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Trump’s Tariff War: China Strikes Back, Escalating Global Trade Tensions

Manish Kumar

Trump’s Tariff Shock and the Rising Trade War President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy has sent shockwaves through global trade, pushing the world’s two largest economies into a renewed trade war. By imposing an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese exports to the U.S., Trump has further escalated economic tensions. His decision, which he claims is aimed at combating illicit drug flow, has sparked an immediate and forceful response from Beijing. China swiftly retaliated by slapping tariffs on U.S. goods, marking a significant escalation in the trade conflict. With the…

H-1B in the Crosshairs Again: The DeepSeek Effect and Its Impact on Indian Workers in the US

Manish Kumar

The H-1B Controversy and Its Ripple Effect on Indian Workers The H-1B visa program has long been a contentious topic in the United States, stirring debates about immigration, job security, and economic competitiveness. Originally introduced in 1990 under George H. W. Bush administration, the program aimed to fill skill gaps in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields by allowing highly skilled foreign professionals to work in the U.S. However, over the years, the visa has been politicized, with critics arguing that it displaces American workers and drives down wages.…

Striking the Balance: Work, Life, and the Debate on Overworking

Manish Kumar

The Need for Balance In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of balancing work and personal life cannot be overstated. Mental peace, family time, and self-care are not luxuries but essentials for sustained productivity and happiness. Yet, the increasing emphasis on relentless work schedules has sparked heated debates about employee well-being and organizational expectations. The recent remarks by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman S.N. Subrahmanyan, urging employees to work on Sundays and clock 90-hour weeks, along with Infosys founder Narayana Murthy’s call for 70-hour work weeks, have reignited this conversation, drawing…

US Imposes Strict Restrictions on AI and Chip Investments in China

Manish Kumar

The U.S. government has imposed new restrictions on American companies investing in Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor technologies. This move, authorized by President Biden, is aimed at limiting China’s access to advanced tech that could bolster its military capabilities. The regulations prohibit U.S. investments in areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced chip manufacturing, and require companies to report any other investments to the U.S. government. This is part of a broader strategy to curb China’s technological advancements, especially in sectors critical to national security​   The Biden administration…

Chinese Nuclear Submarine Sinking: A Major Setback for Beijing’s Naval Ambitions

Manish Kumar

China’s ambitions to build a world-class navy suffered a significant blow with the sinking of one of its newest nuclear-powered attack submarines earlier this year. This incident, confirmed by a senior US defense official, marks a potential embarrassment for Beijing, which has aggressively sought to expand its military capabilities in recent years. The Incident: What Happened? According to the US official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, China’s first-in-class nuclear-powered attack submarine sank between May and June while it was docked at a pier. The official did not disclose the…

The Rise of Indian Chess: Gukesh, Divya, and the Revolution of a New Era

Manish Kumar

2024 has proven to be a watershed moment for Indian sports, especially for chess. While India celebrated significant victories in cricket, the Olympics, and the Paralympics, it was the extraordinary achievement in the 45th Chess Olympiad that truly stood out. India won its first-ever gold in both the men’s and women’s categories, marking a new chapter in Indian chess history. From Bronze to Gold: A Decade of Progress India’s journey to chess supremacy began in 2014 when the country won its first-ever Chess Olympiad medal—a bronze in the open category…