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Trump Won’t Pull US Troops From Poland, President Duda Says
- Donald Trump is not considering reducing US military presence in NATO-ally Poland, Polish President Andrzej Duda said after the two leaders held talks in Washington DC.
- The White House is pursuing both a deal with Ukraine to ensure access to the country’s minerals and a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- Poland has ramped up its military spending to more than 4% of gross domestic product, the most among Washington’s allies in Europe.
- Duda said Trump's plan was to "push forward negotiations, because there's no other way to end the war" in Ukraine.
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China Urges US To Stop Weaponising Economic And Trade Affairs
- China urges the US to stop politicising and weaponising economic and trade issues.
- The Chinese Commerce Ministry expresses concerns over the US strengthening reviews of business ties with China on security grounds.
- China closely monitors US actions and will take necessary measures to safeguard its own interests.
- Beijing urges Washington to respect facts and multilateral rules and to stop its wrongdoings.
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Altcoin Season 2025: 5 Hidden Gems Ready to Explode 10,000%!
- Five hidden gems in the crypto market for 2025 are poised for significant gains, potentially increasing by 10,000%.
- DOGEN, a meme token, saw a 566% surge since its listing and is expected to reach $0.004+ soon.
- DOGEN's current valuation is $28 million with potential to rise to $40 million, indicating a positive breakout.
- Community interest in DOGEN is growing, with expectations of it becoming a leading memecoin on Solana.
- HBAR (Hedera Hashgraph) offers efficient network technology with low transaction fees and high performance.
- AIOZ Network supports AI, storage, and streaming on Web3 with decentralized infrastructure and rewards for user contributions.
- Jupiter (JUP) on Solana is a notable DeFi platform offering fast transactions and a decentralised stablecoin.
- OM: MANTRA is a security-focused blockchain with compliance features, offering scalability and security for institutional use.
- DOGEN stands out among the hidden gems, displaying potential for significant growth and exclusive benefits for early adopters.
- For more information, DOGEN can be explored on their site, Twitter, and Telegram channels.
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Top Crypto Coins with High Growth Potential—5 Explosive Picks for 2025 You Can’t Ignore
- Investors are seeking top crypto coins with high growth potential for 2025 amidst the expanding crypto market.
- Qubetics ($TICS) is innovating cross-border transactions with blockchain technology, aiming to revolutionize global settlements.
- Other prominent projects include Avalanche, Polkadot, NEAR Protocol, and XRP, each addressing key blockchain challenges.
- Qubetics offers faster, cost-efficient global payments, attracting attention with its interoperable blockchain ecosystem.
- Avalanche excels in transaction speed, Polkadot focuses on cross-chain interoperability, and NEAR Protocol enhances blockchain usability.
- XRP remains a preferred choice for cross-border payments despite regulatory hurdles, backed by strong institutional partnerships.
- Qubetics presale presents a significant opportunity for investors with potential ROIs of 1138.69% and forecasted price surges in 2025.
- The crypto market landscape suggests these projects could dominate in 2025, offering substantial growth potential for investors.
- Joining the Qubetics presale before price increases could be advantageous for those seeking to capitalize on the projected market growth.
- Projects like Qubetics, Avalanche, Polkadot, NEAR Protocol, and XRP are positioned for significant gains as crypto adoption accelerates in 2025.
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Lightchain AI vs COLD- Analysts Explore Potential for 1000X Gains in 2025
- Analysts are comparing Lightchain AI and COLD to determine their potential for 1000X gains in 2025.
- Lightchain AI draws massive investor interest with its blockchain and AI integration, while COLD is gaining traction in niche sectors.
- Lightchain AI's Presale has raised over $15.6 million, positioning it for long-term growth potential.
- Investing in Lightchain AI offers the opportunity to be part of the AI-powered blockchain revolution and potentially achieve 1000X gains by 2025.
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Trump again attacks USAID, claims $18 mn given to India to help with elections
- US President Donald Trump has claimed that the Biden administration allocated $18 million in funding to India to help with its elections.
- During his speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Trump criticized the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for giving $21 million in funding to India for "voter turnout".
- Trump accused India of taking advantage of the US and highlighted India's high tariffs.
- India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed concern over the claims made by the Trump administration and stated that the government is investigating the matter.
