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16 May

Trump Revives Feuds With Springsteen and Swift Mid-Diplomatic Tour

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National Times Bureau, May 16, 2025– U.S. President Donald Trump reignited his long-running battles with musicians Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift on May 16 while flying back from a high-stakes diplomatic tour in the Middle East. Using his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump unleashed a string of personal insults, calling Springsteen an “obnoxious JERK” and claiming Swift is “no longer hot.”The verbal jabs came in response to Springsteen’s recent concert in Manchester, where the iconic rocker blasted Trump’s administration as “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous.” Springsteen accused the former president of dismantling American democratic values and cozying up to authoritarian…

16 May

India Boycotts Turkish Goods and Deals Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia Turkey relations, Operation Sindoor, Turkish goods boycott

New Delhi, May 16, 2025 – A sweeping wave of boycotts targeting Turkish goods, services, and institutional ties has taken hold across India in response to Turkey’s open support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The nationwide sentiment has triggered reactions from traders, airlines, educational institutions, and even government-linked defense projects.Fruit traders in Alwar, Nagpur, and Pune have removed Turkish apples from their markets, choosing to stock domestic alternatives as a show of solidarity. The message, they say, is clear—India comes first. Similarly, marble importers in Udaipur have decided to stop procuring Turkish marble, a sector worth nearly ₹3,000 crore annually.The…

16 May

India Cancels Celebi’s Security Clearance as Ties with Turkey Deteriorate

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New Delhi, May 16, 2025: In a major diplomatic fallout, India has revoked the security clearance of Turkish firm Celebi Airport Services, effectively halting its ground-handling operations at nine key Indian airports. The decision follows Turkey's alleged military support to Pakistan during India’s recent Operation Sindoor.The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) announced the cancellation, citing national security concerns. Celebi operated at major hubs including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The move triggered a sharp reaction on the Istanbul Stock Exchange, with Celebi’s shares plummeting by 10 percent.According to reports, Turkey allegedly provided drones and operatives to Pakistan, some of which…

16 May

India, Pakistan Extend Ceasefire Until May 18, DGMOs to Hold Fresh Talks

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New Delhi, May 16, 2025: India and Pakistan have extended their ceasefire agreement along the Line of Control (LoC) until May 18, amid recent escalations that raised fears of conflict. The decision comes following backchannel communication between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both nations, who are expected to hold another round of talks soon to review the ground situation and discuss further de-escalation steps.The extension follows a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which killed 26 civilians and triggered days of military exchanges including drones and missiles. Tensions along the LoC had risen sharply, prompting…

15 May

Donald Trump Claims Role in Defusing India-Pakistan Conflict, Yet Again

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Doha (National Times): Addressing U.S. military personnel in Qatar, President Donald Trump asserted that he had played a pivotal role in reducing tensions between India and Pakistan, suggesting that his behind-the-scenes diplomacy helped avert a possible military escalation. In his characteristically freewheeling style, Trump recounted what he described as a dangerous standoff between the two South Asian rivals. “I think it is settled,” he told the audience. “It looked like it was really going to be escalating out of control.” Trump's remarks hinted at a sharp increase in hostilities that, according to him, were simmering just last week. While details…

15 May

Donald Trump to Apple’s CEO Tim Cook: Focus on US, Not India

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Washington, D.C. (National Times): Former President Donald Trump has issued a strong statement to Apple CEO Tim Cook, urging the tech giant to reconsider its manufacturing investments in India. Speaking at a business event in Doha, Trump expressed disapproval of Apple’s expansion plans in South Asia. “I told Tim, I’ve supported you all along, but I don’t want to see Apple growing its factories in India,” Trump told attendees. He emphasized his preference for Apple to ramp up its U.S.-based operations instead. “India’s one of the toughest places to do business in terms of tariffs. They say they’ll drop them,…

15 May

Political Tensions Hit Tourism: Turkey and Azerbaijan Face Backlash from Indian Travellers

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New Delhi (National Times): The ongoing diplomatic fallout from the India-Pakistan conflict has spilled into the tourism industry, with Indian travelers cancelling trips to Turkey and Azerbaijan en masse after both nations expressed support for Islamabad. Top Indian travel companies are witnessing a wave of cancellations and reduced interest in these popular holiday destinations. "Since last week, there has been a 60% drop in new bookings and a 250% increase in trip cancellations for Turkey and Azerbaijan," confirmed a spokesperson from MakeMyTrip. EaseMyTrip, another major travel player, reported that Turkey has seen a 22% rise in cancellations, while Azerbaijan's figure…

12 May

Trump Says His Administration Averted Nuclear War Between India and Pakistan

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Washington D.C., May 12, 2025 – U.S. President Donald J. Trump has claimed that his administration successfully prevented a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, following a period of heightened military tension between the two nuclear-armed nations. Speaking at a White House briefing, Trump credited swift U.S. diplomatic efforts with brokering a full and immediate ceasefire.“They were going at it hot and heavy. It was seemingly not going to stop,” Trump said, describing how the situation had escalated rapidly after a major terror attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. In response, India had launched coordinated air and missile strikes on Pakistani military…

12 May

Trump Warns India-Pakistan: No Ceasefire, No Trade

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National Times Bureau, May 12, 2025– U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a strong statement amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, saying that if the two nations do not maintain a ceasefire, there will be no trade.Addressing a program at the White House, Trump said the United States is ready to help both countries in matters of trade and peace. He credited his administration with playing a key role in easing tensions and helping both sides reach a ceasefire agreement. “I’m proud to say the leadership of both India and Pakistan was firm, wise, and patient. They understood the…

08 May

Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected Pope Leo XIV, Becomes First American Pontiff

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Vatican City, May 8, 2025 — In a historic decision, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. The announcement followed the appearance of white smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling that the papal conclave had successfully chosen a new pope.Pope Leo XIV succeeds Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025. His election marks a significant moment in Church history, as he becomes the first American-born pope. Born in Chicago in 1955, Leo XIV spent much of his ecclesiastical life as a missionary…