India is reviewing tariffs on over 30 key imports, including significant cuts on solar cells, household goods, and luxury cars. The peak import tariff has been reduced from 150% to 70%, potentially benefiting US exports and signaling a shift in trade dynamics.

India cuts tariffs on key imports in possible 'homage' to Trump’s trade policies

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar made a statement in Rajya Sabha over the deportation of alleged illegal Indian immigrants from the US. “All countries must take back their nationals if they are found to be living illegally abroad,” he said in Rajya Sabha.

Jaishankar makes statement in Parliament over Indian deportations from US

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, amid an uproar over the deportation of 104 Indians who entered the US illegally. Watch this report for more details!

S Jaishankar meets PM Modi amid deportation of Indians

Dhaka summoned the Head of Mission of the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh on Thursday (Feb 5) over&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/sheikh-hasina" rel="dofollow">Sheikh Hasina</a>'s remarks, accusing the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, of making a "meticulous plan" to murder her.&nbsp;
This comes hours after Sheikh Hasina delivered a speech that was intended for her supporters, from exile in India. Hasina fled to India last year amidst a deadly student-led uprising.&nbsp;
Bangladesh has lodged a strong protest against the "false and fabricated statements" made by Hasina.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/south-asia/who-rejected-secularism-exiled-taslima-nasreen-slams-yunus-govt-after-attack-on-sheikh-mujibur-rahmans-house-8696264" rel="dofollow">'Who rejected secularism...': Exiled Taslima Nasreen slams Yunus govt after attack on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house</a>
Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain told the media on Thursday that his ministry lodged the protest with India over Hasina continuously making statements on different platforms, including social media.
He added that such statements have been causing instability in Bangladesh.&nbsp;
The protest note has been handed over to the acting high commissioner of India in Dhaka, Pawan Badhe. The ministry conveyed deep concern, disappointment, and serious reservations about Bangladesh, as "such statements are hurting the sentiments of the people in Bangladesh".
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protesters-in-bangladesh-have-demolished-more-houses-of-leaders-of-sheikh-hasinas-awami-league-and-defaced-murals-of-the-countrys-founder-sheikh-mujibur-rahman-after-they-vandalised-and-set-on-fire-the-former-family-home-of-the-deposed-prime-minist-8695353" rel="dofollow">Bangladesh protesters vandalise houses of Awami League leaders after setting fire to Hasina's family house</a>
The ministry further stressed that such activities by Hasina are considered a hostile act towards Bangladesh and are not conducive to the efforts at establishing a healthy relationship between the two countries.&nbsp;
Hasina, in her speech, said, "They do not have the power to destroy the country&rsquo;s independence with bulldozers. They may destroy a building, but they won&rsquo;t be able to erase the history."
A house in Dhaka, which was once the residence of Hasina's late father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the leader of Bangladesh&rsquo;s independence movement, was demolished by the protesters.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/bangladesh/ousted-bangladesh-pm-hasina-escaped-death-by-25-minutes-amid-violent-student-protests-8632312" rel="dofollow">Ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina &lsquo;escaped death by 25 minutes&rsquo; amid violent student protests</a>
Hasina also called on the people of Bangladesh to resist the country's new leaders and alleged that they took control of powers by "unconstitutional" means.&nbsp;
The Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs requested the Indian government to immediately take appropriate measures to stop her from making such false, fabricated, and incendiary statements using social media and other communications while she is in India.
(With inputs from agencies)

South Asia: The protest note has been handed over to the acting high commissioner of India in Dhaka, Pawan Badhe. The ministry conveyed deep concern and disappointment.

