Thursday, 06 November 2025

South Asian Update
South Asian Update
US lost sovereignty in New York with Mamdani’s victory: Trump

US lost sovereignty in New York with Mamdani’s victory: Trump

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that the United States had “lost its sovereignty” following Zohran Mamdani’s historic election as New York City’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor, calling the result a victory for “communism” in America’s largest city.

Zohran Mamdani elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor

Zohran Mamdani elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor

Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City on Tuesday, becoming the first Muslim and South Asian to hold the office, according to a projection by The Associated Press.

Trump says China ‘won’t move on Taiwan’ during his presidency

Trump says China ‘won’t move on Taiwan’ during his presidency

US President Donald Trump said Chinese officials have assured him that Beijing would not take any action against Taiwan during his presidency because “they know the consequences.”

Trump says he expects trade and nuclear deals with China during Seoul visit

Trump says he expects trade and nuclear deals with China during Seoul visit

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he expects to strike a series of agreements with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their upcoming meeting in South Korea, covering trade, agriculture, and even nuclear arms control.

Trump to meet China’s Xi in South Korea amid rising trade tensions
Trump to meet China’s Xi in South Korea amid rising trade tensions

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will hold a face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea `within the next couple of weeks,` as part of a broader diplomatic push across Asia.

Rubio backs US tariff hike on India for purchasing Russian oil
Rubio backs US tariff hike on India for purchasing Russian oil

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended Washington’s decision to slap steep new tariffs on India, saying the move was directly tied to New Delhi’s continued purchases of Russian oil despite the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Donald Trump to meet officials from Muslim-majority countries to discuss Gaza

Donald Trump to meet officials from Muslim-majority countries to discuss Gaza

US President Donald Trump is set to meet on Tuesday with senior officials from several Muslim-majority nations as pressure mounts over Israel’s devastating campaign in Gaza, White House officials confirmed.

Trump accuses China, N. Korea, Russia of conspiring against US

Trump accuses China, N. Korea, Russia of conspiring against US

US President Donald Trump has accused China, North Korea, and Russia of jointly working against American interests, as Beijing staged its largest-ever military parade showcasing an arsenal of advanced weaponry and expanding military power.

Trump claims India has offered to reduce tariffs on US goods to zero

Trump claims India has offered to reduce tariffs on US goods to zero

US President Donald Trump has once again lashed out at India, describing Washington’s trade relationship with New Delhi as “deeply one-sided” while claiming that India has now offered to slash tariffs on American goods to zero.

Trump says China has to give US magnets or face 200% tariff

Trump says China has to give US magnets or face 200% tariff

US President Donald Trump on Monday warned that Washington would impose a massive tariff of up to 200% on Chinese-made magnets unless Beijing agrees to supply them directly to the United States. His remarks come at a time of escalating trade friction, with both nations battling over critical technologies and strategic resources.

Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Russia if no deal on Ukraine in 50 days

Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Russia if no deal on Ukraine in 50 days

US President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to impose 100% secondary tariffs on Russia if a deal on ending the war in Ukraine is not reached within 50 days.

Trump administration delays new tariffs until 1st August 

Trump administration delays new tariffs until 1st August 

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that new tariff rates, which were previously set to take effect on July 9th, will now be delayed until August 1st. 

Over 14 million people could die from US foreign aid cuts: study

Over 14 million people could die from US foreign aid cuts: study

A new study warns that more than 14 million people—many of them young children—could die as a result of dramatic reductions in US foreign aid, particularly under the administration of President Donald Trump.

Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision

Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision

US President Donald Trump has approved a military plan targeting Iran but has yet to issue the final order, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday.

Trump says US may potentially join Israel-Iran conflict

Trump says US may potentially join Israel-Iran conflict

US President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States might become involved in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, according to a report by ABC News on Sunday.

Trump pressures Canada to join US golden dome or become 51st state

Trump pressures Canada to join US golden dome or become 51st state

US President Donald Trump has stated that Canada must pay $61 billion to participate in his proposed `Golden Dome` missile defense initiative—unless it agrees to become America’s 51st state.