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India has successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He will reach India on Thursday (Apr 10) from the United States after over a decade of legal wrangling.&nbsp;A joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is reportedly bringing Rana to India after&nbsp;the US Supreme Court rejected Rana's final plea to block his extradition.
Rana, a Canadian citizen of Pakistani origin, played a role in facilitating the Mumbai terror attack by assisting his associate, David Coleman Headley. Headley, one of the masterminds of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks conducted reconnaissance in Mumbai ahead of the terror attacks. A Pakistan Army doctor, Rana has been linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist organisation.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who are the other accused in 26/11 conspiracy case?</h2>
As per NIA chargesheet, the conspirators apart from Rana in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks include David Coleman Headley or Daood Gilani, a US Citizen, resident of Chicago, Illinois, senior functionaries of terrorist outfits LeT and HUJI, namely Hafiz Muhammad Saeed or Tayyaji, Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, Sajjid Majid or Wasi, Illyas Kashmiri, Abdur Rehman Hashim Syed, Major Abdurrehman and ISI officers namely Major Iqbal and Major Sameer Ali.
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<h2>What is Rana accused of?</h2>
As per NIA chargesheet, between 2006 and 2008, Headley used Tahawwur Rana's company as a front for several visits to Mumbai. According to Headley&rsquo;s testimony to the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Rana permitted the establishment of a Mumbai branch of his travel agency to assist in Headley&rsquo;s mission on behalf of Lashkar-e-Taiba.
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Tahawwur Rana and David Headley were detained by the FBI at the Chicago airport in October 2009 when they were flying out to execute an alleged&nbsp; attack on a Danish newspaper that had published controversial cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. However, David Headley later became an approver in the case and testified against Rana during their trial in Chicago. According to Headley, Rana aided Lashkar's plot and let his agency's resources be utilised for terror planning. Headley also alleged that he briefed Rana on the Mumbai mission in 2006, and Rana helped him get his business visa.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Rana will face India's law agencies 16 years after the Mumbai terror attacks. However, others accused in the case except Ajmal Kasab are at large. Kasab, the shooter was caught alive in Mumbai and was hanged to death at Pune&rsquo;s Yerwada Jail on November 2012.
Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tahawwur-rana-accused-in-2008-mumbai-attacks-to-land-in-india-today-after-us-extradition-8945745" rel="dofollow">Tahawwur Rana, accused in 2008 Mumbai attacks, to land in India today after US extradition</a>

World, India News | India has finally extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. What about the other accused in the case?

India has successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He will reach India on Thursday (Apr 10) from the United States after over a decade of legal wrangling. A joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is reportedly bringing Rana to India after the US Supreme Court rejected Rana's final plea to block his extradition. Rana, a Canadian citizen of Pakistani origin, played a role in facilitating the Mumbai terror attack by assisting his associate, David Coleman Headley. Headley, one of the masterminds of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks conducted reconnaissance in Mumbai ahead of the terror attacks. A Pakistan Army doctor, Rana has been linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist organisation. Read More | Tahawwur Rana ‘should be hanged’: Father of cop killed in 26/11 attacks demands capital punishment ahead of his extradition Who are the other accused in 26/11 conspiracy case? As per NIA chargesheet, the conspirators apart from Rana in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks include David Coleman Headley or Daood Gilani, a US Citizen, resident of Chicago, Illinois, senior functionaries of terrorist outfits LeT and HUJI, namely Hafiz Muhammad Saeed or Tayyaji, Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, Sajjid Majid or Wasi, Illyas Kashmiri, Abdur Rehman Hashim Syed, Major Abdurrehman and ISI officers namely Major Iqbal and Major Sameer Ali. Read More | Trump says military action against Iran 'absolutely' possible What is Rana accused of? As per NIA chargesheet, between 2006 and 2008, Headley used Tahawwur Rana's company as a front for several visits to Mumbai. According to Headley’s testimony to the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Rana permitted the establishment of a Mumbai branch of his travel agency to assist in Headley’s mission on behalf of Lashkar-e-Taiba. Read More | Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie' Tahawwur Rana and David Headley were detained by the FBI at the Chicago airport in October 2009 when they were flying out to execute an alleged attack on a Danish newspaper that had published controversial cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. However, David Headley later became an approver in the case and testified against Rana during their trial in Chicago. According to Headley, Rana aided Lashkar's plot and let his agency's resources be utilised for terror planning. Headley also alleged that he briefed Rana on the Mumbai mission in 2006, and Rana helped him get his business visa. Rana will face India's law agencies 16 years after the Mumbai terror attacks. However, others accused in the case except Ajmal Kasab are at large. Kasab, the shooter was caught alive in Mumbai and was hanged to death at Pune’s Yerwada Jail on November 2012. Read More | Tahawwur Rana, accused in 2008 Mumbai attacks, to land in India today after US extradition

India gets Tahawwur Rana: Who are the other accused in 26/11 case?

A puppy miraculously survived after falling more than 100 feet into a canyon in Colorado National Monument in western Colorado. The Mesa County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office rescued the dog after it took an unexpected tumble. The owner of the dog was at the site visiting and pulled up their car to soak in the view. The dog got curious and jumped out of the car. She ran straight towards the canyon and didn't stop, crossing the ledge and falling down.&nbsp;
The dog landed on a rock shelf over 100 feet down. The owner contacted officials at the monument to rescue the puppy. Mesa County Search and Rescue team worked with the Colorado National Monument park rangers and the Mesa County Sheriff's Office to save the puppy.&nbsp;
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The dog was brought back up and checked for injuries. Surprisingly, the 100-foot fall did not cause any major injuries, and the pup could walk around. It was taken to the emergency veterinary services where she was confirmed to have only suffered minor bruises, but no broken bones.
<h2>The dog escaped without any major injuries</h2>
Mesa County Search &amp; Rescue confirmed in a Facebook post that the dog had "no broken bones or internal injuries."
Her owner was relieved to get her pet back and thanked the rescue officers. "The dog&rsquo;s owner expressed immense relief and joy upon being reunited with their pet, who appeared happy and in good spirits," Mesa County Search &amp; Rescue wrote.
The Mesa County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office said, "If dogs have nine lives like cats, she definitely used one in her adventure on the Monument."
"We are proud of the efforts that made this successful rescue possible and are thrilled to see the pup safely back in the arms of its owner," Mesa County Search &amp; Rescue wrote.

A puppy miraculously survived after falling more than 100 feet into a canyon in Colorado National Monument in western Colorado. It got away with minor injuries. World Trending

A puppy miraculously survived after falling more than 100 feet into a canyon in Colorado National Monument in western Colorado. The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office rescued the dog after it took an unexpected tumble. The owner of the dog was at the site visiting and pulled up their car to soak in the view. The dog got curious and jumped out of the car. She ran straight towards the canyon and didn't stop, crossing the ledge and falling down. The dog landed on a rock shelf over 100 feet down. The owner contacted officials at the monument to rescue the puppy. Mesa County Search and Rescue team worked with the Colorado National Monument park rangers and the Mesa County Sheriff's Office to save the puppy. Also Read: Dog slips onto rail tracks after owner tries to get it on moving train The dog was brought back up and checked for injuries. Surprisingly, the 100-foot fall did not cause any major injuries, and the pup could walk around. It was taken to the emergency veterinary services where she was confirmed to have only suffered minor bruises, but no broken bones. The dog escaped without any major injuries Mesa County Search & Rescue confirmed in a Facebook post that the dog had "no broken bones or internal injuries." Her owner was relieved to get her pet back and thanked the rescue officers. "The dog’s owner expressed immense relief and joy upon being reunited with their pet, who appeared happy and in good spirits," Mesa County Search & Rescue wrote. The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office said, "If dogs have nine lives like cats, she definitely used one in her adventure on the Monument." "We are proud of the efforts that made this successful rescue possible and are thrilled to see the pup safely back in the arms of its owner," Mesa County Search & Rescue wrote.

Puppy miraculously survives 100-foot fall into a Colorado canyon

India has finally successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He will reach India shortly. A joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is reportedly bringing Rana to India.
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India has finally successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He will reach India shortly. A joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is reportedly bringing Rana to India. As the world reels under the pressure of Donald Trump's tariffs, the US president announced a 90-day pause on tariffs on all countries except China. Trump slapped China with a 125 per cent tariff after it retaliated against US tariffs. Trump labelled the pause a "transition to greatness." He hinted that he might consider exempting some US companies from tariffs during the 90-day window. Former first lady Michelle Obama has finally broken her silence and addressed conversations about her marriage and personal life, including rumours that she and former US President Barack Obama are getting divorced. Click on the headlines to read more Tahawwur Rana, accused in 2008 Mumbai attacks, to land in India today after US extradition India has finally successfully extradited Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. He will reach India on Thursday (Apr 10) from the United States after over a decade of legal wrangling. A joint team of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is reportedly bringing Rana to India after the US Supreme Court rejected Rana's final plea to block his extradition. Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie' US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Apr 8) hit pause on his sweeping global tariffs. Speaking at a White House event, the US president revealed that he has announced the 90-day pause because people were "getting a little yippie" — his term for spooked investors and nervous markets. Michelle Obama breaks silence on divorce rumors: 'They had to assume...' Former first lady Michelle Obama addressed conversations about her marriage and personal life, including rumours that she and former US President Barack Obama are getting divorced. Michelle spoke during an appearance on Sophia Bush's "Work in Progress podcast on Wednesday as she trashed the "society" and "stereotype". Trump says military action against Iran 'absolutely' possible WATCH | Tycoon Vijay Mallya loses appeal against UK bankruptcy order

Morning news brief: 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana to reach India shortly, Trump's reason for 90-day pause on tariffs, and more

India has recently decided to buy 26 Rafale-M (Rafale-Marine) fighter jets from France, spending about ₹63,000 crores. This has raised questions&mdash;why order exactly 26 jets? Why not 25 or 30? The answer lies in careful planning, keeping in mind India&rsquo;s defense needs, aircraft carrier requirements, and future goals.
<h2>Why the Navy Needs New Jets</h2>
The Indian Navy relies on MiG-29K fighter jets to operate from its two aircraft carriers&mdash;INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant. A total of 45 of these jets were purchased between 2004 and 2010. However, over the years, they have faced frequent technical issues and some operational losses, bringing the active fleet down to around 40. Of these, only 15 per cent to 47 per cent are typically operational at any given time due to ongoing maintenance and serviceability challenges. This has created an urgent need for more reliable and advanced aircraft to ensure the Navy remains combat-ready at sea.
That&rsquo;s where the Rafale-M comes in&mdash;the naval version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. It is modern, dependable, and already familiar to India, as the Air Force operates 36 Rafale jets. Designed specifically for aircraft carrier operations, the Rafale-M is well-suited for sea-based missions, making it a smart and timely choice for the Indian Navy.
<h2>Rafale-M vs Rafale-C: What's the Difference?</h2>
The Rafale-M is designed for carrier-based use. It has a stronger landing gear for catapult launches and deck landings, foldable wings to save space on the ship, and extra protection against saltwater corrosion. The Rafale-C, which is used by the Air Force, doesn&rsquo;t have these features but both jets share the same core systems like radar, weapons, and controls.
Because both versions are similar in their electronics and design, pilot training and jet maintenance become easier. The Navy and Air Force can use the same facilities and systems to support both types of Rafales, saving time and money.
<h2>India&rsquo;s Current Rafale Fleet</h2>
India's Air Force currently has 36 Rafale jets, split between two bases&mdash;Ambala and Hashimara. Out of these, 28 are single-seater Rafale-C jets meant for combat, and 8 are twin-seater Rafale-B jets used mainly for training and some missions. This mix ensures that pilots are well-trained while the combat fleet stays mission-ready.
<h2>So, Why 26 Jets?</h2>
The number 26 is not random. INS Vikrant, India's newest aircraft carrier launched in 2022, can carry exactly 26 fighter jets. So, buying 26 Rafale-Ms perfectly fits its full capacity. Of these, 22 will be single-seater combat jets, and 4 will be twin-seater jets for training purposes.
If India bought only 25, one spot on the carrier would go unused. If it ordered 30, there would be more jets than the carrier can hold, creating problems in parking, maintenance, and budgeting. So, 26 is the ideal number&mdash;no more, no less.
<h2>&nbsp;Why This Matters Strategically&nbsp;</h2>
This deal is more than just about replacing old jets. It is a smart move to make India&rsquo;s Navy stronger. Now that India has two aircraft carriers, it needs advanced jets to match. The Rafale-M will help India protect its interests in the Indian Ocean and respond quickly to any threats in the region.
Also, this deal brings India and France closer in defense cooperation. France has already helped India by supplying Scorpene submarines. This new jet deal continues that strong partnership. The agreement also ensures that India will receive jets customized to its specific needs, including special weapons and electronic systems.
<h2>A Temporary Step Toward a Self-Made Fighter Jet</h2>
While the Rafale-M fills today&rsquo;s needs, India is also working on building its own carrier-based fighter jet, called the Twin Engine Deck-Based Fighter (TEDBF). This jet is expected to be ready by 2035&ndash;2038. Until then, Rafale-M will be the backbone of India&rsquo;s naval fighter fleet.
<h2>In Summary</h2>
India&rsquo;s decision to buy 26 Rafale-M jets is a smart, well-planned step. It matches the exact needs of INS Vikrant, ensures better performance at sea, and keeps costs under control. This deal helps India modernize its Navy and strengthens ties with France. And as India continues to grow stronger in the Indian Ocean region, these Rafale-M jets will be key players in protecting the nation.
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Discover why India chose to purchase exactly 26 Rafale-M fighter jets from France, a decision driven by strategic planning and tailored to its naval needs.

