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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India’s economy was beating expectations, even as the world faced challenges fuelled by what he called “economic selfishness”, a comment seen as a swipe at Donald Trump’s steep tariffs on Indian goods. Speaking at the Semicon India 2025 conference in Delhi, Modi pointed to strong GDP numbers in the first quarter of this year. “Once again, India has performed better than every expectation, every assessment,” he said. “At a time when there are concerns in the economy of the world, there are challenges created by economic selfishness; in that environment, India has achieved a growth of 7.8 per cent,” he added.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-family-made-6-billion-from-crypto-coin-launch-thanks-to-a-company-run-by-steve-witkoff-s-son-here-s-how-1756790078013">Trump family made $6 BILLION from crypto-coin launch thanks to a company run by Steve Witkoff's son - Here's how</a><h2>India records fastest growth in five quarters</h2>Government data released last Friday showed India’s economy grew by 7.8 per cent year-on-year in April-June, up from 7.4 per cent in the previous quarter. This was the fastest pace in five quarters, coming just after the United States slapped 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports. At the event, Modi also received the first made-in-India semiconductor chips, saying the world “trusts and believes in India” and is ready to build the future of chipmaking together.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-thrown-india-over-the-side-did-trump-cast-india-aside-for-business-with-pakistan-ex-us-nsa-jake-sullivan-weighs-in-1756780938116">'Thrown India over the side': Did Trump cast India aside for business with Pakistan? Ex-US NSA Jake Sullivan Weighs In</a><h2>Trump lashes out at trade ties</h2>A day earlier, US President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of India’s trade policies, calling them “a totally one sided disaster!” in a post on Truth Social. He claimed that India had once offered to cut tariffs to zero, but argued the move had come “too late.” Trump accused India of selling “massive amounts of goods” to the US while keeping tariffs high on American exports. He also targeted New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil and weapons, saying it was unfair to American businesses. The US tariffs now stand at 50 per cent on Indian goods, with an additional 25 per cent duty imposed last month on energy imports from Russia, a move India has condemned as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable.”

PM Modi hailed India’s 7.8% GDP growth amid global economic concerns, subtly criticising “economic selfishness”, a remark seen as a dig at Trump’s tariffs on Indian goods.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India’s economy was beating expectations, even as the world faced challenges fuelled by what he called “economic selfishness”, a comment seen as a swipe at Donald Trump’s steep tariffs on Indian goods. Speaking at the Semicon India 2025 conference in Delhi, Modi pointed to strong GDP numbers in the first quarter of this year. “Once again, India has performed better than every expectation, every assessment,” he said. “At a time when there are concerns in the economy of the world, there are challenges created by economic selfishness; in that environment, India has achieved a growth of 7.8 per cent,” he added. Also read: Trump family made $6 BILLION from crypto-coin launch thanks to a company run by Steve Witkoff's son - Here's how India records fastest growth in five quarters Government data released last Friday showed India’s economy grew by 7.8 per cent year-on-year in April-June, up from 7.4 per cent in the previous quarter. This was the fastest pace in five quarters, coming just after the United States slapped 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports. At the event, Modi also received the first made-in-India semiconductor chips, saying the world “trusts and believes in India” and is ready to build the future of chipmaking together. Also read: 'Thrown India over the side': Did Trump cast India aside for business with Pakistan? Ex-US NSA Jake Sullivan Weighs In Trump lashes out at trade ties A day earlier, US President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of India’s trade policies, calling them “a totally one sided disaster!” in a post on Truth Social. He claimed that India had once offered to cut tariffs to zero, but argued the move had come “too late.” Trump accused India of selling “massive amounts of goods” to the US while keeping tariffs high on American exports. He also targeted New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil and weapons, saying it was unfair to American businesses. The US tariffs now stand at 50 per cent on Indian goods, with an additional 25 per cent duty imposed last month on energy imports from Russia, a move India has condemned as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable.”

PM Modi hailed India’s 7.8% GDP growth amid global economic concerns, subtly criticising “economic selfishness”, a remark seen as a dig at Trump’s tariffs on Indian goods.

Modi hitting back at Trump? Indian PM's 'economic selfishness' remark after US President's 'one-sided disaster' jab amid tariff row

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President Donald Trump has claimed that US trade with India is "almost nil", painting a bleak picture of the trade deficit with India as evidence of an unfair imbalance. However, as repeatedly shown by data from official US sources, this claim is misleading and ignores the broader reality of America’s trade gaps with other countries. The US runs significant trade deficits with many nations, and India ranks only around tenth on that list—nowhere near the top five.<h2>What exactly did Trump say about India trade?</h2>In a Truth Social post on Monday (Sep 1), Trump claimed: “Our Trade Deficit with India is massive, and yet India does practically NOTHING for us. Our trade relationship is almost NIL — they sell to us, we get nothing. America is being ripped off. We will bring jobs and manufacturing back home where it belongs!”This is nothing new: India-bashing over trade has been a Trump passtime for months now. Yet, it is time to call out the half-truths.<h2>The US trade reality: A whopping trillion-dollar deficit</h2>According to 2024 data, the US recorded a record 1.2 trillion dollar goods trade deficit. This staggering figure reflects the country’s deep reliance on foreign supply chains—especially in electronics, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and energy. But India is not one of the main contributors to this imbalance.<h2>China leads the pack, with many 'friendly' countries also contributing to the US trade deficit</h2>In 2024, the US trade deficit with China was 295 billion dollars, significantly down from its peak of 418 billion dollars in 2018. Despite geopolitical rivalries, the US imported nearly 500 billion dollars worth of goods from China in 2024, primarily electronics, furniture, and industrial equipment. In fact, nearly 70 per cent of all smartphones and laptops sold in the US were manufactured in China.Mexico, America’s largest overall trade partner, came second, with a 172 billion dollar deficit. US imports from Mexico reached 470 billion dollars, including cars, trucks, computers, appliances, food, and beer. Most of this trade flows duty-free under the USMCA agreement.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-team-highlights-indias-high-tariffs-8916254/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-team-highlights-indias-high-tariffs-8916254/embed</a><h2>Who are the top 10 countries contributing to the US trade deficit?</h2>The top countries include both allies and competitors. Vietnam ranks third (124 billion dollar deficit), followed by Ireland (87 billion dollars) and Germany (85 billion dollars). Further down the list are Taiwan (74 billion), Japan (69 billion), South Korea (66 billion), and Canada (63 billion).Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-and-south-korea-would-have-had-nuclear-war-in-2016-but-didn-t-because-1756148882798">North and South Korea would have had nuclear war in 2016, but didn't because...</a><h2>India ranks 10th in trade deficit with the US</h2>In 2024, the US trade deficit with India stood at 46 billion dollars. The US exported 41.8 billion dollars to India while importing 87.4 billion dollars. While Trump has criticised this imbalance, both countries had previously agreed to increase bilateral trade to 500 billion dollars by 2030.Notably, US–India trade in services was approximately 83.4 billion dollars in 2024, helping to offset the goods deficit. 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He also highlighted strong growth in services and defence trade, directly contradicting Trump’s suggestion of negligible engagement."Why this whining? The claim that we have offered to reduce our tariffs to nothing is true of some products, but our red lines are firm," Sibal added.&nbsp;

Trump has claimed that the US-India trade is “almost nil” and highlighted the trade gap with the South Asian nation. But much of US official data shows India ranks 10th in US trade deficits, far behind China and ‘friendly’ Asian trade partners. Overall. The US runs a $1.2 trillion deficit

President Donald Trump has claimed that US trade with India is "almost nil", painting a bleak picture of the trade deficit with India as evidence of an unfair imbalance. However, as repeatedly shown by data from official US sources, this claim is misleading and ignores the broader reality of America’s trade gaps with other countries. The US runs significant trade deficits with many nations, and India ranks only around tenth on that list—nowhere near the top five. What exactly did Trump say about India trade? In a Truth Social post on Monday (Sep 1), Trump claimed: “Our Trade Deficit with India is massive, and yet India does practically NOTHING for us. Our trade relationship is almost NIL — they sell to us, we get nothing. America is being ripped off. We will bring jobs and manufacturing back home where it belongs!” This is nothing new: India-bashing over trade has been a Trump passtime for months now. Yet, it is time to call out the half-truths. The US trade reality: A whopping trillion-dollar deficit According to 2024 data, the US recorded a record 1.2 trillion dollar goods trade deficit. This staggering figure reflects the country’s deep reliance on foreign supply chains—especially in electronics, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and energy. But India is not one of the main contributors to this imbalance. China leads the pack, with many 'friendly' countries also contributing to the US trade deficit In 2024, the US trade deficit with China was 295 billion dollars, significantly down from its peak of 418 billion dollars in 2018. Despite geopolitical rivalries, the US imported nearly 500 billion dollars worth of goods from China in 2024, primarily electronics, furniture, and industrial equipment. In fact, nearly 70 per cent of all smartphones and laptops sold in the US were manufactured in China. Mexico, America’s largest overall trade partner, came second, with a 172 billion dollar deficit. US imports from Mexico reached 470 billion dollars, including cars, trucks, computers, appliances, food, and beer. Most of this trade flows duty-free under the USMCA agreement. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-team-highlights-indias-high-tariffs-8916254/embed Who are the top 10 countries contributing to the US trade deficit? The top countries include both allies and competitors. Vietnam ranks third (124 billion dollar deficit), followed by Ireland (87 billion dollars) and Germany (85 billion dollars). Further down the list are Taiwan (74 billion), Japan (69 billion), South Korea (66 billion), and Canada (63 billion). Also read: North and South Korea would have had nuclear war in 2016, but didn't because... India ranks 10th in trade deficit with the US In 2024, the US trade deficit with India stood at 46 billion dollars. The US exported 41.8 billion dollars to India while importing 87.4 billion dollars. While Trump has criticised this imbalance, both countries had previously agreed to increase bilateral trade to 500 billion dollars by 2030. Notably, US–India trade in services was approximately 83.4 billion dollars in 2024, helping to offset the goods deficit. Additionally, defence trade between the two nations has grown significantly—from virtually nil in 2000 to nearly 22 billion dollars in 2024. Also read: Internet refuses to believe 'Trump is dead' trend was fake, floats 'body-double' theory citing ear mark, hand bruise The US runs trade deficits with over 100 countries—so why target India? Official data shows the US had goods trade deficits with more than 100 countries in 2024. The combined deficit with just five Asian countries—China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam (excluding India)—surpassed 620 billion dollars. Clearly, India is far from being a leading contributor to the US trade deficit. Also read: Did The Simpsons predict US president's death in 2025? Clip resurfaces amid 'Trump is dead' trend ‘Why this whining?’: Former Indian diplomat calls out Trump’s selective memory Responding to Trump’s post, former Indian diplomat Kanwal Sibal criticised the portrayal of India as a major trade offender. He described the claim as being "economical with truth and trading in falsities". Sibal pointed out that US trade deficits with China (270 billion dollars), the European Union (161 billion), Mexico (157 billion), and Vietnam (113 billion) were all significantly higher than with India (41.5 billion). He also highlighted strong growth in services and defence trade, directly contradicting Trump’s suggestion of negligible engagement. "Why this whining? The claim that we have offered to reduce our tariffs to nothing is true of some products, but our red lines are firm," Sibal added.

Trump has claimed that the US-India trade is “almost nil” and highlighted the trade gap with the South Asian nation. But much of US official data shows India ranks 10th in US trade deficits, far behind China and ‘friendly’ Asian trade partners. Overall, the US runs a $1.2 trillion deficit

Trump is WRONG on India trade, and hiding the truth that it's 10th in the list of countries the US is in deficit with: 'Why this whining?'

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In a move that will significantly increase the cost of visiting the United States for Indians, the Trump administration has announced a new $250 (INR 22,000) visa ‘integrity fee’ on travellers from non-visa-waiver countries. Here's all you need to know.

