• Tue, January 21, 2025

by: tbsnews

We are keeping trade and politics separate: Food adviser on rice import

Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder has said that import costs are relatively lower due to the proximity of neighboring countries such as India, Myanmar, and Pakistan. "Therefore, we welcome neighboring countries interested in exporting rice to us.

by: MassLive

New president's bully pulpit comes with an expiration date (The Republican Editorials)

In time, this will be seen as a peculiar and fraught period in American politics, when voters twice elected the serial liar and megalomaniac who on Monday declared he survived an assassination attempt by divine intervention.

by: CNN

Trump touts political firings and retribution as he begins a government overhaul in his image

President Donald Trump's political retribution tour began this week with firings of his perceived enemies inside the federal government, the targeting of former intelligence and national security officials and a directive to investigate the actions by the Biden administration.

by: WPLG

How Trump will immediately seek to dismantle Biden's sprawling federal DEI programs

President Donald Trump has ordered a sweeping dismantling of the federal government's diversity and inclusion programs that could include everything from anti-bias training to funding for minority farmers and homeowners.

by: CNN

Trump begins second term with series of sweeping executive actions

President Donald Trump signed a series of executive actions, revoking 78 of Joe Biden's policies hours after returning to the White House.

by: CNN

Trump wields huge power to kick start his new 'Golden Age'

Proclaiming a new American "Golden Age," Trump consolidated power hours into his new term, wielding massive executive authority in seeking to obliterate large chunks of Joe Biden's legacy and showing he plans to learn from his first-term failures to pull off a transformational presidency.

by: Reuters

Trump executive order on free speech draws criticism

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order that he said aims to restore freedom of speech and end censorship, drawing fire from critics who point to his past actions threatening and suing journalists,

by: Reuters

Pardoned prisoners from Jan. 6 attack to go free on Trump's first full day in office

Supporters of Donald Trump who attacked the U.S. Capitol four years ago will start leaving prison on Tuesday, pardoned by the new president in a flurry of Inauguration Day executive orders showing intent to stamp radical change on the country.

by: MSN

Full List of Republicans Breaking With Trump on January 6 Pardons

A growing chorus of Republican lawmakers is speaking out against President Trump granting sweeping pardons to Capitol rioters.

by: MSN

DOGE faces early bumps with lawsuits and leadership shakeup

President Donald Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was slapped with several lawsuits on his first day in office from groups saying the new nongovernment entity must abide by the same transparency as federal agencies.

by: MSN

Trump, Melania and Vance attend national prayer service in DC

President Donald Trump, Melania Trump and VP J.D. Vance attend national prayer service at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.

by: MSN

Bishop pleads with Trump at inaugural prayer service over LGBTQ and immigration policies

The bishop leading Tuesday's official inaugural prayer service urged President Donald Trump to "have mercy" on his constituents, specifically naming LGBTQ people and immigrants.

by: MSN

Donald Trump has signed a slew of executive orders. But is there any way to challenge them?

Donald Trump has signed a slew of executive orders. But is there any way to challenge them? - President is expected to issue swaths of more executive orders in the coming days as his administration ta

by: MSN

Washington National Cathedral Bishop Pleads With Trump to 'Have Mercy' on LGBTQ+ Community and Illegal Immigrants - Watch

A worship service held at Washington National Cathedral Tuesday culminated in Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde confronting President Donald Trump and pleading with him to "have mercy" on illegal immigrants and members of the LGBTQ+ community as he begins his second term.

by: MSN

'Unlawful DEI-motivated' workplace discrimination to be rooted out by Trump's new acting EEOC chair

President Trump named Andrea R. Lucas as acting chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, who vowed to root out "unlawful DEI- motivated race and sex discrimination."

by: MSN

Iowa flags return to half-staff following Inauguration Day to resume Jimmy Carter tribute

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds joined others in ordering flags to be raised for President Donald Trump's inauguration. They returned to half-staff on Tuesday.

by: MSN

Sutcliffe warns of 'historic challenges' in 2025, including Trump tariffs

Ottawa faces an "historic challenge" in 2025 as the federal government sheds jobs and office space in the capital and the United States threatens a trade war with Canada, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe warned in a "State of the City" address Tuesday to the Ottawa Board of Trade.

by: MSN

Instagram, Facebook users say that after the inauguration, their accounts automatically followed Trump, Vance and Melania. Here's what we know.