India has recently decided to buy 26 Rafale-M (Rafale-Marine) fighter jets from France, spending about ₹63,000 crores. This has raised questions—why order exactly 26 jets? Why not 25 or 30? The answer lies in careful planning, keeping in mind India’s defense needs, aircraft carrier requirements, and future goals. Why the Navy Needs New Jets The Indian Navy relies on MiG-29K fighter jets to operate from its two aircraft carriers—INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant. A total of 45 of these jets were purchased between 2004 and 2010. However, over the years, they have faced frequent technical issues and some operational losses, bringing the active fleet down to around 40. Of these, only 15 per cent to 47 per cent are typically operational at any given time due to ongoing maintenance and serviceability challenges. This has created an urgent need for more reliable and advanced aircraft to ensure the Navy remains combat-ready at sea. That’s where the Rafale-M comes in—the naval version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. It is modern, dependable, and already familiar to India, as the Air Force operates 36 Rafale jets. Designed specifically for aircraft carrier operations, the Rafale-M is well-suited for sea-based missions, making it a smart and timely choice for the Indian Navy. Rafale-M vs Rafale-C: What's the Difference? The Rafale-M is designed for carrier-based use. It has a stronger landing gear for catapult launches and deck landings, foldable wings to save space on the ship, and extra protection against saltwater corrosion. The Rafale-C, which is used by the Air Force, doesn’t have these features but both jets share the same core systems like radar, weapons, and controls. Because both versions are similar in their electronics and design, pilot training and jet maintenance become easier. The Navy and Air Force can use the same facilities and systems to support both types of Rafales, saving time and money. India’s Current Rafale Fleet India's Air Force currently has 36 Rafale jets, split between two bases—Ambala and Hashimara. Out of these, 28 are single-seater Rafale-C jets meant for combat, and 8 are twin-seater Rafale-B jets used mainly for training and some missions. This mix ensures that pilots are well-trained while the combat fleet stays mission-ready. So, Why 26 Jets? The number 26 is not random. INS Vikrant, India's newest aircraft carrier launched in 2022, can carry exactly 26 fighter jets. So, buying 26 Rafale-Ms perfectly fits its full capacity. Of these, 22 will be single-seater combat jets, and 4 will be twin-seater jets for training purposes. If India bought only 25, one spot on the carrier would go unused. If it ordered 30, there would be more jets than the carrier can hold, creating problems in parking, maintenance, and budgeting. So, 26 is the ideal number—no more, no less. Why This Matters Strategically This deal is more than just about replacing old jets. It is a smart move to make India’s Navy stronger. Now that India has two aircraft carriers, it needs advanced jets to match. The Rafale-M will help India protect its interests in the Indian Ocean and respond quickly to any threats in the region. Also, this deal brings India and France closer in defense cooperation. France has already helped India by supplying Scorpene submarines. This new jet deal continues that strong partnership. The agreement also ensures that India will receive jets customized to its specific needs, including special weapons and electronic systems. A Temporary Step Toward a Self-Made Fighter Jet While the Rafale-M fills today’s needs, India is also working on building its own carrier-based fighter jet, called the Twin Engine Deck-Based Fighter (TEDBF). This jet is expected to be ready by 2035–2038. Until then, Rafale-M will be the backbone of India’s naval fighter fleet. In Summary India’s decision to buy 26 Rafale-M jets is a smart, well-planned step. It matches the exact needs of INS Vikrant, ensures better performance at sea, and keeps costs under control. This deal helps India modernize its Navy and strengthens ties with France. And as India continues to grow stronger in the Indian Ocean region, these Rafale-M jets will be key players in protecting the nation.

Why 26? Decoding India’s Rafale-M Magic Number

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Apr 9) ordered the Justice Department to investigate two former members of his first administration &mdash; Miles Taylor and Christopher Krebs. He also accused one of them of "treason".
Since taking office for the second time, Trump has targeted several former officials he views as political foes, but this is the first time he has directed the nominally independent Justice Department to open investigations into his political opponents.
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<h2>Who is Miles Taylor?</h2>
Miles Taylor is a former official at the Department of Homeland Security. In 2018, he wrote an opinion piece criticising Trump's leadership under the pseudonym "anonymous".
In the sensational opinion piece, he wrote that "the root of the problem is the president's amorality," and accused Trump of making "half-baked, ill-informed and occasionally reckless decisions."
Later, he revealed his identity as the op-ed's author and wrote a book titled "A Warning".
Accusing Taylor of saying "all sorts of lies, bad things," Trump, speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, said, "I think he's guilty of treason if you want to know the truth".
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"I think it's like a traitor, it's like spying...We're going to find out whether or not somebody is allowed to do that."
Taylor responded on X, saying, "Dissent isn't unlawful. It certainly isn't treasonous. America is headed down a dark path."
"Never has a man so inelegantly proved another man&rsquo;s point," remarked Trump's ex-aide.
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I said this would happen. Dissent isn&rsquo;t unlawful. It certainly isn&rsquo;t treasonous. America is headed down a dark path. Never has a man so inelegantly proved another man&rsquo;s point.
&mdash; Miles Taylor (@MilesTaylorUSA) <a href="https://twitter.com/MilesTaylorUSA/status/1910071199042068916?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Who is Christopher Krebs?</h2>
Trump also took aim at Christopher Krebs, who led the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency during the Republican's first term as the POTUS.&nbsp;
In 2020, Krebs was fired by Trump after he said that the 2020 election, in which Joe Biden defeated Donald Trump was the "most secure in American history" &mdash; something Trump strongly disputes. &nbsp;
"He's got a big price to pay," Trump said.
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"This guy, Krebs, was saying, 'Oh, the election was great. It was great,'" he said, adding "Well, it's been proven that it was not only not great, it was a very corrupt election."
"So we'll find out whether or not it was a safe election, and if it wasn't, he's got a big price to pay, and he's a bad guy."
Both men had their security clearances revoked.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trump orders DOJ to investigate ex-officials Miles Taylor and Christopher Krebs, accusing Taylor of treason and Krebs of malign acts related to the election.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Apr 9) ordered the Justice Department to investigate two former members of his first administration — Miles Taylor and Christopher Krebs. He also accused one of them of "treason". Since taking office for the second time, Trump has targeted several former officials he views as political foes, but this is the first time he has directed the nominally independent Justice Department to open investigations into his political opponents. Also read | Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie' Who is Miles Taylor? Miles Taylor is a former official at the Department of Homeland Security. In 2018, he wrote an opinion piece criticising Trump's leadership under the pseudonym "anonymous". In the sensational opinion piece, he wrote that "the root of the problem is the president's amorality," and accused Trump of making "half-baked, ill-informed and occasionally reckless decisions." Later, he revealed his identity as the op-ed's author and wrote a book titled "A Warning". Accusing Taylor of saying "all sorts of lies, bad things," Trump, speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, said, "I think he's guilty of treason if you want to know the truth". Also read | Trump says military action against Iran 'absolutely' possible "I think it's like a traitor, it's like spying...We're going to find out whether or not somebody is allowed to do that." Taylor responded on X, saying, "Dissent isn't unlawful. It certainly isn't treasonous. America is headed down a dark path." "Never has a man so inelegantly proved another man’s point," remarked Trump's ex-aide. I said this would happen. Dissent isn’t unlawful. It certainly isn’t treasonous. America is headed down a dark path. Never has a man so inelegantly proved another man’s point. — Miles Taylor (@MilesTaylorUSA) April 9, 2025 Who is Christopher Krebs? Trump also took aim at Christopher Krebs, who led the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency during the Republican's first term as the POTUS. In 2020, Krebs was fired by Trump after he said that the 2020 election, in which Joe Biden defeated Donald Trump was the "most secure in American history" — something Trump strongly disputes. "He's got a big price to pay," Trump said. Also read | Stock markets tumble, oil prices plunge as Trump's trade war escalates "This guy, Krebs, was saying, 'Oh, the election was great. It was great,'" he said, adding "Well, it's been proven that it was not only not great, it was a very corrupt election." "So we'll find out whether or not it was a safe election, and if it wasn't, he's got a big price to pay, and he's a bad guy." Both men had their security clearances revoked. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump targets critics from first term, orders DOJ to investigate ex-aides, accuses one of 'treason'

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Apr 8) hit pause on his sweeping global tariffs. Speaking at a White House event, the US president revealed that he has announced the 90-day pause because people were "getting a little yippie" &mdash; his term for spooked investors and nervous markets.
<h2>A U-turn?</h2>
The surprise 90-day pause came after a week of financial chaos, where Trump's tough new tariffs sent global markets tumbling. Speaking at a White House event honouring car racing champions, he admitted he was watching the collapse in real time.
"I thought that people were jumping a little bit out of line," he said.
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"They were getting yippie, you know, getting a little bit yippie, a little bit afraid," added Trump.
Trump's use of 'yippie' seems to be a reference to golfers getting the "yips" &mdash; a sudden loss of control under pressure. But he insisted the bond market now looks "beautiful."
"The bond market is very tricky. I was watching it. But if you look at it now, it's beautiful. The bond market right now is beautiful. But yeah, I saw last night where people were getting a little queasy," he said.
<h2>A strategic pause?</h2>
Trump labelled the pause a "transition to greatness." He hinted that he might consider exempting some US companies from tariffs during the 90-day window, but said that the decisions would be made "instinctively".
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<h2>China remains on the chopping block</h2>
Meanwhile, Trump did not spare China&mdash;it was slapped with a 125 per cent tariff after it retaliated against US tariffs.&nbsp;
On truth Social, Trump wrote that he has raised China's tariffs "Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World&rsquo;s Markets"
"I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully in the near future, China will realise that the days of ripping off the USA, and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," he added.
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Meanwhile, other countries that held back were told not to worry. Speaking to the press, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the 90-day pause would give the Trump administration time to make individual, specific deals with various nations.
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Bessent also insisted this was all part of Trump's master plan: "This was his strategy all along&hellip; And you might even say that he goaded China into a bad position. They responded. They have shown themselves to the world to be the bad actor."
<h2>Markets Bounce Back</h2>
The markets surged after the announcement, with Nasdaq up nearly 9 per cent, the S&amp;P 500 climbing 8 per cent, and the Dow Jones up 6 per cent.
(With inputs from agencies)

Trending | World | Discover why President Trump paused global tariffs for days, aiming to calm spooked investors and stabilize anxious markets amid financial turmoil.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Apr 8) hit pause on his sweeping global tariffs. Speaking at a White House event, the US president revealed that he has announced the 90-day pause because people were "getting a little yippie" — his term for spooked investors and nervous markets. A U-turn? The surprise 90-day pause came after a week of financial chaos, where Trump's tough new tariffs sent global markets tumbling. Speaking at a White House event honouring car racing champions, he admitted he was watching the collapse in real time. "I thought that people were jumping a little bit out of line," he said. Also read | Trump says military action against Iran 'absolutely' possible "They were getting yippie, you know, getting a little bit yippie, a little bit afraid," added Trump. Trump's use of 'yippie' seems to be a reference to golfers getting the "yips" — a sudden loss of control under pressure. But he insisted the bond market now looks "beautiful." "The bond market is very tricky. I was watching it. But if you look at it now, it's beautiful. The bond market right now is beautiful. But yeah, I saw last night where people were getting a little queasy," he said. A strategic pause? Trump labelled the pause a "transition to greatness." He hinted that he might consider exempting some US companies from tariffs during the 90-day window, but said that the decisions would be made "instinctively". Also read | 'Ripping off US unacceptable': Trump hikes China tariffs to 125%, gives '90-day PAUSE' on tariffs for countries seeking talks China remains on the chopping block Meanwhile, Trump did not spare China—it was slapped with a 125 per cent tariff after it retaliated against US tariffs. On truth Social, Trump wrote that he has raised China's tariffs "Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets" "I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully in the near future, China will realise that the days of ripping off the USA, and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," he added. Meanwhile, other countries that held back were told not to worry. Speaking to the press, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the 90-day pause would give the Trump administration time to make individual, specific deals with various nations. Also read | Stock markets tumble, oil prices plunge as Trump's trade war escalates Bessent also insisted this was all part of Trump's master plan: "This was his strategy all along… And you might even say that he goaded China into a bad position. They responded. They have shown themselves to the world to be the bad actor." Markets Bounce Back The markets surged after the announcement, with Nasdaq up nearly 9 per cent, the S&P 500 climbing 8 per cent, and the Dow Jones up 6 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie'

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that military action against Iran was "absolutely" possible if talks failed to produce a deal, adding that there was "not much time" to reach an agreement on its nuclear program.
"If necessary, absolutely," Trump told reporters when asked if military action was an option. "If it requires military, we're going to have military. Israel will obviously be very much involved in that, be the leader of that."
Trump said he wants Iran to thrive, but he won't allow Tehran to have nuclear weapons.&nbsp;
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<h2>Iran can't have nuclear weapon&nbsp;</h2>
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re not going to let them have a nuclear weapon. I want them to thrive. I want Iran to be great. The only thing they can&rsquo;t have is a nuclear weapon. They understand that" he said today in the Oval Office.&nbsp;
As the US and Iran are set to hold direct nuclear talks, Trump provided no timeline for when he would like to see a favourable conclusion. However, he said the US would take military action if necessary.
&ldquo;If it requires military (action), we&rsquo;re going to have military (action.) Israel will obviously be very much involved in that. They&rsquo;ll be the leader of that. But nobody leads us. We do what we want to do,&rdquo; he added.
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<h2>US strikes on Yemen</h2>
According to Yemen's Huthi media, the death toll from an air strike on Hodeida the day before that they blamed on the US had risen to 12 people.
"The death toll rose to 12, including six women and four children, after the massacre perpetrated by the American enemy" in Hodeida province, the Huthis' Al-Masirah TV channel said on Wednesday.&nbsp;
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The Houthi health media said the strike had targeted a residential area in the western province. Huthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said the group had downed a US drone, targeted an Israeli military site in the Tel Aviv area and launched drones at the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World | Understand the geopolitical implications of US-Iran tensions, with Trump indicating no specific timeline for nuclear negotiations but affirming military readiness.

