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One of the major points of disagreement between India and the United States is the agriculture sector.
Updated : Jan 17, 2026

'Push for favourable crop provisions': Republican Senators to Trump on US-India trade deal

The appeal came in a letter written by Senators Kevin Cramer and Steve Daines, just days after India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Trump has also linked Greenland directly to his broader vision of keeping the US at the “centre of power” in the Western Hemisphere, warning that strategic complacency could weaken America’s global standing. 
Updated : Jan 16, 2026

From a social media joke to national security strategy: Why Trump wants the US to own Greenland

In recent remarks, Trump argued that US ownership of Greenland is essential for national and global security. He has claimed that maintaining influence through alliances alone is no longer sufficient, stressing that control over key territories will determine future power dynamics.

Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado gives away her peace prize to Donald Trump
Updated : Jan 16, 2026

‘She is pandering to Trump’s ego’: Kanwal Sibal on Machado giving away her Nobel Peace Prize

Machado, who had earlier reiterated that Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize and Venezuelans certainly wanted him to be honoured with the award, gave away her own peace prize to Trump during a visit to the White House.

Donald Trump maintained his interest in annexing Greenland
Updated : Jan 16, 2026

Troops from several European nations arrive in Greenland amid US’ ‘technical talks’

The White House described the recent negotiations as technical talks on the acquisition agreement for the US to acquire Greenland.

Donald Trump forms the Board of Peace for restoration and relief in Gaza
Updated : Jan 16, 2026

Donald Trump constitutes ‘Board of Peace’, calls it the ‘most prestigious board ever assembled at any time’

Israel and Hamas had signed off on Trump’s plan to constitute the international ‘Board of Peace’ to govern Gaza for a transitional period.

Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado presents Peace Prize medal to Trump amid Venezuela crisis
Updated : Jan 16, 2026

Venezuelan opposition leader Machado gives Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump during White House meet

Machado, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting democratic rights and a peaceful transition in Venezuela, told reporters that she gave the medal to Trump during their discussionss

The H-1B visa, widely used by US companies to hire foreign professionals in specialised roles, now comes with far steeper barriers.
Updated : Jan 15, 2026

US H-1B visa shake-up fuels anti-Indian sentiment across corporate America

From February, the rules are set to tighten further. Authorities will increasingly prioritise Level-IV H-1B applicants — the highest wage category — making it far harder for mid-level professionals to qualify. 

Under investigation spotlight, Trump says no plan to fire Jerome Powell yet
Updated : Jan 15, 2026

Amid DOJ probe, Trump says he has no plan to fire Fed chief Powell, for now

Trump indicated he is leaning toward naming either former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh or National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett as Powell’s eventual successor

Washington doubles down on position on Greenland in meeting with Danish and Greenlandic leaders
Updated : Jan 15, 2026

‘It’s clear the president has the wish…’: Denmark says they haven’t managed to change Trump’s position on Greenland

Trump reiterated that the US needs Greenland, and that Denmark will not be able to save the island if Russia or China wants to occupy it.

Iranian TV airs chilling message alongside image of Trump from Butler rally
Updated : Jan 15, 2026

'This time bullet will not miss': Iranian state TV airs apparent threat to Donald Trump

Iranian state television aired footage of Donald Trump from the July 2024 rally where he was grazed by a bullet, pairing it with a stark warning that echoed across an already fraught standoff between the two countries

 Al Udeid, the largest American military installation in the Middle East, houses around 10,000 US troops and serves as a critical hub for regional operations.
Updated : Jan 14, 2026

US troops pulled from Qatar base amid escalating Iran standoff: Report

Qatar said on Wednesday that a number of personnel are being moved out of the US-run Al Udeid Air Base, as regional tensions intensify amid escalating unrest in Iran and repeated warnings from US officials about possible intervention.

Trump urges Iranians to continue protesting as death toll reaches 2,000
Updated : Jan 14, 2026

‘Keep protesting’: Trump says help’s on its way as death toll reaches 2,000 amid Iran protests

Iran turmoil: When questioned by reporters about the nature of the help that was on its way, Trump responded that they would have to figure that out.

 The statement marked a clear shift in tone from earlier remarks, when Trump suggested Iran was seeking negotiations with Washington after he warned of possible military action.
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

‘Help is on its way’: Trump cancels talks with Iran, urges citizens to keep protesting amid deadly crackdown

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly warned Tehran against using lethal force on protesters and has said the United States is closely monitoring the situation.

US-China trade ties in focus after Trump’s 25% tariff remark
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

Is the US-China trade war back? Donald Trump’s 25% tariff threat raises fresh fears

On Tuesday, Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on any country “doing business” with Iran, a move that could affect Tehran’s key trading partners, mainly China.

He further said that Trump is suffering from what he called "tariff mania".
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

Kanwal Sibal on Trump's 25% tariff threat: 'Does he want to contribute to a humanitarian crisis in Iran?'

Among Iran's trading partners are China, Turkey, India, the UAE, Pakistan and Armenia. 

This could impact Iran's trading partners, including India, China, and the UAE. 
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

'Regime change in Tehran failed': Analyst reacts to Trump’s 25% tariff threat over Iran trade

He further said that there was a Starlink angle behind Trump's recent announcement. 

Amid Iran unrest, US warns citizens of arrest risk and urges land exits
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

'Significant risk of arrest...': US issues urgent exit advisory for its citizens in Iran

In a security advisory, the US embassy cautioned that Iranian authorities may detain individuals seen carrying US passports or displaying links to the United States

Trump announces sweeping tariff threat against Iran’s global trade partners
Updated : Jan 13, 2026

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran, keeps military option open

In a post on social media on Tuesday, Trump said that nations doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran would be hit with a 25% tariff on all trade with the United States, effective immediately

‘Acting President of Venezuela’: Trump’s Truth Social post fuels fresh controversy
Updated : Jan 12, 2026

Trump declares himself 'Acting President of Venezuela' in post, after US-led intervention

The image shared by Trump showed his official portrait with the designation “Acting President of Venezuela, Incumbent January 2026.” It also listed him as the 45th and 47th President of the United States

Powell pushes back as DOJ investigation deepens Trump–Fed confrontation
Updated : Jan 12, 2026

US Fed chair Powell says DOJ threat is retaliation for resisting Trump pressure on rates

Powell’s latest statement came after the US attorney’s office in Washington launched a probe into whether he misled Congress about a multi-year renovation of the Federal Reserve’s headquarters, according to officials briefed on the matter

Trump says Iranian leaders want to negotiate but Washington might have to soon act
Updated : Jan 12, 2026

‘Iran called to negotiate but we may have to act’: Donald Trump

Trump’s remarks come as over 500 people have been killed in Iran during the protests. US-based rights group HRANA has verified the deaths of 490 protesters and 48 security personnel.