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India is reviewing its crypto stance. This is according to a Reuters exclusive report. Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth, in an interview with Reuters, mentioned shifts in crypto regulations across multiple jurisdictions as a reason for the change in India's approach to crypto regulations.

President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs, imposing a 25% duty on imports from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods. The justification? An emergency declaration under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA, citing the threats of fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration.

Opinion | Trump plans to visit China and India. This may be preceded by a meeting between him and PM Modi. These discussions will bring much-needed clarity about the immediate future of the Quad. 

Sports, Cricket: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru , picked Heather Graham and Kim Garth as replacements for Sophie Devine and Kate Cross respectively

Volkswagen’s Indian unit, Skoda auto Volkswagen India, has filed a legal challenge against the Indian government’s $1.4 billion tax demand, calling it "Impossibly enormous" and contradictory to India's import taxation rules. This is according to an exclusive Reuters report citing company filings.

World news: It is pertinent to note that South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed confidence in the future of US-South Africa relations after Trump's presidential election victory, stating that he wasn't worried about the impact of Trump 2.0.

India’s latest budget has introduced significant reductions in import duties on high-capacity motorcycles, a move experts say could ease long-standing trade tensions with the U.S. The story is significant as Canada hits the U.S. With retaliatory tariffs and warns trump of real consequences for his proposed policies.

Entertainment Beyonce ruled Grammys 2025 with historic wins. Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar took home 5 Grammys including Best Song Award and Record Of The Year.

Free flow of thoughts is important to avoid conflicts linked to religious identities, India's National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval said. Doval's remarks came in the context of larger issues linked to conflict between state and religion during the release of the Hindi version of the Turkish-American scholar Ahmet T Kuru's book 'Islam Authoritarianism: Underdevelopment - A Global and Historical Comparison'. The book has been published by the Khusro Foundation.

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India’s Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth said that evolving global perspectives on cryptocurrency usage and its role in financial systems have pushed the government to revisit its approach to the digital assets. 

A series of earthquakes near the Greek island of Santorini have led authorities to shut down schools. Watch this report for more details!

In response to recent US trade measures, Canada and Mexico have imposed retaliatory tariffs on American goods, escalating trade tensions across North America. The move is expected to impact a range of industries and goods.

Sports, Cricket: Led by a spirited captain, Niki Prasad, the Indian team remained unbeaten throughout the tournament as they showcased exceptional skill, composure, and dominance

Grammys 2025: The Grammys red carpet promises bold fashion moments, continuing the legacy of daring looks like JLo's iconic green Versace gown.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads to the US for key discussions with President Donald Trump on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Netanyahu is the first world leader to visit Washington since January 20.

A United Airlines flight from Houston en route to New York was evacuated on Sunday after it caught fire during take-off. This happened days after two deadly accidents in the US.

In an emotional moment, Taliban leader Omari expresses deep regret over the continued ban on girls’ education in Afghanistan, sparking international concern and debate over the future of Afghan women’s rights.

The largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere has been officially inaugurated in Johannesburg, South Africa, marking a historic moment for the global Hindu community. The temple is expected to become a major religious and cultural hub.