Hours after Donald Trump was sworn in as president on Monday, some Instagram and Facebook users started noticing that their accounts were suddenly following Pages associated with the new president, first lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

by: MSN

DHS orders employees back to work following Trump mandate and ahead of expected mass deportations

DHS orders employees back to work following Trump mandate and ahead of expected mass deportations - The order for DHS employees to return to work falls in tandem with Trump's mass deportation plan ann

by: MSN

Donald Trump shakes up German politics

While leading German politicians fear the worst from Trump's second presidency, German parties are taking very different approaches to him. The far-right AfD is delighted, and was even invited to Trump's inauguration.

by: MSN

Instagram, Facebook users say their accounts automatically followed Trump, Vance and Melania after the inauguration. Here's what we know.

Hours after Donald Trump was sworn in as president on Monday, some Instagram and Facebook users started noticing that their accounts were suddenly following Pages associated with the new president, First Lady Melania Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

by: MSN

Trump's executive orders: From quitting Paris agreement and WHO to border emergency and riot pardons

From quitting Paris agreement and WHO to border emergency and riot pardons - Donald Trump instantly issued a series of executive orders upon re-entering the White House, including withdrawing from the

by: MSN

Executive order list: What executive orders did President Trump sign and what to know

President Trump began his pledge to give America a MAGA makeover Monday, taking a slew of executive actions to walk back Biden-era policies and fulfill bold campaign promises. The big picture: Trump's radical expansion of executive power will dramatically change life for millions of people if the orders withstand the barrage of legal challenges that are already coming.

by: MSN

Trump said new tariffs on Canada and Mexico could arrive within days. Here's what Americans should know about his trade plans.

President Donald Trump said a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico could come on February 1 and that a universal tariff isn't off the table.

by: MSN

Elizabeth Warren Questions Robert F. Kennedy Jr. On 'Dangerous Views,' Pot Legalization Timeline As His Senate Hearing Stalls

U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, sent a 34-page letter to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was tapped by President Donald Trump in mid-November to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.

by: MSN

Elon Musk and Barron Trump's 'very different energy' mocked as pair sit next to each other at inauguration

Elon Musk and Barron Trump's 'very different energy' mocked as pair sit next to each other at inauguration - In a widely shared clip president's youngest child and the South African-born billionaire s

by: MSN

Adam Schiff and Nancy Pelosi Melt Down Over Trump's Jan. 6 Pardons: 'A Terrible Way to Begin'

There aren't many in politics as predictably appalling as Nancy Pelosi -- but Adam Schiff is close. On a day when newly inaugurated President Donald Trump used his new powers to pardon many of those swept up in the mania that followed the Capitol incursion of January 2021,

by: MSN

Trump fires Milley and slams celebrity chef Jose Andres

by: MSN

UKPNP leader criticises PoJK government for failing people, cites lack of governance and basic rights

Sajid Hussain, leader of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP), has issued a stern critique of the administration in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), highlighting its persistent governance failures and disregard for the welfare of the region's population.

by: MSN

Survey launched to 'educate' future government

Business organisations and charities in Guernsey have joined forces to try and shape future government policy and "educate" potential States members. The group, which has eight member organisations, has launched a survey to gather information on the most "pressing policy priorities for government action".

by: MSN

Best presidential buddies Obama and Bush were together again. They warned others not to expect them to behave

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by: MSN

Trump inauguration and North Korean soldiers interrogation - Monday brief

After his inauguration on January 20, 2025, Donald Trump officially became president of the United States. Meanwhile, Ukraine's intelligence officers interrogated the North Korean soldiers about their transportation to Russian territory.

by: MSN

Trump mistakes Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc and repeats the threat of massive tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump has apparently confused Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, causing some head-scratching and jitters over possible tariffs in Madrid. Spain is not in BRICS,

by: MSN

Watch live: President Donald Trump and JD Vance attend prayers after presidential inauguration