Amid India-United States tensions, the Donald Trump administration has unveiled plans to implement a new $250 (INR 22,003) so-called "visa integrity fee" on travellers from the country. This new fee has been announced under Trump's continued immigration crackdown and will go into effect on October 1st. This fee adds an additional hurdle for travellers from not only India but also other non-visa waiver nations like Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and China. Here's all you need to know. US Visa gets more expensive thanks to Trump's Big Beautiful Bill With this new fee, the total cost of a US visa has gone up to $442 (around 38,902 INR). According to the US Travel Association, this is one of the highest visitor fees in the world. The visa fee is part of Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Act. Tourists from India and other nations would be expected to pay this one-off fee when their visas are issued. According to a Daily Mail report, the new visa fee is expected to hit Central and South American countries the hardest. This year, these nations have been a rare bright spot for America, with the number of travellers from Mexico rising by nearly 14 per cent (till May) according to National Travel and Tourism Office data. Meanwhile, arrivals from Argentina rose by 20 per cent and for Brazil, while smaller, a significant 4.6 per cent year-to-date increase was recorded. Overall, Central America travel increased by 3 per cent, South America by 0.7 per cent, while Western Europe travel decreased by 2.3 per cent. Higher visa fees for foreigners could make Americans poor Reports suggest that the high visa fees could devastate America's already ailing tourism sector. The US Tourism sector has already been suffering the brunt of Trump's policies. His hostility towards leaders from several nations has further soured the scene, with tourists — particularly from Canada vowing to boycott American vacations. US government data suggests that this is happening already. July 2025 data shows a 3.1 per cent year-on-year fall in visitors to the US, with 19.2 million visitors. This was the fifth consecutive month with a decline in numbers. It must be noted that it was expected that 2025 would see a much-needed surge in overseas visitors and finally surpass the pre-pandemic level of 79.4 million.

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Planning a US trip? Trump just made it pricier — Starting THIS date Indians will have to pay ₹22,000 'integrity fee' for a Visa

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For decades, researchers documented what came to be known as the “midlife unhappiness hump.” People tended to start young adulthood on a relatively positive note, sink into despair around age 50, and then recover in happiness as they approached retirement. But a new global study suggests that pattern has been overturned—thanks to Gen Z. The research, spanning 44 countries including the US and UK, found that today’s youngest adults—roughly aged 12 to 28—report unprecedented levels of despair and anxiety compared to earlier generations at the same age. Rather than experiencing a midlife dip, Gen Z faces what researchers call a “ski slope,” where misery starts high in youth and gradually eases with age. Also Read: Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said “This is being driven entirely by a growth of mental ill health amongst young people,” said study co-author Alex Bryson. Supporting data underscores the trend. The CDC reports that poor mental health among young men rose from 2.5% in 1993 to 6.6% in 2024. Among young women, rates jumped from 3.2% to 9.3% over the same period. A 2023 Gallup survey showed only 15% of Gen Z described their mental health as excellent—a steep drop from a decade earlier, when 52% of Millennials at the same age said the same. Also Read: Is 3I/ATLAS not alone? Scientist says an invisible ‘probe’ racing ahead of it could strike Mars Researchers point to several pressures unique to Gen Z: being the first generation raised entirely in the social media era, losing formative years to pandemic lockdowns, and carrying higher levels of personal debt. Still, smartphones remain a prime suspect. “There’s increasing evidence of not only a correlation between screen use and mental ill health, but also some causal impacts,” Bryson added. Co-author David G Blanchflower has called the trend a “global crisis,” urging measures such as banning phones in schools and promoting in-person social interaction.

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What will Donald Trump do next? The answer is, reopen Arkham Asylum-like (Yes! The one Batman's arch foe Joker was locked up in) mental institutions and stuff people he believes have "serious mental illnesses" into them. On Monday (Sep 1), during an interview, the US president was asked if he was "open to the government reopening insane asylums for people with serious mental illness?". To this, he said, "Yeah, I would," before going on one of his signature rants and peddling half-lies.<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>Trump said that he was open to reopening previously shuttered "insane asylums" as part of his now infamous crime crackdown. He then went on a rant about the alleged lawlessness in California and New York. He claimed — wrongly — that states like New York and California used to have "a lot" of insane asylums which were shut down, and the mentally ill people were released into society. "They released them all into society because they couldn’t afford it, you know, it’s massively expensive," said Trump.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/i-asked-elon-musk-s-ai-grok-why-it-called-trump-most-notorious-criminal-in-washington-it-doubled-down-and-gave-me-these-reasons-1754985406949">I asked Grok why it called Trump 'most notorious criminal'. It said THIS</a>Calling it a "rough situation," he added, "They were all over New York...They had a place, Creedmoor, they had a lot of them, Bellevue, and they were closed by a certain governor. And I remember when they did, it was a long time ago, and I said, ‘They didn't release these people?’ And they did. They released them into society, and that's what you have. It's a rough, it's a rough situation."Contrary to Trump's claims, both the Creedmoor Psychiatric Centre and the Bellevue Hospital in New York are still operational.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a><h2>Was there any truth in Trump's claims?</h2>Yes. According to the Daily Beast, since the 1950s, the federal and New York state governments began defunding mental health services and shuttering mental hospitals. The decades-long process of deinstitutionalisation was ramped up in the 1970s amid the financial crisis brought about by stagflation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/did-modi-s-snub-over-trump-s-nobel-peace-prize-push-lead-to-50-tariffs-for-india-shocking-report-claims-this-1756605189312">Modi rejected Trump's Nobel prize fantasy during call, reveals shocking report — 50% tariff the price of POTUS' bruised ego?</a>However, not all people were released into society. A lot of the people held in these asylums were there under court orders and were transferred to other facilities. Many were also moved to prisons.In his recent crackdown on crime, Trump has sought to blame the homeless population. Recently, he even issued a call to the homeless in Washington, DC to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction. He also demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital." &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump says he wants to reopen "insane asylums," falsely claiming states like New York and California shut them down and released patients into society. Here's what he said and what's wrong with his claims.

What will Donald Trump do next? The answer is, reopen Arkham Asylum-like (Yes! The one Batman's arch foe Joker was locked up in) mental institutions and stuff people he believes have "serious mental illnesses" into them. On Monday (Sep 1), during an interview, the US president was asked if he was "open to the government reopening insane asylums for people with serious mental illness?". To this, he said, "Yeah, I would," before going on one of his signature rants and peddling half-lies. What did Trump say? Trump said that he was open to reopening previously shuttered "insane asylums" as part of his now infamous crime crackdown. He then went on a rant about the alleged lawlessness in California and New York. He claimed — wrongly — that states like New York and California used to have "a lot" of insane asylums which were shut down, and the mentally ill people were released into society. "They released them all into society because they couldn’t afford it, you know, it’s massively expensive," said Trump. Also read | I asked Grok why it called Trump 'most notorious criminal'. It said THIS Calling it a "rough situation," he added, "They were all over New York...They had a place, Creedmoor, they had a lot of them, Bellevue, and they were closed by a certain governor. And I remember when they did, it was a long time ago, and I said, ‘They didn't release these people?’ And they did. They released them into society, and that's what you have. It's a rough, it's a rough situation." Contrary to Trump's claims, both the Creedmoor Psychiatric Centre and the Bellevue Hospital in New York are still operational. Also read | ‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler Was there any truth in Trump's claims? Yes. According to the Daily Beast, since the 1950s, the federal and New York state governments began defunding mental health services and shuttering mental hospitals. The decades-long process of deinstitutionalisation was ramped up in the 1970s amid the financial crisis brought about by stagflation. Also read | Modi rejected Trump's Nobel prize fantasy during call, reveals shocking report — 50% tariff the price of POTUS' bruised ego? However, not all people were released into society. A lot of the people held in these asylums were there under court orders and were transferred to other facilities. Many were also moved to prisons. In his recent crackdown on crime, Trump has sought to blame the homeless population. Recently, he even issued a call to the homeless in Washington, DC to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction. He also demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital."

US President Donald Trump says he wants to reopen "insane asylums," falsely claiming states like New York and California shut them down and released patients into society. Here's what he said and what's wrong with his claims.

Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said

US President Donald Trump and his family have seen their fortune soar on paper after launching a new cryptocurrency that began trading this week. According to The Wall Street Journal, the Trump family’s stake in World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token is now valued at more than $6 billion. The family owns around a quarter of all tokens in circulation. Trump’s three sons, Donald Trump Jr, Eric Trump and Barron Trump, are co-founders of World Liberty, while the president is listed as “Co-Founder Emeritus.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-gaza-war-is-hurting-israel-here-s-what-he-thinks-tel-aviv-should-do-1756783663609">'They may be winning, but...': Trump says Gaza war is 'hurting Israel' - Here's what he thinks Tel Aviv should do</a><h2>A crypto debut with massive trading</h2>The WLFI token started trading on Monday, with $1 billion exchanged in the first hour, data from CoinMarketCap showed. Prices ranged between 24 and 30 cents on Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges. That marked a huge premium compared to the 1.5 cents investors paid last year in early sales directly from World Liberty. Early buyers, however, can only sell a fraction of their holdings.<h2>Locked tokens but soaring valuations</h2>Although the family’s tokens are currently “locked” and cannot be sold, the public trading price now provides a real-world valuation of their stake. Trump and his sons had said when launching World Liberty last year that they would “Make America Great Again, this time with crypto.”The company also raised $750 million from investors to fund the cryptocurrency, a deal that gives the family three-quarters of the revenue from WLFI sales, worth around $500 million.<h2>More than one stake in crypto</h2>US president’s financial reach in the crypto world extends beyond World Liberty. Trump-controlled entities also own a memecoin called $Trump worth several billion dollars, and his trust holds a majority stake in Trump Media, valued at $2.5 million, which also invests in digital tokens.The family’s growing digital fortune is not without risks. Analysts warn that selling even small amounts of WLFI could cause its value to tumble. Critics also worry that the venture could create new avenues for influence over the Trump administration. But White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed such claims, saying: “Neither the president nor his family have ever engaged, or will ever engage, in conflicts of interest.”World Liberty is run by Zach Witkoff, son of Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. The younger Witkoff insisted the firm is not political, though he declared, “Clearly President Trump is the greatest president of all time.”

Donald Trump and his family’s stake in the new cryptocurrency WLFI has soared to over $6 billion. Co-founded by his sons, the token saw $1 billion traded in its first hour.

US President Donald Trump and his family have seen their fortune soar on paper after launching a new cryptocurrency that began trading this week. According to The Wall Street Journal, the Trump family’s stake in World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token is now valued at more than $6 billion. The family owns around a quarter of all tokens in circulation. Trump’s three sons, Donald Trump Jr, Eric Trump and Barron Trump, are co-founders of World Liberty, while the president is listed as “Co-Founder Emeritus.” Also read: 'They may be winning, but...': Trump says Gaza war is 'hurting Israel' - Here's what he thinks Tel Aviv should do A crypto debut with massive trading The WLFI token started trading on Monday, with $1 billion exchanged in the first hour, data from CoinMarketCap showed. Prices ranged between 24 and 30 cents on Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges. That marked a huge premium compared to the 1.5 cents investors paid last year in early sales directly from World Liberty. Early buyers, however, can only sell a fraction of their holdings. Locked tokens but soaring valuations Although the family’s tokens are currently “locked” and cannot be sold, the public trading price now provides a real-world valuation of their stake. Trump and his sons had said when launching World Liberty last year that they would “Make America Great Again, this time with crypto.” The company also raised $750 million from investors to fund the cryptocurrency, a deal that gives the family three-quarters of the revenue from WLFI sales, worth around $500 million. More than one stake in crypto US president’s financial reach in the crypto world extends beyond World Liberty. Trump-controlled entities also own a memecoin called $Trump worth several billion dollars, and his trust holds a majority stake in Trump Media, valued at $2.5 million, which also invests in digital tokens. The family’s growing digital fortune is not without risks. Analysts warn that selling even small amounts of WLFI could cause its value to tumble. Critics also worry that the venture could create new avenues for influence over the Trump administration. But White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed such claims, saying: “Neither the president nor his family have ever engaged, or will ever engage, in conflicts of interest.” World Liberty is run by Zach Witkoff, son of Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. The younger Witkoff insisted the firm is not political, though he declared, “Clearly President Trump is the greatest president of all time.”

