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US-China Trade Highlights: US imposes 104% tariffs on Chinese goods effective immediately; additional tariffs to be collected starting April 9: White House
09 Apr 2025 | 12:51:29 AM IST
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US-China Trade Highlights: US imposes 104% tariffs on Chinese goods effective immediately; additional tariffs to be collected starting April 9: White House
US-China Trade Highlights: US imposes 104% tariffs on Chinese goods effective immediately; additional tariffs to be collected starting April 9: White House
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- Italy's Meloni says to visit US for tariff talks April 17
- 104% tariffs went into effect on China; additional tariff will be collected starting April 9: WH
- New Aadhaar app with facial authentication launched in testing phase
- Mexico reports first human death from H5N1 bird flu
- India's trade talks with US moving in right direction: Piyush Goyal
- Vodafone Idea allots shares worth Rs 36,950 cr to govt
- Musk slams Trump senior trade advisor as a 'moron'
- Delhi govt issues advisory amid soaring mercury, warns of heatstroke risks
- 22 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, say police
- China wants badly to make a deal but "they don't know how to get it started": Trump
- Waqf (Amendment) Act comes into force from April 8
- China initiates WTO dispute regarding US 'reciprocal tariffs': WTO
- Zelensky says Ukraine captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia
- Madhya Pradesh: Fake cardiologist Narendra Camm in 5-day custody
- Dominican Republic disco collapse: 13 dead, over 70 injured
- Kids under 16 will no longer be allowed to livestream on Instagram without parental consent
- EU plans to present US tariffs response 'early next week'
- AIADMK won't attend DMK government's April 9 legislature party leaders meet on NEET: Palaniswami
- Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils new scheme for electronic components
- Communal division created by BJP to divert attention from basic issues: Kharge at CWC meet in Ahmedabad
JP Nadda wishes Chidambaram speedy recovery after heatstroke in Gujarat
Union Health Minister and BJP President JP Nadda enquired about Congress leader P Chidambaram's health. He wished P Chidambaram a speedy recovery and offered any medical assistance if required: Sources
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Congress leader P Chidambaram fell unconscious due to heat at Sabarmati Ashram and was taken to a hospital.
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Congress leader P Chidambaram fell unconscious due to heat at Sabarmati Ashram and was taken to a hospital.
Mexico reports first human death from H5N1 bird flu
Mexican health authorities on Tuesday reported the nation's first human fatality from bird flu. A three-year-old girl in the northern state of Coahuila died of multiple organ failure as a result of the H5NI virus, said the state's health secretary, Eliud Aguirre, adding that no other suspected cases have been detected.
US considers adjusting port fee plan for Chinese vessels
President Donald Trump's administration is considering softening its proposed fee on China-linked ships visiting U.S. ports after a flood of negative feedback from industries that said the idea could be economically devastating, according to six sources. Among the changes under consideration are delayed implementation and new fee structures designed to reduce the overall cost to visiting Chinese vessels, according to the six sources with knowledge of the matter.
Trump believes China has to make deal with US: White House
Reuters
Pentagon chief warns US will not allow Chinese influence in Panama Canal
AFP Reports
Israel SC gives deadline for solution on security chief dismissal
Israel's supreme court late Tuesday gave the government and attorney general's office a deadline to find a solution to the government's contested decision to sack domestic security chief Ronen Bar.
Italy's Meloni says to visit US for tariff talks April 17
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she would visit Washington next week to discuss US tariffs on the European Union with President Donald Trump. In comments to a meeting with businesses published by her office, the far-right leader repeated her argument that a trade war helped nobody, and said she would "be in Washington on April 17 and obviously I intend to address this issue with the US president".
US imposes 104% tariff on Chinese goods
White House Press Secretary says 104% tariffs went into effect on China; additional tariff will be collected starting April 9
Supreme Court blocks order requiring Trump administration to return thousands of federal employees to work
Reports AP
New Aadhaar app with facial login launched for testing
India's Suruchi Singh wins women's 10m air pistol gold at Argentina Shooting World Cup
Madhya Pradesh: A fire broke out at a warehouse in Morena.
Fire tenders at the spot firefighting operation underway.
