The Hindu Businessline

Trump said the tariffs would take effect immediately and are aimed at increasing pressure on the Islamic Republic

Merz says the world is experiencing a renaissance of unfortunate protectionism that harms Germany and India

The leaders also discussed expanding collaboration in clean and sustainable energy, identifying it as a shared strategic priority

The discussions are expected to also include officials from Australia, South Korea, India, Mexico and the European Union, and focus on critical raw materials and the security of global supply chains.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump noted that his administration is exploring a meeting with Tehran but emphasized that action may be necessary if the situation deteriorates further

Powell described the action as a pretext designed to increase pressure on the central bank to lower interest rates, marking a sharp escalation in his long-running clash with President Donald Trump.

As prediction markets expand rapidly, allowing bets on politics, sports and global events, regulators and lawmakers are questioning transparency, consumer risk and oversight.

Wind gusts of up to 159 kph were recorded in the Isles of Scilly, while parts of Normandy in France saw gusts exceeding 200 kph.

VAT export rebates for battery products will be reduced to 6% from 9% between April and December 2026, and removed entirely from January 1, 2027.