Donald Trump confirmed his top three finalists to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Hassett, Kevin Warsh, and Christopher Waller. With Powell’s term ending in May 2026, markets are closely watching Trump’s choice, which could shape U.S. economic policy ahead.
Thousands of protesters filled Chicago streets on September 6, opposing President Trump’s move to deploy National Guard troops for immigration enforcement. Demonstrators carried 'Abolish ICE' and 'No Trump, No Troops' placards. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker criticized the plan, warning raids could disrupt Mexican Independence Day festivities, some of which were cancelled over fear of enforcement.
Thousands of protesters poured into Washington, D.C., marching from Meridian Hill Park to Freedom Plaza, demanding the withdrawal of National Guard troops deployed under Trump’s federal takeover. Chants of 'Free D.C.' and banners against occupation echoed near the White House, as activists called for home rule, civil rights, and an end to militarized policing in the capital.
Just hours after Donald Trump praised the 'special relationship' between India and the US, his trade advisor Peter Navarro stirred controversy by accusing India of profiting from Russian oil imports. Elon Musk’s X swiftly fact-checked Navarro’s claim, branding it misleading. The move enraged Navarro, who alleged Musk was enabling 'propaganda' on the platform, intensifying tensions between Washington, New Delhi, and social media giants.
The infamous Sinaloa Cartel remains a dominant force in narcotics trafficking, especially fentanyl, entering the US with deadly synthetic drugs. In this exclusive, Professor Sebastián A. Cutrona of Liverpool Hope University breaks down the cartel’s operations and how President Trump's tariffs on Mexico might actually exacerbate the drug crisis instead of solving it.
India at the United Nations reaffirmed its stance of dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward to end the conflict in Ukraine and said that New Delhi stands ready to support diplomatic efforts for an early end to the conflict.
Guyana is once again in the global spotlight as President Irfaan Ali claims victory in the general election. But how much do you really know about this small yet geopolitically significant country in South America? Here are five key things to know about Guyana -- The only English-speaking nation in South America, Its roots as a nation of slavery heirs, Could Guyana become the new Qatar thanks to oil wealth? The ancient territorial dispute with Venezuela that still threatens stability and a history marked by a deadly cult tragedy.
In the aftermath of devastating floods that again paralyzed Gurugram, environmentalist Vimlendu Jha has called for the immediate sacking of the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) Commissioner. The city remains crippled each monsoon with massive waterlogging and infrastructure failures. Watch as expert reveal the ground realities behind this recurring civic crisis and demand accountability from city authorities.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said India can play a key role in ending the Russia-Ukraine war by using its close ties with Moscow. He acknowledged PM Modi’s recent talks with President Putin stressing a speedy peace deal and called India’s role crucial for restoring stability in Europe.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman has unveiled sweeping GST reforms ahead of the festive season. The GST Council approved a simplified two-slab structure with steep tax cuts: essentials now at 5%, most items at 18%, and 'sin' or luxury goods at 40%, all effective from September 22, the first day of Navaratri. Here’s what’s getting cheaper and what’s not.
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