PM Modi @ Rising Bharat Summit
- Viksit Bharat young leaders dialogue was hosted at Bharat Mandapam at the beginning of this year. At that time, I had seen in the eyes of Indian youth the resilience and passion to make India a developed nation: Modi
- All eyes the world over are on eyes, so are global expectations. We have become the 5th largest economy in the world in a short span. We've raced and doubled our economy's size within the last decade: Modi
- India is slated to become the world's third largest economy: Modi
- This growth is driven by the aspirations and hardwork of the Indian youth, says Modi
- Tomorrow, we complete the first 100 days of 2025. In these days, we have laid the foundation stone of a future that will take India forward, says Modi
- Inclusivity is not just a promise, it's a policy, says Modi
- India will move forward as it's youth moves forward: Modi
- In a decade, India has doubled the size of economy: PM Modi
- From tax concessions to inaugurating Sonmarg tunnel, Modi hails the first 100 days of 2025
- Modi blames Congress for delaying development for decades, says NDA govt fast tracked projects
- Security shield to be provided to gig workers: Modi
- Naxal-affected districts have shrinking significantly in India, India's youth are giving up weapons for a better future: PM Modi.
- At the core of the controversy surrounding Waqf Act, is 'appeasement' politics: PM Modi.
- I congratulate the NDA government for the passage of a spectacular Bill for Indian Muslims' bright future: PM Modi
- New Waqf law will secure sacredness of Waqf and also rights of poor, backwards and women among Muslims: PM Modi
Piyush Goyal on India-US trade
- India's trade talks with US moving in right direction, says Piyush Goyal
- Assure businesses that India's best interest at the forefront: Goyal
Vodafone Idea allots shares worth Rs 36,950 cr to govt
Vodafone Idea on Tuesday allotted 3,695 crore shares to the government Rs 36,950 crore. With this, government of India shareholding in the company stands at 48.99 per cent, up from 22.60 per cent. The announcement for this was made by the company on March 30, in line with the September 2021 Reforms and Support Package for Telecom Sector. The telecom operator's outstanding spectrum auction dues, including deferred dues repayable after expiry of the moratorium period, will be converted into equity shares to be issued to the Government of India under Section 62(4) of the Companies Act, 2013, the company said in an exchange release.
Death toll rises to 27 in Dominican nightclub roof collapse: Emergency services
US tariffs on India: Piyush Goyal to meet exporters on April 9
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will hold a meeting with exporters on Wednesday to discuss issues pertaining to India's trade amid imposition of an additional 26 per cent reciprocal tariffs by US President Donald Trump-led administration, an industry official said. Senior officials of the commerce ministry and representatives of export promotion councils (EPCs) and the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) will attend the deliberations.
Musk slams Trump senior trade advisor as a 'moron'
Delhi heat alert: Govt warns of heatstroke
With the temperature rising in the capital amid heatwave conditions, the Delhi government on Tuesday advised people to stay safe and take steps to avoid heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke. An advisory issued by the Delhi health department warns that extreme hot weather, or loo, can lead to severe health complications, especially among the vulnerable populations such as children, pregnant women, the elderly, those working outdoors, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions.
Chhattisgarh: 22 Naxalites surrender
22 Naxalites surrender before security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, say police
White House Economic Adviser Hassett on trade
- Trump wants fair and reciprocal trade, will weigh that as he decides whether to accept countries' offers: Hassett
- We are prioritizing our allies and trading partners: Hassett
- Fed will decide interest rates, respect independence: Hassett
Trump on China trade conflict
China wants badly to make a deal but "they don't know how to get it started"
Waqf (Amendment) Act comes into force
The Waqf (Amendment) Act, which was passed by Parliament last week, has come into force from Tuesday, the government said in a notification. The Ministry of Minority Affairs notification said, "In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 1 of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 (14 of 2025), the Central Government hereby appoints the 8th day of April, 2025 as the date on which the provisions of the said Act shall come into force."
US-Canada trade conflict
Canada initiates WTO dispute regarding US duties on automobiles and auto parts: WTO
US-China Trade War
China initiates WTO dispute regarding US 'reciprocal tariffs': WTO
Totally supportive of President Donald Trump using tariffs to eliminate tariffs and unfair trading practices of our trading partners
- Bill Ackman
Waqf Act: Centre files SC caveat, seeks hearing
Centre files caveat in SC, seeks hearing before orders are passed on pleas challenging validity of Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025
Zelenskyy says Ukraine captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that Ukrainian troops had captured two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russian forces and said Kyiv would demand an explanation from Beijing and a reaction from allies.
