Post Modi-Trump meet, India and the US will work towards a more detailed bilateral agreement for nuclear reactors, after the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA) is amended in the Parliament, senior government officials told Moneycontrol.
Trump had made a similar promise during his 2017 to 2021 term, and he did release some documents related to JFK's 1963 murder. However, he later kept a significant chunk of documents under wraps, citing national security concerns following pressure from CIA and FBI.
Washington has prepared in unprecedented ways to keep the unfolding events save and secure
Trump Jr’s move to investing means two close family members of the president-elect are involved in dealmaking. Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, founded PE firm Affinity Partners after serving as adviser during Trump’s first term.
Rubio has taken an aggressive stance on China’s emergence as an economic power and has supported Israel’s war in Gaza and its attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, while also being a strong supporter of NATO.
“I want to close the border," he had said last year, asserting that he would roll out an immigration agenda if he returns to office.
Much attention has been paid to Fed chair Jerome Powell’s remark that he wouldn’t resign even if Trump wants him to. But if a research paper from the Institute of New Economic Thinking is right, he need have no fears on that score. On the contrary, the President-elect should give him a medal because the Fed had, through its misguided policies, helped create the economic conditions for the Trump victory
Trump's tough stand on immigration and Make in America proved to be a top draw with voters
After Donald Trump's victory in the election, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic vice-presidential nominee, vowed to protect Minnesota from what he described as a "hateful agenda" that could emerge under Trump's leadership. Walz expressed his frustration with the election result, particularly the fact that many citizens had chosen Trump over the Democratic ticket. Despite the loss, Walz called for continued effort and unity within the Democratic Party, urging them to fight for their values while also seeking areas of common ground with their opponents. Trump's victory came after a tumultuous campaign marked by two assassination attempts on his life. Kamala Harris, the Democratic vice-presidential nominee, entered the race only after President Joe Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the contest. Trump’s election marked a dramatic political shift, with the outcome leaving Democrats to reassess their strategy moving forward and focus on protecting state-level governance from harmful policies.
President-elect Donald Trump announced on November 9 that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and ex-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not join his upcoming administration, despite his appreciation for their past service. Trump, who made the statement on social media, highlighted his previous positive working relationship with both figures. Haley, a former South Carolina governor, endorsed Trump for president after initially criticising him in the primaries. Pompeo, previously considered for a potential Defence Secretary role, ruled out a 2023 presidential run. Both Haley and Pompeo have yet to publicly respond to Trump’s decision as his team forms.
Trump's 312 electoral votes surpass his 2016 win, with Arizona’s 11 votes flipping back to Republicans after Biden's 2020 win.
Donald Trump’s return to the White House brings significant implications for India-U.S. relations, sparking fresh debates around security, trade, and regional partnerships. With a renewed ‘America First’ vision, how might Trump reshape this critical alliance? From potential H1B visa adjustments to joint counter terrorism efforts and Indo-Pacific strategies, we dive into the expected shifts and surprises for both countries. Join Payal Tiwari Sharma from Moneycontrol for insights into the evolving Trump-Modi dynamic and what it could mean for India’s global standing.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggests the EU could increase liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from the U.S. to deter President-elect Donald Trump from imposing tariffs. During his campaign, Trump vowed to bring jobs back to America with tariffs up to 20% on imports, pushing Brussels to prepare a strong response. Von der Leyen, speaking at an EU summit, proposed replacing Russian LNG with American supplies to ease tensions. Hungarian PM Viktor Orban, a Trump ally, anticipates tough talks but hopes for a beneficial deal. Trump warned the EU about "paying a big price" for insufficient U.S. purchases.
Wilson, 20, severed ties with her father Musk in 2022 after filing a petition to legally change her name and gender, seeking to distance herself from the billionaire.
India is the odd member out as it doesn’t seek a military alliance and wants to keep options open. Trump 1.0 gave Quad momentum and by the time India hosts the leaders’ summit in 2025, President Trump may question the hard security dividend US is getting out of its investment in Quad
According to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index, Musk's wealth spike occurred immediately after Trump's stunning victory
Donald Trump exceeded expectations with his 2024 performance and trounced his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, in every swing state.
President-elect Trump’s idea of lowering corporate tax to 15% for specific companies could spur additional capital for investing in technology.
Trump's increasing strength among working-class voters and nonwhite Americans helped grow his share of the vote almost everywhere.
The incoming president is likely to attack the Fed if it seeks to counteract his policies or if inflation takes off again
Donald Trump’s win shows party’s agenda failed to connect with voters, say critics
Trump has promised levies on US imports that would upend global trade, tax cuts that would further stretch the federal budget and deportations that could shrink the pool of cheap labor
For many investors, Trump’s second term will mean closely monitoring X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Trump’s own social-media platform Truth Social, his primary conduit to the public.
Harris has been a tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage, and character, Biden said
It would be interesting to see if Trump goes to bat for Musk’s many businesses – from X to Tesla to SpaceX and others and pushes for concessions from the Indian government for his Silicon Valley billionaire friend
