FGN37 US-INDIA-LDALL TARIFF

US announces new tariffs on India, others; marks new era of American protectionism; to impact about half of USD 86 bn Indian exports to US Washington/New Delhi: US President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping new tariffs on dozens of countries including a steep 25 per cent for India, marking a new era of American protectionism and triggering fears of fresh turbulence in trade across the globe.

FGN39 CANADA-INDIA-DIPLOMAT

Canada appoints new Consul General in Mumbai Ottawa: Canada has named Jeff David as Consul General in Mumbai, its first diplomatic appointment to India since New Delhi recalled its envoy and five other diplomats and expelled an equal number of Canadian diplomats in October last year.

FGN33 IRELAND-INDIANS-ADVISORY

Embassy in Ireland issues safety advisory after attacks on Indians London: The Indian Embassy in Ireland on Friday issued an advisory expressing safety concerns following recent attacks in and around the capital Dublin and urging Indian citizens to take safety precautions.

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China's PLA celebrates 98th anniversary amid President Xi's modernisation push, anti-graft drive Beijing: China's PLA, the world's largest and rapidly modernising military with a unique status of functioning under the command of the ruling Communist Party, Friday celebrated its 98th anniversary, amid continuing anti-corruption drive by President Xi Jinping.

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Trump ended conflicts including India-Pak, should get Nobel Peace Prize: WH press secy New York/Washington: Donald Trump should be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has said, claiming that the US President ended several conflicts around the world including the one between India and Pakistan.

FGN26 PAK-US-TARIFF

'Balanced', 'forward-looking': Pakistan hails 19% tariffs under US trade deal Islamabad: Pakistan on Friday announced that the US has imposed a 19 per cent tariff on its exports and termed the step as a "balanced and forward-looking" move that enhances the country's competitiveness in the American market.

FGN35 RUSSIA-MISSILE

Putin says Russia's hypersonic missile has entered service, will be deployed in Belarus Moscow: President Vladimir Putin said Friday that Russia has started production of its newest hypersonic missiles and reaffirmed its plans to deploy them to ally Belarus later this year.(AP)

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Tariffs escalate trade tensions as US import measures reshape market access and prompt diplomatic and compliance responses. New US import tariffs broadly applied to multiple countries, including a steep rate targeted at India, alter market access and affect export competitiveness, requiring exporters to reassess tariff classifications, customs duty obligations, and potential reciprocal trade responses. Diplomatic developments-an appointment to a key consular post after prior recalls and an embassy safety advisory for nationals-signal shifts in bilateral diplomatic management with consequences for consular engagement and staffing.