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Amid steep new US tariffs, American giants like McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Apple face boycott calls in India. Public outrage, echoed by business leaders, reflects growing trade tensions between the two nations, with consumers urging support for local products over foreign brands.
India reaffirmed it will not yield to nuclear blackmail, responding to reported remarks by Pakistan’s Army Chief during his US visit. The Ministry of External Affairs stressed India’s resolve to protect national security and maintain peace through strength, urging responsible dialogue over provocative statements.
India’s Air Force Chief confirmed the downing of six Pakistani military aircraft during fierce border clashes in May. The engagements, part of heightened tensions, underscore escalating hostilities and the strategic capabilities of India’s defense forces amid ongoing regional security concerns.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India for key discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The visit is expected to cover defense cooperation, energy partnerships, and BRICS-related initiatives, reinforcing the long-standing strategic partnership between the two nations.
Indian PM Narendra Modi vowed to safeguard farmers’ interests following US President Trump’s announcement of higher tariffs. Modi emphasized that India will not compromise on agricultural welfare and will explore all measures to protect its farming community from adverse global trade impacts.
