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El Salvador President offers to house US prisoners in Salvadoran jails in historic deal – India TV

Image Source : SOCIAL MEDIA El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele and US President Donald Trump In a groundbreaking proposal, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has offered U.S. President Donald Trump a novel solution to the United States' overcrowded prison system. Bukele suggested that the U.S. could send convicted criminals, including US citizens and legal residents, to El Salvador’s prisons in exchange for financial compensation to help stabilize the Salvadoran prison system. The proposal, which Bukele confirmed during a press conference, is part of a broader historic migration agreement with the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hailed the deal…

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Five people shot in attack at school in Orebro city, say reports – India TV

Image Source : AP The image has been used for representative purposes only. At least five people have been shot at Risbergska School in the central Swedish city of Orebro on Tuesday, as per authorities. The extent of injuries sustained by the victims is yet to be determined, and emergency responders are actively assessing the situation. As per local media reports, Sweden’s national task force has arrived at the scene. Meanwhile, Police have issued a public advisory and urged residents to avoid the Vasthaga area or stay indoors for safety.  The Swedish news agency TT reported that the perpetrator died by…

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China announces 10 to 15 per cent counter tariff on US products, to probe Google – India TV

Image Source : AP Traditional Russian wooden dolls called Matryoshka depicting China’s President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump In a sharp rebuke, China’s Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday announced the implementation of counter-tariffs against the US on multiple products, including LNG, coal and crude, while announcing other trade-related measures, including an investigation into Google. The Chinese government said that it would implement a 15 per cent tariff on coal and liquified natural gas (LNG) products and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-displacement cars. In a statement, Beijing said, “The US’s unilateral tariff…

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03

Feb

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Bitcoin plunges amid US trade war fears, rebounds after Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico – India TV

Image Source : AP The world's most popular cryptocurrency Bitcoin fell to about $92,000 Sunday night before rebounding on Monday morning. Washington: The cryptocurrency market faced a sharp downturn as concerns over a potential trade war between the United States and its major trading partners rattled investors. As per reports, several well-known digital assets saw their values drop by more than 10%, with Bitcoin experiencing a particularly volatile weekend. On Saturday, Bitcoin slipped below the crucial $100,000 mark following an announcement by US President Donald Trump, who revealed plans to impose significant tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. This…

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Trump grants tariff relief to Mexico for a month after ‘friendly’ talks with President Sheinbaum – India TV

Image Source : AP US President Donald Trump. In a significant move, US President Donald Trump has provided immediate relief to Mexico by halting the imposition of tariffs for a month. As per the information, Trump reached this decision following a "friendly and constructive" conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The announcement was made via Trump's post on social media platform X. "I just spoke with President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico. It was a very friendly conversation wherein she agreed to immediately deploy 10,000 Mexican soldiers on the Border separating Mexico and the United States. These soldiers will be specifically…

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Medical plane with six on board crashes in US’ Philadelphia, multiple deaths feared – India TV

Image Source : AP Smoke rises as first responders work the scene after a small plane crashed in Philadelphia Philadelphia plane crash: A medical transport jet, carrying a child patient, her mother, and four other people, crashed into a Philadelphia neighborhood shortly after taking off on Friday evening. The crash resulted in a massive fireball that engulfed several homes in the area. The crash occurred less than three miles (4.8 kilometers) from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, which mainly caters to business jets and charter flights. Images from the scene suggest that residential homes have caught fire. Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania…

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Trump imposes tariffs on exports from Canada, Mexico and China, says ‘we need to protect Americans’ – India TV

Image Source : AP President Donald Trump US imposes tariffs: US President Donald Trump on Saturday imposed 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, and ordered a 10 per cent tariff on goods from China, citing a 'major threat' from 'illegal aliens' and drug trafficking. However, energy imports from Canada, including oil, natural gas, and electricity, will be taxed at a reduced rate of 10 per cent. The tariffs would go into effect on Tuesday, setting a showdown in North America that could potentially sabotage economic growth.  'We need to protect Americans' Trump said that the tariffs have been implemented…

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Netanyahu to become first foreign leader to meet Trump at White House after he returned to Oval Office – India TV

Image Source : AP (FILE) Trump with Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will become the first foreign leader to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House after the latter returned to the Oval Office on January 20. On his upcoming visit to the US, Netanyahu said he would discuss “victory over Hamas” with Trump while also touching upon issues like countering Iran and expanding diplomatic relations with Arab countries. In a statement released before his departure to the US, Netanyahu said that by working together, they could "strengthen security, broaden the circle of peace, and achieve a…

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How does this tool empower the executive – India TV

Image Source : AP Francois Bayrou France may likely be subjected to political uncertainty as Prime Minister Francois Bayrou warns to use special executive powers to get his budget approved without a vote by lawmakers. The move is expected to cause a no-confidence motion in the country. Earlier in December, a confidence motion due to budget disputes forced the exit of Prime Minister Michel Barnier. Bayrou warns to use Article 49.3 Bayrou has warned that he will use a constitutional tool known as Article 49.3, which enables the government of France to pass legislation without a parliamentary vote. However, it remains…

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Canada to impose 25 per cent tariffs on these products from the United States

Image Source : PIXABAY Canada to impose 25 per cent tariffs on these products Canada is going to impose  25 per cent tariff on US-produced alcohol, household appliances, tools, firearms, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, clothing, and more. Canada's Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc on Sunday released a full list of products that will be covered by the country's retaliatory tariffs on US goods.   Canada's tariff on US comes a day after President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on Canada and Mexico, along with an additional 10 per cent levy on goods from China. Canada tariff on US In…

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