The 30% Tariff on US Pulses India has recently imposed a 30% import duty on US pulses, specifically yellow peas. This took effect on November 1, 2025. “Silent” Retaliation: India introduced this tariff quietly, without a public announcement. Analysts and geopolitical experts view it as a “silent” retaliatory action in response to the 50% tariffs … Read more
Indian maritime authorities have once again demonstrated heightened vigilance along the country’s western seaboard with the interception of a Pakistani fishing vessel that unlawfully crossed into Indian territorial waters. Officials confirmed on Thursday that the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) seized the boat after it entered waters under India’s jurisdiction without permission, detaining all nine crew … Read more
India has moved closer to a major overhaul of its air combat capabilities by approving a proposal to purchase and jointly produce 114 Rafale fighter aircraft from France in a deal valued at several billion dollars. The decision is aimed at addressing pressing shortages in the Indian Air Force and strengthening the country’s overall air … Read more
On Monday, January 12, 2026, President Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country that continues to do business with Iran. This move aims to cut Iran off from the global economy in response to several rising issues. Primary Reasons for the 25% Tariff: Punishment for Domestic Crackdown: The main reason for the new tariffs … Read more
Germany has recently announced a visa-free transit facility for Indian passport holders travelling through its airports. This development is expected to make international travel significantly easier for Indian nationals and strengthen the cultural and people-to-people connections between India and Germany. The announcement came as part of a joint statement issued by India and Germany on … Read more
Security agencies reported that on Sunday evening, they detected suspicious aerial activity believed to involve drones in several sensitive forward locations along both the International Border (IB) and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The incidents were reported from the border districts of Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch, raising fresh security concerns in … Read more
The presidential aircraft known as the “Doomsday Plane” was recently seen at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), triggering widespread discussion and speculation on social media. The sighting occurred during a period of heightened tension following reports that U.S. forces detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Venezuela and transported them to the United … Read more
500% Tariff on India, Brazil and China by the USA: Reasons, Background and Global Implications In recent months, global trade discussions have been dominated by alarming claims of a 500 percent tariff threat by the United States on countries such as India, Brazil, and China. While such a tariff level would be unprecedented in modern … Read more
Power of the Enforcement Directorate (ED): Scope, Authority, and Controversies The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is one of India’s most powerful central investigative agencies, tasked with enforcing economic laws and combating financial crimes. Over the years, its expanding authority and increasing visibility—especially in high-profile political and corporate cases—have brought the ED into the national spotlight. … Read more
Background of Oil Tanker Seizures Oil tankers play a vital role in keeping the global economy functioning smoothly, as they transport vast quantities of crude oil and refined petroleum products across oceans and international sea routes every single day. These shipments supply energy to industries, power transportation systems, and support everyday life around the world. … Read more