The US stock market saw a sharp decline on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by over 450 points, marking a decline of more than 1%, while the S&P 500 dropped 1.5% and the Nasdaq lost 1.8%. These significant losses reflect growing concerns over escalating trade tensions and the potential negative impact on the global economy. The new tariffs, which impose a 25% duty on imports from

On Monday, the Indian rupee plunged by 67 paise to hit a record low of 87.29 against the US dollar. This sharp depreciation came in the wake of US President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, sparking fears of a global trade war. Trump’s tariffs—25% on Canada and Mexico, and 10% on China—sent shockwaves through the financial markets. As the US dollar gained strength amid risk aversion, the rupee faced mounting pressure due to sustaine

Government's Vision for Modern Education: In her address to the joint sitting of Parliament, marking the start of the Budget session, President Droupadi Murmu spoke about the significant strides being made to modernize the Indian education system. Under the National Education Policy (NEP), the government aims to provide high-quality education while ensuring inclusivity. Promotion of Mother Tongue and Language Inclusion: Acknowledging the diversity of India, President Murmu highl

  Trump’s Education Shake-Up: ‘Patriotic’ Curriculum, Funding Threats, and Campus Crackdowns President Trump has unleashed a wave of executive orders aimed at reshaping American education, sparking intense national debate. His latest measures push for a "patriotic" approach to history, restrict classroom discussions

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023, released on Tuesday, highlights several key findings about the state of children's education in rural India. One of the key insights is that over 82% of children aged 14-16 are proficient in using smartphones, but only 57% are leveraging them for educational purposes. This underscores a gap in the use of technology for learning despite widespread access. Additionally, the report revealed that the percentage of underage children

Coromandel International Ltd. has won an appeal to quash an order to recover Rs 589.2 crore, including penalty and interest, from the company. The original order, filed by the additional commissioner of central tax from the Visakhapatnam Central GST Commissionerate, was contested successfully by the company. The Office of the Commissioner (Appeals), Central Tax and Customs, Guntur, ruled in Coromandel's favor on January 20, 2025. In a related matter, the fertilizer manufacturer

Trump's Tariff Announcement and Border Security: President Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs of up to 25% on Mexico and Canada, effective February 1, 2025, arguing that both countries are contributing to illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the US. This move, part of his broader trade policy agenda, comes after his inauguration address, where he emphasized using tariffs to strengthen the US economy. However, such tariffs could risk igniting a trade con

The Role of National Education Policy (NEP) in the Union Budget 2025: The Union Budget 2025-26 is crucial for shaping the future of India's education system, especially with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 being a significant focus. The BJP-led NDA government, entering its third term, continues to prioritize education and skill development. The NEP aims to modernize educati

In his first major act as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling birthright citizenship, a cornerstone of US immigration law. The order seeks to reinterpret the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, which has historically granted citizenship to anyone born in the US, to exclude children born to undocumented immigrants. This controversial move has sparked intense debate and is expected to face numerous legal challenges from organiz

US President Donald Trump's economic policies are facing significant challenges, according to market experts like Ramesh Damani and Samir Arora. While Trump has made bold promises, including ramping up US oil production and taking a tough stance on trade with countries like China, the actual implementation of these policies is likely to be constrained by governance realities. Damani pointed out that Trump's ambitious goal of increasing US crude oil production by three millio

Trump’s National Energy Emergency Declaration President-elect Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order declaring a national energy emergency to promote affordable and reliable energy in the U.S. Aiming to lower costs and boost domestic production, the measure would focus on removing regulations and promoting energy independence. Focus on Alaska’s Natural Resources Trump will also sign an executive order targeting Alas

In one of the strongest public criticisms in recent years, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban's acting deputy foreign minister, has called on his senior leadership to lift restrictions on girls' education in Afghanistan. During a speech over the weekend, Stanekzai stated that the Taliban's policy of restricting education for girls and women was not in line with Islamic Sharia law, urging the leadership to open schools for girls. Stanekzai, who previously led the

In response to the potential imposition of 25 percent tariffs on Canadian imports by US President-elect Donald Trump, Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly issued a stark warning on Friday. Joly described the proposed tariffs as a "Trump tariffs tax" that could trigger the biggest trade war between Canada and the US in decades. The US president-elect's plans also involve increa

On January 9, 2025, the state funeral of President Jimmy Carter, held at Washington’s National Cathedral, provided a rare moment of political camaraderie between President-elect Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama. The two, who have a long history of public disagreement and political rivalry, were seen engaged in a friendly conversation during the ceremony. This unexpected interaction quickly caught the attention of attendees and quickly went viral on social media. Despite th

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed the controversial comments made by President-elect Donald Trump regarding the potential US acquisition of Greenland, stating that such an action is not realistic and urging the world not to waste time discussing it. Speaking in Paris during his farewell tour, Blinken stressed that the Biden administration's foreign policy focuses on maintaining strong alliances, with the belief that the US is more effective when working alongside its allies.

Laura Loomer, a prominent right-wing figure, has harshly criticized Elon Musk for his views on immigration in the tech sector. Loomer's grievance stems from Musk's support for increasing immigration in the United States, particularly from countries like China and India, which she opposes. On social media, Loomer accused Musk of trying to influence Donald Trump’s policies, labeling his collaboration with Vivek Ramaswamy on the “Department of Government Efficiency” pro

Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino firmly rejected any negotiations with US President-elect Donald Trump regarding control of the Panama Canal, affirming that the canal belongs solely to Panama. Mulino emphasized that the canal, which was transferred to Panama in 1999 after being built by the United States, cannot be the subject of talks with Washington. Trump's recent comments, which criticized the tolls for US vessels passing through the canal and expressed concern over China's a

The year 2024 was dramatic for the US, with President Joe Biden abandoning his reelection bid after a poor performance in a debate against Donald Trump. Trump, who had been absent from the White House for four years, made a triumphant return after defeating Kamala Harris in the presidential race. His comeback marks the first time since Grover Cleveland that a president has been evicted from the White House and returned four years later. While the Biden administration exits, the Indi

Cochin Shipyard’s stock saw a significant surge on Friday, hitting an upper circuit limit, following the announcement of a major order from Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. The order, valued at approximately Rs 450 crore, is for the construction of eight state-of-the-art harbour tugs, making it the largest contract for the company under the government’s Make in India scheme. Adani Ports emphasized its commitment to the "Make in India" and "Aatman

The year 2025 is set to be filled with significant global events, from political upheavals to cultural comebacks and pressing climate challenges. Trump 2.0: Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, after a hard-fought election victory against Kamala Harris. Despite facing legal challenges, Trump's second term will likely shape U.S. politics and its global relationships.