Bengaluru: Meat sale, animal slaughter banned on April 10
The Joint Director of BBMP Animal Husbandry dept stated that on the occasion of the Mahavir Jayanti on Thursday, April 10, the slaughter of animals in slaughterhouses and sale of meat at outlets under the jurisdiction of BBMP is strictly prohibited
MP: Fake cardiologist Narendra Camm in 5-day custody
Alleged fake cardiologist Narendra John Camm remanded in five-day police custody
Dominican Republic disco collapse: 18 dead, over 120 injured
At least 18 people died and more than 120 were injured after a roof fell at a nightclub in the capital of the Dominican Republic early Tuesday, authorities said. Crews were searching for potential survivors in the rubble at Jet Set in Santo Domingo, said Juan Manuel Mendez, director of the Center of Emergency Operations.
Instagram bans livestreams for kids under 16
Instagram users under 16 will not be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval, owner Meta Platforms said Tuesday as it widened its safety measures for teenagers. The social media company also said it was extending safeguards for users under 18 to Facebook and Messenger.
EU plans to present US tariffs response 'early next week'
The European Commission expects to present its response to US President Donald Trump's latest tariffs as soon as next week, a spokesman said.
AIADMK chief Palaniswami on NEET meet
- DMK govt's meet on NEET a 'drama,' serves no purpose, says AIADMK chief Palaniswami
- AIADMK won't attend DMK government's April 9 legislature party leaders meet on NEET
Aswhini Vaishnaw presser
- Govt to begin industry consultation for component manufacturing: Aswhini Vaishnaw
- Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils new scheme for electronic components
- Mobile phone exports surpass Rs 2 lakh cr in 2024-25 with iPhone alone contributing around Rs 1.5 lakh cr: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Indians do not want to conquer countries, they want to conquer hearts: President Droupadi Murmu in a freewheeling interaction with Indian researchers at Champalimaud Centre for the unknown
Congress Working Committee passed special resolution marking 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: K C Venugopal
Iran foreign minister says he and US envoy Steve Witkoff will be in indirect talks in Oman over Tehran's nuclear programme, reports AP
Former Indian Cricketer Kedar Jadhav joins BJP in the presence of Maharashtra minister and state BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule in Mumbai
2008 Jaipur blasts case: Trial court sentences 4 men to life imprisonment
Madhya Pradesh: A fire broke out at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College in Jabalpur resulting in damage to the seminar hall earlier today. More details awaited
Blast at Punjab BJP leader's house major conspiracy of Pak's ISI, Lawrence Bishnoi and Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti also involved: Police
Maharashtra to regularise Sindhi colonies
Maha cabinet decides to regularise sindhi colonies in the state. Sindhis who had migrated from Pakistan had been living in 30 colonies throughout the state, these will now be regularised.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chairs a meeting in Srinagar to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
Dehradun: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami holds a review meeting regarding traffic arrangements during Char Dham Yatra
Weather update
Giving weather update regarding heatwave and rain in north India, IMD scientist Naresh Kumar says, "There is a red alert for Rajasthan, Gujarat. For many days, continuous severe heatwave to heatwave is prevailing in Gujarat. We are expecting temperature fall from tomorrow. In Rajasthan, there will be orange alert from tomorrow. In Punjab, Haryana, Western UP, heatwave will be there today and tomorrow, then the heatwave will await. There is also a warm night warning in these states. Western disturbance is coming, there will be light to moderate rainfall activity in next 4-5 days in western Himalaya region in J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand. In plains of Punjab, Haryana, light rainfall activity is expected from tomorrow till April 11. In Delhi-NCR, on April 10, there would be thunderstorm activity on April 10, light rainfall on April 11. After 48 hours, the temperature would fall."
Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena, met Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow today
When prices went up internationally, we made sure to not hurt the consumers: Puri
You've to have credibility while making promises- Puri slams AAP, Cong over poll promises, bus fare and milk price hike
BJP, RSS 'conspired' to portray rift between Nehru and Patel whereas both were like two sides of a coin: Cong chief Kharge
LPG connections have increased to 33cr - Puri
We made it clear that retail prices will not be impacted by recent hike in excise duty- Puri
Communal division created by BJP to divert attention from basic issues: Cong chief Mallikarjun Kharge at CWC meet in Ahmedabad
The CPI(M) Polit Bureau demands the government to immediately roll-back the Rs 50 hike in the price of gas cylinders for both general and subsidised categories and calls upon all its units to protest against this decision of the central government: CPI(M)
Waqf Amendment Act ruckus in J&K: Oppn MLA submit resolution seeking removal of assembly speaker
J&K People’s Conference chief Sajad Lone, Awami Ittehad Party MLA Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh, PDP MLA Waheed Para and other PDP MLAs move Notice of Resolution under rule 215 to remove Speaker of Assembly.
