‘Trade conflicts have no winners’: China hits back at US; defends rare earths restrictions

China has retorted to US President Trump’s threat of halting cooking oil imports, stating trade conflicts benefit no one. This follows Beijing’s suspension of US soybean purchases, which Trump called an “economically hostile act.” The US was China’s largest customer for used cooking oil last year, highlighting the significant trade ties at stake amidst escalating…

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Donald Trump tariffs hit Indian restaurants in New York – here’s what’s causing misery

New York’s popular Indian restaurants are feeling the pinch from increased import costs following US tariff hikes. Essential ingredients like spices, rice, and pulses have seen significant price surges, impacting profit margins. Restaurateurs are struggling to balance rising expenses with customer price sensitivity, leading to difficult decisions about menu pricing and sourcing.

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Illicit liquor seized in Koderma, one held

Police in Koderma seized 233 bottles of illicit liquor, including IMFL and beer, from Tham village. One individual, Amit Kumar, was arrested after a raid uncovered 104 bottles at his residence. The second suspect, Mahesh Rajak, escaped but 129 bottles were confiscated from his home. A case has been registered, and efforts are ongoing to…

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