Anagha is a Subeditor at the Explained desk of The Indian Express. They graduated from the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai in 2024, after a prolonged academic stint in the areas of Economics and Management. You can contact them on LinkedIn or follow Anagha on X @inanaghaswords

June 02, 2025 19:06 IST
China’s Commerce Ministry on Monday accused the US of “seriously violating” the truce the two nations had concluded in Geneva last month. This follows Trump’s claim on Friday that China had “totally violated” the agreement, over concerns on the sluggish clearing of rare earth exports from China.
Tue, Jun 03, 2025
May 31, 2025 20:06 IST
Since Wednesday, the US President has managed to secure a stay on the order holding his tariffs “unlawful”, accused China of violating the terms of a tariff truce the two nations agreed to earlier this month, and promised to double tariffs on US steel and aluminium imports to 50%.
Mon, Jun 02, 2025
May 31, 2025 15:32 IST
Friday’s announcement culminated a six-year-long saga when the Scooter Braun-owned Ithaca Holdings acquired her masters in 2019. The resulting ‘feud’ between Swift and Braun would have reverberations on the industry going forward.
Sat, May 31, 2025
May 29, 2025 18:43 IST
Quite simply, the court held that the President exceeded his authority under the IEEPA in imposing tariffs, and that the “Worldwide and Retaliatory tariffs are thus ultra vires and contrary to law.”
Thu, May 29, 2025
May 26, 2025 18:20 IST
Two days after announcing 50% tariffs on the EU effective June 1, Trump backtracked and paused these until July 9. Meanwhile, talks between South Korea and the US are underway with a view towards a trade deal.
Mon, May 26, 2025
May 24, 2025 16:32 IST
Signalling impatience about the progress on talks with the EU, US President Donald Trump on Friday announced he would levy 50% 'retaliatory' tariffs on the trading bloc.
Sat, May 24, 2025
May 20, 2025 17:17 IST
India aims to finalise the terms of an interim trade deal with the US, effective before Trump's tariff pause ends in July. Elsewhere, the fate of countries that have not sought trade agreements with the US is unclear.
Tue, May 20, 2025
May 19, 2025 18:34 IST
The UK and European Union announced the terms of a 'reset' deal, describing the terms for continued engagement between the two, five years after Brexit was finalised. Here is what to know.
Mon, May 19, 2025
May 17, 2025 19:26 IST
Every day, 500 words on a word (or expression) that has appeared in The Indian Express
Sat, May 17, 2025
May 17, 2025 16:12 IST
The White House claims that Trump secured $2 trillion in 'great deals'. However, this trip marked a new chapter for US outreach in the Middle East. Here is what to know.
Sat, May 17, 2025
May 15, 2025 19:28 IST
US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that India had offered to 'drop all tariffs' in the wake of ongoing trade deal negotiations.
Thu, May 15, 2025
May 14, 2025 16:45 IST
The US President on Wednesday met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, having promised to repeal longstanding American sanctions on the country. On Tuesday, the US and Saudi committed to $600bn in investments, according to the White House.
Wed, May 14, 2025
May 13, 2025 19:48 IST
Every day, 500 words on a word (or expression) that has appeared in The Indian Express
Tue, May 13, 2025
May 13, 2025 16:51 IST
India informed the WTO of its intent to levy counter-tariffs on the US against American levies on steel and aluminium. Meanwhile, the US president has begun a four-day visit to the Middle East to negotiate agreements in security and bilateral investments.
Tue, May 13, 2025
May 12, 2025 21:32 IST
Every day, 500 words on a word (or expression) that has appeared in The Indian Express
Tue, May 13, 2025
May 12, 2025 18:13 IST
On Monday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the US and China had arrived at an agreement to pause mutual tariffs for 90 days, and slash them by 115%. However, President Trump announced in a social media post that he would slash generic drugs prices, a move contested by pharma companies.
Mon, May 12, 2025
May 10, 2025 17:54 IST
The US is set to engage in two sets of trade discussions. On Saturday, it will commence talks with China to negotiate reducing the 145% tariffs on it, while the EU is seeking a trade deal along the lines of the US-UK trade agreement.
Sun, May 11, 2025
May 08, 2025 13:32 IST
Papal conclave 2025, Pope election process explained: The papal conclave is the secret electoral process to elect a new pope. What are the traditions, and what is different this time? Who are the frontrunners? We explain.
Thu, May 08, 2025
May 06, 2025 15:00 IST
The prospect of military presence raises concerns, in no small part due to the countries’ history. Here is what to know.
Tue, May 06, 2025
May 05, 2025 13:04 IST
Trump tariffs 2025 update: The dollar’s decline continued over the weekend, as several Asian banks resorted to offloading their USD reserves amid the appreciation of their domestic currencies. On the other hand, OPEC+, led by Saudi Arabia, announced a bid to further expand oil supply.
Tue, May 06, 2025
May 03, 2025 20:10 IST
The incumbent Labor Party, under Anthony Albanese, will return to power in Australia. Just three months ago, however, things seemed to be headed in a different direction
Sun, May 04, 2025
May 01, 2025 18:32 IST
The agreement signed on Wednesday allows the US preferential access to Ukrainian resources, including its critical minerals. Here is what to know.
Fri, May 02, 2025
April 28, 2025 10:39 IST
Trump’s approval rating has declined to 40%, amid concerns of rapidly evolving tariff decisions and administrative cuts, as well as the increased cost of living for the foreseeable future. In the week ahead, discussion on his divisive tax bill will continue
Tue, Apr 29, 2025
April 26, 2025 18:38 IST
The forum received an anonymous whistleblower letter last week alleging that Schwab and his wife had misused the organisation's funds for personal massages and luxury travel. This follows a similar letter last year that alleged toxic workplace culture at the forum and led to a board-sponsored probe.
Sat, Apr 26, 2025
April 21, 2025 14:06 IST
Pope Francis Death News: Detailed laws and rituals, some dating back to the Middle Ages, govern the transfer of power from one Pope to the next. Here's how the new Pope will be chosen, and who is eligible from India to vote.
Tue, Apr 22, 2025




