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India, US reschedule meeting on interim trade deal

India and the US have postponed talks on an interim trade deal to review the impact of the US Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump's tariffs. The February 23 meeting in Washington will be rescheduled.

Feb 22, 2026

US tariff refund could be a 'mess' but a psychological deterrent for future: SBI report

US President Donald Trump has now raised global tariffs to 15 per cent, invoking Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, a move that escalates his trade offensive a day after the US Supreme Court struck down much of his earlier tariffs.

Feb 22, 2026

Trump lifts global tariff to 15%, cites Section 122 of Trade Act of 1974

In a post on Truth Social, Trump criticised the Supreme Court's decision and said the 15 per cent rate, the maximum allowed under the statute, would take effect immediately. He signalled that his administration would soon determine and issue new, legally permissible tariffs.

Feb 22, 2026

Trump, Modi vision drives new US–India AI alliance; reject 'paralysis of fear'

Under the US-India AI Opportunity Partnership, an addendum to the Pax Silica Declaration, the two countries pledged regulatory alignment, stronger semiconductor and critical mineral supply chains, and deeper private-sector collaboration. The pact also aims to build a "Physical AI Stack".

Feb 22, 2026

DIIs continue to provide strong support to markets driven by strong domestic cues

FIIs recorded net outflows of approximately Rs 7,000 crore in the cash market for the week ending February 20, amid volatile trading sessions marked by heavy selling on February 13 (Rs 7,395 crore outflow).

Feb 22, 2026

Norway reiterates rejection of Trump's 'Board of Peace' after US claim

Norway has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim it would join the "Board of Peace," though it will host the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee spring meeting on Palestinian aid and Gaza.

Feb 21, 2026

'Only US Congress can impose taxes': Neal Katyal after Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs

The Supreme Court ruled in favour of the challengers, limiting a president's authority to use emergency economic powers to levy broad tariffs. Katyal hailed the verdict as a victory for constitutional separation of powers, stressing that "only Congress can impose taxes on the American people."

Feb 21, 2026

'We did a little flip': Donald Trump says India-US trade deal intact, calls Narendra Modi 'a great gentleman'

US President Donald Trump said the trade framework with India will remain unchanged despite a Supreme Court ruling striking down his use of a specific tariff authority. Speaking at a press conference, Trump asserted that India will continue paying tariffs while the US will not.

Feb 21, 2026

White House says India's tariff to drop to 10% temporarily after court strikes down IEEPA duties

The White House has said India's tariff rate will temporarily drop to 10% after the US Supreme Court struck down duties imposed under (IEEPA). The new 10% rate, introduced under Section 122 as part of President Donald Trump's global tariff order, will replace the earlier IEEPA-based tariffs for now.

Feb 21, 2026

After Supreme Court setback, Donald Trump invokes Section 122 to impose 10% global tariff for 150 days

The tariff, effective February 24, However, several key categories are exempt, including critical minerals, energy products, fertilisers, certain agricultural goods, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and passenger vehicles.

Feb 21, 2026

Norway reiterates rejection of Trump's 'Board of Peace' after US claim

Norway has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim it would join the "Board of Peace," though it will host the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee spring meeting on Palestinian aid and Gaza.

Feb 20, 2026

US commander says 20,000 soldiers, 12,000 policemen planned for Gaza

At the inaugural Board of Peace meeting launched by Donald Trump in Davos, nine countries — Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, the UAE, Morocco, Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan and Kuwait — pledged $7 billion for Gaza relief, well below the estimated $70 billion needed for reconstruction.

Feb 20, 2026

India wedded to strategic autonomy: EAM Jaishankar amid US claims on Russian oil buys

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, S. Jaishankar stressed that India's energy decisions are guided by availability, cost, and risk, and are made independently. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed India had committed to stopping further Russian oil imports.

Feb 15, 2026

Trump's desire to obtain Greenland remains unchanged: Danish PM

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen said Trump's interest in Greenland remains, but the islanders oppose joining the US. A US-Denmark-Greenland working group is addressing Arctic security, while military takeover concerns have eased.

Feb 15, 2026

US senators urge Quad summit before Trump-Xi meeting to strengthen leverage

Two senior US senators, Tim Kaine and Pete Ricketts, have called on the Trump administration to convene a Quad Leaders' Summit—comprising the US, India, Japan, and Australia—before President Trump's planned April meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Feb 14, 2026

Donald Trump warns Iran 'very traumatic' over nuclear deal, criticises wind energy

President Donald Trump said his administration has "basically stopped all windmills" in the US, calling wind energy expensive and harmful to the environment. He also criticized turbine imports from China and warned of risks to military and air traffic.

Feb 13, 2026

Precious metals surge 1-2 pc over value buying at support levels

COMEX gold traded in the $4,850–$5,100 range after falling from recent highs, while silver hovered near $73–$84 levels. Market experts cited central bank buying, safe-haven demand, structural supply deficits in silver, and upcoming US inflation data as key drivers influencing prices.

Feb 13, 2026

India backs efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said India is examining an invitation from the United States to join the newly formed Board of Peace, a US-backed initiative aimed at establishing peace, reconstruction, and economic revival in Gaza. The first session of the Board is scheduled for February 19.

Feb 12, 2026

Aren't you ashamed of selling Bharat Mata? Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre over US deal

Rahul Gandhi, while speaking in the Lok Sabha after days of logjam, attacked the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government over the recently finalised trade deal with the United States and said the government should be ashamed of the same.

Feb 11, 2026

Trump hails 'great' economy, record market; urges passage of 'Save America Act'

Trump highlighted his economic achievements, including market milestones, tariff revenues, and efforts to cut government waste. He also expressed support for lower interest rates and praised his Federal Reserve pick.

Feb 11, 2026