This comes after ruckus in the House over Waqf Amendment Act
This comes after ruckus in the House over Waqf Amendment Act
I have always believed in social justice and equal representation of every community. Since last 16 months, we have been agitating for this, the government has not been very responsive. So, today took up a hunger strike for one day. We will continue it later on, if at all the government does not respond today also. April 11 is the birth anniversary of Jyotiba Phule, and we demand that the government come out with a positive response on that day. Apart from that, the 42 per cent OBC reservation, that has been passed from the Telangana Assembly, we have no idea where that is... we don't know if it is with the Governor or it has gone to the President.
- BRS MLC K Kavitha says as sits on a day-long hunger strike calling for the installation of a statue of prominent social reformer Jyotirao Phule in the Telangana Assembly premises before April 11
Ola electric issues clarification on February sales mismatch reports
"We are issuing a proactive statement to our broader stakeholder community since we have fielded multiple inquiries about the company's February sales figures in recent days. This intimation is being submitted to the exchanges to clarify and prevent the spread of misinformation. Our February 2025 sales announcement was based on paid and confirmed orders, not preliminary “bookings”. In February, we disclosed our sales data based on these paid orders as our routine registration
process—reflected on the VAHAN portal—was disrupted due to a transition of the process in-house as part of an efficiency initiative. Since then, we have faced consistent negative commentaries from some quarters.
To be clear, the sales figures for February 2025 represent genuine customer demand backed by financial commitment, not token-amount bookings. Nearly 90% of these orders were paid in full at the time of placement. This includes customer orders for our new products, Gen 3 and Roadster X, which have been
available for full purchase (not just pre-booking) during February 2025," said Ola Electric.
process—reflected on the VAHAN portal—was disrupted due to a transition of the process in-house as part of an efficiency initiative. Since then, we have faced consistent negative commentaries from some quarters.
To be clear, the sales figures for February 2025 represent genuine customer demand backed by financial commitment, not token-amount bookings. Nearly 90% of these orders were paid in full at the time of placement. This includes customer orders for our new products, Gen 3 and Roadster X, which have been
available for full purchase (not just pre-booking) during February 2025," said Ola Electric.
Price as on 01.03.46 PM, Click on company names for their live prices.
Gujarat: Visuals of meeting of extended Congress Working Committee being held in Ahmedabad
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, took out his phone to record Kerala drummers perform during his ceremonial welcome at Delhi airport, earlier today
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates development projects in Shalimar Bagh, slams AAP for failing to deliver promises
TN CM Stalin describes as 'historic,' SC verdict on Governor's assent to Assembly bills
SC verdict on Governor's assent for bills a victory not just for Tamil Nadu but all state govts in India: Stalin.
Jaipur, Rajasthan: People protest in Jaipur over hit and run case
Hyderabad 2013 bomb blast: Telangana HC upholds death penalty to 5 convicts
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath chairs cabinet meeting
Israel's Supreme Court opens hearing on security chief's dismissal
Recruitment row: SC sets aside part of Calcutta HC order for CBI probe into West Bengal Cabinet's decision to create supernumerary posts
SC, however, says CBI probe will continue with regard to other aspects of appointment of 25,753 teachers and staffers in West Bengal.
'Traitor' jibe: Bombay HC issues notice to police and complainant Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel on Kunal Kamra's plea against FIR
SC says governor cannot withhold assent and adopt concept of absolute veto or pocket veto
Not open for governor to reserve Bill for consideration of president after it is presented to him for second time: SC.
J-K Islamic Political Party, J-K Muslim Democratic League and Kashmir Freedom Front disassociate themselves from Hurriyat: Amit Shah
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is conducting raids at 10 locations in Bengaluru and Shivamogga in Karnataka in connection with the District Cooperative Bank scam: ED
Congress leaders are arriving at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the Central Working Committee (CWC) meeting, the highest decision-making body of the party
Mark Shankar, the younger son of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, was caught in a fire accident that occurred at his school in Singapore: Jana Sena
In the incident, Mark sustained injuries to his hands and legs. Additionally, he faced breathing difficulties due to smoke inhalation. He has been shifted to a hospital and is currently receiving medical treatment.
