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India is among several nations planning to slash tariffs.

 1."Beijing Equipped To...": How China Reacted To Donald Trump's 104% Tariffs.-China and the United States moved towards an all-out trade war on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump imposed an astounding 104 per cent in tariffs across all Chinese imports. Locked in a high-stakes game of brinkmanship, both nations refused to back down, with Beijing vowing to fight against America's aggression "to the end." rump had originally unveiled a 34 per cent additional tariff on Chinese goods. However, after Beijing imposed its own tit-for-tat 34 per cent tariff on American products, Washington vowed to pile on another 50 percent duty.

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/beijing-equipped-to-how-china-reacted-to-donald-trumps-104-tariffs-8120944

2.Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, President Donald Trump said Monday the US will hold direct talks with Iran about its nuclear programme, while warning Tehran it would be in “great danger” if the talks aren't successful. Speaking to reporters after a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the president said the talks will start Saturday. He added, “Tehran can’t get nuclear weapons.”

https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/donald-trump-warns-iran-of-great-danger-as-us-set-for-direct-nuclear-talks-101744074275401.html

3.India is among several nations planning to slash tariffs, US trade representative Jamieson Greer has said, adding that around 50 countries have approached him to discuss President Donald Trump’s new plan, which has begun to reap rewards.Greer told the Senate Finance Committee that the United States’ average tariff on agricultural products is 5%, however, India’s average tariff is 39%.

https://www.news18.com/world/india-among-several-nations-willing-to-lower-tariffs-says-trump-govt-trade-representative-jamieson-greer-senate-usa-9292045.html

4.More than 150 colleges affiliated to the University of Mumbai, spread across six districts in the state, including Mumbai, could be fined ₹10,000 each for dodging the accreditation process aimed at raising the university’s standards of education.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/156-colleges-to-be-fined-10-000-for-dodging-naac-accreditation-101744140888854.html

5.Taj Samudra, Colombo, had the honour of welcoming the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, during his recent visit to Sri Lanka. This visit marks a momentous milestone for Taj Samudra, further solidifying its role as a symbol of Indian hospitality in Sri Lanka.Set against the backdrop of the iconic Galle Face Green, Taj Samudra boasts breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean and the vibrant cityscape of Colombo.

https://www.hotelierindia.com/operations/pm-narendra-modis-visit-adds-a-new-chapter-to-taj-samudras-legacy

6.Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh is set to visit Mumbai on April 9 and 10, 2025, to woo investors for the hospitality sector in Andhra Pradesh. His itinerary includes participation in the 20th Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA), held at Powai Lake, Mumbai. The visit aims to spotlight Andhra Pradesh as a prime investment destination for hospitality ventures. The Minister will present the State’s vast potential and invite hotel groups and investors to explore the opportunities available.

https://hospitalitybizindia.com/news-track/ap-minister-to-attend-hicsa-to-boost-hospitality-investments/

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