Day: April 10, 2025

The Tariff Tangle of Trump’s Trade War Since returning to political prominence, Donald Trump has remained unapologetically aggressive on trade. Central to his “America First” doctrine is the imposition of steep tariffs on imports, which he frames as a corrective to years of alleged global exploitation of the U.S. economy. These tariffs, introduced as part of his sweeping reciprocal trade policy, have rattled markets, strained diplomatic ties, and triggered widespread fears of a global economic slowdown. But in a surprising twist, President Trump announced a 90-day pause on his tariffs—for all nations except…

The American Dream in Jeopardy Once a beacon of opportunity, the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration is becoming an increasingly uncertain destination for international students—especially Indians. A new bill introduced in Congress seeks to dismantle the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, a crucial pathway that allows foreign graduates to gain work experience in the US. This move, rooted in the administration’s “Buy American, Hire American” philosophy, could severely disrupt the lives and futures of over 3 lakh Indian students. What does this mean for them, and how is the world responding? The OPT Programme:…