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Painful concessions loom: Netanyahu faces tough test after Trump’s 21-point peace plan — Will he bend or break?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Pic credit: AP) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be asked to make “painful and significant” concessions under a US-backed plan to end the war in Gaza, including allowing the Palestinian Authority to play a central role in governing the enclave, Israeli media reported Saturday.The proposals, revealed by the Times…

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Trump’s 100% tariffs on branded drugs: Indian generics spared but pose risks for pharma sector – Explained

US President Donald Trump‘s announcement of a 100% tariff on imported “branded and patented pharmaceutical products” has rattled the global pharma industry, though Indian generic drug makers are largely expected to remain unaffected for now.Trump, in a post on Truth Social on Thursday, stated: “Starting October 1st, 2025, we will be imposing a 100% Tariff…

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‘It’s frustrating’: Kamala Harris slams prosecution of James Comey; cites Donald Trump’s ‘unrelenting’ drive to punish critics

Kamala Harris slams prosecution of James Comey (Picture credit: AP) Former US Vice President Kamala Harris has sharply criticised the federal indictment of former FBI director James Comey, warning that it reflects President Donald Trump’s drive to punish his political enemies.Speaking exclusively to CNN during a stop on her book tour in Washington, Harris said…

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‘Man of peace’: At UNGA, Shehbaz Sharif backs Donald Trump’s claim of mediation | India News

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Friday turned in a bizarre performance at the United Nations, where he said Pakistan was ready for a composite dialogue with India while making claims about downing Indian jets during Operation Sindoor, and “delivering a bloody nose”. Predictably, he glossed over Pakistan’s losses, including the loss of warplanes and destruction of…

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Trump’s 100% pharma tariffs: How bad will India’s pharmaceutical exports be hit? ‘Low-cost generic model may offer cushion’

India exports a significant amount of pharmaceutical drugs to the US. (AI image) US President Donald Trump’s latest announcement of 100% tariffs imported branded or patented pharmaceutical products has sent shockwaves through pharma companies around the world.Trump announced on Truth Social that effective October 1, 2025, a 100% tariff will be applicable on imported branded…

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‘Man of peace’: Pak PM Sharif turns Trump’s spokesperson at UN; parrots his ceasefire claim

NEW DELHI: Hours after bilateral talks with US President, Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Friday turned into a spokesperson for Donald Trump in his UNGA speech, parroting his claim that the US President played an “active role” in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan after the military action in May.In his 25-minute speech,…

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Trump’s 100% tariffs on branded drugs: Which Indian pharma stocks are most vulnerable? Experts weigh in

For Indian pharmaceutical exports, the US represents the primary market, comprising approximately 35% of total exports, with a value reaching about $10 billion in FY25. (AI image) US President Donald Trump’s move to impose 100% tariffs on branded and patented pharmaceutical exports has rattled Indian pharma stocks, even though most companies earn from US markets…

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Asian drug market stocks slides: Trump’s 100% pharmaceutical tariffs shake market; broader impact on Japan likely minimal

Asian drug stocks fell on Friday as investors reacted to US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 100% tariffs on imported branded pharmaceuticals starting October 1.Companies without existing US manufacturing plants could face the full impact, triggering declines across major drugmakers in South Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong.In South Korea, Samsung Biologics fell 1.6%, while…

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Trump’s 100% tariffs on pharma: Sun Pharma, Biocon, Cipla & other pharmaceutical stocks tank; jitters on D-Street

Several prominent Indian pharmaceutical firms, including Sun Pharma, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Cipla, Lupin, Aurobindo Pharma, and Zydus Lifesciences, maintain substantial export operations to the USA. (AI image) Pharma stocks hit by Trump’s tariffs: Pharmaceutical stocks declined sharply by up to 5% on Friday, September 26, following US President Donald Trump’s declaration of imposing 100% tariffs…

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