Monthly Archives: February 2025

India weighs temporary tax on cheap imported Chinese Steel

Link to Article: https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/india-weighs-temporary-tax-cheap-chinese-steel-import-minister-says-2025-02-12/ News coming from New Delhi as of yesterday reports that the Indian government could impose a 15-25% import tariff on Chinese steel in the upcoming six months due to the competition posed by cheap, readily available manufacturers in comparison to Indian domestic producers. A statement by the Indian Minister of Steel, H.D Kumaraswamy, reports his beliefs… Read more »

Thirty killed in crowd crush at India’s Kumbh Mela festival

Link to Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3rwjnr12lwo According to BBC, on Wednesday January 29th, 30 pilgrims were killed in a devastating crowd crush at the largest religious festival, the Hindu festival Kumbh Mela. The devotees on the riverbanks in the city of Prayagraj were trampled by other pilgrims who were rushing to take part in the sacred day of ritual bathing. With 90… Read more »