Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal addressed India’s trade relations with the US, acknowledging President Donald Trump’s criticism of high Indian tariffs while also noting Trump’s praise for PM Narendra Modi. Goyal emphasized India’s willingness to slash tariffs on products without competition, such as Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Despite concerns over trade ties, a Nomura report suggested that Trump’s presidency could benefit India due to the “China Plus One” strategy of relocating supply chains.
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Should merit-cum-income policy guide filling quota posts?
The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine whether government job and admission quotas should prioritize the most socially and economically backward members within Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). This consideration arises from a petition highlighting that affluent individuals from these communities are often benefiting from reservations, leaving poorer members without opportunities, thus undermining the goal of social justice. Want More Context? 🔎
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