Donald Trump and his family’s stake in the new cryptocurrency WLFI has soared to over $6 billion. Co-founded by his sons, the token saw $1 billion traded in its first hour.

Trump family made $6 BILLION from crypto-coin launch thanks to a company run by Steve Witkoff's son - Here's how

A village in Sudan was flattened after insistent torrential rains triggered a landslide. Over 1,000 people living in the village were killed; only one person survived the devastating calamity. The rebel group Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM), controlling the Tarasin village, broke the news on Monday (September 1). It has also sought for help from the United Nations to recover the bodies of the deceased still buried under the debris.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/sudan-landslide-over-1-000-killed-entire-village-destroyed-1756799959369/embed">https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/sudan-landslide-over-1-000-killed-entire-village-destroyed-1756799959369/embed</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement as quoted by news agency AFP, the group said, “Initial information indicates the death of all village residents, estimated to be more than one thousand individuals, with only one survivor.” The disaster that struck on Sunday (August 31), days after the village was battered by heavy rain for days. The village is located in the Marra mountains in the country’s western Darfur region. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-stood-by-us-during-crisis-says-sudan-ambassador-eltom-8970611">India stood by us during crisis, says Sudan Ambassador Eltom</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The calamity has surfaced as the country is embroiled in civil war. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces' (RSF) fight has led to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The conflict has been ongoing since 2023, and there has been no respite yet. Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the chief of army is also the president of the country has strained ties with RSF leader Gen Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The two leaders have been sparring, which is making the situation in the country worse. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

A village in Sudan was flattened after insistent torrential rains triggered a landslide. Over 1,000 people living in the village were killed; only one person survived the devastating calamity.

A village in Sudan was flattened after insistent torrential rains triggered a landslide. Over 1,000 people living in the village were killed; only one person survived the devastating calamity. The rebel group Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM), controlling the Tarasin village, broke the news on Monday (September 1). It has also sought for help from the United Nations to recover the bodies of the deceased still buried under the debris. https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/sudan-landslide-over-1-000-killed-entire-village-destroyed-1756799959369/embed In a statement as quoted by news agency AFP, the group said, “Initial information indicates the death of all village residents, estimated to be more than one thousand individuals, with only one survivor.” The disaster that struck on Sunday (August 31), days after the village was battered by heavy rain for days. The village is located in the Marra mountains in the country’s western Darfur region. Also read: India stood by us during crisis, says Sudan Ambassador Eltom The calamity has surfaced as the country is embroiled in civil war. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces' (RSF) fight has led to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The conflict has been ongoing since 2023, and there has been no respite yet. Gen Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the chief of army is also the president of the country has strained ties with RSF leader Gen Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. The two leaders have been sparring, which is making the situation in the country worse.

A village in Sudan was flattened after insistent torrential rains triggered a landslide. Over 1,000 people living in the village were killed; only one person survived the devastating calamity.

Landslide flattens village in Sudan; kills 1,000, leaves behind one miracle survivor

Swiss food giant Nestlé said on Monday that it has fired Laurent Freixe as chief executive with immediate effect over a code of conduct violation after he couldn't disclose a romantic relationship with a direct subordinate. Following his dismissal, the multinational behind Nespresso coffee capsules and KitKat chocolate bars launched an investigation.&nbsp;In a rapid development, Nespresso CEO Philipp Navratil was named Nestlé’s new CEO by the board, according to a report by news agency AFP. "The departure of Laurent Freixe follows an investigation into an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate which breached Nestlé's code of business conduct," a statement said.&nbsp;The company announced that an internal investigation would be conducted under the supervision of chairman Paul Bulcke and lead independent director Pablo Isla, with the assistance of external legal advisors. "This was a necessary decision. Nestlé's values and governance are strong foundations of our company. I thank Laurent for his years of service," Bulcke said in a statement.<h3>Laurent Freixe's journey to CEO</h3>Freixe, a company veteran who joined Nestlé in France in 1986, led the European operations until 2014, steering them through the subprime and euro crises that began in 2008. Before his promotion to CEO, he also headed the Latin America division.&nbsp;He holds the apex post following his surprise switch in September 2024, tasked with stemming the tide of lower consumer spending on the company's food and household goods.&nbsp;Meanwhile, after the share price of Nestle dipped by nearly a quarter last year, it has raised concerns in Switzerland as pension funds invest heavily in the company, whose brands also include Purina dog food, Maggi bouillon cubes, Gerber baby food and Nesquik chocolate-flavoured drinks.&nbsp;In addition, Nestle shares closed up 0.13 per cent at 75.49 Swiss francs on the Swiss Stock Exchange.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/after-coldplay-kiss-scam-ex-astronomer-ceo-andy-byron-involved-in-onlyfans-scandal-spent-crores-on-steamy-videos-calls-1754648219725">It doesn't end: Kiss-cam scandal's CEO Andy Byron spent millions on steamy video calls with Onlyfans model</a>

Swiss food giant Nestlé announced that an internal investigation would be conducted under the supervision of chairman Paul Bulcke and lead independent director Pablo Isla, with the assistance of external legal advisors.

Swiss food giant Nestlé said on Monday that it has fired Laurent Freixe as chief executive with immediate effect over a code of conduct violation after he couldn't disclose a romantic relationship with a direct subordinate. Following his dismissal, the multinational behind Nespresso coffee capsules and KitKat chocolate bars launched an investigation. In a rapid development, Nespresso CEO Philipp Navratil was named Nestlé’s new CEO by the board, according to a report by news agency AFP. "The departure of Laurent Freixe follows an investigation into an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate which breached Nestlé's code of business conduct," a statement said. The company announced that an internal investigation would be conducted under the supervision of chairman Paul Bulcke and lead independent director Pablo Isla, with the assistance of external legal advisors. "This was a necessary decision. Nestlé's values and governance are strong foundations of our company. I thank Laurent for his years of service," Bulcke said in a statement. Laurent Freixe's journey to CEO Freixe, a company veteran who joined Nestlé in France in 1986, led the European operations until 2014, steering them through the subprime and euro crises that began in 2008. Before his promotion to CEO, he also headed the Latin America division. He holds the apex post following his surprise switch in September 2024, tasked with stemming the tide of lower consumer spending on the company's food and household goods. Meanwhile, after the share price of Nestle dipped by nearly a quarter last year, it has raised concerns in Switzerland as pension funds invest heavily in the company, whose brands also include Purina dog food, Maggi bouillon cubes, Gerber baby food and Nesquik chocolate-flavoured drinks. In addition, Nestle shares closed up 0.13 per cent at 75.49 Swiss francs on the Swiss Stock Exchange. Also read: It doesn't end: Kiss-cam scandal's CEO Andy Byron spent millions on steamy video calls with Onlyfans model

Swiss food giant Nestlé announced that an internal investigation would be conducted under the supervision of chairman Paul Bulcke and lead independent director Pablo Isla, with the assistance of external legal advisors.

Another Astronomer-like scandal in making? Nestlé CEO sacked over undisclosed romantic relationship with 'subordinate'

Chicago leaders are preparing for a massive federal immigration operation that could begin this week. The plan is expected to involve Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and possibly even National Guard troops to assist. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker sharply criticised the idea, saying it would amount to an “invasion.” He also said his office has received no information from Washington about the reported plans. “No one has called me or my administration. If troops show up in our state, it will be without notice and against the will of our people,” Pritzker was quoted as saying.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-latest-wild-plan-reopen-insane-asylums-like-joker-s-arkham-amid-his-crime-crackdown-here-s-what-he-said-1756784333958">Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said</a>&nbsp;Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order on Saturday that limits how the city will respond. His directive states that Chicago police will not join federal agents in raids, patrols, or arrests related to immigration. It also urges federal officers to wear body cameras and avoid covering their faces. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed that more agents are being deployed to Chicago and did not rule out similar moves in other cities, mentioning San Francisco and Boston. She argued that state leaders are not doing enough to reduce crime.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-gaza-war-is-hurting-israel-here-s-what-he-thinks-tel-aviv-should-do-1756783663609">'They may be winning, but...': Trump says Gaza war is 'hurting Israel' - Here's what he thinks Tel Aviv should do</a>&nbsp;President Trump has repeatedly attacked Chicago over violence and immigration policies. On his social media platform, he warned Pritzker to address the city’s crime quickly or face federal intervention. Over the holiday weekend, at least 52 people were shot in Chicago, with seven deaths reported. City officials, however, pointed to new statistics showing a decline in crime this year — with homicides down more than 30% and overall violent crime down by over 20%.&nbsp;The standoff sets up a fresh clash between the Trump administration and Democratic-led cities, with Chicago now at the center of the fight. On Saturday, Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, urging him to “straighten out” crime in Chicago or face federal intervention. “Six people were killed and 24 others shot in Chicago last weekend, yet JB Pritzker, the weak and pathetic Governor of Illinois, claims he doesn’t need help fighting crime. He is CRAZY!!! He better fix it, FAST, or we’re coming!” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

'Fix Chicago crime or we are coming Trump warns Illinois governor JB Pritzker

Chicago leaders are preparing for a massive federal immigration operation that could begin this week. The plan is expected to involve Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and possibly even National Guard troops to assist. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker sharply criticised the idea, saying it would amount to an “invasion.” He also said his office has received no information from Washington about the reported plans. “No one has called me or my administration. If troops show up in our state, it will be without notice and against the will of our people,” Pritzker was quoted as saying. Also Read: Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order on Saturday that limits how the city will respond. His directive states that Chicago police will not join federal agents in raids, patrols, or arrests related to immigration. It also urges federal officers to wear body cameras and avoid covering their faces. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed that more agents are being deployed to Chicago and did not rule out similar moves in other cities, mentioning San Francisco and Boston. She argued that state leaders are not doing enough to reduce crime. Also Read: 'They may be winning, but...': Trump says Gaza war is 'hurting Israel' - Here's what he thinks Tel Aviv should do President Trump has repeatedly attacked Chicago over violence and immigration policies. On his social media platform, he warned Pritzker to address the city’s crime quickly or face federal intervention. Over the holiday weekend, at least 52 people were shot in Chicago, with seven deaths reported. City officials, however, pointed to new statistics showing a decline in crime this year — with homicides down more than 30% and overall violent crime down by over 20%. The standoff sets up a fresh clash between the Trump administration and Democratic-led cities, with Chicago now at the center of the fight. On Saturday, Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, urging him to “straighten out” crime in Chicago or face federal intervention. “Six people were killed and 24 others shot in Chicago last weekend, yet JB Pritzker, the weak and pathetic Governor of Illinois, claims he doesn’t need help fighting crime. He is CRAZY!!! He better fix it, FAST, or we’re coming!” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

Chicago braces for a major federal immigration crackdown as Trump warns governor Pritzker over crime. City, state leaders push back, calling it an ‘invasion’, fueling a clash with Washington

'Fix Chicago crime or we’re coming': Trump warns Illinois governor JB Pritzker

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Sep 2) told Chinese President Xi Jinping that relations between Moscow and Beijing had reached an "unprecedented level," as the two met in Beijing on the eve of a massive military parade. Dozens of world leaders, including North Korea's Kim Jong Un, are gathering in the Chinese capital for Wednesday's event, which will showcase Beijing's military strength and mark 80 years since the end of World War II.<h2>What did Putin say?</h2>In his remarks on a pooled live feed, Putin said, "Our close communication reflects the strategic nature of Russian-Chinese ties, which are currently at an unprecedented level". He added that the partnership had endured through past conflicts: "We were always together then, and we remain together now."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-latest-wild-plan-reopen-insane-asylums-like-joker-s-arkham-amid-his-crime-crackdown-here-s-what-he-said-1756784333958">Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said</a><h2>China and Russia's shared criticism of the West</h2>This meeting comes a day after the SCO Summit wrapped, where Xi accused "certain countries" of bullying behaviour, a thinly veiled swipe at the United States and its President Donald Trump. Also at the SCO summit, Putin defended Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and placed the blame on Western governments.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-coalition-of-the-willing-macron-gathers-world-leaders-to-slam-russia-over-ukraine-war-will-trump-attend-1756775062988">Macron gathers 'Coalition of the Willing' to slam Russia over Ukraine war. Will Trump attend?</a><h2>Xi echoes Putin's statement on Russia-China ties</h2>Echoing Putin's statement, Xi on Tuesday said, "China-Russia relations have withstood the test of international changes". He added that Beijing was ready to work with Moscow to push for what he called a "more just and reasonable global governance system".The two global powers declared a "no limits partnership" in early 2022, just before Russia launched its assault on Ukraine. Their closer military and economic ties since then have worried Western capitals, reports AFP.Beijing has avoided condemning Moscow's war, insisting it is neutral while urging a negotiated end to the fighting, while accusing the West of prolonging the conflict by arming Kyiv. At the same time, Ukraine's allies have accused China of quietly aiding Russia.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-and-russia-set-for-a-face-off-in-baltics-1756788230637/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-and-russia-set-for-a-face-off-in-baltics-1756788230637/embed</a>&nbsp;

During a meeting in Beijing on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping that the relationship between their countries is at an "unprecedented level." 

