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Donald Trump announced new tariffs effective Oct. 1: 100% on pharmaceuticals, 50% on kitchen cabinets, 30% on upholstered furniture, and 25% on heavy trucks. He said US-based drugmakers breaking ground or under construction are exempt. Critics warn higher costs could fuel inflation, slow growth, and sharply raise healthcare, Medicare, and Medicaid expenses.
Travel vlogger Sunny’s viral Instagram video compares medicine costs: insulin at $300-$1,000 in the US vs €46 ($50) in Spain without prescription. He urges global affordability, sparking debates on corporate greed and access, with users sharing similar experiences from Europe.
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus blamed India for strained ties, alleging India hosts exiled former premier Sheikh Hasina, fueling tensions. Yunus accused Indian media of spreading fake news and criticized India for opposing last year’s protests that ousted Hasina. Bangladesh’s interim government has filed criminal cases against her.
Barabanki artist Anand Narayan won the National Award at the 64th National Art Exhibition for his painting ‘Kan Mein Ram,’ inspired by the upcoming Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration. With over 40 years of experience and multiple accolades, Narayan’s work reflects spiritual themes and has gained widespread recognition nationally and internationally.
Multivitamins help fill nutritional gaps, boost immunity, increase energy, and support skin, hair, nails, and bone health. They’re useful for people with poor diets or busy lifestyles. However, they aren’t substitutes for balanced meals. Overuse can be harmful, so follow dosage instructions and consult a doctor before daily use.
India has asked the US to ease sanctions on Iranian and Venezuelan oil if it wants New Delhi to reduce Russian imports. Officials warned that cutting supplies from all three countries could spike global oil prices. India continues importing cheaper Russian oil despite US tariffs, while expressing interest in increasing energy trade with America.
Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP over Ladakh unrest, accusing it of suppressing democratic rights. Amid protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status, five died and dozens were injured. Kejriwal called the situation “alarming,” urging citizens to speak up against “dictatorship.” He said the BJP was denying Ladakhis their right to vote.
BJP chief JP Nadda appointed Dharmendra Pradhan as Bihar poll in-charge, with CR Patil and Keshav Maurya as co-incharges. Bhupender Yadav and Biplab Deb will oversee West Bengal, while Baijayant Panda and Murlidhar Mohol handle Tamil Nadu. Bihar votes in 2025, and Bengal and Tamil Nadu in 2026. BJP readies strategy for key assembly elections.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright praised India as a strong ally but flagged concerns over its Russian oil imports, linking them to the Ukraine war. He stressed America’s desire to expand energy trade with India but said oil purchases from Russia cause friction. President Trump imposed a 25% tariff, pending resolution of the issue.
Markets fell sharply in the last trading hour Thursday, with Sensex losing 556 points to 81,160 and Nifty dropping 166 points to 24,891. Most sectors declined, led by Realty and Auto. Power Grid, Tata Motors, and TCS were major losers. Nifty Metal was the only gainer, up 0.22%. Mid- and small-caps also slipped.
Reliance Consumer Products signed a ₹40,000 crore MoU with the Centre to build AI-driven, integrated food manufacturing facilities across India. Announced at World Food India 2025, the investment includes units in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. RCPL, aiming to be India’s top FMCG brand, targets ₹1 lakh crore revenue within five years.
Born in India to Sri Lankan refugees, Bahison Ravindran believed he was Indian—until his passport was revoked. Arrested and declared stateless under a 1987 law, he’s now seeking Indian citizenship through naturalisation. His case highlights the plight of over 22,000 Tamil refugees born in India but denied citizenship due to outdated laws.
Nykaa announced Deepika Padukone as its global brand ambassador today. The platform praised her as a timeless beauty, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Anchit Nayar, Nykaa CEO, said Deepika’s authenticity and versatility align with Nykaa’s vision to transform beauty in India and beyond, making it inclusive, accessible, and celebrated by all.
The biggest-ever deal for India’s indigenous fighter, 97 Tejas Mark-1A jets, is set to be signed today between the Ministry of Defence and HAL, Defence sources said. Valued at ₹66,500 crore, the announcement comes a day before the IAF retires its last MiG-21 squadrons. It follows a Feb 2021 agreement for 83 Tejas jets worth […]
Pawan Kalyan’s “They Call Him OG” released today to phenomenal response, with record paid premieres and positive reviews. Megastar Chiranjeevi congratulated his brother, praising him as “THE OG – OJAS GHAMBEERA,” and applauded the team, including Sujeeth, DVV Danayya, Thaman, and the cast. Fans eagerly await his review as the film dominates the box office.