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that military action against Iran was "absolutely" possible if talks failed to produce a deal, adding that there was "not much time" to reach an agreement on its nuclear program. "If necessary, absolutely," Trump told reporters when asked if military action was an option. "If it requires military, we're going to have military. Israel will obviously be very much involved in that, be the leader of that." Trump said he wants Iran to thrive, but he won't allow Tehran to have nuclear weapons. Also read: Stock markets tumble, oil prices plunge as Trump's trade war escalates Iran can't have nuclear weapon “We’re not going to let them have a nuclear weapon. I want them to thrive. I want Iran to be great. The only thing they can’t have is a nuclear weapon. They understand that" he said today in the Oval Office. As the US and Iran are set to hold direct nuclear talks, Trump provided no timeline for when he would like to see a favourable conclusion. However, he said the US would take military action if necessary. “If it requires military (action), we’re going to have military (action.) Israel will obviously be very much involved in that. They’ll be the leader of that. But nobody leads us. We do what we want to do,” he added. Also read: US-China falling apart? Beijing issues travel warning for citizens going to US as 'ties deteriorate' amid Trump's tariff war US strikes on Yemen According to Yemen's Huthi media, the death toll from an air strike on Hodeida the day before that they blamed on the US had risen to 12 people. "The death toll rose to 12, including six women and four children, after the massacre perpetrated by the American enemy" in Hodeida province, the Huthis' Al-Masirah TV channel said on Wednesday. Also read: American YouTuber Mr Beast slams Trump's tariffs, says 'Cheaper To Make His Chocolates Abroad' The Houthi health media said the strike had targeted a residential area in the western province. Huthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said the group had downed a US drone, targeted an Israeli military site in the Tel Aviv area and launched drones at the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier. Also read: EU hits back at Trump with retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $23.2 billion as trade war escalates (With inputs from agencies)

Trump says military action against Iran 'absolutely' possible

Another episode of a passenger urinating on a fellow passenger has been highlighted. The incident took place on an Air India flight (AI 2336) flying from New Delhi to Bangkok. The accused passenger, identified as Tushar Masand urinated on Hiroshi Yoshizane, the Managing Director of Bridgestone India.
As quoted in news agency ANI, an Air India spokesperson said, &ldquo;Air India confirms that an incident of unruly passenger behaviour was reported to the cabin crew operating flight AI2336, from Delhi to Bangkok, on 9 April 2025. The crew followed all laid-down procedures, and the matter has been reported to the authorities."
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"In addition to warning the unruly passenger, our crew offered to assist an aggrieved passenger to take up a grievance with authorities in Bangkok, which was declined at the time. The standing independent committee will be convened to assess the incident and determine the action, if any, to be taken against the unruly passenger. Air India continues to follow the SOPs as laid out by DGCA in such matters," he further added.
Yoshizane alerted the crew on board, and Masand was given a verbal warning. On arrival, Yoshizane refused to register a formal complaint as he did not want to waste time on arrival. The airline has put Masand on its no-fly list; the final decision will be taken when the probe is complete.
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Taking cognisance of the matter, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said, "Whenever these kinds of incidents happen, the ministry takes note of them. They will speak to the airline, and if there is any wrongdoing, then we will take necessary action."

Another episode of a passenger urinating on a fellow passenger has been highlighted. The incident took place on an Air India flight (AI 2336) flying from New Delhi to Bangkok. World

Another episode of a passenger urinating on a fellow passenger has been highlighted. The incident took place on an Air India flight (AI 2336) flying from New Delhi to Bangkok. The accused passenger, identified as Tushar Masand urinated on Hiroshi Yoshizane, the Managing Director of Bridgestone India. As quoted in news agency ANI, an Air India spokesperson said, “Air India confirms that an incident of unruly passenger behaviour was reported to the cabin crew operating flight AI2336, from Delhi to Bangkok, on 9 April 2025. The crew followed all laid-down procedures, and the matter has been reported to the authorities." Also read: WATCH: Air India flight en route to Delhi returns to Chicago over 10 clogged toilets "In addition to warning the unruly passenger, our crew offered to assist an aggrieved passenger to take up a grievance with authorities in Bangkok, which was declined at the time. The standing independent committee will be convened to assess the incident and determine the action, if any, to be taken against the unruly passenger. Air India continues to follow the SOPs as laid out by DGCA in such matters," he further added. Yoshizane alerted the crew on board, and Masand was given a verbal warning. On arrival, Yoshizane refused to register a formal complaint as he did not want to waste time on arrival. The airline has put Masand on its no-fly list; the final decision will be taken when the probe is complete. Also read: Air India cancels all flights to and from Mauritius on Feb 28 due to Cyclone Garance Taking cognisance of the matter, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said, "Whenever these kinds of incidents happen, the ministry takes note of them. They will speak to the airline, and if there is any wrongdoing, then we will take necessary action."

Air India flyer urinates on fellow passenger, put on no-fly list

Wall Street rose but European and Asian stock markets tumbled along with oil on Wednesday as President Donald Trump's trade war cranked up a notch.
US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs against trading partners kicked in, triggering strong retaliation from China which slapped a higher 84-percent levy on US goods.
The EU announced reprisals for steel and aluminium tariffs that entered force last month, targeting more than 20 billion euros ($22 billion) of US products including soybeans, motorcycles and beauty products.
Growing fears of weakened demand sent oil prices to four-year lows, with international benchmark Brent North Sea crude dropping under $60.
Frankfurt fell by three percent and Paris by 3.3 percent, as goods from the European Union now face a 20 percent tariff when entering the United States.
London slumped 2.9 percent, with Britain having been hit with a 10 percent levy on Saturday.
Most Asian equities markets fell back into the red -- Tokyo closed down 3.9 percent.
Wall Street's main indices wobbled but were up in midday trading, with Trump urging calm after most indexes fell about 10 percent over the past week.&nbsp;
"BE COOL! Everything is going to work out well. The USA will be bigger and better than ever before!" Trump posted on his Truth Social network.
IG chief market analyst Chris Beauchamp said "volatility is a given from here," with extended rallies possible even in a bear market.
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"Until we see some hard data on the impact of tariffs it will be impossible to say that the low" point has been reached, he added.
Any hopes of a last minute roll-back on tariffs were dashed as the United States earlier hit China -- its major trading partner -- with tariffs now reaching 104 percent.
"The world's largest and second largest economies are now locked in a trade war, and neither nation seems willing to back down," said Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets at Hargreaves Lansdown.
Speculation that Beijing will unveil stimulus measures helped Shanghai and Hong Kong stocks buck the downward trend in Asian equities.
Pharmaceutical firms took a heavy hit after Trump said he would be announcing a major levy on the sector.&nbsp;
Europe's most valuable company, weight-loss drug maker Novo Nordisk, and British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca both fell around seven percent.
<h2>Bond yields rise</h2>
"Perhaps even more alarmingly, US Treasury markets are also experiencing an incredibly aggressive selloff... adding to the evidence that they're losing their traditional haven status," said Jim Reid, managing director at Deutsche Bank.
The sharp rise in yields on US government bonds triggered similar increases to borrowing costs in the UK and Japan.
"It feels like no asset class has been spared as investors continue to price in a growing probability of a US recession," Reid added.
The rising yields may be an indication that investors need to sell bonds to cover losing positions in equity markets, which have fallen sharply in recent weeks.&nbsp;
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"When a few asset classes come under pressure, losses can pile up for investors and traders who are then forced to sell other investments including haven assets like government bonds," said XTB research director Kathleen Brooks.
Foreign exchange markets were similarly rattled on Wednesday -- Beijing has allowed the yuan to weaken to a record low against the dollar, while the South Korean won also hit its weakest since 2009 during the global financial crisis.
The dollar took a knock against the euro and the yen.&nbsp;
<h2>Key figures around 1530 GMT</h2>
New York - Dow: UP 0.4 percent at 37,806.08 points
New York - S&amp;P 500: UP 0.6 percent at 5,010.71
New York - Nasdaq Composite: UP 1.3 percent at 15,459.11
London - FTSE 100: DOWN 2.9 percent at 7,679.48 (close)
Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 3.3 percent at 6,863.02 (close)
Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 3.0 percent at 19,670.88 (close)
Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 3.9 percent at 31,714.03 (close)
Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: UP 0.7 percent at 20,264.49 (close)
Shanghai - Composite: UP 1.3 percent at 3,186.81 (close)
Euro/dollar: UP at $1.1062 from $1.0959&nbsp;
Pound/dollar: UP at $1.2785 from $1.2766
Dollar/yen: DOWN at 144.86 yen from 146.23 yen on Tuesday
Euro/pound: UP at 86.52 pence from 85.78 pence
West Texas Intermediate: DOWN 4.5 percent at $56.93 per barrel
Brent North Sea Crude: DOWN 4.2 percent at $60.19 per barrel
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World | US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs against trading partners kicked in, triggering strong retaliation from China which slapped a higher 84-percent levy on US goods.

Wall Street rose but European and Asian stock markets tumbled along with oil on Wednesday as President Donald Trump's trade war cranked up a notch. US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs against trading partners kicked in, triggering strong retaliation from China which slapped a higher 84-percent levy on US goods. The EU announced reprisals for steel and aluminium tariffs that entered force last month, targeting more than 20 billion euros ($22 billion) of US products including soybeans, motorcycles and beauty products. Growing fears of weakened demand sent oil prices to four-year lows, with international benchmark Brent North Sea crude dropping under $60. Frankfurt fell by three percent and Paris by 3.3 percent, as goods from the European Union now face a 20 percent tariff when entering the United States. London slumped 2.9 percent, with Britain having been hit with a 10 percent levy on Saturday. Most Asian equities markets fell back into the red -- Tokyo closed down 3.9 percent. Wall Street's main indices wobbled but were up in midday trading, with Trump urging calm after most indexes fell about 10 percent over the past week. "BE COOL! Everything is going to work out well. The USA will be bigger and better than ever before!" Trump posted on his Truth Social network. IG chief market analyst Chris Beauchamp said "volatility is a given from here," with extended rallies possible even in a bear market. Also read | US-China falling apart? Beijing issues travel warning for citizens going to US as 'ties deteriorate' amid Trump's tariff war "Until we see some hard data on the impact of tariffs it will be impossible to say that the low" point has been reached, he added. Any hopes of a last minute roll-back on tariffs were dashed as the United States earlier hit China -- its major trading partner -- with tariffs now reaching 104 percent. "The world's largest and second largest economies are now locked in a trade war, and neither nation seems willing to back down," said Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets at Hargreaves Lansdown. Speculation that Beijing will unveil stimulus measures helped Shanghai and Hong Kong stocks buck the downward trend in Asian equities. Pharmaceutical firms took a heavy hit after Trump said he would be announcing a major levy on the sector. Europe's most valuable company, weight-loss drug maker Novo Nordisk, and British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca both fell around seven percent. Bond yields rise "Perhaps even more alarmingly, US Treasury markets are also experiencing an incredibly aggressive selloff... adding to the evidence that they're losing their traditional haven status," said Jim Reid, managing director at Deutsche Bank. The sharp rise in yields on US government bonds triggered similar increases to borrowing costs in the UK and Japan. "It feels like no asset class has been spared as investors continue to price in a growing probability of a US recession," Reid added. The rising yields may be an indication that investors need to sell bonds to cover losing positions in equity markets, which have fallen sharply in recent weeks. Also read | 'Ripping off US unacceptable': Trump hikes China tariffs to 125%, gives '90-day PAUSE' on tariffs for countries seeking talks "When a few asset classes come under pressure, losses can pile up for investors and traders who are then forced to sell other investments including haven assets like government bonds," said XTB research director Kathleen Brooks. Foreign exchange markets were similarly rattled on Wednesday -- Beijing has allowed the yuan to weaken to a record low against the dollar, while the South Korean won also hit its weakest since 2009 during the global financial crisis. The dollar took a knock against the euro and the yen. Key figures around 1530 GMT New York - Dow: UP 0.4 percent at 37,806.08 points New York - S&P 500: UP 0.6 percent at 5,010.71 New York - Nasdaq Composite: UP 1.3 percent at 15,459.11 London - FTSE 100: DOWN 2.9 percent at 7,679.48 (close) Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 3.3 percent at 6,863.02 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 3.0 percent at 19,670.88 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 3.9 percent at 31,714.03 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: UP 0.7 percent at 20,264.49 (close) Shanghai - Composite: UP 1.3 percent at 3,186.81 (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.1062 from $1.0959 Pound/dollar: UP at $1.2785 from $1.2766 Dollar/yen: DOWN at 144.86 yen from 146.23 yen on Tuesday Euro/pound: UP at 86.52 pence from 85.78 pence West Texas Intermediate: DOWN 4.5 percent at $56.93 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: DOWN 4.2 percent at $60.19 per barrel Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Stock markets tumble, oil prices plunge as Trump's trade war escalates

