Tag: india
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Media Monitor: ABC News Reports on Australian Budget, Middle East Tensions, and Social Issues
ABC News is reporting on Australia's federal budget, including tax reforms and the housing crisis, alongside escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentConflictAustraliaIranGeneral PoliticsEconomyReal EstateClimate ChangeMiddle EastSocial Issues Australian BudgetJim ChalmersHousing CrisisU.S.-Iran ConflictAntisemitismCounterterrorismIndiaABC News AM
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Indian National Sentenced to 41 Months for Multimillion-Dollar Fraud
An Indian national received a 41-month prison sentence for leading a multimillion-dollar conspiracy. The scheme successfully defrauded multiple telephone providers and insurance companies out of millions of dollars in merchandise, according to the FBI Newark office.
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Media Monitor: CNN Reports on Tamil Nadu Politics, Trump's Iran Threats, and Ted Turner's Death
CNN is reporting on political shifts in Tamil Nadu, Supreme Court observations on election commissioners, post-election bulldozer demolitions in Kolkata, President Donald Trump's bombing threats against Iran, and the death of CNN founder Ted Turner.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaConflictElectionLegalState GovernmentsMiddle EastDigital and Print PublishingAsiaIndiaIran Donald TrumpTed TurnerTamil NaduSupreme CourtPoliticsElectionsThe Hindu
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Indian National Pleads Guilty to Role in Multimillion-Dollar Gambling Ring
An Indian national has pleaded guilty in federal court for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar illegal gambling conspiracy, according to an announcement from the FBI Kansas City office.
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Media Monitor: BJP Poised for West Bengal Victory as Regional Election Results Arrive
The Hindu is reporting that the BJP is set to end 15 years of TMC rule in West Bengal, while U.S. officials deny Iranian claims of a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz.
Politics and GovernmentConflictLaw EnforcementWorldIndiaIranElectionLegalMiddle EastAsiaSocial IssuesMilitary BJPWest BengalSupreme Court of IndiaStrait of HormuzInternational NewsHuman RightsThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: U.S. negotiators to meet Iran in Pakistan; other global news updates
U.S. negotiators head to Pakistan for talks with Iran, AP reports. Other global news includes Iran resuming flights, legal proceedings against Indian politicians, and Bulgaria's election.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorld PakistanIranDiplomacyElectionsIndiaTechnologyThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India cuts excise on petrol, diesel; Nepal gets new PM; Iran accuses US of school attack
India reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel to cushion oil companies, while Nepal swore in its youngest prime minister. Iran accused the U.S. of a 'calculated' school attack, according to reports.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEconomyEnergyMilitaryLaw Enforcement IndiaPetrolDieselNepalPrime MinisterIranIsraelIDFThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India to finalize U.S. trade deal after tariff clarification
The Hindu reports India is delaying a trade deal with the U.S. until the U.S. clarifies its tariff architecture and country-wise rates following recent Supreme Court rulings.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorld IndiaTrade DealTariffsSupreme CourtIEEPATrade ActThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India's PM Modi touts trade deals, economic strength
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated India is entering trade agreements from a position of strength, aiming to boost manufacturing and services, according to The Hindu.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorld Narendra ModiIndiaTrade AgreementsEuropean UnionMSMEsManufacturingThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India to get zero tariff on textiles to U.S. similar to Bangladesh, says Commerce Minister
India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India will receive zero tariff benefits on textiles exported to the U.S., mirroring Bangladesh's trade deal, The Hindu reported.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentTrade TextilesTariffsTrade AgreementPiyush GoyalBangladeshIndiaThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India, U.S. reach interim trade agreement
The Hindu reports India and the U.S. have reached an interim trade agreement, with India reducing tariffs on U.S. goods and the U.S. lowering tariffs on Indian imports.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorld IndiaTrade AgreementTariffsAgricultureIndustrial GoodsBilateral Trade AgreementThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India, U.S. reach interim trade agreement framework
India and the U.S. have reached a framework for an interim trade agreement, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stating it will not harm Indian farmers. The agreement aims for a more comprehensive bilateral trade deal.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyTradeDisastersLaw Enforcement IndiaTrade AgreementTariffsFarmersMSMEsPiyush GoyalThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India's Russian oil imports hit 38-month low in December 2025
The Hindu reports India's crude oil imports from Russia fell to a 38-month low in December 2025, with imports from the U.S. growing, amid claims by President Trump about a trade deal.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorld IndiaRussiaoil importsDecember 2025Donald Trumpenergy diversificationThe Hindu
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US and India Finalize Trade Deal, EU Parliament Unfreezes Approval
The US and India have announced a trade agreement reducing tariffs, while the EU Parliament is set to vote on a deal with the US. Other trade developments include potential tariffs on oil to Cuba and aircraft from Canada.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldEconomyTradeTransportation Trade AgreementTariffsEuropean UnionIndiaCustoms and Border ProtectionCubaFlexport Global Logistics Update
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Media Monitor: India-U.S. trade deal to exclude sensitive agriculture, dairy, minister says
The Hindu reports that India's trade deal with the U.S. will not include sensitive agricultural items and dairy, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldFederal GovernmentTradeEconomyEmployment and Labor Trade DealIndiaTariffsAgricultureDairyCommerce MinisterThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: India, U.S. agree on reduced tariffs, trade deal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduced U.S. tariff of 18% on "Made in India" products following a call with President Donald Trump, who also claimed a trade deal was reached, according to The Hindu.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyTradeEnergyMilitaryComputers and Internet IndiaNarendra ModiDonald TrumpTariffsTrade DealInternational RelationsThe Hindu
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EU and India Finalize Landmark Trade Deal, Amid Shifting Global Tariffs
The EU and India have agreed to a trade deal that will significantly reduce tariffs on a wide range of goods, aiming to boost exports and take effect by the end of 2026.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldEconomyTradeTransportation Trade AgreementTariffsEuropean UnionIndiaGlobal TradeCustomsFlexport Global Logistics Update
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Media Monitor: German Chancellor Merz courts India, Foreign Minister addresses US concerns
DW reports German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited India to strengthen economic and geopolitical ties, while Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul addressed US priorities in Washington amid eroding trust.