Dhaka summoned the Head of Mission of the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh on Thursday (Feb 5) over Sheikh Hasina's remarks, accusing the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, of making a "meticulous plan" to murder her. This comes hours after Sheikh Hasina delivered a speech that was intended for her supporters, from exile in India. Hasina fled to India last year amidst a deadly student-led uprising. Bangladesh has lodged a strong protest against the "false and fabricated statements" made by Hasina. Also read: 'Who rejected secularism...': Exiled Taslima Nasreen slams Yunus govt after attack on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain told the media on Thursday that his ministry lodged the protest with India over Hasina continuously making statements on different platforms, including social media. He added that such statements have been causing instability in Bangladesh. The protest note has been handed over to the acting high commissioner of India in Dhaka, Pawan Badhe. The ministry conveyed deep concern, disappointment, and serious reservations about Bangladesh, as "such statements are hurting the sentiments of the people in Bangladesh". Also read: Bangladesh protesters vandalise houses of Awami League leaders after setting fire to Hasina's family house The ministry further stressed that such activities by Hasina are considered a hostile act towards Bangladesh and are not conducive to the efforts at establishing a healthy relationship between the two countries. Hasina, in her speech, said, "They do not have the power to destroy the country’s independence with bulldozers. They may destroy a building, but they won’t be able to erase the history." A house in Dhaka, which was once the residence of Hasina's late father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the leader of Bangladesh’s independence movement, was demolished by the protesters. Also read: Ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina ‘escaped death by 25 minutes’ amid violent student protests Hasina also called on the people of Bangladesh to resist the country's new leaders and alleged that they took control of powers by "unconstitutional" means. The Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs requested the Indian government to immediately take appropriate measures to stop her from making such false, fabricated, and incendiary statements using social media and other communications while she is in India. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh summons Indian envoy over Sheikh Hasina’s speech, lodges strong protest

The United States on Wednesday (Feb 5) defended its decision to deport 104 illegal Indian immigrants, saying that enforcing the country's immigration laws is critically important to national security.&nbsp;
This comes after a C-17 military aircraft with 104 illegal Indian immigrants in the US landed in Amritsar on Wednesday.&nbsp;
"Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said.&nbsp;
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/process-of-deportation-not-new-says-jaishankar-as-us-deports-104-indian-migrants-8695637" rel="dofollow"> 'Engaging with US to ensure deportees are not mistreated,' says Jaishankar as US deports 104 Indians</a>
According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, and two from Chandigarh.&nbsp;
Moreover, there were 25 women and 79 men on the plane. It also had 13 minors, the youngest of whom was four years old.
The embassy spokesperson continued, "I cannot go into further detail on the flight. I can share that enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. It is the policy of the United States to faithfully execute the immigration laws against all inadmissible and removable aliens."
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-border-patrol-chief-shares-deportation-video-of-shackled-indians-as-goi-nodal-agency-dismisses-viral-photo-as-fake-8695308" rel="dofollow">US Border Patrol chief shares deportation video of shackled Indians. Watch</a>
This is the first such batch of Indians deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of a crackdown against illegal immigrants.
<h2>Shocking details revealed by Indian immigrants&nbsp;</h2>
The Indian immigrants who arrived in the US military aircraft shared shocking details of how they entered the US through the "donkey route".&nbsp;
One of the 104 deported Indian nationals, who hailed from Punjab, claimed he was first taken to Italy and then to Latin America. "Our clothes worth ₹30,000-35,000 were stolen on the way," he told PTI.
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He further said that they took a 15-hour boat ride and were made to walk 40-45 km.&nbsp;
"We crossed 17-18 hills. If one slipped, then there would be no chance that he would survive... We have seen a lot. If anybody got injured, he was left to die. We saw dead bodies," he added.
Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the Indian government was closely monitoring the welfare of Indian students worldwide, especially in regions affected by tensions or violence.
He further said that the government is ensuring that the returning deportees are not mistreated.
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-military-aircraft-carrying-over-200-illegal-indian-immigrants-lands-at-amritsar-airport-8692502" rel="dofollow">US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants lands at Amritsar airport</a>
"We are of course engaging the US government to ensure the returning deportees are not mistreated in any manner during the flight," he added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: "Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said. 