As Trump's trade war worsens with retaliatory <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-tariff-india-pharmaceutical-companies-in-trouble-trump-says-will-hike-tariff-on-pharma-imports-8944500">tariffs</a>, China on Wednesday issued a travel advisory, warning its citizens heading to the US to stay cautious and assess the risks of travelling to America.&nbsp;
China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advised the citizens to stay cautious.
"Recently, due to the deterioration of China-US economic and trade relations and the domestic security situation in the United States, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism reminds Chinese tourists to fully assess the risks of traveling to the United States and be cautious," the ministry said in a statement.
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Meanwhile, China's Ministry of Education also issued a warning for students who are considering studying in the US.&nbsp;
It urged the &nbsp;Chinese nationals to carefully assess safety risks and increase their awareness of potential challenges when selecting US states, particularly those affected by the new restrictions.
This comes amid US and China are involved in a high-stake trade war, which began when US President Donald Trump announced to impose of reciprocal tariffs on several nations on April 2.&nbsp;
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Following this, China also retaliated and imposed 34% tariffs on American goods. However, it did not stop there and Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff.&nbsp;
On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday.&nbsp;
China then hit back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced.&nbsp;
Today, Trump raised the tariff on China to 125% effective immediately.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advised the citizens to stay cautious.

As Trump's trade war worsens with retaliatory tariffs, China on Wednesday issued a travel advisory, warning its citizens heading to the US to stay cautious and assess the risks of travelling to America. China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advised the citizens to stay cautious. "Recently, due to the deterioration of China-US economic and trade relations and the domestic security situation in the United States, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism reminds Chinese tourists to fully assess the risks of traveling to the United States and be cautious," the ministry said in a statement. Also read: 'Ripping off US unacceptable': Trump hikes China tariffs to 125%, gives '90-day PAUSE' on tariffs for countries seeking talks Meanwhile, China's Ministry of Education also issued a warning for students who are considering studying in the US. It urged the Chinese nationals to carefully assess safety risks and increase their awareness of potential challenges when selecting US states, particularly those affected by the new restrictions. This comes amid US and China are involved in a high-stake trade war, which began when US President Donald Trump announced to impose of reciprocal tariffs on several nations on April 2. Also read: American YouTuber Mr Beast slams Trump's tariffs, says 'Cheaper To Make His Chocolates Abroad' Following this, China also retaliated and imposed 34% tariffs on American goods. However, it did not stop there and Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff. On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday. China then hit back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced. Today, Trump raised the tariff on China to 125% effective immediately. Also read: 'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate (With inputs from agencies)

US-China falling apart? Beijing issues travel warning for citizens going to US as 'ties deteriorate' amid Trump's tariff war

American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as Mr Beast has hit out at US President Donald Trump for his reciprocal tariffs. Slamming the new taxes he said it will now be cheaper to produce his Feastables products overseas.
Taking to the micro-blogging site X the famed YouTuber &nbsp;wrote, "Ironically because of all the new tariffs it is now way cheaper to make our chocolate bars we sell globally NOT in America because other countries don't have a 20%+ tariff on our cogs."
In the same post he went on to say, "Btw we pay our farmers a living income, use fair trade certified beans, etc. so I was already spending a lot on cocoa. A random price hike was pretty brutal ngl.&rdquo;
The post from Donaldson, who has more than 380 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, comes as new import duties announced by Trump on April 2 goes into effect from April 9.
Further he said his company would adapt to the new tariff changes but raised concern for small businesses.
"We'll figure it out," he wrote adding, "I feel for small businesses though. Could really be a nail in the coffin for them."
<h2>Trump's reciprocal tariffs</h2>
Dubbed &ldquo;Liberation Day,&rdquo; the April 2 reciprocal tariffs announced on several countries was called a &ldquo;declaration of economic independence.&rdquo;
Trump announced 10% tariffs on all imports to the United States and a much higher tariffs on imports from 60 countries that included China and the European Union.
&nbsp;In fact, some territories with no economy, and no people were also hit by the tariffs announced by Trump.
Heard Island and McDonald Islands, an Australian external territory in the southern Indian Ocean was hit with a 10 per cent tariff by Trump. The islands are uninhabited and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The post from Donaldson, who has more than 380 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, comes as new import duties announced by Trump goes into effect from April 9 | World

American YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, popularly known as Mr Beast has hit out at US President Donald Trump for his reciprocal tariffs. Slamming the new taxes he said it will now be cheaper to produce his Feastables products overseas. Taking to the micro-blogging site X the famed YouTuber wrote, "Ironically because of all the new tariffs it is now way cheaper to make our chocolate bars we sell globally NOT in America because other countries don't have a 20%+ tariff on our cogs." In the same post he went on to say, "Btw we pay our farmers a living income, use fair trade certified beans, etc. so I was already spending a lot on cocoa. A random price hike was pretty brutal ngl.” The post from Donaldson, who has more than 380 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, comes as new import duties announced by Trump on April 2 goes into effect from April 9. Further he said his company would adapt to the new tariff changes but raised concern for small businesses. "We'll figure it out," he wrote adding, "I feel for small businesses though. Could really be a nail in the coffin for them." Trump's reciprocal tariffs Dubbed “Liberation Day,” the April 2 reciprocal tariffs announced on several countries was called a “declaration of economic independence.” Trump announced 10% tariffs on all imports to the United States and a much higher tariffs on imports from 60 countries that included China and the European Union. In fact, some territories with no economy, and no people were also hit by the tariffs announced by Trump. Heard Island and McDonald Islands, an Australian external territory in the southern Indian Ocean was hit with a 10 per cent tariff by Trump. The islands are uninhabited and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

American YouTuber Mr Beast slams Trump's tariffs, says 'Cheaper To Make His Chocolates Abroad'

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) raised <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-hits-back-at-trump-with-retaliatory-tariffs-on-us-goods-worth-232-billion-as-trade-war-escalates-8944038">tariffs</a>on China to 125% "starting immediately", stressing that Beijing has shown a "lack of respect" to the world's markets.&nbsp;
Trump stressed that the days of ripping off the US, and other countries, are no longer sustainable or acceptable.
"Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World&rsquo;s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully, in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," the US president said in a Truth Social post.
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This comes after China raised its retaliatory tariffs to 84% on Wednesday, after US imposed 104% tariffs on Chinese goods on Tuesday.&nbsp;
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<h2>'90-day PAUSE'</h2>
While getting harsh on China, Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US after the US president imposed reciprocal tariffs on April 2.&nbsp;
Trump said that he would put a "90-day PAUSE" and a "substantially lowered reciprocal tariff" on more than 75 countries who have called the US representatives for negotiations.&nbsp;
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"Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs, and that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!," he added.
Earlier today, China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advise the citizens heading to the US to stay "cautious" and assess the risks of travelling to America.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-not-backing-down-beijing-hits-back-at-us-with-84-tariffs-on-all-us-goods-from-april-10-after-trumps-104-duty-8943443">China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: While getting harsh on China, US President Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) raised tariffson China to 125% "starting immediately", stressing that Beijing has shown a "lack of respect" to the world's markets. Trump stressed that the days of ripping off the US, and other countries, are no longer sustainable or acceptable. "Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully, in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," the US president said in a Truth Social post. This comes after China raised its retaliatory tariffs to 84% on Wednesday, after US imposed 104% tariffs on Chinese goods on Tuesday. Also read: 'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate '90-day PAUSE' While getting harsh on China, Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US after the US president imposed reciprocal tariffs on April 2. Trump said that he would put a "90-day PAUSE" and a "substantially lowered reciprocal tariff" on more than 75 countries who have called the US representatives for negotiations. Also read: US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent "Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs, and that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!," he added. Earlier today, China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advise the citizens heading to the US to stay "cautious" and assess the risks of travelling to America. Also read: China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty (With inputs from agencies)

'Ripping off US unacceptable': Trump hikes China tariffs to 125%, gives '90-day PAUSE' on tariffs for countries seeking talks

As Elon Musk, the richest man, sees a decline of $135 billion to his net worth, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' fortune has also declined by $43 billion. ByteDance co-founder Zhang Yiming is adding to his riches, accounting for about a $14 billion increase to his net worth since the beginning of this year, which is a 31% hike. He is currently at $57.5 billion.
The 41-year-old software engineer has leaped ahead of Tencent founder and CEO Pony Ma, becoming China's richest person. Ma's net worth of $56.5 billion has pushed him behind, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Yiming is now the third-richest person in Asia.
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The TikTok founder's net worth has increased by $10 billion after it analysed &ldquo;the valuations from investors BlackRock Inc., Fidelity Investments and T. Rowe Price Group Inc. and the company&rsquo;s plans to buy back employee stock at a valuation of $312 billion," as reported in the Bloomberg report.
<h2>Who is Zhang Yiming?</h2>
This is viewed as a massive comeback by Yiming, as ByteDance's TikTok faced backlash from countries across the world, which led to the banning of the app. India, US, UK, Nepal, Netherlands and many other countries banned the video sharing app. This in turn brought not only bad publicity but also financial losses.
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The Beijing-based company ByteDance was founded in the year 2012; back in the day, it was in the confines of a four-bedroom apartment. It is the parent company of both social media app TikTok and news aggregator platform Toutiao. Yiming studied at Nankai University in Tianjin, where he majored in microelectronics engineering and software engineering.
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ByteDance co-founder Zhang Yiming is adding to his riches, accounting for about a $14 billion increase to his net worth since the beginning of this year, which is a 31% hike. He is currently at $57.5 billion. World

As Elon Musk, the richest man, sees a decline of $135 billion to his net worth, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' fortune has also declined by $43 billion. ByteDance co-founder Zhang Yiming is adding to his riches, accounting for about a $14 billion increase to his net worth since the beginning of this year, which is a 31% hike. He is currently at $57.5 billion. The 41-year-old software engineer has leaped ahead of Tencent founder and CEO Pony Ma, becoming China's richest person. Ma's net worth of $56.5 billion has pushed him behind, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Yiming is now the third-richest person in Asia. Also read: Top 10 world news: China, EU slaps US with retaliatory tariffs; Tahawwur Rana to land in India tomorrow, and more The TikTok founder's net worth has increased by $10 billion after it analysed “the valuations from investors BlackRock Inc., Fidelity Investments and T. Rowe Price Group Inc. and the company’s plans to buy back employee stock at a valuation of $312 billion," as reported in the Bloomberg report. Who is Zhang Yiming? This is viewed as a massive comeback by Yiming, as ByteDance's TikTok faced backlash from countries across the world, which led to the banning of the app. India, US, UK, Nepal, Netherlands and many other countries banned the video sharing app. This in turn brought not only bad publicity but also financial losses. Also read: 'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate The Beijing-based company ByteDance was founded in the year 2012; back in the day, it was in the confines of a four-bedroom apartment. It is the parent company of both social media app TikTok and news aggregator platform Toutiao. Yiming studied at Nankai University in Tianjin, where he majored in microelectronics engineering and software engineering.

Who is Zhang Yiming? TikTok co-founder becomes richest person in China

Head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons on Wednesday (April 9) said that he would like the agency to implement a system of trucks that would round up immigrants for deportation in a system similar to how Amazon truck delivers packages across US cities.&nbsp;
Stressing that the US should start treating this like a business, Lyons said that he wants to see a deportation process "like (Amazon) Prime, but with human beings."
&ldquo;We need to get better at treating this like a business,&rdquo; the Acting ICE Director said.&nbsp;
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Lyons was speaking at the 2025 Border Security Expo at the Phoenix Convention Center and was one of a series of Trump administration speakers. Tom Homan, Trump&rsquo;s &ldquo;border czar&rdquo;, and Kristi Noem, the secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security, were also there.
These speakers praised Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans.&nbsp;
Lyons also pointed at new technology being potentially implemented in the deportation process. He hoped that the agency could utilise artificial intelligence to &ldquo;free up bed space&rdquo; and &ldquo;fill up airplanes&rdquo;, allowing Ice to deport immigrants at a quicker pace.
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Further, Noem vowed to expand its use to more efficiently deport immigrants.&nbsp;
She also called the Alien Enemies Act "amazing".&nbsp;
While, Homan said "That is a law enacted by Congress, and we are using that", adding that it "bothers him" when judges attempt to prevent him from using the act.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Let the badge and guns do the badge-and-gun stuff. Everything else, let&rsquo;s contract out,&rdquo; Homan said.
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Homan said that family detention is still "on the table" as a policy.&nbsp;
Earlier on Tuesday, Trump hailed the Supreme Court's "big ruling" for clearing the way for his administration to move further with the deportation of certain immigrants under the "Alien Enemies Act".&nbsp;
"Thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday and today, we had a big ruling, too,&rdquo; Trump said. &ldquo;We had a very big ruling today, but we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alien-enemies-act-trump-says-great-day-for-justice-after-us-top-court-lifts-order-barring-deportations-8937346">Alien Enemies Act: Trump says 'GREAT DAY FOR JUSTICE' after US top court lifts order barring deportations</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Stressing that US should start treating this like a business, Lyons said that he wants to see a deportation process "like (Amazon) Prime, but with human beings."

