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CNA
02-07-2025
- Business
- CNA
US hints at trade deal with India as Quad nations launch critical minerals initiative
The US has hinted at a trade deal with New Delhi as President Donald Trump threatens to hike tariffs on Japanese imports to as high as 35% — up from the previous 24%. Meanwhile, top diplomats from the US, Japan, India and Australia have committed to ways to diversify supply chains, as worries mount over China's tightening grip on resources vital to new technologies. The Quad grouping has launched a critical minerals initiative, with leaders also condemning the terror attack in Pahalgam in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir. Neha Poonia reports from New Delhi and Kate Fisher reports from Washington DC.
CNA
10-06-2025
- Politics
- CNA
India-Canada relations: Carney invites Modi to G7 summit, signalling thaw in tensions
A diplomatic reset between New Delhi and Ottawa could be on the cards. India's last-minute surprise invitation by Canada to attend the G7 summit this week is raising hopes that both countries could mend their ties. Relations soured over the killing of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil in 2023. Neha Poonia reports from New Delhi.
CNA
09-06-2025
- Climate
- CNA
Heatwave returns to North India with temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius
Northern India is in the grips of another intense heatwave, with the temperature hitting 42 degrees Celsius on Jun 9, and it could get worse. The India Meteorological Department says it may get even hotter over the next three days, warning the mercury could rise past 45 degrees Celsius. Neha Poonia reports.
CNA
07-06-2025
- Climate
- CNA
Short-term solution to India's hot summers worsening long-term problem
Recent thunderstorms may have brought some respite to India's sweltering weather, but the country is bracing for a twofold increase in heatwave days this year. And that's driving demand for more air-conditioners. Neha Poonia reports from New Delhi.
CNA
05-06-2025
- Health
- CNA
Crowd crush outside Bengaluru cricket stadium kills at least 11, injures dozens
Eleven people have died in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in the Indian city of Bengaluru. Local officials say 47 others were injured. The stampede came after tens of thousands of fans gathered for a victory event to mark the first-ever Indian Premier League title win for the city's team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The state government said that such a huge crowd was unexpected. Neha Poonia reports.