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (Sep 2) told Chinese President Xi Jinping that relations between Moscow and Beijing had reached an "unprecedented level," as the two met in Beijing on the eve of a massive military parade. Dozens of world leaders, including North Korea's Kim Jong Un, are gathering in the Chinese capital for Wednesday's event, which will showcase Beijing's military strength and mark 80 years since the end of World War II. What did Putin say? In his remarks on a pooled live feed, Putin said, "Our close communication reflects the strategic nature of Russian-Chinese ties, which are currently at an unprecedented level". He added that the partnership had endured through past conflicts: "We were always together then, and we remain together now." Also read | Trump's latest wild plan: Reopen 'insane asylums' like Joker's Arkham amid his crime crackdown. Here's what he said China and Russia's shared criticism of the West This meeting comes a day after the SCO Summit wrapped, where Xi accused "certain countries" of bullying behaviour, a thinly veiled swipe at the United States and its President Donald Trump. Also at the SCO summit, Putin defended Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and placed the blame on Western governments. Also read | Macron gathers 'Coalition of the Willing' to slam Russia over Ukraine war. Will Trump attend? Xi echoes Putin's statement on Russia-China ties Echoing Putin's statement, Xi on Tuesday said, "China-Russia relations have withstood the test of international changes". He added that Beijing was ready to work with Moscow to push for what he called a "more just and reasonable global governance system". The two global powers declared a "no limits partnership" in early 2022, just before Russia launched its assault on Ukraine. Their closer military and economic ties since then have worried Western capitals, reports AFP. Beijing has avoided condemning Moscow's war, insisting it is neutral while urging a negotiated end to the fighting, while accusing the West of prolonging the conflict by arming Kyiv. At the same time, Ukraine's allies have accused China of quietly aiding Russia. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-and-russia-set-for-a-face-off-in-baltics-1756788230637/embed

During a meeting in Beijing on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping that the relationship between their countries is at an "unprecedented level."

Putin meets Xi in Beijing, declares Russia-China ties at 'unprecedented level'

US President Donald Trump has warned that Israel’s war in Gaza is harming its reputation worldwide and urged a quick resolution. “They’re gonna have to get that war over with. But it is hurting Israel. There’s no question about it. They may be winning the war, but they’re not winning the world of public relations, you know, and it is hurting them,” Trump told the Daily Caller.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-thrown-india-over-the-side-did-trump-cast-india-aside-for-business-with-pakistan-ex-us-nsa-jake-sullivan-weighs-in-1756780938116">'Thrown India over the side': Did Trump cast India aside for business with Pakistan? Ex-US NSA Jake Sullivan weighs In</a><h2>Israel’s weakened influence in Washington</h2>Trump also said that Israel no longer has the same sway in Washington that it once enjoyed. “If you go back 15–20 years, Israel had the strongest lobby in Congress of anything or body, or of any company or corporation or state that I’ve ever seen. Israel was the strongest, and today it doesn’t have that strong a lobby. It’s amazing,” he said.He blamed the rise of progressive Democrats for this shift, saying, “There was a time where you couldn’t speak badly about Israel if you wanted to be a politician, you couldn’t. But today you have Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and all these lunatics, and they’ve really changed it. Israel once had complete control in Congress, and now it doesn’t. I’m a little surprised to see it.”<h2>Trump recalls October 7 attacks</h2>The president also stressed the importance of remembering Hamas’s October 7 assault. “People have forgotten October 7, it was a really horrible day. I saw the pictures. It was really bad. You have people that deny it ever happened. You have people that deny the Holocaust ever happened,” he said.<h2>White House weighs in on postwar Gaza plans</h2>Last week, the White House held internal discussions on what Gaza could look like after the fighting. A senior official said Trump convened a meeting with aides to review “all aspects of the Gaza issue, including increasing aid deliveries, the hostage crisis and plans for the day after the war.” Another official said Trump “made clear that he wants the war to end, and that he wants peace and prosperity for all the people of the region.”Trump also claimed, “Nobody has done more for Israel than I have, including the recent attacks with Iran, wiping that thing out.”While pressing Israel to end the war quickly, Trump has also backed its plan to seize Gaza City. In recent weeks, he said Jerusalem must “finish the job” against Hamas, adding that hostages will only be freed after the militant group is destroyed.The Israeli military has reportedly assessed that the Gaza City campaign could last four to five months, after which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has discussed operations in refugee camps in central Gaza. Despite this, US officials, including Trump and his special envoy Steve Witkoff, have repeatedly stressed their preference for a shorter&nbsp;timeline.

Donald Trump warned that Israel’s war in Gaza is damaging its global image and urged a swift end. He added that Israel’s political influence in Washington has significantly declined over time.

US President Donald Trump has warned that Israel’s war in Gaza is harming its reputation worldwide and urged a quick resolution. “They’re gonna have to get that war over with. But it is hurting Israel. There’s no question about it. They may be winning the war, but they’re not winning the world of public relations, you know, and it is hurting them,” Trump told the Daily Caller. Also read: 'Thrown India over the side': Did Trump cast India aside for business with Pakistan? Ex-US NSA Jake Sullivan weighs In Israel’s weakened influence in Washington Trump also said that Israel no longer has the same sway in Washington that it once enjoyed. “If you go back 15–20 years, Israel had the strongest lobby in Congress of anything or body, or of any company or corporation or state that I’ve ever seen. Israel was the strongest, and today it doesn’t have that strong a lobby. It’s amazing,” he said. He blamed the rise of progressive Democrats for this shift, saying, “There was a time where you couldn’t speak badly about Israel if you wanted to be a politician, you couldn’t. But today you have Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and all these lunatics, and they’ve really changed it. Israel once had complete control in Congress, and now it doesn’t. I’m a little surprised to see it.” Trump recalls October 7 attacks The president also stressed the importance of remembering Hamas’s October 7 assault. “People have forgotten October 7, it was a really horrible day. I saw the pictures. It was really bad. You have people that deny it ever happened. You have people that deny the Holocaust ever happened,” he said. White House weighs in on postwar Gaza plans Last week, the White House held internal discussions on what Gaza could look like after the fighting. A senior official said Trump convened a meeting with aides to review “all aspects of the Gaza issue, including increasing aid deliveries, the hostage crisis and plans for the day after the war.” Another official said Trump “made clear that he wants the war to end, and that he wants peace and prosperity for all the people of the region.” Trump also claimed, “Nobody has done more for Israel than I have, including the recent attacks with Iran, wiping that thing out.” While pressing Israel to end the war quickly, Trump has also backed its plan to seize Gaza City. In recent weeks, he said Jerusalem must “finish the job” against Hamas, adding that hostages will only be freed after the militant group is destroyed. The Israeli military has reportedly assessed that the Gaza City campaign could last four to five months, after which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has discussed operations in refugee camps in central Gaza. Despite this, US officials, including Trump and his special envoy Steve Witkoff, have repeatedly stressed their preference for a shorter timeline.

Donald Trump warned that Israel’s war in Gaza is damaging its global image and urged a swift end. He added that Israel’s political influence in Washington has significantly declined over time.

'They may be winning, but...': Trump says Gaza war is 'hurting Israel' - Here's what he thinks Tel Aviv should do

Students at a Sydney junior school were left stunned when they saw a meteorite had crash-landed on their premises. St Pius X College was the stage for an extra-terrestrial visitor last Monday. Men in hazmat suits surrounded the space debris and checked it for radiation as students watched in awe, standing behind a yellow tape. The school wrote about the extraterrestrial visitor on its website, "It’s not every day students arrive at school to find space debris waiting for them, and the discovery quickly became the talk of the college." While the black rock sent shockwaves across the school, it wasn't what they thought it was. It was a ploy employed by the school authorities to kickstart National Science Week and give the students something exciting to send their minds racing. It made it all so real that the students only came to know what the school had done when they were later told that it was just a replica.&nbsp;Despite it not being a real meteorite, the school said the students were genuinely excited and amazed. Experts from GeoScience Australia and a Willoughby Fire and Rescue crew were there to answer their questions about the meteorite. "The event sparked imaginative and factual writing, as well as Mathematics lessons exploring size, weight, and even possible trajectories through space," the school wrote. It said all the excitement around the meteorite replica is a "reminder that sometimes the best learning comes from a little bit of mystery."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/249-radio-signals-slam-earth-in-minutes-deep-space-eruption-puzzles-scientists-1756191308323">249 radio signals slam Earth in minutes: Deep-space eruption puzzles scientists</a>&nbsp;<h2>Parents applauded the school for the effort during National Science Week</h2>The school's tactic worked, as St Pius X College said that the meteorite quickly became the "talk of the college". The experts fielded "plenty of curious questions" from the students. The innovative method to pique curiosity in students also earned the praise of parents. Talking about the fake meteorite, the parents wrote on social media how it had managed to generate interest in the kids about an outer space visitor. National Science Week has been celebrated every year in Australia since 1997. More than 2,000 events are organised nationwide to spark interest towards science among students and others.&nbsp;

Men in hazmat suits swarmed a meteorite at an Aussie school this week, sending everyone into a frenzy. Students watched as the space rock was inspected. However, it turned out to be a perfectly planned prank for a bigger cause.

Students at a Sydney junior school were left stunned when they saw a meteorite had crash-landed on their premises. St Pius X College was the stage for an extra-terrestrial visitor last Monday. Men in hazmat suits surrounded the space debris and checked it for radiation as students watched in awe, standing behind a yellow tape. The school wrote about the extraterrestrial visitor on its website, "It’s not every day students arrive at school to find space debris waiting for them, and the discovery quickly became the talk of the college." While the black rock sent shockwaves across the school, it wasn't what they thought it was. It was a ploy employed by the school authorities to kickstart National Science Week and give the students something exciting to send their minds racing. It made it all so real that the students only came to know what the school had done when they were later told that it was just a replica. Despite it not being a real meteorite, the school said the students were genuinely excited and amazed. Experts from GeoScience Australia and a Willoughby Fire and Rescue crew were there to answer their questions about the meteorite. "The event sparked imaginative and factual writing, as well as Mathematics lessons exploring size, weight, and even possible trajectories through space," the school wrote. It said all the excitement around the meteorite replica is a "reminder that sometimes the best learning comes from a little bit of mystery." Also Read: 249 radio signals slam Earth in minutes: Deep-space eruption puzzles scientists Parents applauded the school for the effort during National Science Week The school's tactic worked, as St Pius X College said that the meteorite quickly became the "talk of the college". The experts fielded "plenty of curious questions" from the students. The innovative method to pique curiosity in students also earned the praise of parents. Talking about the fake meteorite, the parents wrote on social media how it had managed to generate interest in the kids about an outer space visitor. National Science Week has been celebrated every year in Australia since 1997. More than 2,000 events are organised nationwide to spark interest towards science among students and others.