Head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons on Wednesday (April 9) said that he would like the agency to implement a system of trucks that would round up immigrants for deportation in a system similar to how Amazon truck delivers packages across US cities. Stressing that the US should start treating this like a business, Lyons said that he wants to see a deportation process "like (Amazon) Prime, but with human beings." “We need to get better at treating this like a business,” the Acting ICE Director said. Also read: 'Will continue to deport monsters': Trump hails Supreme Court's ruling allowing cartel deportations under 'Alien Enemies Act' Lyons was speaking at the 2025 Border Security Expo at the Phoenix Convention Center and was one of a series of Trump administration speakers. Tom Homan, Trump’s “border czar”, and Kristi Noem, the secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security, were also there. These speakers praised Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans. Lyons also pointed at new technology being potentially implemented in the deportation process. He hoped that the agency could utilise artificial intelligence to “free up bed space” and “fill up airplanes”, allowing Ice to deport immigrants at a quicker pace. Also read: Why Indian students in Trump's US facing deportation: 'Drunk driving, shoplifting, speeding' Further, Noem vowed to expand its use to more efficiently deport immigrants. She also called the Alien Enemies Act "amazing". While, Homan said "That is a law enacted by Congress, and we are using that", adding that it "bothers him" when judges attempt to prevent him from using the act. “Let the badge and guns do the badge-and-gun stuff. Everything else, let’s contract out,” Homan said. Also read: MEA says 682 Indians deported from US since January, majority had attempted to enter illegally Homan said that family detention is still "on the table" as a policy. Earlier on Tuesday, Trump hailed the Supreme Court's "big ruling" for clearing the way for his administration to move further with the deportation of certain immigrants under the "Alien Enemies Act". "Thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday and today, we had a big ruling, too,” Trump said. “We had a very big ruling today, but we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.” Also read: Alien Enemies Act: Trump says 'GREAT DAY FOR JUSTICE' after US top court lifts order barring deportations (With inputs from agencies)

'Treat this like a business': ICE head wants deportations of immigrants to be like 'Amazon Prime, but with human beings'

China has hit back at the United States with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods.
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Meanwhile, the European Union has announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $23.2 billion as the trade war waged by US President Donald Trump escalates.
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China has hit back at the United States with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods. In other news, Tahawwur Rana, 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks key accused, to set to land in India tomorrow (Apr 10) after being extradited from the US. Meanwhile, the European Union has announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $23.2 billion as the trade war waged by US President Donald Trump escalates. Click on the headlines for more China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty China hits back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced. Tahawwur Rana, 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks key accused, to land in India tomorrow Tahawwur Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks key accused, has been extradited from the United States. He is set to land in India on Thursday (Apr 10) after exhausting all legal options in the US justice system to evade Indian authorities. EU hits back at Trump with retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $23.2 billion as trade war escalates The European Union on Wednesday (Apr 9) has approved retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods in response to the 25 per cent duties imposed by US President Donald Trump last month on the bloc’s steel and aluminium exports. The levies will hit around $23.2 billion worth of American goods. 'US-Ukraine Secret Weapon': How Kyiv, Washington planned operations against Russia at 'hidden' military HQ in Germany? Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to the UK revealed the US-Ukrainian military headquarters in Germany, calling it a "secret weapon" for planning military operations during the war with Russia. China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs As Trump's tariffs are affecting the world's economy at large, China has turned all friendly towards India, stressing that the two "largest developing" countries should "stand together" to overcome the difficulties brought by the ongoing trade war. 'DO IT NOW': Trump calls on companies to move to US, offers them 'ZERO TARIFFS' and quick approvals US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) called on companies to move to the United States of America, saying that it is a "GREAT time", and offering "ZERO TARIFFS". Top Chinese leaders to meet to discuss support measures amid trade war with US – Report China’s top leaders are expected to meet as soon as Wednesday (Apr 9) to discuss measures to boost the economy and stabilise capital markets amid escalations in the trade war with the United States, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Russia invites Indian PM Modi to attend 80th ‘Victory Day’ parade marking end of WW2 Russia has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the May 9 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of Soviet victory over Germany in World War II, Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said. Phule release postponed amid backlash from Brahmin groups: Know all about the controversy Upcoming Hindi film Phule, featuring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekha has run into troubled waters days ahead of its scheduled release. Gandhi plays reformer Mahatma Phule while Patralekha plays Savitribai Phule in the film directed by Ananth Mahadevan. The film’s trailer has sparked row with certain Brahmin groups objecting to certain portions of the film. The film has been postponed from its sceheduled April 11 release and CBFC has demanded certain cuts in the film before clearing it. IPL 2025 | In the name of fans: Why we must respect cricketers' personal space The Indian Premier League is far more than just another cricket tournament; it is a festival at this point. It integrates top-tier cricket, captivating spectacles, and a level of passion from fans unlike any other. What sets the IPL apart are the unparalleled cheers of supporters, the excitement, and their deep emotional attachment to the tournament. But amongst all this thrill, there is an important question we need to ponder: Are we providing the right amount of space and regard to cricketers?

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Canadian businessman and &ldquo;Shark Tank&rdquo; investor Kevin O'Leary called for the US to impose "400% tariffs" on China, saying that 104% is not enough.&nbsp;
He appealed to US President Donald Trump to go hasher on China, so that Beijing comes to the bargaining table.&nbsp;
&ldquo;104% tariffs in China are not enough. I&rsquo;m advocating 400%,&rdquo; O&rsquo;Leary stated during his appearance on a CNN panel on Tuesday night.
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This comes after Trump announced 104% tariffs on China after warning them to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff.&nbsp;
The Canadian businessman further criticised the Chinese government for stealing the intellectual property of the US, alleging that China does not play by the rules and despite being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), does not abide by its rules.
O&rsquo;Leary alleged that China steals technology, manufactures products in their country, and sells them back to the US.&nbsp;
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He demanded Trump to increase pressure on China to engage in negotiations.&nbsp;
<h2>'This is no longer about tariffs...'</h2>
He said that this was no longer about tariffs now, adding, "I want Xi on an airplane to Washington to level the playing field.&rdquo;
O'Leary stressed that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe. "I've had enough".&nbsp;
He said that the Trump government is the first to confront China on the matter.&nbsp;
He said that he was speaking on behalf of millions of Americans whose intellectual property has allegedly been plundered by China.
Stressing that the US is the world's largest economy, accounting for 25% of global GDP, O'Leary said that "we will not have that forever".&nbsp;
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Therefore, "it is imperative that China be under pressure right now," he said.&nbsp;
Earlier today, China announced to impose &nbsp;84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10.&nbsp;
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: O'Leary said that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe, and that the Trump government is the first to confront China.

Canadian businessman and “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O'Leary called for the US to impose "400% tariffs" on China, saying that 104% is not enough. He appealed to US President Donald Trump to go hasher on China, so that Beijing comes to the bargaining table. “104% tariffs in China are not enough. I’m advocating 400%,” O’Leary stated during his appearance on a CNN panel on Tuesday night. Also read: US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent This comes after Trump announced 104% tariffs on China after warning them to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff. The Canadian businessman further criticised the Chinese government for stealing the intellectual property of the US, alleging that China does not play by the rules and despite being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), does not abide by its rules. O’Leary alleged that China steals technology, manufactures products in their country, and sells them back to the US. Also read:China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty He demanded Trump to increase pressure on China to engage in negotiations. 'This is no longer about tariffs...' He said that this was no longer about tariffs now, adding, "I want Xi on an airplane to Washington to level the playing field.” O'Leary stressed that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe. "I've had enough". He said that the Trump government is the first to confront China on the matter. He said that he was speaking on behalf of millions of Americans whose intellectual property has allegedly been plundered by China. Stressing that the US is the world's largest economy, accounting for 25% of global GDP, O'Leary said that "we will not have that forever". Also read: ‘Playing with a losing hand’: US Treasury Secretary Bessent says China’s escalation was ‘big mistake’ Therefore, "it is imperative that China be under pressure right now," he said. Earlier today, China announced to impose 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. Also read: China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in (With inputs from agencies)

'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate

The Indian government has terminated the trans-shipment facility that gave Bangladesh's export cargo shipments access to go via India to a third country. With this blocking, the crucial trade route to Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar will be affected.
According to a government circular, Bangladesh will be unable to access Indian land customs stations en route to ports and airports.
The facility was provided to Bangladesh in 2020 to enable smooth trade and exports. Meanwhile, Indian exporters from the apparel sector had urged the government to take note of the situation and withdraw this access to the neighbouring country.
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"It has been decided to rescind the circular dated June 29, 2020, as amended, with immediate effect. Cargo already entered into India may be allowed to exit the Indian territory as per the procedure given in that circular," the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs' circular, dated April 8, said.
This announcement comes amid tariffs by the Trump administration in the US. 37% taxes have been levied on Bangladeshi goods entering America. Trump tariffs have been imposed of countries across the world, and even the farthest end of Antarctica features on the list.
The earlier circular had allowed transshipment of export cargo from Bangladesh to third countries using Indian Land Customs Stations (LCSs) en route to Indian ports and airports.
According to trade experts, the decision will help many of the Indian exporting sectors, like apparel, footwear, and gems and jewellery.
Bangladesh is a big competitor of India in the textile sector.
"Now we will have more air capacity for our cargo. In the past, exporters have complained about less space due to the transhipment facility given to Bangladesh," Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) Director General Ajay Sahai said.
Apparel exporters' body AEPC had earlier urged the government to suspend this order, which allows the trans-shipment of Bangladesh export cargo to third countries through the Delhi air cargo complex.
AEPC Chairman Sudhir Sekhri had stated that almost 20-30 loaded trucks arrive in Delhi every day, which slows down the smooth movement of cargo, and airlines are taking undue advantage of this.
This leads to an excessive increase in air freight rates, delay in handling and processing of export cargo, and severe congestion at the Cargo Terminal at the IGI Airport, Delhi, resulting in exports of Indian apparel through the Delhi air cargo complex becoming uncompetitive.
"This will help in the rationalisation of freight rates, resulting in less transportation cost to the Indian exporters, besides decongesting the airports, leading to a shorter transit time to ship the goods," AEPC Secretary General Mithileshwar Thakur said.
Think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) Founder Ajay Srivastava said that the withdrawal of this facility is expected to disrupt Bangladesh's export and import logistics, which depend on Indian infrastructure for third-country trade.
"The previous mechanism had offered a streamlined route through India, cutting transit time and cost. Now, without it, Bangladeshi exporters may face logistical delays, higher costs, and uncertainty. Additionally, Nepal and Bhutan, both landlocked nations, may raise concerns about restricted transit access to Bangladesh, especially as this move will hamper their trade with Bangladesh," Srivastava said.
He added that Bangladesh's plans for creating a strategic base near Chicken's Neck area with China's help may have prompted this action.
On the other hand, India always supported Bangladesh cause. India allows one way zero tariff access to Bangladesh goods (all except alcohol and cigarettes) to vast India market since past two decades.
India-Bangladesh relations nosedived dramatically after the interim government headed by Muhammad failed to contain attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, in that country.
The India- Bangladesh trade stood at $12.9 billion in 2023-24.
(With inputs from agencies)

The government has terminated the trans-shipment facility that allowed export cargo from Bangladesh to third countries using Indian land customs stations en route to ports and airports. World

