## Trump Triumphant, India in Political Turmoil: A Week of Global Headlines
The world watched as Donald Trump secured a decisive victory in the 2024 US elections, marking a significant shift in American politics. The Republican Party swept to power, flipping two Democratic seats in West Virginia and Ohio to gain control of the Senate. Trump’s campaign focused on revitalizing the economy, strengthening national security, and implementing law enforcement reforms, a strategy that resonated with voters. Prime Minister Modi extended his congratulations to Trump on his “spectacular victory,” expressing optimism about future collaboration between the two nations.
Meanwhile, India found itself engulfed in a wave of political turmoil. The IT department launched a probe into Truecaller for alleged transfer pricing violations, while Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused a senior minister of pressuring businesses to promote Prime Minister Modi’s initiatives on social media. In a separate development, a 23-year-old man was arrested in Pune for his alleged involvement in the Baba Siddique assassination plot.
The unrest extended to Jammu and Kashmir, where BJP MLAs were forcibly removed from the Assembly during a protest demanding the reinstatement of Article 370. BJP leader Sunil Sharma threatened to establish a parallel government if the Speaker and the Congress-NC government didn’t address their concerns. The Union Coal Ministry also revoked JSW Steel’s allocation of a Chhattisgarh coal block due to the company’s failure to meet the guarantee payment of ₹ 1,000 crore.
International News
Beyond the US and India, the international stage saw a series of troubling developments. In Canada, Hindu devotees faced an alleged attack by Khalistani separatists in Brampton, prompting India to condemn the violence and call for the protection of religious sites. The incident highlighted the growing concerns about the activities of separatist groups operating outside India.
Other Notable Events
The week saw a tragic death in the Indian entertainment industry with the passing of TV actor Nitin Chauhaan at the age of 35. The world of education mourned the loss of renowned educationist Dinanath Batra, known for his efforts to integrate Indian culture into the education system. Batra passed away at the age of 84.
The news cycle was further punctuated by several bizarre incidents. In Himachal Pradesh, a ‘samosa’ incident sparked a political controversy, while Shah Rukh Khan received a death threat, with the individual claiming the phone used to send the threat was stolen. Despite these peculiar events, the week’s news was dominated by the political drama unfolding in the US and India, leaving the world to ponder the implications of these unfolding events for the future.
