Tuesday, August 18
Trump 500% Tariff Bill: American Senator Lindsey Graham has said that US President Donald Trump has given the green light to a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill that could be used as leverage against countries such as India, China and Brazil for continuing to buy Russian oil. Under the proposed legislation, duties on all Russian imports into the United States would be increased to at least 500 per cent of their value.The proposed legislation aims to penalise nations that, according to the US, are “fueling Putin’s war machine” by purchasing discounted crude from Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. While the bill has not yet been passed, Graham indicated that it could be taken up for a bipartisan vote as early as next week.Trump ‘greenlights’ bipartisan Russia sanctions billIn a po
Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT) has announced its association as the Official Tyre Partner for all five teams competing in India’s premier women’s T20 championship for the upcoming season. The partnerships cover Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz.The company said the move underlines its commitment to using sport as a platform for inclusion and long-term development, while supporting the continued growth of women’s cricket in India.Commenting on the association, Rajiv Poddar, Joint Managing Director, BKT, said, “BKT aligns with sporting platforms that embody equality and inclusion, promoting a positive impact on people and sport enthusiasts. Joining forces with teams competing in India’s premier women’s T20 championship b