The Indian government has terminated the trans-shipment facility that gave Bangladesh's export cargo shipments access to go via India to a third country. With this blocking, the crucial trade route to Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar will be affected. According to a government circular, Bangladesh will be unable to access Indian land customs stations en route to ports and airports. The facility was provided to Bangladesh in 2020 to enable smooth trade and exports. Meanwhile, Indian exporters from the apparel sector had urged the government to take note of the situation and withdraw this access to the neighbouring country. Also read: Can PM Modi-Yunus meet turn the tide for India-Bangladesh relations in post Hasina-era, what analysts say "It has been decided to rescind the circular dated June 29, 2020, as amended, with immediate effect. Cargo already entered into India may be allowed to exit the Indian territory as per the procedure given in that circular," the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs' circular, dated April 8, said. This announcement comes amid tariffs by the Trump administration in the US. 37% taxes have been levied on Bangladeshi goods entering America. Trump tariffs have been imposed of countries across the world, and even the farthest end of Antarctica features on the list. The earlier circular had allowed transshipment of export cargo from Bangladesh to third countries using Indian Land Customs Stations (LCSs) en route to Indian ports and airports. According to trade experts, the decision will help many of the Indian exporting sectors, like apparel, footwear, and gems and jewellery. Bangladesh is a big competitor of India in the textile sector. "Now we will have more air capacity for our cargo. In the past, exporters have complained about less space due to the transhipment facility given to Bangladesh," Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) Director General Ajay Sahai said. Apparel exporters' body AEPC had earlier urged the government to suspend this order, which allows the trans-shipment of Bangladesh export cargo to third countries through the Delhi air cargo complex. AEPC Chairman Sudhir Sekhri had stated that almost 20-30 loaded trucks arrive in Delhi every day, which slows down the smooth movement of cargo, and airlines are taking undue advantage of this. This leads to an excessive increase in air freight rates, delay in handling and processing of export cargo, and severe congestion at the Cargo Terminal at the IGI Airport, Delhi, resulting in exports of Indian apparel through the Delhi air cargo complex becoming uncompetitive. "This will help in the rationalisation of freight rates, resulting in less transportation cost to the Indian exporters, besides decongesting the airports, leading to a shorter transit time to ship the goods," AEPC Secretary General Mithileshwar Thakur said. Think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) Founder Ajay Srivastava said that the withdrawal of this facility is expected to disrupt Bangladesh's export and import logistics, which depend on Indian infrastructure for third-country trade. "The previous mechanism had offered a streamlined route through India, cutting transit time and cost. Now, without it, Bangladeshi exporters may face logistical delays, higher costs, and uncertainty. Additionally, Nepal and Bhutan, both landlocked nations, may raise concerns about restricted transit access to Bangladesh, especially as this move will hamper their trade with Bangladesh," Srivastava said. He added that Bangladesh's plans for creating a strategic base near Chicken's Neck area with China's help may have prompted this action. On the other hand, India always supported Bangladesh cause. India allows one way zero tariff access to Bangladesh goods (all except alcohol and cigarettes) to vast India market since past two decades. India-Bangladesh relations nosedived dramatically after the interim government headed by Muhammad failed to contain attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, in that country. The India- Bangladesh trade stood at $12.9 billion in 2023-24. (With inputs from agencies)

India blocks trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh to export goods to other countries. Here's why

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to the UK revealed the US-Ukrainian military headquarters in Germany, calling it a "secret weapon" for planning military operations during the war with Russia.
Zaluzhnyi said the headquarters is located in &nbsp;Wiesbaden, Germany, adding that it has become a secret weapon for our partners.&nbsp;
"This headquarters has truly become a secret weapon for our partners and me in planning operations and formulating the requirements for their implementation," Zaluzhnyi said in a post on Facebook on April 8.&nbsp;
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He further said that in the beginning, the coordination centre took shape in April 2002 at the US European Command in Stuttgart, Germany, before moving to Wiesbaden.&nbsp;
Zaluzhnyi highlighted that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly.&nbsp;
Despite backing Russia in several terms, the US-Ukrainian joint operational headquarters came in picture to asses the need for weapons and equipment for Ukraine.&nbsp;
"Over time, we realized that we needed a joint operational headquarters with our partners to assess the needs for weapons and equipment based on the planning of operations," he wrote.
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He stressed that the need became critical in the summer of 2022 when Western partners questioned the utility of some weapons Ukraine was requesting.
<h2>What does the HQ help with?&nbsp;</h2>
The HQ is also supported by the UK and enables the &nbsp;planning of operations, coordination of logistics, and NATO-standard formulation of requirements.
It also helped conduct war games, forecast battlefield needs, and relay supply demands directly to Washington and European capitals, Zaluzhnyi said.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;The headquarters is where operations were planned, war simulations were held, and the Ukrainian armed forces&rsquo; needs were evaluated in order to send the relevant information to Washington and European capitals.&rdquo;
However, US President Donald Trump has begun to limit some aspects of American cooperation with Ukraine, including in Wiesbaden, as he seeks to de-escalate the war.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zaluzhnyi said that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to the UK revealed the US-Ukrainian military headquarters in Germany, calling it a "secret weapon" for planning military operations during the war with Russia. Zaluzhnyi said the headquarters is located in Wiesbaden, Germany, adding that it has become a secret weapon for our partners. "This headquarters has truly become a secret weapon for our partners and me in planning operations and formulating the requirements for their implementation," Zaluzhnyi said in a post on Facebook on April 8. Also read: Russia invites Indian PM Modi to attend 80th ‘Victory Day’ parade marking end of WW2 He further said that in the beginning, the coordination centre took shape in April 2002 at the US European Command in Stuttgart, Germany, before moving to Wiesbaden. Zaluzhnyi highlighted that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly. Despite backing Russia in several terms, the US-Ukrainian joint operational headquarters came in picture to asses the need for weapons and equipment for Ukraine. "Over time, we realized that we needed a joint operational headquarters with our partners to assess the needs for weapons and equipment based on the planning of operations," he wrote. Also read: 'How is China going to respond?': Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Zelensky demands answers from Beijing He stressed that the need became critical in the summer of 2022 when Western partners questioned the utility of some weapons Ukraine was requesting. What does the HQ help with? The HQ is also supported by the UK and enables the planning of operations, coordination of logistics, and NATO-standard formulation of requirements. It also helped conduct war games, forecast battlefield needs, and relay supply demands directly to Washington and European capitals, Zaluzhnyi said. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks “The headquarters is where operations were planned, war simulations were held, and the Ukrainian armed forces’ needs were evaluated in order to send the relevant information to Washington and European capitals.” However, US President Donald Trump has begun to limit some aspects of American cooperation with Ukraine, including in Wiesbaden, as he seeks to de-escalate the war. Also read: Explainer: Russia's mysterious nuclear-armed Poseidon torpedo can annihilate a city. But some say it's not even real (With inputs from agencies)

'US-Ukraine Secret Weapon': How Kyiv, Washington planned operations against Russia at 'hidden' military HQ in Germany?

The European Union on Wednesday (Apr 9) has approved retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods in response to the 25 per cent duties imposed by US President Donald Trump last month on the bloc&rsquo;s steel and aluminium exports. The levies will hit around $23.2 billion worth of American goods.
The tariffs mark Europe&rsquo;s first retaliatory measures amid the trade war waged by Trump against his trade allies across the world. The levies will hit around $23.2 billion worth of American goods, including poultry, almonds, orange juice, soybeans, tobacco, steel and aluminium and yachts. Although the EU has not released a final list of US products that would be impacted yet.
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<h2>EU calls US tariffs unjustified and damaging</h2>
&ldquo;The EU considers US tariffs unjustified and damaging, causing economic harm to both sides, as well as the global economy. The EU has stated its clear preference to find negotiated outcomes with the US, which would be balanced and mutually beneficial,&rdquo; the European Commission said.
The duties would start being collected from April 15, said the European Commission. The 27-nation bloc had warned of measures to protect European business and consumers after Trump announced the 25 per cent tariffs on the metals.
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The EU also faces 20 per cent levies on almost all US imports as announced by the US president on April 2.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen earlier said that the EU was ready to retaliate unless talks to negotiate with the Trump administration were successful.
&ldquo;We are prepared to respond,&rdquo; she had said. She further added that the EU was preparing to take countermeasures against Trump&rsquo;s sweeping tariffs to protect its interests and businesses. However, von der Leyen also said that it was &ldquo;not too late to address concerns through negotiations&rdquo; with the US.
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<h2>EU tariffs to be brought in three phases</h2>
The EU retaliatory tariffs on US goods will be brought in three phases, with the first set coming into effect on Tuesday (Apr 15) next week. The second phase will come into effect a month later on May 15, followed by the third set from December 1.
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In its statement, the EU said, &ldquo;these countermeasures can be suspended at any time, should the US agree to a fair and balanced negotiated outcome&rdquo;.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The tariffs mark Europe’s first retaliatory measures amid the trade war waged by Trump against his trade allies across the world.

The European Union on Wednesday (Apr 9) has approved retaliatory tariffs on a wide range of US goods in response to the 25 per cent duties imposed by US President Donald Trump last month on the bloc’s steel and aluminium exports. The levies will hit around $23.2 billion worth of American goods. The tariffs mark Europe’s first retaliatory measures amid the trade war waged by Trump against his trade allies across the world. The levies will hit around $23.2 billion worth of American goods, including poultry, almonds, orange juice, soybeans, tobacco, steel and aluminium and yachts. Although the EU has not released a final list of US products that would be impacted yet. Also read | US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent EU calls US tariffs unjustified and damaging “The EU considers US tariffs unjustified and damaging, causing economic harm to both sides, as well as the global economy. The EU has stated its clear preference to find negotiated outcomes with the US, which would be balanced and mutually beneficial,” the European Commission said. The duties would start being collected from April 15, said the European Commission. The 27-nation bloc had warned of measures to protect European business and consumers after Trump announced the 25 per cent tariffs on the metals. Also read | 'DO IT NOW': Trump calls on companies to move to US, offers them 'ZERO TARIFFS' and quick approvals The EU also faces 20 per cent levies on almost all US imports as announced by the US president on April 2. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen earlier said that the EU was ready to retaliate unless talks to negotiate with the Trump administration were successful. “We are prepared to respond,” she had said. She further added that the EU was preparing to take countermeasures against Trump’s sweeping tariffs to protect its interests and businesses. However, von der Leyen also said that it was “not too late to address concerns through negotiations” with the US. Also read | China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty EU tariffs to be brought in three phases The EU retaliatory tariffs on US goods will be brought in three phases, with the first set coming into effect on Tuesday (Apr 15) next week. The second phase will come into effect a month later on May 15, followed by the third set from December 1. Also read | Trump tariffs more concerning than inflation: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra In its statement, the EU said, “these countermeasures can be suspended at any time, should the US agree to a fair and balanced negotiated outcome”. (With inputs from agencies)

EU hits back at Trump with retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $23.2 billion as trade war escalates

Just hours after China hit back at the United States with 84% tariffs on all American goods, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday (April 9) slammed Beijing's retaliatory tariffs as a "loser" move. He said China is the "worst offenders in the international trading system," and therefore does not want to negotiate.
Speaking to FOX Business Bessent said, "I think it&rsquo;s unfortunate that the Chinese actually don&rsquo;t want to come and negotiate, because they are the worst offenders in the international trading system."
&ldquo;They have the most imbalanced economy in the history of the modern world, and I can tell you that this escalation is a loser for them," he further said.
However, Bessent expressed confidence in the issue being resolved and said both the leaders, Trump and Xi Jinping, share a healthy relationship, "I am confident that this will be resolved at the highest level."
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"A very good start would be for them to make a gesture on the precursor fentanyl, because distributing drugs in China is punishable by death. Why don&rsquo;t they apply the same standards to the people who are exporting these chemicals to the US?", he further said.
<h2>China imposes retaliatory tariffs</h2>
China's finance ministry on Wednesday said it would impose 84 per cent tariff on US goods from Thursday (April 10). This is a sharp increase from the previously declared 34 per cent, after the US President Donald Trump imposed "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2.
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
This move comes after Trump&rsquo;s decision to raise tariffs on Chinese imports to 104 per cent, effective Wednesday. This has intensified the ongoing trade conflict between the world&rsquo;s two largest economies.
Beijing on Wednesday dismissed Washington&rsquo;s demands as coercive and said, "The US threat to escalate tariffs against China is a mistake on top of a mistake, which once again exposes the US&rsquo;s blackmailing nature,&rdquo; China&rsquo;s commerce ministry said in a statement. The ministry further warned, &ldquo;If the US insists on having its way, China will fight to the end."

United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said China is the "worst offenders in the international trading system," and therefore does not want to negotiate | World

Just hours after China hit back at the United States with 84% tariffs on all American goods, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday (April 9) slammed Beijing's retaliatory tariffs as a "loser" move. He said China is the "worst offenders in the international trading system," and therefore does not want to negotiate. Speaking to FOX Business Bessent said, "I think it’s unfortunate that the Chinese actually don’t want to come and negotiate, because they are the worst offenders in the international trading system." “They have the most imbalanced economy in the history of the modern world, and I can tell you that this escalation is a loser for them," he further said. However, Bessent expressed confidence in the issue being resolved and said both the leaders, Trump and Xi Jinping, share a healthy relationship, "I am confident that this will be resolved at the highest level." Also Read: Top Chinese leaders to meet to discuss support measures amid trade war with US – Report "A very good start would be for them to make a gesture on the precursor fentanyl, because distributing drugs in China is punishable by death. Why don’t they apply the same standards to the people who are exporting these chemicals to the US?", he further said. China imposes retaliatory tariffs China's finance ministry on Wednesday said it would impose 84 per cent tariff on US goods from Thursday (April 10). This is a sharp increase from the previously declared 34 per cent, after the US President Donald Trump imposed "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. This move comes after Trump’s decision to raise tariffs on Chinese imports to 104 per cent, effective Wednesday. This has intensified the ongoing trade conflict between the world’s two largest economies. Beijing on Wednesday dismissed Washington’s demands as coercive and said, "The US threat to escalate tariffs against China is a mistake on top of a mistake, which once again exposes the US’s blackmailing nature,” China’s commerce ministry said in a statement. The ministry further warned, “If the US insists on having its way, China will fight to the end."