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by: MSN

Scuffle erupts outside of DC jail housing Jan 6 inmates as families and pardon protesters gather

Scuffle erupts outside of DC jail housing Jan 6 inmates as families and pardon protesters gather - Donald Trump grants clemency to more than 1,500 Capitol rioters on first day in office as demonstrato

by: MSN

Donald Trump understands culture and politics is a 'two-way street'

Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer has lauded US President Donald Trump for announcing the US to only recognise two genders.

by: MSN

India's global image, economically and politically, on the rise: Rajan Bharti Mittal at Davos

Rajan Bharti Mittal, vice chairman of Bharti Enterprises, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos said, India's global image, both economically and politically, is on the rise, and the country cannot be ignored.

by: MSN

DWP benefit cuts expected within weeks, including PIP and Universal Credit

The Government is expected to lay out its plans to cut sickness and disability benefits by the spring, with the Treasury warning of 'difficult' spending decisions

by: MSN

Can opposites Trump and Starmer find common ground?

The prime minister and the new president of the United States are rather different characters.

by: MSN

'Witnessing history': Kentuckians reflect on Inauguration Day and the future of politics

Inauguration Day means different things to different people and different ages. Witnessing history is how 14-year-old Reed Elliotte describes being in Washington, D.C., on this Inauguration Day. "It means a lot because this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience actually getting to witness someone being sworn in as president of the United States,

by: MSN

'Censorship and propaganda in real time': Trump's alleged TikTok censorship seemingly hits right away

U.S. TikTok servers went down for roughly 12 hours over the weekend, starting on the night of January 18. American users are now reporting a spike in censorship of political commentary and criticism since the app has been back up and running in the States,

by: MSN

What is an executive order, and what orders did Trump sign on day 1?

Donald Trump has signed a flurry of executive actions just after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, marking the beginning of his second term. There are two types of executive actions: executive orders,

by: MSN

Ga., S.C. and Al. leaders share reactions as Trump takes office

Some of Georgia's, South Carolina's and Alabama's most high-profile lawmakers shared their reactions as President Donald Trump took the oath of office for his second term.

by: MSN

Colorado politicians at federal, state, and local levels react to Trump's executive actions

Colorado's elected leaders, at the federal, state and local levels are reacting to President Trump's executive actions.

by: MSN

Elon Musk's DOGE mandate is updating software and firing federal workers

One day in, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) looks like it will have a tough time living up to the expectations he and President Donald Trump outlined months ago.

by: MSN

How much will the salary of government employees of Delhi and Haryana increase due to the 8th Pay Commission, understand the complete math here

Government employees of both Delhi and Haryana are expected to get special benefits from this new pay commission. Talking about the present time, the government employees of Delhi get a basic pay of Rs 19,

by: MSN

Donald Trump Sworn In as 47th US President: A Look at His Age and Health

Donald Trump's inauguration completes his triumphant comeback after surviving two impeachment trials, a felony conviction, two assassination attempts and an indictment for attempting to overturn his 2020 election loss.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's 12 most divisive executive orders and election pledges

Donald Trump has wasted no time getting to work on implementing his controversial policies since being inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, signing a number of executive orders and retracting a number Joe Biden had signed off.

We are keeping trade and politics separate: Food adviser on rice import

Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder has said that import costs are relatively lower due to the proximity of neighboring countries such as India, Myanmar, and Pakistan. "Therefore, we welcome neighboring countries interested in exporting rice to us.
The article from TBS News discusses Bangladesh's approach to rice imports amidst global political tensions, particularly with India. Food Adviser to the Prime Minister, Waheed-uz-Zaman, emphasized that Bangladesh is keeping trade and politics separate, focusing on ensuring food security. He mentioned that despite the political situation, Bangladesh has been importing rice from India, with 100,000 tonnes already imported and plans for an additional 100,000 tonnes. This strategy aims to stabilize local rice prices and maintain supply, especially given the global market's volatility due to factors like the Russia-Ukraine war. The adviser also noted that while India has imposed restrictions on rice exports, these are not seen as politically motivated but rather as measures to manage domestic supply and prices. Furthermore, Bangladesh is exploring other sources like Vietnam and Thailand for rice imports to diversify its supply chain.

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