ED issues summons to 'Empuraan' producer Gokulam Gopalan for questioning on Apr 22
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting and All India Congress Committee (AICC) session will be held in Ahmedabad on April 8 and 9
Congress leader Salman Khurshid says, "Congress party believes that the things that this country deserves, the rights, Modi government is not able to do that."
Ruckus inside Jammu and Kashmir Assembly continues for the second day over Waqf (Amendment) Law.
BJP Spokesperson CR Kesavan on All India Congress Committee Session in Ahmedabad
"The Congress party is polar opposite and an absolute anti-thesis of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel, which is why the Congress session in Gujarat today, is a fundamental contradiction. After the Congress party was hijacked by the Nehru dynasty, it abandoned the principles of Mahatma and Sardar, betrayed their legacy and insulted their ideals."
Union cabinet meeting likely to be held tomorrow, 9th April
Chennai: ED raids continue for the second day at properties linked to Tamil Nadu Minister and senior DMK leader KN Nehru. Visuals from outside the residence of N Ravichandran, brother of KN Nehru
Delhi: People protest outside DPS Dwarka, over the recent fee hike
PM Modi interacts with 'Mudra Yojana Beneficiaries'
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with 'Mudra Yojana Beneficiaries'.
One of the beneficiaries from UP's Raebareli said, "...We promise you that we will make India a developed India together. Now, we do not face problems in getting a license from the government...I run a bakery. My monthly turnover is 2.5 to 3 lakh rupees and we have a staff of 7 to 8 people."
One of the beneficiaries from UP's Raebareli said, "...We promise you that we will make India a developed India together. Now, we do not face problems in getting a license from the government...I run a bakery. My monthly turnover is 2.5 to 3 lakh rupees and we have a staff of 7 to 8 people."
PM Modi interacts with 'Mudra Yojana Beneficiaries'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with 'Mudra Yojana Beneficiaries'.
PM Modi says, "The Mudra scheme is not for Modi's praises. This scheme is to give courage to the youth of my country to stand on their own feet."
Lavkush Mehra, a beneficiary from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, says, "Earlier, I used to work for someone, was a servant, but you took our guarantee through Mudra loan and today we have become owners. I started my business in 2021 and I approached the bank, they gave me a loan limit of Rs 5 lakh. I was afraid that I am taking such a big loan for the first time and whether I will be able to repay it or not. Today, my Mudra loan has gone up from Rs 5 lakhs to Rs. 9.5 lakhs. And my first-year turnover was Rs 12 lakhs, which has now become more than Rs. 50 lakhs..."
PM Modi says, "The Mudra scheme is not for Modi's praises. This scheme is to give courage to the youth of my country to stand on their own feet."
Lavkush Mehra, a beneficiary from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, says, "Earlier, I used to work for someone, was a servant, but you took our guarantee through Mudra loan and today we have become owners. I started my business in 2021 and I approached the bank, they gave me a loan limit of Rs 5 lakh. I was afraid that I am taking such a big loan for the first time and whether I will be able to repay it or not. Today, my Mudra loan has gone up from Rs 5 lakhs to Rs. 9.5 lakhs. And my first-year turnover was Rs 12 lakhs, which has now become more than Rs. 50 lakhs..."
Nifty trending in green, currently at 22,517.60 -- up by 356 points.
Trump hosts talks with Netanyahu on Iran, tariffs and Gaza ceasefire negotiations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, becoming the first foreign leader to visit Trump since he unleashed tariffs on countries around the world. Whether Netanyahu's visit succeeds in bringing down or eliminating Israel's tariffs remains to be seen, but how it plays out could set the stage for how other world leaders try to address the new tariffs.
"To mark 10 Years Of MUDRA, I had invited Mudra beneficiaries from all over India to my residence...Do watch the interaction in a short while from now, at 9 AM," tweets PM Narendra Modi.
Hong Kong leader blasts 'reckless' US tariffs
Hong Kong leader John Lee said on Tuesday that US tariffs were "reckless" and undermined the international trade order, a day after the city's stock market saw its worst day in nearly three decades.
"The reckless imposition of tariffs affects many countries and regions around the world, with huge tax rate increases and covering a wide range of goods, disrupting the world economic and trade order, bringing great risks and uncertainties to the world," Lee told reporters, adding that the United States's "ruthless behaviour damages global and multilateral trade".
