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09 Jun

Russia Advances into Central Ukraine Amid Row Over Return of War Dead

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDnipropetrovsk Offensive, prisoner exchange, Russia Ukraine War

Kyiv/Moscow, June 9, 2025 – Russian forces have made a significant push into central Ukraine, penetrating the frontline into the Dnipropetrovsk region, while tensions escalate over the stalled return of the bodies of fallen soldiers and prisoners of war.According to Russia's Defence Ministry, the advance was carried out by units of the elite 90th Tank Division operating from the Donetsk front. This move marks one of the deepest Russian incursions into Ukraine's heartland in recent months, signalling a new phase of the war that began in 2022.Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's Security Council deputy chair, warned that further advances are possible if…

09 Jun

Donald Trump Warns Elon Musk of “Serious Consequences” Over Potential Support for Democrats

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Elon Musk

Washington, DC (National Times): Former President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Elon Musk, suggesting the tech billionaire could face “very serious consequences” if he financially backs Democratic candidates opposing Republicans who support the GOP’s latest budget bill. In a Saturday phone interview with NBC News, Trump said, “If he does, he’ll have to pay the consequences for that,” declining to elaborate further on what those consequences might entail. He reiterated, “He’ll have to pay very serious consequences if he does that.” The remarks come amid an intensifying feud between Trump and Musk, which has spilled into the…

08 Jun

EAM Jaishankar to Visit France & Belgium from June 8, Reinforce Anti-Terror Stance and Deepen Strategic Partnerships

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld Newsanti‑terror diplomacy, France–India relations, Jaishankar Europe visit, Raisina Dialogue

New Delhi, June 8, 2025 – External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has embarked on a high-stakes diplomatic mission to Europe, landing in Paris today. Over the next week, he will engage in discussions in France, Brussels, and Belgium aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and reiterating India’s uncompromising stance on terrorism .In France, Jaishankar is scheduled to meet with Foreign Minister Jean‑Noël Barrot and senior national leaders. He is also set to participate in the inaugural Mediterranean Raisina Dialogue in Marseille, an initiative designed to foster dialogue on regional security and global issues .Moving on to Brussels, the minister will engage in…

07 Jun

Carney and Li Qiang Agree to Renew Canada-China Dialogue Amid Trade Tensions and Fentanyl Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, World NewsCanada-China relations, Li Qiang, Mark Carney, Trade Tensions

Ottawa/Beijing, June 7, 2025 – In a major development for Canada-China relations, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese Premier Li Qiang have agreed to "regularize channels of communication" between the two nations. The agreement signals a thaw in diplomatic ties that have been strained since 2018 and aims to facilitate cooperation on critical issues, including trade and the opioid epidemic.During a high-level phone conversation, both leaders stressed the need for consistent diplomatic engagement to resolve mutual concerns. Carney emphasized that restoring dialogue is essential to de-escalate economic frictions, particularly Chinese tariffs on Canadian agricultural exports such as canola, peas, and…

06 Jun

Russian Air Assault on Kyiv Kills Four Amid Escalating Retaliatory Strikes

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld NewsKyiv airstrike, missile and drone attack, Operation Spiderweb, Russia-Ukraine conflict

Kyiv, Ukraine – June 6, 2025: In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone attack on Ukraine, primarily targeting the capital city, Kyiv. The assault resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and injured approximately 50 others. Among the deceased were three emergency responders who were killed while attempting to extinguish fires caused by the strikes.The Ukrainian Air Force reported that the attack comprised 407 drones and 44 missiles, marking one of the most extensive aerial bombardments since the war began in 2022. While many of the projectiles were intercepted,…

06 Jun

What is the One Big Beautiful Bill Act? Why Did It Spark a Feud Between Donald Trump and Elon Musk?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Trending, World NewsDonald Trump, Elon Musk

Washington DC (National Times): The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on May 22, 2025, with a 215-214-1 vote, is a comprehensive budget reconciliation package designed to overhaul the U.S. tax code, social programs, and federal spending priorities. Championed by President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, the bill extends the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and introduces new tax breaks, spending cuts, and policy changes. Key provisions include: Tax Reforms: Permanently extends TCJA provisions (e.g., tax brackets, doubled standard deduction), eliminates taxes on tips and overtime pay through 2028,…

06 Jun

Elon Musk’s Starlink Gets Licence to Launch Satcom Services in India

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsElon Musk, Starlink

New Delhi (National Times): In a major development for India’s satellite communication sector, Elon Musk-led Starlink has secured a licence to provide satellite-based communication (satcom) services in the country, sources in the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) confirmed on Thursday. With this approval, Starlink becomes the third company to be granted a satcom licence by the Indian government, following in the footsteps of Bharti Group-backed OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications. According to sources, Starlink is expected to apply for trial spectrum soon, and the DoT is prepared to allot the required airwaves within 15 to 20 days of receiving the application.…

06 Jun

Donald Trump-Elon Musk Feud Erupts Into All-Out War, Threatening US Budget Bill and Tesla’s Market Value

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Elon Musk

Washington D.C. (National Times): A once-strategic alliance between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has exploded into a bitter and deeply personal feud, with staggering political and financial implications. The clash, which escalated dramatically on Thursday, has not only shaken Tesla’s market value, wiping out $152 billion in a single day, but now also threatens the passage of Trump’s flagship budget legislation. Musk's Epstein Allegation Shocks Washington The conflict reached a boiling point when Musk, in a stunning social media post on X, alleged that Trump’s name is “in the Epstein files”, referring to the late financier…

05 Jun

Trump Criticizes Elon Musk Over EV Tax Credit Dissent; Musk Fires Back, Claims He Secured 2024 Win and Slams “Ingratitude”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump criticism, Elon Musk tweets, EV tax credit cut, Trump Musk feud

Washington D.C., June 5, 2025: A political showdown has erupted between President Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, as tensions over fiscal policy and personal loyalty spilled into the public sphere on Wednesday. The clash follows Trump’s sharp criticism of Musk for opposing his administration’s latest tax-and-spending bill, which includes the elimination of electric vehicle (EV) tax credits a move Musk denounced.Trump, speaking at a press event in Florida, dismissed Musk’s objections by accusing him of self-interest. “Elon is upset because we’re cutting handouts to rich EV companies. It’s always about the money,” Trump said, implying Musk’s protest stems…

05 Jun

Russian Drone Strikes Kill Civilians in Ukraine; Zelenskyy Demands Stronger Global Action

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsPryluky casualties, Russia-Ukraine war, Russian drone strikes

Kyiv, June 5, 2025 — In one of the deadliest aerial assaults in recent weeks, Russian drone strikes on Thursday claimed multiple civilian lives across Ukraine, intensifying global calls for enhanced defense support to the war-torn country.The northern city of Pryluky was hit before dawn, where six drones struck a residential neighborhood, killing five people, including a one-year-old boy, his mother, and grandmother. Heartbreakingly, the child was the grandson of the local fire chief, who was actively responding to the emergency when his family perished. Six others were hospitalized with injuries.Almost simultaneously, Kharkiv Ukraine’s second-largest city and just 30 kilometers…