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U.S. President Donald Trump held a major rally in Michigan to mark the first 100 days of his second term, emphasizing trade policy and its impact on the auto industry. Michigan, hit hard by Trump's steep trade tariffs, was the backdrop for his announcement of an executive order easing tariffs on cars and auto parts. Trump said the move offers U.S. automakers temporary relief while pushing them to increase domestic production. The order includes a one-year rebate of 3.75% on vehicle sales prices, decreasing to 2.5% in the second year. Automakers and analysts warn the tariffs could raise car prices, hurt sales, and reduce global competitiveness. Industry groups have urged Trump to scrap the auto parts tariffs entirely, warning of potential layoffs and bankruptcies. Trump insisted the U.S. holds leverage in trade talks, stating foreign nations, including China, are eager to negotiate deals. He reaffirmed his intent to prioritize American manufacturing.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney closes his election campaign under a cloud of tragedy after a deadly attack at a Vancouver festival. As voters head to the polls, tensions rise over Trump’s tariffs and U.S.-Canada relations. With Liberals holding a slim lead over Conservatives, British Columbia's battleground could decide it all. Full coverage of the emotional final hours and what’s at stake for Canada's future.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under fire again as a second private Signal chat surfaces—revealing he shared sensitive Yemen war plans with family members and a personal lawyer. The revelation follows a previous incident where Hegseth's team mistakenly sent military details to The Atlantic’s editor. Lawmakers are calling for his resignation, while Trump continues to stand by him.

The White House has demanded an apology from Harvard University over anti-Semitic incidents on campus and warned of $2.2 billion in frozen grants and $60 million in contracts. The university has defiantly stood its ground, defending its autonomy against federal pressure. At the same time, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt took a jab at Joe Biden’s upcoming speech on Social Security, suggesting he’s too old for late-night speeches. The tension between the federal government and Harvard is escalating, setting the stage for a legal and political showdown.

Donald Trump has frozen $2.2 billion in grants to Harvard over campus activism and alleged antisemitism. What triggered this? What are Trump's demands—and why is Harvard pushing back? Full breakdown inside.

The U.S. deported 10 alleged members of MS-13 and Tren de Aragua to El Salvador just before a key White House meeting between President Trump and El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele. Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised the Trump-Bukele partnership as a model for hemispheric security, while critics question the legality of the deportations and lack of due process. Here's the latest on this developing story.

S President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a 90-day pause on higher tariffs on trade partners, but raised duties on China to 125%. He said in a social media post that he is pausing his so-called “reciprocal tariffs” on many other trading partners because they had responded by reaching out for talks rather than retaliating and blamed China for “lack of respect”. “Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. watch here for more details

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on cars, auto components and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are unlikely to impact India as much as markets like Mexico, Canada, South Korea and the European Union, as the country’s dependency on the United States is low, according to a Moneycontrol analysis.

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would be willing to reduce tariffs to get a deal done with TikTok's Chinese parent ByteDance to sell the short video app used by 170 million Americans. ByteDance has an April 5 deadline to find a non-Chinese buyer for TikTok or face a U.S. ban on national security grounds that was supposed to have taken effect in January under a 2024 law.

During a Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump addressed several issues, beginning with Usha Vance’s Greenland visit, which he characterized as a gesture of "friendliness, not provocation." He emphasized that officials from Greenland were reaching out to the U.S., expressing interest in proper protection and support. Trump suggested that U.S. control of Greenland could be a possibility in the future, citing national security reasons. He also mentioned that Secretary of State Marco Rubio might visit Greenland soon, as officials there had requested U.S. involvement. Additionally, Trump announced a forthcoming deal with Ukraine on minerals and rare earths. In his remarks on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, he highlighted discussions about territorial lines and nuclear plants during ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia. Trump reiterated his idea of the U.S. taking control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, noting the country’s expertise in operating such facilities.

Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute B. Egede, criticized a planned visit by U.S. officials, including second lady Usha Vance and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, calling it "highly aggressive." The visit, which aims to celebrate Greenlandic culture and attend the national dogsled race, comes amid tensions sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s past remarks about annexing Greenland, citing its valuable rare earth minerals. Egede opposed the visit, arguing it demonstrated U.S. power over Greenland and undermined diplomatic efforts for autonomy. Although Greenland gained more self-governance from Denmark in 2009, Denmark still controls defense and foreign policy. The U.S. visit is seen as disrespectful by some Greenlandic leaders, including Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who criticized its timing during ongoing political negotiations. A January poll showed 85% of Greenlanders oppose becoming part of the U.S., with many seeing Trump’s interest as a threat. Greenland’s politicians are open to U.S. investments but reject annexation.

Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi warned that continued U.S. aggression against Yemen would lead to "escalatory options" and more painful retaliation from the rebels. This follows U.S. President Donald Trump's recent airstrikes on Houthi positions, which killed at least 53 people, including children, and injured many others. Trump’s airstrikes are part of a broader campaign to pressure Iran, the Houthis’ main backer, with Trump linking Houthi actions to Tehran and threatening consequences for further attacks. In response, Houthi supporters rallied in several cities, vowing revenge against the U.S. and Israel. The United Nations has called for a halt to military activities in Yemen. Meanwhile, the Houthis’ maritime attacks on over 100 merchant vessels between November 2023 and January 2024 raised their profile in the Arab world. Trump also warned Iran against arming the Houthis, alleging a reduction in Tehran's military support for the group.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard held talks in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening India-U.S. strategic ties, particularly in defence and information sharing. Gabbard's visit, part of a multi-nation tour, marked the first high-level visit by a senior official from the Trump administration. During her trip, she met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and attended a global intelligence conclave hosted by India. The conclave, which included intelligence chiefs from the U.S., Canada, and the UK, concentrated on enhancing intelligence cooperation to combat terrorism, address emerging technological threats, and secure the Indo-Pacific region. Discussions also covered countering terror funding, money laundering, and issues related to extradition. India raised concerns about anti-India elements operating abroad, such as pro-Khalistan groups. Gabbard will also address the Raisina Dialogue, furthering the India-U.S. collaboration on global security challenges.

U.S. President Donald Trump has defended his administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act's wartime powers to rapidly deport over 200 alleged members of Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan gang linked to kidnapping, extortion, and contract killings. The deportation proceeded despite a court order by Judge James Boasberg blocking it, with the administration arguing that the judge lacked the authority to intervene. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump justified the action by comparing the rise in immigration to wartime conditions, emphasizing the deportees were "bad people" now incarcerated in El Salvador. During the same flight from Florida to Washington, Trump also reaffirmed his commitment to imposing tariffs starting April 2, despite market disruptions and economic concerns. He stressed his stance on reciprocal tariffs, stating, "They charge us and we charge them," and confirmed additional tariffs on autos, steel, and aluminum.

U.S. President Donald Trump plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 18 to discuss efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Trump is working on securing Putin's support for a 30-day ceasefire proposal, which Ukraine accepted the previous week. Despite ongoing heavy aerial strikes and Russia pushing to eject Ukrainian forces from the Kursk region, Trump remains optimistic about the potential for peace. During the conversation, Trump expects to discuss key issues, including land and power plants, as part of the ceasefire talks. Both Ukraine and Russia have reportedly already discussed some potential divisions of assets. The U.S. president's remarks were made while returning to Washington from Florida on Air Force One. Trump had previously spoken with Putin on March 14, a day after Russian President Putin met with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to review the ceasefire proposal. Ukraine supports the ceasefire, but there are concerns about Russia's commitment.

The United States has vowed to continue its military strikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebels until they halt attacks on international shipping. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the campaign aims to ensure freedom of navigation and restore deterrence. President Trump also warned the Houthis, threatening overwhelming force if their attacks do not cease. The Houthis have claimed responsibility for a missile and drone attack on the USS Harry S. Truman and other U.S. warships in the Red Sea, which was met with U.S. retaliation, including the downing of 11 drones. Meanwhile, Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi has promised further escalation if U.S. strikes persist. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties, including 53 dead and 101 injured. The US military operation is the largest in the region since Trump’s presidency, and it may continue for weeks. The Houthis have also threatened further attacks on Israeli ships unless Gaza's aid blockade is lifted.

President Vladimir Putin visited the Kursk region of Russia for the first time since Ukrainian forces seized territory there. Dressed in a military uniform, he visited a control center used by Russian troops and discussed the ongoing situation with Russian military leaders. Putin emphasized the need to defeat the Ukrainian forces entrenched in the region and declared that captured Ukrainian soldiers should be treated as terrorists. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump earlier announced that U.S. officials were heading to Russia to discuss a proposed 30-day ceasefire and a potential peace agreement, following Ukraine’s agreement to cease fighting after talks with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia. The Kremlin responded that it was awaiting more details about the ceasefire proposal. Trump expressed hope for a ceasefire but stated that he could apply financial pressure on Russia if necessary, although he preferred pursuing peace without escalating the situation further.

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President Donald Trump issued a "last warning" to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of all hostages and the bodies of those killed in Gaza. He condemned Hamas for their actions, calling them "sick and twisted," and urged the people of Gaza to make a smart decision, warning that those who continue holding hostages would face severe consequences. Trump expressed strong support for Israel, stating he would provide all necessary resources to "finish the job" against Hamas. His remarks followed a meeting with eight former hostages at the White House. The White House confirmed US officials had engaged in direct talks with Hamas representatives in Qatar, marking a shift from the US policy of not negotiating with the group. Israeli officials reported that around 24 hostages, including Edan Alexander, were still alive in Gaza, while at least 35 bodies were being held. Trump's envoy, Adam Boehler, led the negotiations.