Men in hazmat suits swarmed a meteorite at an Aussie school this week, sending everyone into a frenzy. Students watched as the space rock was inspected. However, it turned out to be a perfectly planned prank for a bigger cause.

Meteorite sparks chaos at Australian school as hazmat team arrives. It turned out to be...

Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has accused Donald Trump of sacrificing America’s partnership with India in favour of personal business interests in Pakistan. Speaking to the MeidasTouch YouTube channel, Sullivan said, “In no small part, I think because of Pakistan’s willingness to do business deals with the Trump family, he has thrown the India relationship over the side. That is a huge strategic harm in its own right.”He called it one of the most under-reported stories in Trump’s foreign policy and warned it could undermine decades of bipartisan work to strengthen ties with India, the world’s largest democracy.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-trump-s-alive-russia-s-unstoppable-medvedev-mocks-europe-says-he-has-two-bad-news-for-merz-and-macron-1756662748156">‘Trump’s alive, Russia’s unstoppable’: Medvedev mocks Europe, says he has TWO bad news for Merz and Macron</a><h2>Concerns about America’s credibility</h2>Sullivan stressed that India was a natural partner for the US in technology, economics, and balancing China. He warned that by sidelining India, Washington risks sending a dangerous message to other allies. “Every other country in the world, Germany, Japan or Canada, will look at the situation and say that could be us tomorrow. And that only reinforces your view that you’ve got to hedge against the United States,” he said.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-missile-drone-strikes-russia-mocks-trump-s-deadline-says-ukraine-war-will-continue-army-chief-warns-1756645748035">More missile, drone strikes? Russia mocks Trump’s deadline, says Ukraine war will continue, army chief warns</a>He added that if allies start to believe they cannot rely on America, it would weaken the country’s global standing, “Our word should be our bond. We should be good for what we say. Our friends should be able to rely on us, and that has always been our strength.”<h2>Trump’s business and trade push in Pakistan</h2>The row comes after Trump-backed World Liberty Finance (WLF), a decentralised finance platform, signed agreements with Pakistan’s crypto industry earlier this year. Trump and his affiliates reportedly hold a 60 per cent stake in WLF. In June, Pakistan’s army confirmed that Trump and military chief Asim Munir had discussed trade, economic growth and cryptocurrency at the White House.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-viral-moments-of-modi-putin-xi-from-the-sco-summit-spark-meme-fest-1756750765281">WATCH | Viral moments of Modi, Putin, Xi from the SCO Summit spark meme fest</a>By July, Trump announced a trade deal with Pakistan while also threatening 25 per cent tariffs on Indian goods. He said Washington would work with Islamabad to develop its “massive oil reserves”. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the pact as “historic” and expressed hope it would deepen ties.

Jake Sullivan accused Trump of damaging US-India relations to pursue personal business in Pakistan, calling it a major, under-reported strategic setback that threatens decades of bipartisan diplomatic progress.

Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has accused Donald Trump of sacrificing America’s partnership with India in favour of personal business interests in Pakistan. Speaking to the MeidasTouch YouTube channel, Sullivan said, “In no small part, I think because of Pakistan’s willingness to do business deals with the Trump family, he has thrown the India relationship over the side. That is a huge strategic harm in its own right.” He called it one of the most under-reported stories in Trump’s foreign policy and warned it could undermine decades of bipartisan work to strengthen ties with India, the world’s largest democracy. Also read: ‘Trump’s alive, Russia’s unstoppable’: Medvedev mocks Europe, says he has TWO bad news for Merz and Macron Concerns about America’s credibility Sullivan stressed that India was a natural partner for the US in technology, economics, and balancing China. He warned that by sidelining India, Washington risks sending a dangerous message to other allies. “Every other country in the world, Germany, Japan or Canada, will look at the situation and say that could be us tomorrow. And that only reinforces your view that you’ve got to hedge against the United States,” he said. Also read: More missile, drone strikes? Russia mocks Trump’s deadline, says Ukraine war will continue, army chief warns He added that if allies start to believe they cannot rely on America, it would weaken the country’s global standing, “Our word should be our bond. We should be good for what we say. Our friends should be able to rely on us, and that has always been our strength.” Trump’s business and trade push in Pakistan The row comes after Trump-backed World Liberty Finance (WLF), a decentralised finance platform, signed agreements with Pakistan’s crypto industry earlier this year. Trump and his affiliates reportedly hold a 60 per cent stake in WLF. In June, Pakistan’s army confirmed that Trump and military chief Asim Munir had discussed trade, economic growth and cryptocurrency at the White House. Also read: WATCH | Viral moments of Modi, Putin, Xi from the SCO Summit spark meme fest By July, Trump announced a trade deal with Pakistan while also threatening 25 per cent tariffs on Indian goods. He said Washington would work with Islamabad to develop its “massive oil reserves”. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the pact as “historic” and expressed hope it would deepen ties.

Jake Sullivan accused Trump of damaging US-India relations to pursue personal business in Pakistan, calling it a major, under-reported strategic setback that threatens decades of bipartisan diplomatic progress.

'Thrown India over the side': Did Trump cast India aside for business with Pakistan? Ex-US NSA Jake Sullivan Weighs In

Tech giant Google is facing an unusual ultimatum from a hacker collective that has demanded the firing of two of its cybersecurity leaders or risk a major data leak. The group, calling itself Scattered LapSus Hunters, claims ties to several well-known cybercrime outfits, including Scattered Spider, LapSus, and ShinyHunters. In a post, the hackers alleged that Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has been probing their networks, prompting their demand that the company remove the two executives. WION is withholding the names of the two employees over privacy concerns.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/gen-z-uses-ai-the-most-but-it-s-eating-up-their-jobs-disturbing-trend-of-ai-turning-from-assistant-to-replacement-of-young-workers-work-life-jobs-1756723332217">Gen Z uses AI the most, but it's eating up their jobs. Disturbing trend of AI turning from assistant to replacement of young workers</a>&nbsp;The threat comes shortly after Google confirmed that ShinyHunters had accessed data from Salesforce, a third-party service provider. While Google said there was no breach of its internal databases or consumer Gmail accounts, the attackers appear to be leveraging the incident for pressure. In response, Google issued a global security alert to its 2.5 billion Gmail users, urging them to reset passwords as a precaution. The breach did not expose passwords or private Gmail data, but it did include business contact information, which hackers are now exploiting in phishing and “vishing” (voice phishing) schemes.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/how-chatgpt-helped-recover-a-200-000-lamborghini-huracan-stolen-two-years-ago-1756714194154">How ChatGPT helped recover a $200,000 Lamborghini Huracan stolen two years ago.</a>&nbsp;According to Google’s Threat Intelligence team, 37% of account hijackings across its platforms now stem from phishing and social engineering attacks. Fraudsters are impersonating Google staff using the stolen contact details, sending convincing fake emails and in some cases even making phone calls to trick users into giving up credentials. Google has not responded directly to the demand regarding the two employees, but the company stressed in a recent blog post that its focus remains on “protecting users and strengthening defenses against evolving threats.”

Hacking threat? Tech giant Google issues global Gmail alert after hackers target security team

Tech giant Google is facing an unusual ultimatum from a hacker collective that has demanded the firing of two of its cybersecurity leaders or risk a major data leak. The group, calling itself Scattered LapSus Hunters, claims ties to several well-known cybercrime outfits, including Scattered Spider, LapSus, and ShinyHunters. In a post, the hackers alleged that Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has been probing their networks, prompting their demand that the company remove the two executives. WION is withholding the names of the two employees over privacy concerns. Also Read: Gen Z uses AI the most, but it's eating up their jobs. Disturbing trend of AI turning from assistant to replacement of young workers The threat comes shortly after Google confirmed that ShinyHunters had accessed data from Salesforce, a third-party service provider. While Google said there was no breach of its internal databases or consumer Gmail accounts, the attackers appear to be leveraging the incident for pressure. In response, Google issued a global security alert to its 2.5 billion Gmail users, urging them to reset passwords as a precaution. The breach did not expose passwords or private Gmail data, but it did include business contact information, which hackers are now exploiting in phishing and “vishing” (voice phishing) schemes. Also Read: How ChatGPT helped recover a $200,000 Lamborghini Huracan stolen two years ago. According to Google’s Threat Intelligence team, 37% of account hijackings across its platforms now stem from phishing and social engineering attacks. Fraudsters are impersonating Google staff using the stolen contact details, sending convincing fake emails and in some cases even making phone calls to trick users into giving up credentials. Google has not responded directly to the demand regarding the two employees, but the company stressed in a recent blog post that its focus remains on “protecting users and strengthening defenses against evolving threats.”

As per Google’s Threat Intelligence team, approximately 37% of account hijackings across its platforms now originate from phishing and social engineering attacks

France on Thursday (Sep 4) will host a meeting with 'the Coalition of the Willing,' a group of around 30 countries to discuss future security guarantees for Ukraine and to condemn Russia's continued refusal to engage in peace talks. Announcing the upcoming meeting on X, President Emmanuel Macron reiterated the nations', "Unity and determination in our support for Ukraine, and an unwavering will for peace". The French presidency said the session follows US-European consultations in Washington earlier this month. "Following the meeting held between Europeans and Americans in Washington on August 18, the heads of state and government will discuss the work on security guarantees for Ukraine conducted in recent weeks and will take stock of the consequences of Russia's persistent refusal to make peace," Macron's office said in a statement on Monday (Sep 1).<h2>A review of Russia's anti-peace stance</h2>In his post, Macron said that the leaders will review progress on plans to support Kyiv once a peace deal is reached, while also assessing the impact of Russia's resistance to negotiations."Together with our partners, and in coordination with NATO, we will work to define robust security guarantees for Ukraine. These are a necessary prerequisite to move credibly towards peace."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-shows-off-long-neptune-a-domestic-missile-that-can-hit-targets-1-000-km-inside-russia-here-s-how-it-s-an-upgrade-on-r-360-neptune-1756191828542">Ukraine shows off 'Long Neptune': A domestic missile that can hit targets 1,000 km inside Russia. Here's how it's an 'upgrade' on R-360 Neptune</a>"We will also review Russia’s stance, as it persists in its war of aggression and continues to reject peace."Thursday's meeting will focus on recent military planning and highlight the lack of progress since Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in August. Diplomats noted there has still been no direct contact between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.<h2>What is the 'Coalition of the Willing'?</h2>The so-called "coalition of the willing" was launched by France and Britain in February. It has been working on military options to help deter Russia from future aggression against Ukraine once a truce takes hold.However, those talks have slowed in recent months, with several governments arguing that any European contribution would require US backing. So far, Washington has given no firm commitments under President Donald Trump.The coalition includes EU states, as well as Turkey, Canada and Australia.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-becomes-ukraine-s-biggest-diesel-supplier-as-trump-wages-tariff-war-on-new-delhi-over-russian-oil-1756541739906">India becomes Ukraine's biggest diesel supplier, as Trump wages tariff war on New Delhi over&nbsp;Russian&nbsp;oil</a><h2>Will Zelensky and Trump attend the meeting?</h2>According to reports, while his office has yet to confirm his presence, Zelensky is expected in Paris for the talks; most of the other leaders will join online.Citing sources, AFP reports that Trump is not expected to attend the meeting. However, Reuters reports that Washington will be briefed afterwards.On social media, Zelensky thanked President Emmanuel Macron for his "steadfast support" and called for a united response to Russia, "dragging their feet and prolonging the war". He later said he had spoken with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about coordination, adding, "Russia has stolen from peace, brazenly taking away a significant part of this year. This autumn, we must do everything possible to strengthen our positions."<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-russia-turns-up-the-heat-approximately-1-245-ukrainian-troops-killed-in-a-day-1756748663487/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-russia-turns-up-the-heat-approximately-1-245-ukrainian-troops-killed-in-a-day-1756748663487/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

France will host a meeting with the "Coalition of the Willing," a group of about 30 countries, on Thursday to discuss future security guarantees for Ukraine. Here's all you need to know.