The United States on Wednesday (Feb 5) defended its decision to deport 104 illegal Indian immigrants, saying that enforcing the country's immigration laws is critically important to national security. This comes after a C-17 military aircraft with 104 illegal Indian immigrants in the US landed in Amritsar on Wednesday. "Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said. Also read: 'Engaging with US to ensure deportees are not mistreated,' says Jaishankar as US deports 104 Indians According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, and two from Chandigarh. Moreover, there were 25 women and 79 men on the plane. It also had 13 minors, the youngest of whom was four years old. The embassy spokesperson continued, "I cannot go into further detail on the flight. I can share that enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. It is the policy of the United States to faithfully execute the immigration laws against all inadmissible and removable aliens." Also read: US Border Patrol chief shares deportation video of shackled Indians. Watch This is the first such batch of Indians deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of a crackdown against illegal immigrants. Shocking details revealed by Indian immigrants The Indian immigrants who arrived in the US military aircraft shared shocking details of how they entered the US through the "donkey route". One of the 104 deported Indian nationals, who hailed from Punjab, claimed he was first taken to Italy and then to Latin America. "Our clothes worth ₹30,000-35,000 were stolen on the way," he told PTI. Also read: 'Worse than hell': Indian immigrants claim they were handcuffed, tied with chains while being deported from US He further said that they took a 15-hour boat ride and were made to walk 40-45 km. "We crossed 17-18 hills. If one slipped, then there would be no chance that he would survive... We have seen a lot. If anybody got injured, he was left to die. We saw dead bodies," he added. Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the Indian government was closely monitoring the welfare of Indian students worldwide, especially in regions affected by tensions or violence. He further said that the government is ensuring that the returning deportees are not mistreated. Also read:US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants lands at Amritsar airport "We are of course engaging the US government to ensure the returning deportees are not mistreated in any manner during the flight," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

'Policy to execute immigration laws against removable aliens': US Embassy defends deportation of Indians

As countries across the world continue to ban the usage of Chinese artificial intelligence DeepSeek, South Korea's industry ministry has become the latest government to restrict DeepSeek's access.&nbsp;
The ministry issued a temporary ban on employees' access to the AI service and urged ministries and agencies to exercise caution when using generative AI technologies like DeepSeek and ChatGPT.&nbsp;
The decision by South Korea is followed by several other nations, who have raised concerns over data security and the possibility of foreign influence through AI technologies.&nbsp;
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Prior to this, state-run Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power blocked access to DeepSeek and other generative AI services.&nbsp;
<h2>Australia</h2>
In the line of countries, banning the use of Chinese AI, Australia also banned the use of DeepSeek as its government took action against the app's services and banned its use in government systems and devices, citing national security risks.&nbsp;
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke emphasised that the decision was based on concerns about the potential threats DeepSeek poses to Australia&rsquo;s national security, rather than the company's Chinese origins.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-congress-bans-employees-from-using-deepseek-over-potential-security-risks-8679250">US Congress bans employees from using DeepSeek over potential security risks</a>
<h2>India</h2>
Indian Finance Ministry on Wednesday, asked employees to stop the use of Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes citing sensitive government data, Reuters reported.&nbsp;
The ministry repeatedly said the use of such platforms breaches the confidentiality of government documents and data.&nbsp;
<h2>Taiwan&nbsp;</h2>
Taiwan also restricted government agencies and critical infrastructure providers from using DeepSeek, citing concerns over cross-border data transmission and the risk of information leaks.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-restricts-access-to-chinese-ai-app-deepseek-opens-probe-8677551">Italy restricts access to Chinese AI app &lsquo;DeepSeek&rsquo;, opens probe</a>
The Ministry of Digital Affairs stressed that the AI tool threatens national information security due to its links to Chinese authorities.
<h2>Italy</h2>
Italy's privacy regulator blocked DeepSeek for protecting consumer data and launched an investigation into the company's data collection practices.&nbsp;
<h2>United States</h2>
The US Department of Defense also blocked the access to DeepSeek last month. The Chief Administrative Officer said that DeepSeek is currently under review and unauthorised for official House use.&nbsp;
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It further highlighted the risks associated with the Chinese AI bot and cited examples where "threat actors are already exploiting" the chatbot to deliver malicious software and infect devices.
Moreover, Belgium, France, and Ireland also banned the usage of the Chinese AI DeepSeek.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The ministry issued a temporary ban on employees' access to the AI service, urging ministries and agencies to exercise caution when using generative AI technologies.  