US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

China&rsquo;s top leaders are expected to meet as soon as Wednesday (Apr 9) to discuss measures to boost the economy and stabilise capital markets amid escalations in the trade war with the United States, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Economists have warned that US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs on the world&rsquo;s second-largest economy could result in a decline of one to two per cent in the country&rsquo;s growth, worsen industrial overcapacity, put domestic jobs at risk, and further fuel deflationary forces.
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The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week.&nbsp;
<h2>High-level meet</h2>
The top leaders who are expected to attend the meeting include senior officials from the State Council, or cabinet, as well as several government and regulatory bodies, reported Reuters, citing two anonymous sources.
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They added that top officials from the government bodies, including the People's Bank of China, the central bank, and the finance ministry, were also likely to attend the meeting. Officials of the commerce ministry, the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) are also expected to be present at the meeting.
They will likely discuss measures to boost domestic consumption and support capital markets in China. The talks will likely include initiatives like making rebates on export tax more attractive for domestic companies, the sources said. Chinese state media are expected to report part of the meeting&rsquo;s agenda, they said.
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<h2>China-US trade war</h2>
On Wednesday (Apr 9), China hit back at the US with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods in response to the 104 per cent sweeping tariffs imposed by the US. The new Chinese levies are set to take effect on Thursday (Apr 10).
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-neighbourhood-first-policy-amid-tariff-war-xi-jinping-says-it-will-strengthen-ties-with-neighbours-8942918">China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in</a>
Earlier, China imposed a 34 per cent tariff on US goods following Trump&rsquo;s announcement of &ldquo;reciprocal tariffs&rdquo; on April 2. Trump had warned China of withdrawing its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50 per cent duties. However, China has vowed to fight back against the US president&rsquo;s alleged &ldquo;blackmail&rdquo;.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week.

China’s top leaders are expected to meet as soon as Wednesday (Apr 9) to discuss measures to boost the economy and stabilise capital markets amid escalations in the trade war with the United States, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Economists have warned that US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the world’s second-largest economy could result in a decline of one to two per cent in the country’s growth, worsen industrial overcapacity, put domestic jobs at risk, and further fuel deflationary forces. Also read | China vows to ‘fight’ against Trump’s tariff. Beijing’s plan to ban Hollywood movies could cost US millions The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week. High-level meet The top leaders who are expected to attend the meeting include senior officials from the State Council, or cabinet, as well as several government and regulatory bodies, reported Reuters, citing two anonymous sources. Also read | China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty They added that top officials from the government bodies, including the People's Bank of China, the central bank, and the finance ministry, were also likely to attend the meeting. Officials of the commerce ministry, the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) are also expected to be present at the meeting. They will likely discuss measures to boost domestic consumption and support capital markets in China. The talks will likely include initiatives like making rebates on export tax more attractive for domestic companies, the sources said. Chinese state media are expected to report part of the meeting’s agenda, they said. Also read | China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs China-US trade war On Wednesday (Apr 9), China hit back at the US with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods in response to the 104 per cent sweeping tariffs imposed by the US. The new Chinese levies are set to take effect on Thursday (Apr 10). Also read | China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in Earlier, China imposed a 34 per cent tariff on US goods following Trump’s announcement of “reciprocal tariffs” on April 2. Trump had warned China of withdrawing its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50 per cent duties. However, China has vowed to fight back against the US president’s alleged “blackmail”. (With inputs from agencies)

Top Chinese leaders to meet to discuss support measures amid trade war with US – Report

Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams is set to testify before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism on Wednesday (Apr 9).&nbsp;
She alleged that Meta built censorship tools for China that could suppress dissent and strengthen the Chinese Communist Party's surveillance apparatus.&nbsp;
Wynn-Williams, former director of global public policy at Meta, claimed the company prioritized access to the Chinese market over US national interests.
"Throughout those seven years, I saw Meta executives repeatedly undermine U.S. national security and betray American values," the prepared opening testimony of Wynn-Williams reads.
"During my time at Meta, company executives lied about what they were doing with the Chinese Communist Party to employees, shareholders, Congress, and the American public," per the opening testimony.
Meta spokesperson Andy Stone, in an emailed statement on Tuesday (Apr 8), called the testimony "divorced from reality and riddled with false claims," according to Axios.
"While [Meta CEO] Mark Zuckerberg himself was public about our interest in offering our services in China and details were widely reported beginning over a decade ago, the fact is this: we do not operate our services in China today," he added.
<h2>Meta whistleblower&rsquo;s explosive memoir becomes No. 1 bestseller</h2>
Wynn-Williams' memoir titled "Careless People" revealed Meta's cooperation with the Chinese Communist regime. This led to Meta attempting to block the book's publication through legal means.&nbsp;
This move had an unintended effect: it generated significant media attention, with numerous headlines covering the controversy.&nbsp;
The publicity surrounding the legal battle contributed to the book's success, as it debuted at number one on The New York Times Bestseller non-fiction list, according to a report by Business Insider.&nbsp;
This was despite a judge ruling that Sarah Wynn-Williams likely violated her non-disparagement agreement with the company, and ordered her to cease promoting and selling the book.
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: Wynn-Williams' memoir titled "Careless People" revealed Meta's cooperation with the Chinese Communist regime. This led to Meta attempting to block the book's publication through legal means.

Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams is set to testify before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism on Wednesday (Apr 9). She alleged that Meta built censorship tools for China that could suppress dissent and strengthen the Chinese Communist Party's surveillance apparatus. Wynn-Williams, former director of global public policy at Meta, claimed the company prioritized access to the Chinese market over US national interests. "Throughout those seven years, I saw Meta executives repeatedly undermine U.S. national security and betray American values," the prepared opening testimony of Wynn-Williams reads. "During my time at Meta, company executives lied about what they were doing with the Chinese Communist Party to employees, shareholders, Congress, and the American public," per the opening testimony. Meta spokesperson Andy Stone, in an emailed statement on Tuesday (Apr 8), called the testimony "divorced from reality and riddled with false claims," according to Axios. "While [Meta CEO] Mark Zuckerberg himself was public about our interest in offering our services in China and details were widely reported beginning over a decade ago, the fact is this: we do not operate our services in China today," he added. Meta whistleblower’s explosive memoir becomes No. 1 bestseller Wynn-Williams' memoir titled "Careless People" revealed Meta's cooperation with the Chinese Communist regime. This led to Meta attempting to block the book's publication through legal means. This move had an unintended effect: it generated significant media attention, with numerous headlines covering the controversy. The publicity surrounding the legal battle contributed to the book's success, as it debuted at number one on The New York Times Bestseller non-fiction list, according to a report by Business Insider. This was despite a judge ruling that Sarah Wynn-Williams likely violated her non-disparagement agreement with the company, and ordered her to cease promoting and selling the book. (With inputs from agencies)

Meta accused by whistleblower of compromising US national security: Report

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) called on companies to move to the United States of America, saying that it is a "GREAT time", and offering "ZERO TARIFFS".&nbsp;
Trump took to Truth Social, saying that the companies should move to America like Apple did.&nbsp;
He offered them zero <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/donald-trump-tariffs-more-concerning-than-inflation-rbi-governor-sanjay-malhotra-us-reciprocal-tariffs-8943578">tariffs</a>, saying that the companies would also get "almost immediate Electrical/Energy hook ups and approvals."
"This is a GREAT time to move your COMPANY into the United States of America, like Apple, and so many others, in record numbers, are doing. ZERO TARIFFS, and almost immediate Electrical/Energy hook ups and approvals. No Environmental Delays. DON&rsquo;T WAIT, DO IT NOW!," Trump posted.&nbsp;
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This comes amid the ongoing trade war, initiated by Trump on April 2, as he announced to impose of "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations.&nbsp;
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Prior to this today, China hit back at the US after Trump imposed 104 tariffs, with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10.&nbsp;
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive.&nbsp;
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Following China's announcement, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen called the move &ldquo;unfortunate&rdquo;.&nbsp;
&ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s unfortunate that the Chinese actually don&rsquo;t want to come and negotiate because they are the worst offenders in the international trading system,&rdquo; Bessent said in an interview with Fox Business Network.
When asked about potentially kicking Chinese stocks off of US exchanges, he said everything is on the table.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-not-backing-down-beijing-hits-back-at-us-with-84-tariffs-on-all-us-goods-from-april-10-after-trumps-104-duty-8943443">China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump offered them zero tariffs, saying that the companies would also get "almost immediate Electrical/Energy hook ups and approvals."

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) called on companies to move to the United States of America, saying that it is a "GREAT time", and offering "ZERO TARIFFS". Trump took to Truth Social, saying that the companies should move to America like Apple did. He offered them zero tariffs, saying that the companies would also get "almost immediate Electrical/Energy hook ups and approvals." "This is a GREAT time to move your COMPANY into the United States of America, like Apple, and so many others, in record numbers, are doing. ZERO TARIFFS, and almost immediate Electrical/Energy hook ups and approvals. No Environmental Delays. DON’T WAIT, DO IT NOW!," Trump posted. This comes amid the ongoing trade war, initiated by Trump on April 2, as he announced to impose of "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations. Also read: China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in Prior to this today, China hit back at the US after Trump imposed 104 tariffs, with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive. Also read: China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs Following China's announcement, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen called the move “unfortunate”. “I think it’s unfortunate that the Chinese actually don’t want to come and negotiate because they are the worst offenders in the international trading system,” Bessent said in an interview with Fox Business Network. When asked about potentially kicking Chinese stocks off of US exchanges, he said everything is on the table. Also read: China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty (With inputs from agencies)

'DO IT NOW': Trump calls on companies to move to US, offers them 'ZERO TARIFFS' and quick approvals

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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Almost seven months after Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus for the first time on Friday (Apr 4) on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand. It marked a notable shift in New Delhi's attitude towards Dhaka after Hasina's exit and analysts say it is a welcoming step.</div>
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<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya, Bangladeshi economist and Distinguished Fellow at Center for Policy Dialogue spoke to WION and said, "The meeting between the two heads of government was a much-anticipated and welcome event. Both leaders used the opportunity to share their interests and concerns."</div>
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<div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Bhattacharya also shed light on the personal equation between the two leaders as Yunus gifted PM Modi a picture from 2015 wherein PM Modi was presenting a gold medal to Yunus at the opening ceremony of the 102nd Indian Science Congress. "It appears that it was also a refreshing personal experience for the leaders as they recalled the mutually respectful relationship that they had enjoyed all along," he told WION.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Harsh V. Pant, Vice President,Studies and Foreign Policy, at Observer Research Foundation, spoke to WION and said that the meeting between the two heads of the government was a much-anticipated and welcome event. "The meeting was a way forward to stabilise the relationship amid a series of indications coming from Bangladesh, starting from its effort to elevate their ties with Pakistan to Yunus' recent visit to China. PM Modi's meeting has conveyed to Dhaka that they can't ignore New Delhi and its concerns."&nbsp;</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">When asked if Yunus' recent visit to China prompted India to take the step forward for this meeting, Pant said: "I don't think there's any pressure on New Delhi regarding this. It was a long haul. At some point, New Delhi would have definitely spoken to Dhaka and the new Bangladeshi administration."</div>
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<h2 class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Bangladesh's ties with Pakistan and the India angle</h2>
<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">"Assuming that Bangladesh&rsquo;s desire to mend ties with Pakistan is solely driven by India-centric calculations would be an oversimplification of the geopolitical realities," said Aishwaria Sonavane, Researcher for Pakistan Studies at Takshashila Institution, when asked about Bangladesh's intentions about elevating ties with Pakistan,.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">"The dynamics of India-Bangladesh relations continue to shift, marked by significant points of contention, including the extradition of Sheikh Hasina from India and reports of targeted attacks on minority Hindu communities in Bangladesh. However, Bangladesh under Yunus is predominantly diversifying its partnerships," she explained while speaking to WION.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">In this regard, Bhattacharya added, "The nature and scale of the relationship of Bangladesh with any other country in the region will take note of the sensitivities of other neighbours but will not be hostage to them."</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/better-to-split-up-bangladesh-than-northeast-leaders-response-to-yunus-remark-8913690" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Better to split up Bangladesh than&hellip;&rsquo;: Northeast leader&rsquo;s response to Yunus remark</a></div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">However, voices in Bangladeshi administration under Yunus continue to spread rumours and be anti-India at different stages. For instance, the claim by Yunus' press secretary Shafiqul Alam that "India's response to the request for Hasina's extradition was not negative" was dismissed by the unnamed government sources calling it "mischievous and politically motivated". New Delhi would want the Yunus administration to be careful with its statements and narrative.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">"Stable relations with India is necessary for Bangladesh. India cannot be ignored as its leverage in the Indo-Pacific region is high. The ball is in Yunus' court," Pant said highlighting New Delhi's approach. Pavan Chaurasia, a research fellow at India Foundation, echoed the sentiments. "With this meeting, New Delhi showed that it is not averse to dealing with the new power centre in Bangladesh, provided that the neighbouring country respects India's genuine concerns," Chaurasia said.</div>
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<div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/sheikh-hasina-vows-to-return-to-bangladesh-calls-yunus-unfit-to-govern-bangladesh-8735410" rel="dofollow">Sheikh Hasina Vows To Return To Bangladesh, Calls Yunus 'Unfit' To Govern Bangladesh</a></div>
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Analysts believe that Bangladesh cannot ignore India even as it attempts to build an ally in the Chinese. "Considering Bangladesh's economic interdependence with India, deep-rooted geographical, and linguistic ties, completely sidelining India in favour of China is not practical or strategically prudent. For Bangladesh, India remains an indispensable partner for economic and regional stability, while China serves the role of a critical development and investment partner," Sonavane elaborated.
Pant added, "Yunus and his government cannot look in one direction. Bangladesh's economy is facing challenges and given the pressure that the Chinese economy is finding itself in due to the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump's administration in the US, it will not help Bangladesh to look to the Chinese solely."
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<div class="x_elementToProof">As the India-Bangladesh relationship continues to be on a rough path, the engagement between PM Modi and Yunus gives hope but the main question remains as to how it would pan out in a world that faces US President Donald&nbsp;Trump's 'big brother' tactics and China's 'won't give up' attitude.</div>
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Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-meets-bangladeshs-muhammad-yunus-on-bimstec-summit-sidelines-8924239" rel="dofollow"> </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-meets-bangladeshs-muhammad-yunus-on-bimstec-summit-sidelines-8924239" rel="dofollow">PM Modi meets Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus for the first time on BIMSTEC Summit sidelines</a>

World India News | PM Modi met Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus' first time on Apr 4.  Analysts say it is a welcoming step.