"The reckless imposition of tariffs affects many countries and regions around the world, with huge tax rate increases and covering a wide range of goods, disrupting the world economic and trade order, bringing great risks and uncertainties to the world," Lee told reporters, adding that the United States's "ruthless behaviour damages global and multilateral trade".
Global temperatures hovered at historic highs in March, Europe's climate monitor said on Tuesday, prolonging an extraordinary heat streak that has tested scientific expectations.
Drone launched at Israel from east intercepted
The Israel Air Force intercepted (shot down) an unmanned aerial vehicle - done - earlier today that was making its way into Israeli territory from the east.
The vehicle was intercepted before it crossed into Israeli territory, and no alerts were activated in accordance with policy, reported the IDF (Israel Defense Forces).
The vehicle was intercepted before it crossed into Israeli territory, and no alerts were activated in accordance with policy, reported the IDF (Israel Defense Forces).
China Commerce Ministry: If the US side is bent on having its own way, the Chinese side will follow it to the end.
Blast outside BJP leader Manoranjan Kalia’s home in Jalandhar triggers investigation, forensics on-site
A loud explosion in the early hours of Monday jolted residents of Model Town in Jalandhar, Punjab. The blast occurred just outside the residence of senior BJP leader and former Punjab minister Manoranjan Kalia.
It was around 1 am when the noise echoed through the area. Kalia, who was asleep at the time, didn’t realise immediately what had happened.
“There was a blast at around 1 am... I was sleeping, and I thought that it was the sound of thunder... Later I was informed that a blast had taken place... after this, I sent my gunman to the police station... CCTV is being investigated; forensic experts are also present here,” Kalia said from his home, speaking to reporters later in the day.
Forensic Teams Comb the Site
Shortly after the incident was reported, police teams arrived at the scene along with forensic experts. The area was cordoned off, and investigators began examining debris and possible signs of an explosive device.
Police Commissioner Dhanpreet Kaur personally visited the location to assess the situation.
“Around 1 am, we got information of blast here, after which we reached the spot and started the investigation. The forensic team is investigating the matter... We are also monitoring the CCTV... The forensic team is investigating whether it is a grenade attack or something else...,” said Kaur, addressing the press.
It was around 1 am when the noise echoed through the area. Kalia, who was asleep at the time, didn’t realise immediately what had happened.
“There was a blast at around 1 am... I was sleeping, and I thought that it was the sound of thunder... Later I was informed that a blast had taken place... after this, I sent my gunman to the police station... CCTV is being investigated; forensic experts are also present here,” Kalia said from his home, speaking to reporters later in the day.
Forensic Teams Comb the Site
Shortly after the incident was reported, police teams arrived at the scene along with forensic experts. The area was cordoned off, and investigators began examining debris and possible signs of an explosive device.
Police Commissioner Dhanpreet Kaur personally visited the location to assess the situation.
“Around 1 am, we got information of blast here, after which we reached the spot and started the investigation. The forensic team is investigating the matter... We are also monitoring the CCTV... The forensic team is investigating whether it is a grenade attack or something else...,” said Kaur, addressing the press.
Trump announces direct nuclear talks with Iran
President Donald Trump said the United States was starting direct, high-level talks with Iran over its nuclear program on Saturday, in a shock announcement during a White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Speaking Monday in the Oval Office, Trump said he was hopeful of reaching a deal with Tehran, but warned that the Islamic republic would be in "great danger" if the talks failed.
Hours later Tehran confirmed discussions were set for Saturday in Oman, but stressed they were "indirect" talks.
"Iran and the United States will meet in Oman on Saturday for indirect high-level talks," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on social media platform X.
"It is as much an opportunity as it is a test," he added. "The ball is in America's court."
Speaking Monday in the Oval Office, Trump said he was hopeful of reaching a deal with Tehran, but warned that the Islamic republic would be in "great danger" if the talks failed.
Hours later Tehran confirmed discussions were set for Saturday in Oman, but stressed they were "indirect" talks.
"Iran and the United States will meet in Oman on Saturday for indirect high-level talks," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on social media platform X.
"It is as much an opportunity as it is a test," he added. "The ball is in America's court."
Damoh Child Welfare Committee calls for 'full investigation' after fake doctor allegedly performs surgeries in MP's Damoh
Damoh Child Welfare Committee chairman Deepak Tiwari on Monday demanded a full investigation after police arrested a man accused of performing surgeries and allegedly causing the deaths of at least seven patients at the Mission Hospital in Madhya Pradesh.