As countries across the world continue to ban the usage of Chinese artificial intelligence DeepSeek, South Korea's industry ministry has become the latest government to restrict DeepSeek's access. The ministry issued a temporary ban on employees' access to the AI service and urged ministries and agencies to exercise caution when using generative AI technologies like DeepSeek and ChatGPT. The decision by South Korea is followed by several other nations, who have raised concerns over data security and the possibility of foreign influence through AI technologies. Also read: Indian Finance Ministry bans employees from using ChatGPT, DeepSeek: Report Prior to this, state-run Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power blocked access to DeepSeek and other generative AI services. Australia In the line of countries, banning the use of Chinese AI, Australia also banned the use of DeepSeek as its government took action against the app's services and banned its use in government systems and devices, citing national security risks. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke emphasised that the decision was based on concerns about the potential threats DeepSeek poses to Australia’s national security, rather than the company's Chinese origins. Also read: US Congress bans employees from using DeepSeek over potential security risks India Indian Finance Ministry on Wednesday, asked employees to stop the use of Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes citing sensitive government data, Reuters reported. The ministry repeatedly said the use of such platforms breaches the confidentiality of government documents and data. Taiwan Taiwan also restricted government agencies and critical infrastructure providers from using DeepSeek, citing concerns over cross-border data transmission and the risk of information leaks. Also read: Italy restricts access to Chinese AI app ‘DeepSeek’, opens probe The Ministry of Digital Affairs stressed that the AI tool threatens national information security due to its links to Chinese authorities. Italy Italy's privacy regulator blocked DeepSeek for protecting consumer data and launched an investigation into the company's data collection practices. United States The US Department of Defense also blocked the access to DeepSeek last month. The Chief Administrative Officer said that DeepSeek is currently under review and unauthorised for official House use. Also read: India looking for AI winners tracking Deepseek success It further highlighted the risks associated with the Chinese AI bot and cited examples where "threat actors are already exploiting" the chatbot to deliver malicious software and infect devices. Moreover, Belgium, France, and Ireland also banned the usage of the Chinese AI DeepSeek. (With inputs from agencies)

From South Korea to India, eight countries that banned use of Chinese AI DeepSeek over security concerns

Indian Finance Ministry asked employees to stop the use of Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT and DeepSeek for official purposes citing sensitive government data, Reuters reported. The ministry repeatedly said the use of such platforms breaches the confidentiality of government documents and data. Watch in for more details!

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Tests have confirmed that contaminated water was the cause of the recent GBS outbreak in Pune, which has claimed seven lives, including the death of a 10-year-old child. The outbreak has raised serious concerns about water quality and public health safety in the region.

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US military aircraft carrying illegal Indian immigrants landed at the Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar on Wednesday. This is the first batch of 'illegal' Indian immigrants to have been deported by the US Government.