France on Thursday (Sep 4) will host a meeting with 'the Coalition of the Willing,' a group of around 30 countries to discuss future security guarantees for Ukraine and to condemn Russia's continued refusal to engage in peace talks. Announcing the upcoming meeting on X, President Emmanuel Macron reiterated the nations', "Unity and determination in our support for Ukraine, and an unwavering will for peace". The French presidency said the session follows US-European consultations in Washington earlier this month. "Following the meeting held between Europeans and Americans in Washington on August 18, the heads of state and government will discuss the work on security guarantees for Ukraine conducted in recent weeks and will take stock of the consequences of Russia's persistent refusal to make peace," Macron's office said in a statement on Monday (Sep 1). A review of Russia's anti-peace stance In his post, Macron said that the leaders will review progress on plans to support Kyiv once a peace deal is reached, while also assessing the impact of Russia's resistance to negotiations. "Together with our partners, and in coordination with NATO, we will work to define robust security guarantees for Ukraine. These are a necessary prerequisite to move credibly towards peace." Also read | Ukraine shows off 'Long Neptune': A domestic missile that can hit targets 1,000 km inside Russia. Here's how it's an 'upgrade' on R-360 Neptune "We will also review Russia’s stance, as it persists in its war of aggression and continues to reject peace." Thursday's meeting will focus on recent military planning and highlight the lack of progress since Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin in August. Diplomats noted there has still been no direct contact between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. What is the 'Coalition of the Willing'? The so-called "coalition of the willing" was launched by France and Britain in February. It has been working on military options to help deter Russia from future aggression against Ukraine once a truce takes hold. However, those talks have slowed in recent months, with several governments arguing that any European contribution would require US backing. So far, Washington has given no firm commitments under President Donald Trump. The coalition includes EU states, as well as Turkey, Canada and Australia. Also read | India becomes Ukraine's biggest diesel supplier, as Trump wages tariff war on New Delhi over Russian oil Will Zelensky and Trump attend the meeting? According to reports, while his office has yet to confirm his presence, Zelensky is expected in Paris for the talks; most of the other leaders will join online. Citing sources, AFP reports that Trump is not expected to attend the meeting. However, Reuters reports that Washington will be briefed afterwards. On social media, Zelensky thanked President Emmanuel Macron for his "steadfast support" and called for a united response to Russia, "dragging their feet and prolonging the war". He later said he had spoken with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about coordination, adding, "Russia has stolen from peace, brazenly taking away a significant part of this year. This autumn, we must do everything possible to strengthen our positions." https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-russia-turns-up-the-heat-approximately-1-245-ukrainian-troops-killed-in-a-day-1756748663487/embed

France will host a meeting with the "Coalition of the Willing," a group of about 30 countries, on Thursday to discuss future security guarantees for Ukraine. Here's all you need to know.

Macron gathers 'Coalition of the Willing' to slam Russia over Ukraine war. Will Trump attend?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up a successful Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China. This was his first visit to China in seven years, and it marked a ‘new momentum’ in the India-China relationship. The Indian PM also showed the world his special bond with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he travelled with him in the same car. Amid this, the US has sent a contrasting message about the ongoing tariff war with India. On one hand, US President Donald Trump slammed New Delhi for ‘one-sided’ trade relations with America and claimed that India has offered zero tariff; on the other hand, the US Embassy quoted State Secretary Marco Rubio to claim the ‘new heights’ in the India-US relationship. While clarity on America's stance is needed, one thing is for sure: the SCO Summit and the photo-op of the Asian leaders were closely watched and tracked by the White House.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-trade-adviser-calls-india-kremlin-laundromat-targets-brahmins-in-shocking-remark-brahmins-profiteering-at-the-expense-of-1756695443300">Trump’s trade adviser calls India ‘Kremlin laundromat’, targets Brahmins in shocking remark</a><h3>Trump's ‘no tariff’ statement</h3>Trump on Monday (Sep 1) had a meltdown over India-US trade ties and claimed that it has been a ‘one-sided disaster.’ Making a big claim, Trump said that New Delhi has offered a zero tariff, adding a cautionary note of ‘it’s getting late.’ Calling his claims a ‘simple fact’, Trump justified his tariffs on India. “What few people understand is that we do very little business with India, but they do a tremendous amount of business with us. In other words, they sell us massive amounts of goods, their biggest “client,” but we sell them very little - Until now, a totally one-sided relationship, and it has been for many decades… It has been a totally one-sided disaster," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-one-sided-disaster-donald-trump-makes-big-no-tariffs-claim-india-us-trade-amid-modi-xi-putin-bonhomie-at-sco-1756733852715">'One-sided disaster...': Trump makes big 'no tariffs' claim on India-US trade amid Modi-Xi-Putin bonhomie at SCO</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-faces-heat-appeal-court-rules-against-tariffs-what-s-next-1756727939745/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-faces-heat-appeal-court-rules-against-tariffs-what-s-next-1756727939745/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>US Embassy's post about India-US ties</h2>Earlier in the day, the US embassy shared a post on X about ties with India “touching new heights.” It was posted at the exact time Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was holding a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio promoted the hashtag #USIndiaFWDforOurPeople and was quoted by the US Embassy, stating that the United States and India have a defining relationship in the 21st century, and it continues to reach new heights. Rubio's statement, quoted by the US Embassy, was made when he wished India on its Independence Day on Aug 15.&nbsp;&nbsp;"On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India as they celebrate their nation's Republic Day. As they commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India, we join them in recognising its enduring significance as the foundation of the world's largest democracy. The enduring friendship between our two peoples is the bedrock of our cooperation and propels us forward as we realise the tremendous potential of our economic relationship," Rubio had said in a post. The post by the US Embassy also came amid the absence of the US ambassador to India for months. While Trump appointed Sergio Gor to the post in late August, he has yet to take charge. The description of the page says: “This account will remain dormant until the new U.S. Ambassador to India arrives.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-china-presses-reset-button-for-ties-amid-trump-s-tariff-war-new-era-for-hindi-chini-bhai-bhai-with-modi-and-jinping-1756725284233">India, China press reset button on ties amid Trump's tariff war: New era for 'Hindi-Chini Bhai Bhai' with Modi and Jinping?</a><h2>Confused US amid Modi-Putin-Xi bonhomie in the US</h2>&nbsp;America's focus on ties with India comes at a time when the world witnessed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping's visible <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modi-at-sco-summit-in-two-car-rides-and-body-language-bonhomie-indian-pm-was-given-x-s-favourite-ride-and-had-putin-by-the-side-at-tinjian-1756706706483">bonhomie </a>at the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China. For days, Trump's hawk Peter Navarro criticised India for its oil purchase from Russia. Navarro described New Delhi as “nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin,” going to the extent of calling the Russia-Ukraine war ‘Modi’s war.' He claimed that Americans are paying because India is buying from Russia, and India's oil companies are profiteering from it.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on India on July 1. Punishing India for buying Russian oil, Trump imposed an additional tariff of 25 per cent. In all, Trump's 50 per cent tariff on India is now in effect. While the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his government's commitment towards farmers and small businesses and pushed for the 'swadeshi' message, India's Ministry of External Affairs, in response to Trump's tariff war, said that Indian businesses are based on its national interests. The timing of US statements coincides with PM Modi's meeting with world leaders, especially Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping, during the now-concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).&nbsp;

Trump slammed India for "one-sided" trade and imposed 50 per cent tariffs, even as the US Embassy praised India-US relations. This comes after PM Modi met Putin and Xi, showcasing India's strong regional ties. 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up a successful Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China. This was his first visit to China in seven years, and it marked a ‘new momentum’ in the India-China relationship. The Indian PM also showed the world his special bond with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he travelled with him in the same car. Amid this, the US has sent a contrasting message about the ongoing tariff war with India. On one hand, US President Donald Trump slammed New Delhi for ‘one-sided’ trade relations with America and claimed that India has offered zero tariff; on the other hand, the US Embassy quoted State Secretary Marco Rubio to claim the ‘new heights’ in the India-US relationship. While clarity on America's stance is needed, one thing is for sure: the SCO Summit and the photo-op of the Asian leaders were closely watched and tracked by the White House. Read More | Trump’s trade adviser calls India ‘Kremlin laundromat’, targets Brahmins in shocking remark Trump's ‘no tariff’ statement Trump on Monday (Sep 1) had a meltdown over India-US trade ties and claimed that it has been a ‘one-sided disaster.’ Making a big claim, Trump said that New Delhi has offered a zero tariff, adding a cautionary note of ‘it’s getting late.’ Calling his claims a ‘simple fact’, Trump justified his tariffs on India. “What few people understand is that we do very little business with India, but they do a tremendous amount of business with us. In other words, they sell us massive amounts of goods, their biggest “client,” but we sell them very little - Until now, a totally one-sided relationship, and it has been for many decades… It has been a totally one-sided disaster," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. Read More | 'One-sided disaster...': Trump makes big 'no tariffs' claim on India-US trade amid Modi-Xi-Putin bonhomie at SCO https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-faces-heat-appeal-court-rules-against-tariffs-what-s-next-1756727939745/embed US Embassy's post about India-US ties Earlier in the day, the US embassy shared a post on X about ties with India “touching new heights.” It was posted at the exact time Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was holding a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio promoted the hashtag #USIndiaFWDforOurPeople and was quoted by the US Embassy, stating that the United States and India have a defining relationship in the 21st century, and it continues to reach new heights. Rubio's statement, quoted by the US Embassy, was made when he wished India on its Independence Day on Aug 15. "On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India as they celebrate their nation's Republic Day. As they commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India, we join them in recognising its enduring significance as the foundation of the world's largest democracy. The enduring friendship between our two peoples is the bedrock of our cooperation and propels us forward as we realise the tremendous potential of our economic relationship," Rubio had said in a post. The post by the US Embassy also came amid the absence of the US ambassador to India for months. While Trump appointed Sergio Gor to the post in late August, he has yet to take charge. The description of the page says: “This account will remain dormant until the new U.S. Ambassador to India arrives.” Read More | India, China press reset button on ties amid Trump's tariff war: New era for 'Hindi-Chini Bhai Bhai' with Modi and Jinping? Confused US amid Modi-Putin-Xi bonhomie in the US America's focus on ties with India comes at a time when the world witnessed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping's visible bonhomie at the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China. For days, Trump's hawk Peter Navarro criticised India for its oil purchase from Russia. Navarro described New Delhi as “nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin,” going to the extent of calling the Russia-Ukraine war ‘Modi’s war.' He claimed that Americans are paying because India is buying from Russia, and India's oil companies are profiteering from it. Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on India on July 1. Punishing India for buying Russian oil, Trump imposed an additional tariff of 25 per cent. In all, Trump's 50 per cent tariff on India is now in effect. While the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his government's commitment towards farmers and small businesses and pushed for the 'swadeshi' message, India's Ministry of External Affairs, in response to Trump's tariff war, said that Indian businesses are based on its national interests. The timing of US statements coincides with PM Modi's meeting with world leaders, especially Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping, during the now-concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

Trump slammed India for "one-sided" trade and imposed 50 per cent tariffs, even as the US Embassy praised India-US relations. This comes after PM Modi met Putin and Xi, showcasing India's strong regional ties.&nbsp;

Confused America! Trump slams India on trade hours after US embassy praises ties — Is it impact of Modi-Xi-Putin SCO meet?

PM Modi’s unique style of ‘car diplomacy’ was on display again as he rode with Russian President Putin during the SCO Summit in China. Modi has shared car rides with several global leaders, including Barack Obama and Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighting his personal touch in diplomacy.

