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About Donald Trump

Who is Donald Trump

Donald Trump is an American businessman, media personality, and politician who serves as the 47th President of the United States. Born on 14 June 1946 in Queens, New York, he earned an economics degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He expanded his family's real estate business into a global brand with properties, hotels, and golf courses. Trump gained further fame as the host of The Apprentice.

In 2016, Trump ran as the Republican nominee, defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton despite losing the popular vote. His presidency was marked by a distinct populist approach, with policies focusing on tax
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Uniform 15% tariff would benefit some Asia-Pacific economies: Moody's

US Supreme Court last week ruled against the Trump administration's country-specific tariffs after which Trump imposed 10 per cent tariffs on all countries for 150 days

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 1:42 PM IST

Trump's 10% global levy takes effect as US moves to rebuild tariff wall

Trump is applying the 10 per cent baseline levy under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which allows the president to impose the charge for 150 days without congressional approval

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:17 AM IST

Valid US visa but 42-day custody over husband's: UK tourist case explained

Karen Newton's six-week ICE detention draws attention as DHS says officers acted within the law over past visa issues

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

EU hits pause on US trade deal after Trump announces 15% global tariff

The European Parliament's trade committee postponed a ratification vote after Trump announced new tariffs, following a US Supreme Court ruling blocking his emergency import taxes

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 9:59 AM IST

Trump eyes new trade probes to revive tariffs after court setback

The administration announced that a 10 per cent levy would be imposed beginning Tuesday morning, which Trump subsequently threatened to increase to 15 per cent

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 9:14 AM IST

Wall Street stocks drop as Trump ramps up tariffs, AI fears mount

The S&P 500 sank 0.8 per cent after Trump said on Saturday that he would place temporary 15 per cent tariffs on other countries

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 7:54 AM IST

US sheds light on its allegation of Chinese nuclear test, fear of arms race

President Trump in October pointed to US intentions to resume nuclear tests for the first time since 1992, but Energy Secretary Chris Wright later said such tests would not include nuclear explosions

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 7:19 AM IST

EU pauses work on US trade deal as Trump's tariffs stir uncertainty

Trump moved rapidly over the weekend to replace those levies. But he has now applied a 15 percent tariff on nations around the world

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Countries 'playing games' on trade deals will face more tariffs: Trump

Trump, in a series of social media posts, said he also may impose license fees on trading partners as uncertainty over his next tariff moves gripped the global economy and sent stocks lower

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Donald Trump raises global tariffs to 15%: What Sections 122, 232, 301 mean

US President Donald Trump has raised the global baseline tariff to 15 per cent after a court setback, using older trade laws. Here's what Sections 122, 232 and 301 mean and how they allow tariffs

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 2:11 PM IST

EU diplomats to meet 'Board of Peace' director over Gaza's future

Nikolay Mladenov, a former Bulgarian politician and UN diplomat chosen by Trump to manage the Board of Peace, will meet the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

Trump considers targeted strike against Iran, followed by larger attack

The top negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two carrier groups massed within striking distance of Iran

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

A 6-3 reminder to Donald Trump that trade power flows from the Congress

The US Supreme Court curbs Donald Trump's tariff powers, reaffirming congressional authority and showing how institutional checks can still restrain populist executives

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 9:47 AM IST

India, China among winners after US Supreme Court blocks Trump tariffs

China, India and Brazil are among those now seeing lower tariff rates after SC ruled that Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose duties was illegal

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 9:28 AM IST

Xi Jinping gains leverage ahead of summit with Trump after tariff reversal

Xi's team will likely push harder for access to advanced semiconductors, removal of trade restrictions on Chinese companies and reduced US support for Taiwan

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 8:45 AM IST

Donald Trump may turn to old trade laws after Supreme Court tariff blow

With the Supreme Court striking down Trump's use of IEEPA for tariffs, the president may rely on older trade statutes to revive tariff action. Each carries implications for India

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Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

US SC ruling on Trump's tariffs: A China worry for India's iPhone exports

The tax now has been declared "illegal" by the US Supreme Court

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Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

US Secret Service kills man attempting to unlawfully enter Trump's resort

The man was carrying what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can, the agency said, adding that he was observed at the resort's north gate around 1:30 a.m. EST (0630 GMT)

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Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

Tariffs run into legal troubles but will remain at core of Trump's agenda

The US Supreme Court's tariff ruling dents Donald Trump's leverage, reshaping global trade talks and placing India in a relatively stronger negotiating position

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Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

US tariff uncertainty: Auto, medtech exporters on wait-and-watch mode

Indian auto and medical device exporters adopt wait-and-watch approach as US tariff shifts and refund uncertainty cloud shipment decisions

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Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 9:36 PM IST