term Bilateral Trade Agreement aimed at improving market access, easing tariff friction, and stabilizing supply chain cooperation between the two economies. Tariff reduction and market access remain central issues At the core of the negotiations are tariff structures and access to each other’s markets. The United States is pushing for wider entry for industrial and agricultural goods, while India is focused on protecting sensitive domestic sectors while expanding export opportunities in technology, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. Both sides are trying to balance domestic political pressures with the need to expand bilateral trade volumes, which currently remain below their long-term potential despite strong economic ties. Digital trade and pharmaceutical rules under review A significant portion of the discussion is now centered on digital trade regulations and pharmaceutical standards. The US is seeking clearer digital data flow rules and stronger intellectual property protections, while India is prioritizing flexibility for its growing digital economy and affordable healthcare exports. Pharmaceutical trade remains a key pillar, with India seeking smoother regulatory pathways for generic drug exports, while the US is focusing on compliance and quality standard alignment. Strategic economic alignment driving urgency The urgency behind the negotiations is being shaped by global supply chain realignment and geopolitical competition. Both countries are increasingly aligning their trade policies within the Indo-Pacific framework, with an emphasis on reducing dependency on concentrated manufacturing hubs. India is positioning itself as an alternative global manufacturing base, while the US is looking to diversify sourcing and strengthen resilient supply networks. Next phase depends on unresolved policy gaps Despite visible progress, the agreement is not finalized. Several policy differences still need resolution, particularly around tariff ceilings, digital governance, and sector-specific protections. Officials from both sides are expected to continue technical-level discussions before moving toward a formalized trade framework. A final agreement timeline has not been confirmed, but momentum suggests continued acceleration in the coming months.

Alibaba challenges Pentagon designation in US court Alibaba Group has filed a federal lawsuit in San Jose challenging its inclusion on a US Defense Department blacklist that labels it as a “Chinese military company.” The company argues that the designation is unfounded, lacks proper legal basis, and was issued without adequate due process. The case adds further pressure to already strained relations betw

Meta will invest $900 million in Bengaluru-based fintech company CRED, while founder Kunal Shah prepares to take charge of WhatsApp globally. The linked announcements place one of India’s best-known startup founders at the center of Meta’s next phase in messaging, business services and digital payments. Watch: Why did Meta choose Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp? See o

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