PM Modi's 'car diplomacy': From Putin to Obama, when Indian PM rode in same car with world leaders

Following the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen uniting, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was seen awkwardly standing left out. Several key moments captured during the leaders’ meeting have gone viral on social media, sparking a meme fest.<h2>Check out the viral memes</h2>In this video, Modi, Putin and Xi Jinping are seen talking. However, what’s more interesting is that, as people wonder what the leaders may be talking about, a dubbed version of the clip has gone viral on social media, claiming to be “leaked audio from SCO”. The viral video has sparked laughter on social media.In the dubbed clip, the three leaders mock “Donald Tariff” as they talk about 50 per cent tariffs imposed on India. Referring to US President Donald Trump claiming that he stopped many wars, the leaders then say Trump may steal the credit for uniting us three. In the next scene, the Pakistani PM is seen standing as PM Modi and Putin seem to ignore him and walk past him.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Leaked audio from SCO 😂😅 Uss taraf mat dekhna ek bheekari katora lekar khada hai. 💯😂🇵🇰<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SCOSummit2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SCOSummit2025</a> <a href="https://t.co/vmFhOkU2Oj">pic.twitter.com/vmFhOkU2Oj</a>&mdash; Wahida 🇦🇫 (@RealWahidaAFG) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealWahidaAFG/status/1962399744044749241?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Several other memes surfaced on social media.A person wrote sharing a picture from the SCO Summit, “Shebaz Sharif was looking like a beggar in the SCO meeting. Narendra Modi stole the show.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Shebaz Sharif was looking like a beggar in SCO meeting. Narendra Modi stolen the show.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SCOSummit?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SCOSummit</a> <a href="https://t.co/rvb3SULvU2">pic.twitter.com/rvb3SULvU2</a>&mdash; Ctrl C Ctrl Memes (@Ctrlmemes_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ctrlmemes_/status/1962385645302935607?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another person shared a clip of Modi, Putin, and Xi with a caption, “Me &amp; my friends: Last minute preparation before that one hard Exam. We are cooked.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Me &amp; my friends: Last minute preparation before that one hard Exam. We are cooked 🤯<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SCO?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SCO</a> <a href="https://t.co/a9paJ8MkJh">pic.twitter.com/a9paJ8MkJh</a>&mdash; K Uday (@udayvardhan_k) <a href="https://twitter.com/udayvardhan_k/status/1962389465873235985?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

One user wrote, “I wonder what they’re talking about.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I wonder what they’re talking about <a href="https://t.co/TOAfCcQTQO">pic.twitter.com/TOAfCcQTQO</a>&mdash; Brattani (@Bratt_world) <a href="https://twitter.com/Bratt_world/status/1962371975890034995?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another meme surfaced showing the reaction of Pakistanis with the caption: “Members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, calling for perpetrators behind the attack to be brought to justice.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨⚡️Members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, calling for perpetrators behind the attack to be brought to justice. <a href="https://t.co/lFkshWlGDs">pic.twitter.com/lFkshWlGDs</a>&mdash; THE MEME TIMES (@notsbiase) <a href="https://twitter.com/notsbiase/status/1962389951250907321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Thread 🧵 of meme template during Sco summit <a href="https://t.co/aIVfZIPiSO">pic.twitter.com/aIVfZIPiSO</a>&mdash; knowledge adda (@educatedbano) <a href="https://twitter.com/educatedbano/status/1962360942169321557?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">SCO visuals are getting out of control.😅☠️ <a href="https://t.co/8DdfudSvxo">pic.twitter.com/8DdfudSvxo</a>&mdash; The Hawk Eye (@thehawkeyex) <a href="https://twitter.com/thehawkeyex/status/1962418793642381821?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Several social media users commented laughing emojis below the memes and saying, “This is epic,” and “Savage”.

Several key moments captured during the leaders’ meeting during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China have gone viral on social media, sparking a meme fest.

Following the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen uniting, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was seen awkwardly standing left out. Several key moments captured during the leaders’ meeting have gone viral on social media, sparking a meme fest. Check out the viral memes In this video, Modi, Putin and Xi Jinping are seen talking. However, what’s more interesting is that, as people wonder what the leaders may be talking about, a dubbed version of the clip has gone viral on social media, claiming to be “leaked audio from SCO”. The viral video has sparked laughter on social media. In the dubbed clip, the three leaders mock “Donald Tariff” as they talk about 50 per cent tariffs imposed on India. Referring to US President Donald Trump claiming that he stopped many wars, the leaders then say Trump may steal the credit for uniting us three. In the next scene, the Pakistani PM is seen standing as PM Modi and Putin seem to ignore him and walk past him.

Several key moments captured during the leaders’ meeting during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China have gone viral on social media, sparking a meme fest.

WATCH | Viral moments of Modi, Putin, Xi from the SCO Summit spark meme fest

US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to issue 600,000 Chinese student visas, despite a backlash from his MAGA supporters. He told the Daily Caller on Sunday that it would be “insulting” to ban the Chinese students and said his move would benefit smaller universities. Trump’s announcement is a sharp departure from his administration’s crackdown on Chinese students launched earlier this year and has caught his conservative base off guard.&nbsp;In May, the Trump administration said that it will “aggressively” revoke the visas of Chinese students studying in the US.Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move would include “those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields”. The relations between Washington and Beijing were on a downhill trend then, prompted by a tit-for-tat trade war that was sparked by Trump’s tariffs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>‘Those are 600,000 spots that American kids won’t get’</h2>&nbsp;Some of his allies in the MAGA wing of Trump’s Republican Party have expressed anger and confusion. “I just don't understand it for the life of me,” said Fox News host Laura Ingraham. “Those are 600,000 spots that American kids won’t get.”Trump ally Laura Loomer wrote on X, “Nobody, I repeat nobody, wants 600,000 more Chinese ‘students’ aka Communist spies in the United States.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The White House has clarified that President Trump is not letting in 600,000 Chinese “students.” They are now claiming the 600,000 number comes from a two-year extension of the current 300,000 Chinese nationals on student visas. Let’s be clear. Every Chinese national is bound… <a href="https://t.co/M3zdg02swb">pic.twitter.com/M3zdg02swb</a>&mdash; Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) <a href="https://twitter.com/LauraLoomer/status/1961428604719342055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

WATCH: Europe, U.S. Too costly for Chinese students: Opting for Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/europe-u-s-too-costly-for-chinese-students-opting-for-malaysia-indonesia-thailand-1756747747876/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/europe-u-s-too-costly-for-chinese-students-opting-for-malaysia-indonesia-thailand-1756747747876/embed</a> <h2>US would struggle without Chinese students: Trump</h2> Trump defended his position by claiming that Chinese students bring money to the US economy and that denying them visas would weaken relations between the two countries.During a cabinet meeting last Tuesday, Trump said, “I told this to President Xi that we’re honoured to have their students here. Now, with that, we check and we’re careful, we see who is there.”Trump added that the US would struggle without Chinese students. “I have a very good relationship with [Chinese] President Xi. I think it’s very insulting to a country when you say you’re not going to take their students,” Trump told the Daily Caller, a right-wing news outlet.“You know, I get along with China,” he added. “China’s paying us a lot of money right now. They’re paying us hundreds of millions of dollars.” <h2>‘It’s good to get along with countries’</h2> The White House has said that the 600,000 student visas will be issued over the next two years, in line with numbers issued in previous years.Trump told the Daily Caller he did not expect anything in return for allowing students into the country.“No, I just think it’s, I think it’s, I think what we’re doing is the right thing to do. It’s good to get along with countries, not bad, especially, you know, nuclear-powered countries,” he said.

The Trump administration said in May that it will “aggressively” revoke the visas of Chinese students studying in the US. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move would include “those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields”.

US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to issue 600,000 Chinese student visas, despite a backlash from his MAGA supporters. He told the Daily Caller on Sunday that it would be “insulting” to ban the Chinese students and said his move would benefit smaller universities. Trump’s announcement is a sharp departure from his administration’s crackdown on Chinese students launched earlier this year and has caught his conservative base off guard. In May, the Trump administration said that it will “aggressively” revoke the visas of Chinese students studying in the US. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move would include “those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields”. The relations between Washington and Beijing were on a downhill trend then, prompted by a tit-for-tat trade war that was sparked by Trump’s tariffs. ‘Those are 600,000 spots that American kids won’t get’ Some of his allies in the MAGA wing of Trump’s Republican Party have expressed anger and confusion. “I just don't understand it for the life of me,” said Fox News host Laura Ingraham. “Those are 600,000 spots that American kids won’t get.” Trump ally Laura Loomer wrote on X, “Nobody, I repeat nobody, wants 600,000 more Chinese ‘students’ aka Communist spies in the United States.”

The Trump administration said in May that it will “aggressively” revoke the visas of Chinese students studying in the US. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the move would include “those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields”.

Trump defends his U-turn on Chinese student visas after severe backlash from MAGA supporters

From Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi travelling to China for the first time in seven years for the SCO Summit, to him holding a bilateral meeting with the Chinese President Xi Jinping, India and China have definitely pushed the reset button and no one but Trump is to be thanked!

India, China press reset button on ties amid Trump's tariff war: New era for 'Hindi-Chini Bhai Bhai' with Modi and Jinping?

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un left Pyongyang in his armoured train on Monday for China, where he will be attending the ‘Victory Day’ parade in the capital Beijing, said local media reports. Kim will rub shoulders with China’s President Xi Jinping, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and other world leaders during the ‘Victory Day’ parade on Wednesday in his first such multilateral international meeting. He will be among 26 other heads of states, including leaders from Myanmar, Iran, and Cuba, in attendance. It will also be the first time that a North Korean leader will attend the military parade in China since 1959.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kim’s armoured train is said to have a restaurant car serving fine French wines and dishes like fresh lobster.The train’s heavy protection slows it down, and consequently Kim’s journey is likely to take up to 24 hours, said a report of South Korea’s Yonhap agency.The reclusive leader rarely travels abroad, and his recent contact has been limited to Putin, whom he met twice since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;<h2>Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, started the tradition of travelling by train</h2>&nbsp;The tradition of travelling via train was started by Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, who visited Vietnam and Eastern Europe. Kim’s father, Kim Jong Il, also travelled by train, as he was reportedly afraid of flying.&nbsp;China’s military parade in Beijing marks 80 years since the end of the second world war. Xi Jinping will be flanked by leaders of some of the world’s most heavily sanctioned nations—Russia, North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar—and other leaders of the global south, but almost no leaders from the West. Only Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will be attending from Europe while Bulgaria and Hungary will send representatives.&nbsp;WATCH: N Korea's new missile factory undergoes Kim Jong Un's inspection, ahead of China visit<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/n-korea-s-new-missile-factory-undergoes-kim-jong-un-s-inspection-ahead-of-china-visit-1756746868904/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/n-korea-s-new-missile-factory-undergoes-kim-jong-un-s-inspection-ahead-of-china-visit-1756746868904/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Tens of thousands of military personnel will march in formation through Beijing’s historic Tiananmen Square, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War Two and the end of the conflict.The 70-minute parade is likely to feature China's latest weaponry, including aircraft, tanks, and anti-drone systems.&nbsp;

The tradition of travelling via train was started by Kim Jong Un’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, who visited Vietnam and Eastern Europe. Kim’s father, Kim Jong Il, also travelled by train, as he was reportedly afraid of flying.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un left Pyongyang in his armoured train on Monday for China, where he will be attending the ‘Victory Day’ parade in the capital Beijing, said local media reports. Kim will rub shoulders with China’s President Xi Jinping, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and other world leaders during the ‘Victory Day’ parade on Wednesday in his first such multilateral international meeting. He will be among 26 other heads of states, including leaders from Myanmar, Iran, and Cuba, in attendance. It will also be the first time that a North Korean leader will attend the military parade in China since 1959. Kim’s armoured train is said to have a restaurant car serving fine French wines and dishes like fresh lobster. The train’s heavy protection slows it down, and consequently Kim’s journey is likely to take up to 24 hours, said a report of South Korea’s Yonhap agency. The reclusive leader rarely travels abroad, and his recent contact has been limited to Putin, whom he met twice since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, started the tradition of travelling by train The tradition of travelling via train was started by Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, who visited Vietnam and Eastern Europe. Kim’s father, Kim Jong Il, also travelled by train, as he was reportedly afraid of flying. China’s military parade in Beijing marks 80 years since the end of the second world war. Xi Jinping will be flanked by leaders of some of the world’s most heavily sanctioned nations—Russia, North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar—and other leaders of the global south, but almost no leaders from the West. Only Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will be attending from Europe while Bulgaria and Hungary will send representatives. WATCH: N Korea's new missile factory undergoes Kim Jong Un's inspection, ahead of China visit https://www.wionews.com/videos/n-korea-s-new-missile-factory-undergoes-kim-jong-un-s-inspection-ahead-of-china-visit-1756746868904/embed Tens of thousands of military personnel will march in formation through Beijing’s historic Tiananmen Square, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War Two and the end of the conflict. The 70-minute parade is likely to feature China's latest weaponry, including aircraft, tanks, and anti-drone systems.