Speaking to ANI, Tiwari said, "In the FIR, only a case of having fake degrees is mentioned. There is no mention of 7 'murders'. There is no mention of the hospital management or the director of the hospital, Dr Ajay Lal. Many such people are involved in it. Lakh of rupees have been taken under Ayushman by defrauding the administration, and there is no mention of such things in the FIR. We want a full investigation into the matter and not just about the fake degrees."
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday said his government will take strict action into the case.
Speaking to ANI, Tiwari said, "In the FIR, only a case of having fake degrees is mentioned. There is no mention of 7 'murders'. There is no mention of the hospital management or the director of the hospital, Dr Ajay Lal. Many such people are involved in it. Lakh of rupees have been taken under Ayushman by defrauding the administration, and there is no mention of such things in the FIR. We want a full investigation into the matter and not just about the fake degrees."
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday said his government will take strict action into the case.
China central bank says backs sovereign fund for 'smooth operation' of market
China central bank says backs sovereign fund for 'smooth operation' of market
Trump slams EU trade practices in talks with Netanyahu: "Formed to hurt the US"
During a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump says, "The EU has been very tough over the years. It was formed to do damage to the United States in trade. It was formed with all of the countries from Europe. I guess most of them, not all of them, but most of them formed together to create a little bit of a monopoly situation to create a unified force against the United States trade...the European Unions have been very bad to us. They don't take our cars like Japan. They don't take our agricultural product; they do anything practically. They're sending millions and millions of cars into the US, but we don't have a car that's been sold to the European Union or other places..."
New Zealand cricket head coach Gary Stead steps down from limited-overs formats
Gary Stead confirmed on Tuesday he will no longer coach New Zealand in the Twenty20 and one-day international formats and is considering his future in test cricket.
Stead said he expects to take a month to reach a final decision. The 53-year-old Stead has coached New Zealand in all formats since taking over from Mike Hesson in 2018.
New Zealand Cricket said it would advertise from next week and is yet to decide whether it will appoint different coaches to different formats.
Stead guided New Zealand to the finals of the 2019 ICC World Cup, the 2022 T20 World Cup and this year’s Champions Trophy. He also led New Zealand to victory in the inaugural World Test Championship.
Stead said he expects to take a month to reach a final decision. The 53-year-old Stead has coached New Zealand in all formats since taking over from Mike Hesson in 2018.
New Zealand Cricket said it would advertise from next week and is yet to decide whether it will appoint different coaches to different formats.
Stead guided New Zealand to the finals of the 2019 ICC World Cup, the 2022 T20 World Cup and this year’s Champions Trophy. He also led New Zealand to victory in the inaugural World Test Championship.
Shane Watson backs RCB to dominate IPL 2025: "They’ll be hard to beat"
Shane Watson, JioStar Expert, addresses the media on the eve of rivalry week of the 18th edition of TATA IPL. He believes that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will dominate in the ongoing Indian Premier League. Shane Watson says, "I would be very surprised if they don't dominate this tournament and they will be really very hard to beat."
"Confident that India's gain is in it": Union Minister Piyush Goyal on US tariff announcements
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday expressed confidence that India's industries will benefit from the recent tariff announcements made by US President Donald Trump amid the turmoil in global markets following its recent announcement.
Speaking to reporters during the FICCI's 98th Foundation Day celebrations, Goyal acknowledged the different sentiments expressed by the different sectors upon the tariff announcement and that India sees this as an opportunity.
"Every sector has a different sentiment. I am in communication with each one of them. The industries of India see opportunities in this. We are confident that India's gain is in it," he said.
Goyal also highlighted the growth of India's startup ecosystem, noting that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the "Start-Up India" initiative, launched nine years ago, has resulted in the rise of over 170,000 startups, up from just 400.
Speaking to reporters during the FICCI's 98th Foundation Day celebrations, Goyal acknowledged the different sentiments expressed by the different sectors upon the tariff announcement and that India sees this as an opportunity.
"Every sector has a different sentiment. I am in communication with each one of them. The industries of India see opportunities in this. We are confident that India's gain is in it," he said.
Goyal also highlighted the growth of India's startup ecosystem, noting that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the "Start-Up India" initiative, launched nine years ago, has resulted in the rise of over 170,000 startups, up from just 400.