US plane carrying deported Indians lands in Amritsar

A US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants landed at the Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar on Wednesday (Feb 5) at 1.55 pm.
&nbsp;According to reports, the US military plane C-17 took off from San Antonio, Texas carrying 104 illegal immigrants belonging to Punjab and neighbouring states. This marks the first deportation to India under the presidency of Donald Trump.
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According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh and two from Chandigarh.
<h2>Who is on board the US military plane?</h2>
As per the passenger list, the plane included 25 women and 79 men. The aircraft had 13 minors, with the youngest being a four-year-old.
Reportedly, the deportees will undergo a document verification process before they are allowed to leave the airport. Although no order has been issued to detain them.
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<h2>US crackdown against illegal immigrants</h2>
US President Donald Trump has vowed to take strict actions against all illegal immigrants in the country. So far his administration has deported illegal immigrants to Guatemala, Peru, and Honduras.
Many people from India&rsquo;s Punjab and other states, who entered the US soil through illegal means and &ldquo;donkey routes&rdquo; are now facing deportation.
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India has taken a call to oppose illegal immigration. Last month, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said &ldquo;India is opposed to illegal immigration because of its links to several forms of organised crime.&rdquo; He added that New Delhi will take back all illegal Indian immigrants.
&ldquo;We will take them back provided documents are shared with us so that we can verify their nationality, that they are indeed Indians,&rdquo; he said.
Reportedly, an estimated of 18,000 illegal immigrants from India have been identified by the US authorities for deportation.
(With inputs from agencies)

According to reports, the US military plane C-17 took off from an airbase near Texas carrying 104 illegal immigrants from Punjab and neighbouring states.

A US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants landed at the Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar on Wednesday (Feb 5) at 1.55 pm. According to reports, the US military plane C-17 took off from San Antonio, Texas carrying 104 illegal immigrants belonging to Punjab and neighbouring states. This marks the first deportation to India under the presidency of Donald Trump. Also read | 'Illegal migration is not worth the risk,' US embassy sounds alarm amid reports of deporting Indians US military plane carrying illegal Indian immigrants lands in Amritsar . . . . Read more: https://t.co/XsnhGM53IP pic.twitter.com/BDudnY51qK — WION (@WIONews) February 5, 2025 According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh and two from Chandigarh. Who is on board the US military plane? As per the passenger list, the plane included 25 women and 79 men. The aircraft had 13 minors, with the youngest being a four-year-old. Reportedly, the deportees will undergo a document verification process before they are allowed to leave the airport. Although no order has been issued to detain them. Also read | El Salvador's ‘mega-prison’ to take in America’s worst criminals, illegal immigrants but 'for a price' US crackdown against illegal immigrants US President Donald Trump has vowed to take strict actions against all illegal immigrants in the country. So far his administration has deported illegal immigrants to Guatemala, Peru, and Honduras. Many people from India’s Punjab and other states, who entered the US soil through illegal means and “donkey routes” are now facing deportation. Also read | 'Dumbest immigration policy': JD Vance slams birthright citizenship in first interview as US vice president India has taken a call to oppose illegal immigration. Last month, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said “India is opposed to illegal immigration because of its links to several forms of organised crime.” He added that New Delhi will take back all illegal Indian immigrants. “We will take them back provided documents are shared with us so that we can verify their nationality, that they are indeed Indians,” he said. Reportedly, an estimated of 18,000 illegal immigrants from India have been identified by the US authorities for deportation. (With inputs from agencies)

US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants lands at Amritsar airport

#Gravitas A total of 205 Indian nationals who allegedly entered the U.S. unlawfully, are being deported back to India.

205 Indians deported from U.S. amid Trump's immigrant crackdown

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Kashmir witnesses 75% dip in precipitation in January

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to travel to the United States for a meeting with President Donald Trump after attending the AI summit in Paris on February 10 and 11. Watch this report for more details!

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Donald Trump begins deporting Indian migrants, military flight leaves country. C-17 aircraft carrying 205 Indian nationals departed from Texas around 3 am IST. India is reportedly the farthest destination US military is transporting migrants. It is not yet verified which Indian destination they were being transported to. Watch to know more!

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India remains Nepal's largest source of foreign tourists in January, but the number of visitors from the country saw a slight decline in the month, according to official data released on Monday.

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Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that 'Import duties have been rationalised to allow Indian industry to source raw materials and promote domestic manufacturing and exports'. Watch this report for more details!

India's FM Sitharaman announces duty cuts to support MSMEs & exports

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.

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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.

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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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