current affairs

Trade wars are rarely quiet. But sometimes, the loudest message is sent without a single word—just a well-timed campaign, a viral video, and a strategically placed billboard. That’s exactly how China responded when Donald Trump’s tariff war threatened to push the global economy into a tailspin. But instead of retaliating with just counter-tariffs or sanctions, China launched a cultural response—one that turned the spotlight on Western luxury brands. It was subtle, calculated, and highly effective. China’s Strategy in the Trump Tariff War: Targeting Luxury, Not Just Trade The usual weapons of a trade war are taxes, sanctions, and spreadsheets. But this time, the most powerful tool wasn’t steel or silicon—it was Gucci, Dior, and Louis Vuitton. When Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese exports—from electronics to steel—China responded by targeting luxury brands that had grown deeply reliant on the Chinese market. […]

IntroductionIn a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India is currently reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, raising questions about its constitutional validity. This landmark legislation, introduced to reform the management of waqf properties in India, has triggered widespread legal debates and public protests. Understanding the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, introduced by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, proposes a new framework for governing waqf properties—Muslim endowments made for religious, charitable, or educational purposes. Key provisions of the Act include: Abolition of 'Waqf by User':Previously, long-term use of property for religious purposes could establish it as waqf, even without documentation. The amendment mandates registered waqf deeds, eliminating recognition based on historical usage. Reconstitution of Waqf Boards:At least two Muslim women must now be included in both Central and State Waqf Boards, encouraging gender inclusivity. Sect […]

In a move that has set the political corridors of Delhi abuzz, the Enforcement Directorate has filed a formal chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the long-running National Herald case. What was once a dormant chapter of political and financial maneuvering has now burst into the headlines again, igniting fiery debates across the country.   The chargesheet isn’t just a legal document—it's a political grenade. With both mother and son now officially accused of criminal financial misconduct, the ED claims they orchestrated a series of complex transactions designed to snatch away real estate assets worth over ₹2,000 crore, all under the guise of reviving a dying newspaper legacy.   At the heart of this financial web lies Associated Journals Limited (AJL), the company that once published the iconic National Herald. According to the ED’s filing, Sonia and Rahul […]