Almost seven months after Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus for the first time on Friday (Apr 4) on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand. It marked a notable shift in New Delhi's attitude towards Dhaka after Hasina's exit and analysts say it is a welcoming step. What did analysts say? Dr Debapriya Bhattacharya, Bangladeshi economist and Distinguished Fellow at Center for Policy Dialogue spoke to WION and said, "The meeting between the two heads of government was a much-anticipated and welcome event. Both leaders used the opportunity to share their interests and concerns." Bhattacharya also shed light on the personal equation between the two leaders as Yunus gifted PM Modi a picture from 2015 wherein PM Modi was presenting a gold medal to Yunus at the opening ceremony of the 102nd Indian Science Congress. "It appears that it was also a refreshing personal experience for the leaders as they recalled the mutually respectful relationship that they had enjoyed all along," he told WION. Harsh V. Pant, Vice President,Studies and Foreign Policy, at Observer Research Foundation, spoke to WION and said that the meeting between the two heads of the government was a much-anticipated and welcome event. "The meeting was a way forward to stabilise the relationship amid a series of indications coming from Bangladesh, starting from its effort to elevate their ties with Pakistan to Yunus' recent visit to China. PM Modi's meeting has conveyed to Dhaka that they can't ignore New Delhi and its concerns." When asked if Yunus' recent visit to China prompted India to take the step forward for this meeting, Pant said: "I don't think there's any pressure on New Delhi regarding this. It was a long haul. At some point, New Delhi would have definitely spoken to Dhaka and the new Bangladeshi administration." Read More | PM Modi writes to Yunus, stresses 'mutual sensitivity' in strengthening India-Bangladesh ties Bangladesh's ties with Pakistan and the India angle "Assuming that Bangladesh’s desire to mend ties with Pakistan is solely driven by India-centric calculations would be an oversimplification of the geopolitical realities," said Aishwaria Sonavane, Researcher for Pakistan Studies at Takshashila Institution, when asked about Bangladesh's intentions about elevating ties with Pakistan,. "The dynamics of India-Bangladesh relations continue to shift, marked by significant points of contention, including the extradition of Sheikh Hasina from India and reports of targeted attacks on minority Hindu communities in Bangladesh. However, Bangladesh under Yunus is predominantly diversifying its partnerships," she explained while speaking to WION. In this regard, Bhattacharya added, "The nature and scale of the relationship of Bangladesh with any other country in the region will take note of the sensitivities of other neighbours but will not be hostage to them." Read More | ‘Better to split up Bangladesh than…’: Northeast leader’s response to Yunus remark However, voices in Bangladeshi administration under Yunus continue to spread rumours and be anti-India at different stages. For instance, the claim by Yunus' press secretary Shafiqul Alam that "India's response to the request for Hasina's extradition was not negative" was dismissed by the unnamed government sources calling it "mischievous and politically motivated". New Delhi would want the Yunus administration to be careful with its statements and narrative. "Stable relations with India is necessary for Bangladesh. India cannot be ignored as its leverage in the Indo-Pacific region is high. The ball is in Yunus' court," Pant said highlighting New Delhi's approach. Pavan Chaurasia, a research fellow at India Foundation, echoed the sentiments. "With this meeting, New Delhi showed that it is not averse to dealing with the new power centre in Bangladesh, provided that the neighbouring country respects India's genuine concerns," Chaurasia said. WATCH | Sheikh Hasina Vows To Return To Bangladesh, Calls Yunus 'Unfit' To Govern Bangladesh Can Bangladesh ignore India for China? Analysts believe that Bangladesh cannot ignore India even as it attempts to build an ally in the Chinese. "Considering Bangladesh's economic interdependence with India, deep-rooted geographical, and linguistic ties, completely sidelining India in favour of China is not practical or strategically prudent. For Bangladesh, India remains an indispensable partner for economic and regional stability, while China serves the role of a critical development and investment partner," Sonavane elaborated. Pant added, "Yunus and his government cannot look in one direction. Bangladesh's economy is facing challenges and given the pressure that the Chinese economy is finding itself in due to the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump's administration in the US, it will not help Bangladesh to look to the Chinese solely." As the India-Bangladesh relationship continues to be on a rough path, the engagement between PM Modi and Yunus gives hope but the main question remains as to how it would pan out in a world that faces US President Donald Trump's 'big brother' tactics and China's 'won't give up' attitude. Read More | PM Modi meets Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus for the first time on BIMSTEC Summit sidelines

Can PM Modi-Yunus meet turn the tide for India-Bangladesh relations in post Hasina-era? What analysts say

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hailed the Supreme Court's "big ruling" for clearing the way for his administration to move further with the deportation of certain immigrants under the "Alien Enemies Act".&nbsp;
Trump might continue to use a 1978 law to deport alleged gang members to Venezuela, the US top court said, however, it will apply certain limits to it.&nbsp;
The Supreme Court's ruling included deporting alleged gang members under a wartime law dating back to 1798 called the "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-targets-venezuela-gang-with-alien-enemies-act-of-1798-used-in-world-war-i-8857510">Alien Enemies Act</a>".
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"Thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday and today, we had a big ruling, too,&rdquo; Trump said. &ldquo;We had a very big ruling today, but we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.&rdquo;
He further took to the Truth Social, saying "Last month, we officially designated Tren de Aragua, MS-13 and the Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations&mdash;and thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday... we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.&rdquo;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nazis-got-better-treatment-than-venezuelans-under-alien-enemies-act-us-court-8887341">'Nazis got better treatment than Venezuelans' under Alien Enemies Act by Trump administration, says US court</a>
While reacting to the order, Trump posted, "The Supreme Court has upheld the Rule of Law in our Nation by allowing a President, whoever that may be, to be able to secure our Borders and protect our families and our Country, itself. A GREAT DAY FOR JUSTICE IN AMERICA!"&nbsp;
Trump on March 15 invoked the Aliens Enemies Act to deport alleged gang members of the Tren de Aragua gang.
The 18th-century law was used only when the country was at war. Trump created a buzz when he invoked the law - an aggressive and unprecedented use of presidential power.&nbsp;
The US officials flew 250 accused gang members to El Salvador, Trump's favourite prison.&nbsp;
At the El Salvador prison, the alleged criminals &mdash; including 238 members of Tren de Aragua and 23 MS-13 operatives &mdash; were met by heavily armed commandos, chained, and transferred to the infamous Terrorism Confinement Centre (CECOT).
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-berates-doj-lawyer-over-migrant-flights-in-alien-enemies-act-case-8863775">US Judge berates DOJ lawyer over migrant flights in Alien Enemies Act case</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump hailed the "big ruling" for clearing the way for his administration to move further with deportation of certain immigrants under the Alien Enemies Act.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hailed the Supreme Court's "big ruling" for clearing the way for his administration to move further with the deportation of certain immigrants under the "Alien Enemies Act". Trump might continue to use a 1978 law to deport alleged gang members to Venezuela, the US top court said, however, it will apply certain limits to it. The Supreme Court's ruling included deporting alleged gang members under a wartime law dating back to 1798 called the "Alien Enemies Act". Also read: Alien Enemies Act: Trump says 'GREAT DAY FOR JUSTICE' after US top court lifts order barring deportations "Thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday and today, we had a big ruling, too,” Trump said. “We had a very big ruling today, but we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.” He further took to the Truth Social, saying "Last month, we officially designated Tren de Aragua, MS-13 and the Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations—and thanks to the Supreme Court yesterday... we will continue to deport these monsters under the Alien Enemies Act.” Also read: 'Nazis got better treatment than Venezuelans' under Alien Enemies Act by Trump administration, says US court While reacting to the order, Trump posted, "The Supreme Court has upheld the Rule of Law in our Nation by allowing a President, whoever that may be, to be able to secure our Borders and protect our families and our Country, itself. A GREAT DAY FOR JUSTICE IN AMERICA!" Trump on March 15 invoked the Aliens Enemies Act to deport alleged gang members of the Tren de Aragua gang. The 18th-century law was used only when the country was at war. Trump created a buzz when he invoked the law - an aggressive and unprecedented use of presidential power. The US officials flew 250 accused gang members to El Salvador, Trump's favourite prison. At the El Salvador prison, the alleged criminals — including 238 members of Tren de Aragua and 23 MS-13 operatives — were met by heavily armed commandos, chained, and transferred to the infamous Terrorism Confinement Centre (CECOT). Also read: US Judge berates DOJ lawyer over migrant flights in Alien Enemies Act case (With inputs from agencies)

'Will continue to deport monsters': Trump hails Supreme Court's ruling allowing cartel deportations under 'Alien Enemies Act'

China hits back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced.&nbsp;
China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10.&nbsp;
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
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After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive.&nbsp;
Earlier, China announced to impose 34% tariff after US President Donald Trump imposed the "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2. Following this, Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff.&nbsp;
He also took to Truth Social, saying that "China played it wrong, they panicked - The one thing they cannot afford to do!"
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On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday.&nbsp;
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Donald Trump is taking a &ldquo;custom, tailor-made&rdquo; approach to trade with each country. That could include talks around military presence or foreign aid, depending on America&rsquo;s priorities.
&ldquo;Negotiations will be based on America&rsquo;s needs,&rdquo; she said.
China had also said that it would control exports of medium and heavy rare earths, materials that are used in high-tech products such as computer chips and electric vehicle batteries.&nbsp;
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Moreover, the Chinese government has declined to comment on whether it would negotiate with the US, like other countries.&nbsp;
&ldquo;If the U.S. insists on further escalating its economic and trade restrictions, China has the firm will and abundant means to take necessary countermeasures and fight to the end,&rdquo; the Chinese commerce ministry said in its statement.
China also issued a white paper titled "China's Position on Some Issues Concerning China-US Economic and Trade Relations", criticising the US for imposing tariffs on over $500 billion worth of Chinese exports since 2018.&nbsp;
The Chinese government issued the paper to clarify the facts about China-US economic and trade relations.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-slaps-104-percent-tariff-on-china-after-beijing-defies-ultimatum-8940740">&lsquo;China wants a deal, badly&rsquo;: Trump slaps 104% tariff after Beijing defies ultimatum, says 'waiting for their call'</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: China's finance ministry stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.

China hits back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. Also read: China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive. Earlier, China announced to impose 34% tariff after US President Donald Trump imposed the "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2. Following this, Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff. He also took to Truth Social, saying that "China played it wrong, they panicked - The one thing they cannot afford to do!" Also read: China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Donald Trump is taking a “custom, tailor-made” approach to trade with each country. That could include talks around military presence or foreign aid, depending on America’s priorities. “Negotiations will be based on America’s needs,” she said. China had also said that it would control exports of medium and heavy rare earths, materials that are used in high-tech products such as computer chips and electric vehicle batteries. Also read: Trump mocks world leaders, claims 'countries are calling us up, kissing my a**,' to negotiate tariffs Moreover, the Chinese government has declined to comment on whether it would negotiate with the US, like other countries. “If the U.S. insists on further escalating its economic and trade restrictions, China has the firm will and abundant means to take necessary countermeasures and fight to the end,” the Chinese commerce ministry said in its statement. China also issued a white paper titled "China's Position on Some Issues Concerning China-US Economic and Trade Relations", criticising the US for imposing tariffs on over $500 billion worth of Chinese exports since 2018. The Chinese government issued the paper to clarify the facts about China-US economic and trade relations. Also read: ‘China wants a deal, badly’: Trump slaps 104% tariff after Beijing defies ultimatum, says 'waiting for their call' (With inputs from agencies)

China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty

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