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  Trump hikes tariff to 15% day after big ruling setback, vows to make America 'greater than ever'

  World | February 21, 2026 23:47 IST

  This tariff escalation trails recent court roadblocks, with Donald Trump shifting to 'legally permissible' powers to keep his trade offensive rolling. He teased more duty hikes in coming months, layering onto the prior 10 per cent global tariffs courts nixed or curbed.

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  India's first reaction after US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs: 'Studying developments'

  Business | February 21, 2026 23:48 IST

  The Commerce Ministry said US President Trump has addressed a press conference in that regard and some steps have been announced by the US Administration.

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  Meet Neal Katyal, Indian-origin lawyer at centre of US Supreme Court verdict against Trump tariffs

  World | February 21, 2026 17:32 IST

  In the 6-3 Supreme Court ruling on US tariffs, Neal Katyal stated that the order underscored an important message -- presidents are powerful, but the US Constitution is more powerful still.

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  Will Indian exports face only 10% US tariffs now? White House signals major reset

  World | February 21, 2026 12:06 IST

  The United States has reduced tariffs on Indian exports to 10% under a new global tariff reset announced by President Donald Trump’s administration. This lowers duties from the earlier 18% rate agreed upon in the recent India-US trade deal.

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  Trump says India-US trade deal secure after SC ruling, New Delhi to pay 10% tariffs

  World | February 21, 2026 9:20 IST

  After the US Supreme Court struck down his reciprocal tariffs, Trump defended the India trade arrangement, describing it as fair and reiterating that the United States will not face duties under the pact.

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  'Adjustments begin': Trump announces new 10% global tariffs after Supreme Court shredding of levies

  World | February 21, 2026 8:05 IST

  Trump’s announcement comes after the Supreme Court invalidated tariffs that had been imposed under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

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  Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs: What options does US President have now?

  World | February 20, 2026 23:46 IST

  Trump cannot challenge the court directly, but he can use other avenues to impose tariffs. Trump's party, the Republicans, has a majority in Parliament, so they can get a new law passed that gives him the power to impose these tariffs.

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  Donald Trump mulls limited strike on Iran amid nuclear talks deadline

  World | February 20, 2026 23:46 IST

  Donald Trump confirmed to reporters he's mulling a limited strike on Iran-"The most I can say is, I am considering it"-amid a massive naval buildup designed to coerce Tehran into nuclear curbs.

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  US Supreme Court quashes Trump's tariff orders: Does it mean zero tariff on India? Explained

  World | February 20, 2026 23:46 IST

  In a 6-3 decision by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court upheld a lower court ruling that Trump exceeded his authority by invoking the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to levy broad import taxes.

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  What did Pakistan bring to the table at Trump's Board of Peace meeting apart from embarrassment?

  World | February 20, 2026 21:27 IST

  While other nations like Indonesia, Egypt, and Jordan agreed to contribute to an International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza, Pakistan made no concrete commitment of troops during the summit. Officials cited political sensitivities regarding coordination with Israeli forces.

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  US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's global tariffs 6-3, President slams 'disappointing' betrayal

  World | February 21, 2026 0:16 IST

  Donald Trump branded the case a historic turning point for America, cautioning that defeat would unleash economic disaster- yet challengers cut across party lines, from Democratic states to libertarian voices and pro-business allies usually in GOP ranks.

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  Who is Namgya C Khampa? IFS officer who attended Trump's Board of Peace meeting on India's behalf

  India | February 20, 2026 12:33 IST

  Namgya C Khampa is a 2000-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service and is currently serving as the Charge d'Affaires at the Embassy of India in Washington, DC, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.

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  Do aliens really exist? Answer may come soon as Trump orders release of files on extra terrestrials

  World | February 20, 2026 9:23 IST

  Trump told reporters he had no fixed view on the matter. “I don’t have an opinion on it. I never talk about it. A lot of people do. A lot of people believe it,” he said while ordering the release of US files on UFOs and extraterrestrials.

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  US-Iran tensions: Trump's 10-day deadline to Tehran, UK denies airbase to US, Middle East on edge

  World | February 20, 2026 7:36 IST

  Washington has increased its military presence in the Middle East and is preparing contingency plans for possible action against Tehran, which has warned for a regional war in case of an attack from the US or its allies.

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  India takes observer seat at first meeting of Board of Peace, Trump's UN substitute

  World | February 20, 2026 7:24 IST

  The recent meeting held at the US Institute of Peace in Washington brought together representatives from nearly 50 countries. Of these, 27 nations have formally joined the Board.

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  'I’ll impose 200% tariff': Trump reiterates India-Pakistan truce claim, raises jet toll to 11

  World | February 20, 2026 7:59 IST

  India, however, continues to reject this theory and clarified at several occasions that a peace deal was reached on Pakistan’s request and no third party was involved in the process.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, February 19, 2026

  India | February 19, 2026 20:36 IST

  At the AI Global Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the urgent need to democratise artificial intelligence and make its benefits accessible to all.

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  US to attack Iran this weekend? Report claims military on standby, Trump to take final call

  World | February 19, 2026 9:06 IST

  The White House has been briefed that the military could be ready to act by the weekend after a recent buildup of air and naval forces in the Middle East. However, Trump has privately weighed both the risks and potential benefits of military action and sought advice from his national security team.

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  'No reason to believe India's stance on Russian oil imports has changed': Moscow rebuts US claims

  World | February 19, 2026 7:53 IST

  Russia affirmed that the benefits from its oil trade with India are advantageous to the global markets and that it has no reason to believe that New Delhi has stopped its imports under pressure from the US.

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  'Wise for Iran to make a deal': US Press Secretary amid Trump’s military buildup in Middle East

  World | February 19, 2026 7:19 IST

  Notably, the second round of talks between Iran and the US over the former's disputed nuclear programme concluded on Tuesday in Geneva. Talking about the outcome, a US official said progress has been made in this regard and that a lot is still left to be discussed between the two countries.