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Media Monitor: Amazon Spotlights Top Books of 2025
Amazon's Editorial Staff has released its list of must-read books for 2025, featuring a diverse range of fiction and nonfiction titles, including Booker Prize nominees and National Book Award winners.
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports India reverses course on app pre-installations
The Hindu reports the Indian government has reversed its decision to mandate pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on all smartphones after facing criticism.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentIndiaFederal GovernmentLaw EnforcementFilm and TVTransportationEducationLegal The HinduSanchar Saathi appMinistry of CommunicationssmartphonescybersecurityDepartment of Telecommunications
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Media Monitor: CBC News on Canada-India Trade Talks, Gun Buyback Program
CBC News reports Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to launch negotiations toward a new trade deal. The federal government’s gun buyback program will be rolled out across Canada.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldSportTradeArtificial IntelligenceFederal GovernmentInternational tourismMediaMedia CrisisLegalTransportationEnvironmentClimate ChangeEnergyLaw EnforcementEducationCanadaIndia Mark CarneyNarendra ModiCanada-India tradeGary Anandasangareegun buyback programNova ScotiaHardeep Singh NijjarCBC Morning Brief
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Media Monitor: India, US Ink 10-Year Defense Pact
The Hindu reports that India and the U.S. have formalized a 10-year defense framework to boost strategic cooperation, focusing on Indo-Pacific security and technological advancements.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessMilitaryAsiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTrade IndiadefenseRajnath SinghPete HegsethIndo-PacificASEANThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Trump, Modi Differ on Call's Focus, Trade Deal
The Hindu reports that President Trump and PM Modi discussed trade and terrorism, but differed on the call's focus. Trump mentioned trade, Russian oil, and Pakistan, while Modi emphasized unity against terrorism.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementIndiaRussiaUkraineAsiaEuropeLegalTradeFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesComputers and InternetEnvironmentState GovernmentsDigital and Print Publishing Donald TrumpNarendra ModiDeepavaliTrade DealRussian OilPakistanTerrorismThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Antwerp Court Clears Extradition of Diamantaire Mehul Choksi
The Antwerp court cleared the extradition of Mehul Choksi. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce challenges Trump's H-1B visa fee. 210 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh. Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar is in custody.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementLegalIndiaFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesAsiaComputers and InternetMilitaryCyber Crime Mehul ChoksiAntwerpH-1B visaMaoistsChhattisgarhHarcharan Singh BhullarExtraditionThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports conflicting statements on India's Russian oil imports
The Hindu reports that U.S. President Donald Trump said India will stop buying oil from Russia, while the Ministry of External Affairs said the leaders had not spoken about the issue.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEnergyTradeWhite HouseFederal GovernmentEconomyAsiaEurope The HinduIndiaDonald TrumpNarendra ModiRussian oil
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports India, U.S. differ on Russian oil imports
The Hindu reports that the U.S. and India continue to publicly disagree about India's imports of Russian oil, despite U.S. President Trump's claim that India would end the practice.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSocial IssuesIndiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeEnergyTransportationLegal The HinduDonald TrumpNarendra ModiRussian oil
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports Trump administration hikes H-1B visa fees
The Hindu reports the Trump administration has sharply raised H-1B visa fees to $100,000 for new applicants outside the U.S., a move India believes is a pressure tactic ahead of trade talks.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessIndiaWhite HouseTradeEmployment and LaborEconomySocial Issues H-1B visaDonald TrumpTrade talksUS Department of Homeland SecurityKaroline LeavittPiyush GoyalThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: The Hindu reports Modi urges citizens to buy local
The Hindu reports that amid trade tensions with the U.S., Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is urging citizens to buy locally made products to boost the economy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthAsiaWhite HouseTradeEconomyMedical ScienceState Governments Narendra ModiIndiaTariffsLocal ProductionSwadeshiTrade AgreementThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Modi Urges Buying Local, SC on Stubble Burning, and More
The Hindu reports PM Modi's call for 'Swadeshi', a clash between the Supreme Court and the Centre over stubble burning, and concerns over funding for nomadic communities.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthWorldIndiaAsiaEconomyTradeFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesMedical ScienceTransportation Narendra ModiSwadeshiSupreme Courtstubble burningnomadic communitiesThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Considers Nationwide Firecracker Ban
The Supreme Court is considering a nationwide ban on firecrackers to ensure pollution-free air for all citizens, not just those in Delhi, according to The Hindu. The court also expressed concerns for those dependent on the firecracker industry.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementIndiaNepalFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesEnvironment Supreme Courtfirecrackersair pollutionB.R. GavaiCommission for Air Quality ManagementDelhiThe Hindu