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The US has set preliminary antidumping duties on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos. The duties range from 44.1% to 306.7% on imports from these countries, effective from April 20.
India criticized Donald Trump for sharing a derogatory post about the country. Donald Trump had shared a derogatory post on India made by a podcaster.
Iran received its first revenue from tolls collected at the Strait of Hormuz. The payment was made after a recent agreement. The official did not disclose the revenue amount. US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: Iran receives first revenue from Strait of Hormuz tolls, says official The Times of India.
Pakistan's minister and a US envoy discussed efforts for a second round of US-Iran talks. Iran’s vow not to reopen the Strait of Hormuz so long as a U. S. naval blockade remained in place.
Italy officials rejected a proposal for their team to replace Iran at World Cup 2026. Italy officials slam suggestion that national football team should replace Iran at World Cup; fans also underwhelmed.
A teenager in Karachi became the first Congo virus fatality in Pakistan. Concern among health officials in Karachi with the festival of Id al-Azha due next month.
Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a Kuwaiti-American journalist, was acquitted after 52 days in detention. Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a Kuwaiti-American journalist, is expected to be released soon, after 52 days in detention, a lawyer for two of his family members said.
Nepal's new government faces an external economic threat from the Gulf crisis. Kathmandu's new government was elected to right Nepal’s economic ship. It must now confront an external economic threat.
Electrolux plans a $1 billion share issue and a tie-up with Midea in North America to revamp its operations. The Swedish home appliance maker aims to strengthen its presence in the region through this strategic partnership.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum authorised military operations to arrest cartel leaders under US pressure. Under pressure from the US, President Claudia Sheinbaum has authorised military operations to arrest cartel leaders.
The ACLU and 120 rights groups issued a US travel advisory citing deteriorating human rights. Groups warn of 'deteriorating human rights' in call for US visitors' protection; White House decries 'scare tactics'.
Bengal saw 92% voter turnout and Tamil Nadu 85% amid poll violence. In today’s episode, we look at the key election trends in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, tracking major shifts ahead of polling.
The United States downgraded cannabis to a less strict drug classification. Cannabis has been downgraded to a less strict drug classification in the United States to expand “patients’ access to treatments” and support more research.
Warner Bros shareholders approved Paramount's $111bn takeover. The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.
Russia reported toxic rain and ordered locals to stay home after a Ukrainian oil strike in Tuapse on April 20. The strike triggered a huge blaze and sent thick black smoke into the sky over the coastal city.
The EU has approved a $105 billion loan for Ukraine and imposed new sanctions on Russia. The move comes as the US has largely cut off support for Ukraine, with the EU stepping in to provide financial aid.
Donald Trump said the King's visit could help repair US and UK relations. In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM.
Russia warned European nations against hosting French nuclear-capable bombers after NATO criticism. NATO this week criticised Russia and China over their nuclear arms policies.
The European Union granted Ukraine a €90 billion loan to support its government and military. The €90 billion loan shows strong support from Europe to help Ukraine keep its government and military running.
Ukraine's drone attack on a Russian oil refinery in Tuapse caused toxic rain. Thick plumes of smoke rise from an oil refinery in Russia's Tuapse after an Ukrainian drone attack.
The US has reclassified some marijuana products as less dangerous, marking a shift away from heavy penalization. The move reflects growing efforts to legalize marijuana, with the US government easing restrictions on certain cannabis products.
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