US President threatens to raise tariffs against India
US President Donald Trump has threatened to “substantially” raise tariffs against India over its purchase of oil from Russia. India […]
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US to soon require bond for some tourists
The United States could require up to $15,000 bonds for some tourist and business visas under a pilot programme due
US$92.7 million investment for Barbados from Saudi Fund
Barbados will benefit from a near US$92.7 million loan by the Saudi Fund for Development. Barbados Today reported that Prime
New DNA testing rules for female athletes
World Athletics has mandated DNA testing for athletes who want to qualify for female category eligibility. Reuters reports athletes will
Buddhist gems returned to India after 127 years
A Buddhist gem collection has been returned to India after 127 years. The Piprahwa Gems, a collection of more than
Canada to recognize Palestinian state in September, depending on democratic reforms
Canada says it will recognize a Palestinian state in September, depending on democratic reforms, including the Palestinian Authority holding elections
US reportedly renews Chevron’s license in Venezuela
The US has reportedly approved a new license to allow oil giant Chevron to restart its operations in Venezuela, after
India-UK Free Trade Agreement signed and formalised
India has signed a free trade deal with the United Kingdom, in a multi-billion pound export boost. Under the agreement
Judge blocks release of Epstein court records
A US judge has denied a bid to unseal grand jury material from the investigation into disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
China starts construction of world’s largest hydropower dam
China has begun work on the world’s largest hydropower dam, which is being built in the foothills of the Himalayas,