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  Trump’s 25% Tariff on Indian Imports: A New Chapter in US–India Trade Tensions Trump with PM Modi On July 30, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping 25 percent tariff on all goods imported from India, effective August 1, 2025. Framed as “reciprocal tariffs” intended to correct a $45.7 billion U.S. trade deficit with India, the levy also carries an unspecified “penalty” tied to India’s continuing purchases of Russian oil and defense equipment. This bold move, delivered via Trump’s Truth Social platform, marks the latest escalation in a trade relationship that both countries have spent months trying to formalize through bilateral negotiations. Why India? India has risen to become the world’s fifth-largest economy, yet, according to the White House, its “excessively high tariffs” and “onerous non-monetary trade barriers” have limited U.S. exporters’ access 1 . The Trump administration argues that a uniform 25 percent duty will level the playing field by matching the barr...

Bol Bom  Every year during the holy month of Shravan, Odisha comes alive with the energy of Bol Bom Kanwariyas – saffron-clad devotees carrying water from rivers to offer to Lord Shiva. The streets echo with chants, music, and spiritual zeal. But amid the devotion lies an important question: Is this practice scripturally justified? What Do the Scriptures Say? According to ancient Hindu texts like the Atri Samhita and Vishnu Smriti, during the Chaturmasya period (the four holy months of the Hindu calendar), only water from the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati is considered pure for religious offerings. Water from other rivers is deemed impure (rajoguna) because it may be contaminated with waste or decaying matter, making it unsuitable for puja (worship). Is Bol Bom a Traditional Practice in Odisha? Historical and cultural evidence suggests that the Bol Bom tradition is not native to Odisha. It is a relatively recent adoption, believed to have spread from North India in the last 70 to 80...

 The 21-21-21 Diet Plan followed by Kapil Sharma for weight loss isn't officially published as a structured diet program, but based on interviews and fitness trainer insights, here’s a practical breakdown that aligns with what Kapil Sharma reportedly followed : Kapil Sharma 🌟 Kapil Sharma’s Inspired 21-21-21 Diet Plan for Weight Loss This plan typically means: 21 days of clean eating 21 minutes of daily workout 21 ingredients or food items used across the diet ✅ Plan Overview: Focus Area Description 🥗 Diet Low-carb, high-protein, fiber-rich Indian meals 🏃‍♂️ Workout 21 minutes of cardio, yoga, or functional training daily 💧 Hydration 3-4 liters of water per day + herbal teas ⏰ Timing Early dinner (before 7:30 PM), 12–14 hrs of intermittent fasting 🗓️ Sample Daily Meal Plan Time Meal Items Example 8 AM Warm water with lemon Add 1 tsp honey or cumin for digestion boost 9 AM Light Breakfast Oats porridge with nuts OR...