The tradition of travelling via train was started by Kim Jong Un’s grandfather, Kim Il Sung, who visited Vietnam and Eastern Europe. Kim’s father, Kim Jong Il, also travelled by train, as he was reportedly afraid of flying.

North Korea’s Kim heads for China in armoured train, to attend first multilateral international event

A massive earthquake with a 6.0 magnitude jolted Afghanistan on Sunday (August 31), in which at least 800 people have been reported dead so far, while 2,500 people were injured. This was not the first time the region experienced a terrific incident. Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes as it sits near the junction of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a highly active seismic zone.&nbsp;Here's a history of some extreme quakes in the history of Afghanistan prior to August 31, 2025:&nbsp;October 7, 2023: Afghanistan was hit by a 6.3 magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks in Herat province, killing more than 2,000 people and injuring more than 9,000.&nbsp;March 21, 2023: An earthquake of 6.5 magnitude hit the region and killed at least 13 people.September 5, 2022: At least eight people were dead in Afghanistan faced a tremor of an earthquake.&nbsp;June 22, 2022: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake in the eastern provinces of Paktika, Paktia, Khost, and Nangarhar killed at least 1,036 people.&nbsp;January 17, 2022: Afghanistan was hit by a 5.9 magnitude and at least 26 people were killed.&nbsp;Calls go unanswered&nbsp;As the earthquake jolts Afghanistan, prayers echo in Delhi's ‘Little Kabul’, which houses Afghan migrants. Prayers, hoping for the safety of their loved ones. The death toll after the strong quake of 6 magnitude has risen over 800. The country, which has been fighting for its rights, has now been struck by a calamity which again claimed many lives. The migrants living in India, have spent sleepless night after the news broke.&nbsp;Many have been trying to reach their relatives in the hope of hearing a familiar voice, but these calls are going unanswered. 20-year-old Asim, who sells fruits in central Delhi, says the calls going unattended is making it unbearable. His grandmother and extended family live in Jalalabad, which is one of the worst-affected regions.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/afghanistan-earthquake-could-himalayas-trigger-asia-s-deadliest-tectonic-shift-1756713371924">Afghanistan earthquake: Could Himalayas trigger Asia’s deadliest tectonic shift?</a> &nbsp;

Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes as it sits near the junction of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a highly active seismic zone.

A massive earthquake with a 6.0 magnitude jolted Afghanistan on Sunday (August 31), in which at least 800 people have been reported dead so far, while 2,500 people were injured. This was not the first time the region experienced a terrific incident. Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes as it sits near the junction of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a highly active seismic zone. Here's a history of some extreme quakes in the history of Afghanistan prior to August 31, 2025: October 7, 2023: Afghanistan was hit by a 6.3 magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks in Herat province, killing more than 2,000 people and injuring more than 9,000. March 21, 2023: An earthquake of 6.5 magnitude hit the region and killed at least 13 people. September 5, 2022: At least eight people were dead in Afghanistan faced a tremor of an earthquake. June 22, 2022: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake in the eastern provinces of Paktika, Paktia, Khost, and Nangarhar killed at least 1,036 people. January 17, 2022: Afghanistan was hit by a 5.9 magnitude and at least 26 people were killed. Calls go unanswered As the earthquake jolts Afghanistan, prayers echo in Delhi's ‘Little Kabul’, which houses Afghan migrants. Prayers, hoping for the safety of their loved ones. The death toll after the strong quake of 6 magnitude has risen over 800. The country, which has been fighting for its rights, has now been struck by a calamity which again claimed many lives. The migrants living in India, have spent sleepless night after the news broke. Many have been trying to reach their relatives in the hope of hearing a familiar voice, but these calls are going unanswered. 20-year-old Asim, who sells fruits in central Delhi, says the calls going unattended is making it unbearable. His grandmother and extended family live in Jalalabad, which is one of the worst-affected regions. Also read: Afghanistan earthquake: Could Himalayas trigger Asia’s deadliest tectonic shift?

Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes as it sits near the junction of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a highly active seismic zone.

How many times earthquake has hit Afghanistan? A history

Russia is reportedly carrying out assessments to determine the investments it would need to manufacture its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet in India amid growing bonhomie between Moscow and New Delhi in the face of turmoil in global trade and geopolitics arising from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. India has stated that it requires at least two to three squadrons of fifth-generation fighter jets, and the Russian Su-57 is a strong contender for the requirement along with the American F-35 jet, said an ANI report, citing defence sources.&nbsp;The Indian public sector unit Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) already manufactures Su-30MKI fighter jets under license at its Nashik facility, and could also be used for Su-57 production if required, sources told ANI. They added that several other Indian facilities engaged in producing Russian-origin defence platforms can also contribute to local manufacturing of the aircraft, thereby helping reduce costs.&nbsp;India and Russia have been coming closer at a time when Trump and his aides in the administration have been viciously attacking Delhi and imposing tariffs on Indian businesses.Besides the fifth-generation fighter jets, the Indian and Russian leadership have been discussing more defence projects. The Indian side has asked for high-end air defence systems like the S-500 and the S-400 along with other equipment.&nbsp;The Russian side, right from the topmost level, has been asking India to buy the Su-57 fighter jets. India was part of the Russian Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft project till 8-10 years ago but backed out due to some issues.Sources said the possibility of reviving the old project also cannot be ruled out at the moment in view of the global environment.The US administration has also been trying to push the F35 deal with India.&nbsp;India is also working to produce its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft project, for which clearance was given last year, and the first aircraft is likely to be ready for commissioning by the year 2035, and its first flight is likely by the year 2028.&nbsp;WATCH: U.S' mixed messaging tactic | Partnership or pressure on Delhi?<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-mixed-messaging-tactic-partnership-or-pressure-on-delhi-1756737864490/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-mixed-messaging-tactic-partnership-or-pressure-on-delhi-1756737864490/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Russia proposed to manufacture its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft in India with complete transfer of technology &nbsp;if the Indian government gives its nod, officials said.A spokesperson for Rosoboronexport, Russia’s state arms exporter, told Reuters earlier that the jet could enter production in India as early as this year.&nbsp;“Producing the aircraft locally will ensure that manufacturing and maintenance are not disrupted by Western sanctions,” the spokesperson told reporters on the sidelines of the Aero India aerospace exhibition in Bengaluru.

The concerned Russian agencies are making an assessment of investments at a time when India and Russia have stepped up defence cooperation amid growing strategic engagement between New Delhi and Moscow.

Russia is reportedly carrying out assessments to determine the investments it would need to manufacture its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet in India amid growing bonhomie between Moscow and New Delhi in the face of turmoil in global trade and geopolitics arising from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. India has stated that it requires at least two to three squadrons of fifth-generation fighter jets, and the Russian Su-57 is a strong contender for the requirement along with the American F-35 jet, said an ANI report, citing defence sources. The Indian public sector unit Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) already manufactures Su-30MKI fighter jets under license at its Nashik facility, and could also be used for Su-57 production if required, sources told ANI. They added that several other Indian facilities engaged in producing Russian-origin defence platforms can also contribute to local manufacturing of the aircraft, thereby helping reduce costs. India and Russia have been coming closer at a time when Trump and his aides in the administration have been viciously attacking Delhi and imposing tariffs on Indian businesses. Besides the fifth-generation fighter jets, the Indian and Russian leadership have been discussing more defence projects. The Indian side has asked for high-end air defence systems like the S-500 and the S-400 along with other equipment. The Russian side, right from the topmost level, has been asking India to buy the Su-57 fighter jets. India was part of the Russian Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft project till 8-10 years ago but backed out due to some issues. Sources said the possibility of reviving the old project also cannot be ruled out at the moment in view of the global environment. The US administration has also been trying to push the F35 deal with India. India is also working to produce its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft project, for which clearance was given last year, and the first aircraft is likely to be ready for commissioning by the year 2035, and its first flight is likely by the year 2028. WATCH: U.S' mixed messaging tactic | Partnership or pressure on Delhi? https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-mixed-messaging-tactic-partnership-or-pressure-on-delhi-1756737864490/embed Russia proposed to manufacture its Su-57 fifth-generation fighter aircraft in India with complete transfer of technology if the Indian government gives its nod, officials said. A spokesperson for Rosoboronexport, Russia’s state arms exporter, told Reuters earlier that the jet could enter production in India as early as this year. “Producing the aircraft locally will ensure that manufacturing and maintenance are not disrupted by Western sanctions,” the spokesperson told reporters on the sidelines of the Aero India aerospace exhibition in Bengaluru.

The concerned Russian agencies are making an assessment of investments at a time when India and Russia have stepped up defence cooperation amid growing strategic engagement between New Delhi and Moscow.

Russia assessing investments for Su-57 fifth-gen fighter jet production in India: Report

Donald Trump's Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, extended her remarks on Labour Day by giving an "America First" message. She took to the social media platform X and wrote, "This Labor Day, America works for Americans again. 100% of all new job gains have gone to U.S. citizens, and 2.5 million Americans are back at work since January. Under Biden, 88% of all jobs went to foreign born workers. Meanwhile DHS reforms have saved taxpayers over $13.2 billion.""President Trump and I are putting the American worker FIRST. Happy Labor Day!" she added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">This Labor Day, America works for Americans again. 100% of all new job gains have gone to U.S. citizens, and 2.5 million Americans are back at work since January. Under Biden, 88% of all jobs went to foreign born workers. Meanwhile DHS reforms have saved taxpayers over $13.2…&mdash; Secretary Kristi Noem (@Sec_Noem) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sec_Noem/status/1962531588756918520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump forgets what day it is&nbsp;Amid the rumours of his declining health, US President Donald Trump showed a hint of Alzheimer's as he forgot what day it was while making a post on his social media. He was confused about the Labour Day weekend. "DC is virtually, in just 14 days, a CRIME FREE ZONE. The people living and working there are ecstatic!!! President DJT," the American president wrote on Truth Social on Saturday (August 30). Moreover, the post was reshared by the White House on X.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-one-sided-disaster-donald-trump-makes-big-no-tariffs-claim-india-us-trade-amid-modi-xi-putin-bonhomie-at-sco-1756733852715">Trump makes big 'no tariffs' claim on India-US trade amid Modi-Xi-Putin meet</a>&nbsp;The next day, Trump made another post on Truth Social saying, "DC IS NOW A CRIME FREE ZONE, IN JUST 12 DAYS!!! President DJT."&nbsp;Trump's health rumours Initially, several reports noted that the American president was absent for six consecutive days from major global events. Also, he limited his communication to social media posts.&nbsp;This was accompanied by a photo of Trump showing a bruise on his hand. And that's what triggered online speculation about his health. Reacting to this, the White House claimed that Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, which causes leg swelling. While the condition is typically harmless, it can cause complications.&nbsp;Trump's doctor, Dr. Sean Barbabella, attributed his bruising to "minor soft tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin.” The doctor added that the President "remains in excellent health." &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

US Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, extended her remarks on Labour Day by giving an America First message.

Donald Trump's Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, extended her remarks on Labour Day by giving an "America First" message. She took to the social media platform X and wrote, "This Labor Day, America works for Americans again. 100% of all new job gains have gone to U.S. citizens, and 2.5 million Americans are back at work since January. Under Biden, 88% of all jobs went to foreign born workers. Meanwhile DHS reforms have saved taxpayers over $13.2 billion." "President Trump and I are putting the American worker FIRST. Happy Labor Day!" she added.

Donald Trump's Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, extended her remarks on Labour Day by giving an "America First" message.

'America works for Americans again': Kristi Noem's Labour Day message

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