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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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Trump visa changes squeeze rural schools relying on international teachers

More than 2,300 people with H-1B visas work as educators across 500 school districts, according to an analysis by the National Education Association teachers union

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 10:40 AM IST

'Saw Epic Fury and liked it': Trump on choosing name of op against Iran

The US president described the action as a limited military move intended to counter threats from Iran

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 9:30 AM IST

Trump to invoke Cold War era powers for offshore oil producer Sable

The planned order comes as Trump faces heavy political pressure to confront rising fuel prices before the November midterm elections

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 9:11 AM IST

US to release 172 mn barrels of oil from strategic reserve amid Iran war

The US will begin releasing the oil next week, although it could take around 120 days to deliver the full quantity

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 9:00 AM IST

Trump urges oil companies to use Strait of Hormuz amid West Asia conflict

President Donald Trump said Iran was paying a 'big price' for what he described as decades of damage inflicted on the world

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 8:59 AM IST

Trump admin launches trade probes into 16 nations including India, China

The US has launched fresh trade investigations into 16 major trading partners, including India, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, after the SC struck down much of Trump's tariff programme

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 8:55 AM IST

US opens new unfair-trade probes to rebuild Trump's tariff pressure

USTR Jamieson Greer said that Section 301 ​unfair trade practices probe could lead to new tariffs imposed against China, the European Union, India, Japan, South Korea and Mexico by ​this summer

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 7:25 AM IST

Iran govt not at risk of imminent collapse despite ongoing war: US intel

US intelligence reports indicate that the IRGC and the interim leaders who assumed power after Khamenei's death retain control of the country

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 6:39 AM IST

RIL to invest in US' first major refinery in 50 years, says Trump

US President Donald Trump announces a Reliance-backed refinery project in Texas under a $300 billion deal, months after India and the US signed a major bilateral trade pact

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Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 12:12 AM IST

RIL US refinery may get Venezuelan oil access; need deal clarity: Analysts

Analysts believe Texas refinery deal could be a positive for Reliance given the current geopolitical environment; however, await for more clarity as the company is yet to issue an official statement.

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 1:01 PM IST

How Trump and his advisers miscalculated Iran's response to war

In the lead-up to the US-Israeli attack, President Trump downplayed the risks to the energy markets as a short-term concern that should not overshadow the mission to decapitate the Iranian regime

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 8:55 AM IST

About 140 US troops injured, 8 severely, so far in Iran war, says Pentagon

Trump said he has no reports of Iran putting explosive mines in the strategic waterway. But if Tehran did, "we want them removed, immediately!"

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 7:59 AM IST

Trump announces new oil refinery in Texas, thanks Reliance for investment

Trump announced the opening of a new oil refinery in Texas, calling it the first new US refinery in 50 years and part of a $300 billion deal while thanking Reliance Industries for its investment

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 7:12 AM IST

Trump warns Iran against laying mines in Strait of Hormuz, threatens action

Trump said that US forces destroyed 10 mine-laying boats in fresh strikes.

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 7:11 AM IST

Trump weighs easing Russia sanctions, other measures to cool oil prices

Trump told reporters in Florida on Monday that his administration was lifting sanctions on some countries as part of efforts to stabilise the oil market, but declined to provide details

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 10:13 PM IST

Iran's security chief warns Trump to 'be careful not to be eliminated'

Ali Larijani wrote the message on X Tuesday after Trump threatened to attack Iran "TWENTY TIMES HARDER" if Tehran stopped oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 5:55 PM IST

On the mend or not

The strategic side of India-US ties is largely unaffected. So far

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 3:23 PM IST

Trump's failure to understand Iran's leadership may give Tehran an edge

From Ukraine to Iran, Trump has repeatedly misjudged his adversaries - a pattern seen in past US wars that shows how underestimating rivals can reshape conflicts and prolong geopolitical crises

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 11:58 AM IST

Democrats threaten to stall Senate until Trump admin explains Iran war

The Senate last week voted down a war powers resolution, which would have put curbs on Trump's abilities to use military force in Iran

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 10:07 AM IST

Trump faces limited options to lower oil prices as Iran war continues

While US officials look for ways to ease oil shocks, experts say higher prices will likely persist until traffic through the Strait of Hormuz returns

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Updated On : 10 Mar 2026 | 9:43 AM IST