India and the United States are set to return to the negotiating table on Tuesday to work toward finalizing a crucial trade deal, weeks after relations were tested by steep tariffs imposed by Washington. The move follows President Donald Trump’s decision to levy punitive 50 percent tariffs on Indian exports as a response to New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The resumption of discussions marks a potential turning point in efforts to restore momentum in bilateral econom

The Russian Foreign Ministry has praised India for firmly resisting ongoing pressure from the United States and Nato countries to halt oil imports from Russia. Moscow highlighted that India has continued honoring its commitments despite mounting threats and new trade restrictions, underlining that any attempts to undermine the partnership between the two nations are destined to fail. In a strongly worded statement, the ministry emphasized that ties between Moscow and Delhi are steadily advanc

The possibility of a significant trade agreement between the United States and India has taken center stage after fresh comments by US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Speaking about key trade priorities, Lutnick made it clear that progress on the long-discussed deal will depend heavily on India ending its purchase of oil from Russia. His remarks underline the ongoing tensions between Washington and New Delhi over trade practices, energy choices, and global a

Poland was forced to close its main airport in Warsaw and scramble fighter jets late Tuesday following reports that Russian drones linked to the war in Ukraine may have violated Polish airspace. The move sparked heightened security measures across the country as Poland and its Nato allies worked to assess the potential threat. Initial reports from Ukraine’s air force indicated that Russian drones had crossed into Polish territory, raising concerns about the safety of the south

Russia has taken a major step in the global fight against cancer with the announcement of Enteromix, a new mRNA-based cancer vaccine that has shown 100% efficacy and safety in early human trials. Developed by the National Medical Research Radiological Centre and the Engelhardt Institute of Molecular Biology, Enteromix was tested on 48 patients with colorectal cancer. The results revealed tumour shrinkage and zero serious side effects, positioning this innovatio

US President Donald Trump extended greetings to China on its Victory Day celebrations and sent what he described as warm regards to world leaders Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un. His message came in the form of a statement where he linked historical sacrifices made by American soldiers during China’s wartime struggle to present-day global politics. The statement sparked widespread attention, not only because of the sensitive timing of the message but also because of the leaders he specif

Russia is offering India bigger oil discounts, with the price of its Ural grade oil dropping to a discount of $3 to $4 per barrel, as reported by Bloomberg. The price reduction applies to cargoes expected to load in late September and October, reflecting Moscow’s efforts to maintain its oil trade with India amid rising tensions with the US. India has become a significant importer of Russian crude oil, especiall

United States President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on India’s trade policies, describing India–US trade ties as a “one-sided disaster.” His comments came on September 1, against the backdrop of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Tianjin, China, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen engaging with each other on the sidelines. Trump’s remarks highlighted his conti

United States President Donald Trump’s trade adviser Peter Navarro has reignited controversy with remarks defending the administration’s decision to impose a 50 percent tariff on Indian imports. Navarro, who has been one of the chief architects of Trump’s protectionist trade policies, sparked outrage by linking his defense of tariffs to caste-based criticism of India’s elite while simultaneously accusing New Delhi of aiding Moscow in its

Former United States President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on Sunday, August 31, declaring that America would be completely destroyed without the tariffs he imposed during his time in office. His comments came only days after a federal appeals court ruled that the majority of those tariffs were unlawful, sparking yet another political and legal clash over one of the central elements of his economic policy. Writing on TruthSocial, Trump insisted that wit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a significant telephone conversation with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday, marking a key moment in international diplomacy. The discussion centered on the ongoing situation between Ukraine and Russia, as well as recent developments in the war. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed the call, providing a brief statement highlighting the content of the exchange. This call came just a day before M

Following the narrative established during the Trump administration, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has drawn a connection between US tariffs, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, and India’s role in the global energy market. On Wednesday, Graham responded sharply to reports of a deadly Russian strike in Kyiv that killed at least 23 people. His message on X directly addressed India, China, and Brazil for their continued purchase of Russian crude.

US Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a stern warning to India, China, and other nations continuing to buy Russian oil, arguing that such purchases are directly enabling Moscow’s war in Ukraine. His remarks came shortly after Russia launched a deadly missile strike on Kyiv early Thursday, killing at least 23 people, including children. The Republican Senator linked Russia’s ability to fund its war machine to energy exports, stressing that buyers ou

Ukraine has suffered a major naval setback after its largest reconnaissance ship, the Simferopol, was sunk in what Russia claims to be its first successful sea drone attack. The Russian Defence Ministry announced that the Laguna-class ship, designed for advanced electronic, radar, radio, and optical reconnaissance, was struck in the delta of the River Danube, which partially lies in Ukraine’s Odessa Region. Reports from Russian state media described the

Peter Navarro, a senior White House trade adviser known for his protectionist stance on global trade, has once again turned his attention toward India, this time accusing New Delhi of running what he describes as a profiteering scheme through its purchase of discounted oil from Russia. His remarks have reignited debate over the geopolitical and economic implications of India’s energy policies since the outbreak of the Ukraine war.

Russia launched one of its most extensive aerial offensives against Ukraine in recent months, with missiles and drones striking several western regions of the country. Ukrainian officials confirmed that one of the most serious impacts occurred in the city of Mukachevo, where an American-owned electronics factory was struck early Thursday morning. The attack resulted in at least 15 people being injured and one person killed, according to authorities. The large-s

Russia has launched 75 mice aboard its Bion-M No.2 biosatellite for a month-long mission in low-Earth orbit, making a significant step in advancing our understanding of how spaceflight affects living organisms. The mission, which took place on August 20, 2025, is a pivotal research experiment aimed at gathering critical data that will aid in the preparation for human space missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The

As tensions rise between India and the United States over trade and tariff disputes, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has urged Washington not to jeopardize its long-standing relationship with New Delhi. Her comments followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian imports along with an additional 25 percent penalty tied to India’s continued energy trade with Russia. Haley emphasized tha

The imposition of tariffs on India by President Donald Trump has triggered widespread debate in policy circles, not only in India but also in the United States, where senior officials have issued contradictory statements about the rationale behind this decision. Trump recently announced a 50 per cent tariff on India as a punishment for purchasing Russian oil, but in a move that has raised eyebrows, he refrained from imposing any similar measures on China, a cou

Summary The Trump-Putin summit in Alaska ended without solving the Ukraine war. Two possible outcomes have emerged: Ukraine could become a smaller but sovereign nation with Western protection, or it could lose both land and indepen