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The Latest: Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards

The Latest: Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards

The Trump administration has released new fuel economy standards that relax regulatory requirements for automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and light trucks
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Trump announces a new $15B Iowa steel plant and claims it will be the nation's biggest

Trump announces a new $15B Iowa steel plant and claims it will be the nation's biggest

President Donald Trump has announced a new $15 billion steel plant will be built in Iowa with backing from an Indian conglomerate
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Philippines Hosts Indian Analyst to Discuss China Strategy and West Philippine Sea Implications

Philippines Hosts Indian Analyst to Discuss China Strategy and West Philippine Sea Implications

Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. hosted Nitin A. Gokhale, an Indian strategic affairs analyst and defense journalist, for a fireside chat in Manila. The discussion, titled 'Countering Asymmetric Coercion: Strategies from the Indo-China Border for the West Philippine Sea,' focused on India's experiences in addressing China's coercive tactics and their potential implications for Philippine defense thinking. The event, held at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City, explored how India has reacted to China's attempts at coercion and what lessons could be applied to the Philippines' maritime security concerns, particularly in the disputed West Philippine Sea. Secretary Teodoro emphasized the Philippines' dedication to safeguarding its territorial integrity and building defense cooperation with partners, acknowledging India's support following the 2016 arbitral decision on the South China Sea.
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Germany’s foreign minister visits the ICC, pledging full support despite Trump's sanctions

Germany’s foreign minister visits the ICC, pledging full support despite Trump's sanctions

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has visited the International Criminal Court to show support for the tribunal
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Indian Naval Ships Participate in Second ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise in Philippines

Indian Naval Ships Participate in Second ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise in Philippines

Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish are participating in the second ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) in the Philippines. This exercise, co-hosted by the Indian Navy and the Philippine Navy, aims to enhance mutual understanding, cooperation, and interoperability at sea among ASEAN member states and India. The event includes subject matter expert exchanges on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR), maritime domain awareness, logistics, and women, peace, and security. These discussions will be followed by sea drills off the coast of Zambales province, featuring boarding operations, helicopter cross-deck landings, and medical evacuations. India's Ambassador to the Philippines, Harsh Kumar Jain, attended the opening ceremony, emphasizing the historical maritime connections between India and Southeast Asia and reaffirming India's support for ASEAN centrality and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific. The exercise builds upon the inaugural AIME held in Singapore in 2023.
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How do Ohio Indian Americans feel about Vivek Ramaswamy?

How do Ohio Indian Americans feel about Vivek Ramaswamy?

Ohio's Indian American community is weighing what Vivek Ramaswamy's historic governor bid could mean for representation and politics.
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Asian stocks mostly fall after Wall Street losses and oil prices rise

Asian stocks mostly fall after Wall Street losses and oil prices rise

Asian shares have mostly declined following Wall Street losses, and U.S. Treasury yields steadied after reaching their highest in roughly two decades
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India's Gaganyaan Mission Aims for Manned Spaceflight by 2027, Advancing Space Diplomacy and Private Sector Growth

India's Gaganyaan Mission Aims for Manned Spaceflight by 2027, Advancing Space Diplomacy and Private Sector Growth

India's space program is making significant strides with the Gaganyaan mission, which plans to send Indian astronauts into space by 2027. This initiative, spearheaded by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and supported by the Indian government, aims to establish India as a leading space power. The Gaganyaan mission is seen as a crucial step towards India's long-term goal of establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035. Beyond government-led efforts, India's private space sector is also experiencing rapid growth, with over 400 startups. One notable private company, Skyroot Aerospace, successfully launched its Vikram-1 rocket into low Earth orbit. Additionally, ISRO is developing a reusable re-entry vehicle, targeted for launch in 2027, building on the success of its Pushpak mission in 2024. These developments highlight India's ambition to expand its capabilities in human spaceflight and space exploration, fostering both national pride and international collaboration.
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From motorcycles to booze, US ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports goes into effect

From motorcycles to booze, US ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports goes into effect

U.S.-Canada relations, already tense, are likely to deteriorate further after the United States went ahead early Tuesday with a decision to ban nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles
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Almost 40 years later, Newman's 'Worldwalker' odyssey still captivates

Almost 40 years later, Newman's 'Worldwalker' odyssey still captivates

Newman's 19,000-miles over five continents and 20 countries inspired the book "Worldwalk" and launched a travel career for the native Ohioan.
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Analysis-From pickups to idle plants: automakers seek lifeline from defence boom

Analysis-From pickups to idle plants: automakers seek lifeline from defence boom

By Nick Carey, Gilles Guillaume and Kalea Hall LONDON/PARIS/DETROIT, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Western automakers are chasing a defence spending boom as a way to sell more vehicles and make use of underemployed factories, though executives say military work will not make up for slowing car sales and
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U.S. Firm Settles for $35 Million Over Underpaid Workers at Milan Consulate Construction

U.S. Firm Settles for $35 Million Over Underpaid Workers at Milan Consulate Construction

U.S. Firm Settles for $35 Million Over Underpaid Workers at Milan Consulate Construction