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How UK and EU could find more money for defence without spooking the markets
- Rachel Reeves, constrained by fiscal rules, may need to make budget cuts alongside increased defence spending in the UK.
- A crisis in major European countries could provide an opportunity to suspend budget rules for boosting economic growth through higher defence funding.
- Ed Balls suggests allowing extra borrowing for defence spending outside fiscal rules to avoid immense tax hikes or public spending cuts.
- The idea of implementing a defence and security levy as a form of tax increase is being considered by the UK government to support the defence budget.
- The EU may consider breaching stability and growth pact rules to enable higher borrowing for defence investments, drawing parallels from actions taken during the pandemic.
- Proposals for the EU to introduce defence bonds have gained traction among member states, with France, Estonia, Italy, Spain, and Poland showing interest.
- Europe is urged to access frozen Russian assets to procure arms for supporting Ukraine, potentially through a significant arms procurement program.
- The debt brake in Germany limits annual budget deficit, but discussions on potentially exempting defence spending may arise after the formation of a new coalition government.
- Friedrich Merz, expected to lead in Germany, emphasizes the need to restructure the budget before considering reforms to increase defence spending.
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FPIs withdraw ₹23,710 cr from equities in Feb; total outflow at ₹1 lakh cr in 2025
- Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn ₹23,710 crore from Indian equities in February, adding to the total outflow of ₹1 lakh crore in 2025 so far.
- The Nifty has yielded negative returns of 4% year-to-date due to massive selling by FPIs.
- The withdrawal is attributed to concerns over potential global trade war and lackluster corporate earnings in India, as well as increasing attractiveness of Chinese stocks.
- FPIs have also pulled out money from the debt market, indicating a cautious approach by foreign investors.
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Bloomberg Quint
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Dollar Reprieve Brings Global Funds Back To Emerging-Asia Stocks
- Investors are showing increased interest in Asian emerging-market stocks as the dollar rally pauses and Trump's tariff threats appear less severe than feared.
- Money managers bought over $700 million of shares in Asian developing nations outside China, ending seven weeks of outflows.
- The MSCI index of regional equities excluding China saw a 1.8% return last week, suggesting a possible positive shift for the region's stocks.
- Asian emerging-market stocks, while having rebounded, still trade at relatively attractive valuations compared to the S&P 500 Index.
- The weakening dollar and potential rate cuts create a more favorable global environment for Asian economies heavily reliant on imports.
- Trade tensions are seen moderating, benefiting Asian economies, with signs that the period of dollar strength may be waning.
- Export-driven economies like South Korea have seen gains amid eased tariff fears and the launch of AI products boosting tech firms in Asia.
- The prospect of further tariffs from Trump remains a concern, but for now, investors are drawn to emerging-Asian stocks for their growth potential.
- Some fund managers have added exposure to ASEAN markets like Indonesia and the Philippines, seeing value in their growth and earnings potential.
- Despite lingering uncertainties, the current trend suggests a renewed interest in emerging-Asian equities driven by various positive factors.
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HinduBusinessLine
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Markets to track global cues, FII trading activity, news flow on tariffs this week: Analysts
- Equity markets to track global cues, FII trading activity, and news flow on tariffs this week.
- Nifty to remain in consolidation mode, closely monitoring global market cues, US trade policy, and geopolitical developments.
- Movement of Brent crude and rupee-dollar trend to dictate market trends.
- Investors remain cautious, awaiting an improvement in corporate earnings and a conducive environment with easy global liquidity and stabilised currency.
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LCC Projects files draft papers with Sebi, to raise funds via IPO
- Ahmedabad-based LCC Projects has filed preliminary papers with Sebi for an initial public offering (IPO).
- The IPO consists of a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹320 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) component of 8.43% stake by the promoters.
- LCC Projects may raise ₹64 crore through pre-IPO placement, with the net proceeds from the fresh issue intended for debt repayment, equipment purchase, and general corporate purposes.
- The company, a multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm, has an order book of ₹7,347.42 crore as of September 2024.
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India vs Pakistan Live Streaming: How To Watch IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 Match On TV And Online?
- India and Pakistan are set to face off in the ICC Champions Trophy, with India favored due to their settled form compared to Pakistan's recent struggles.
- India recently won against Bangladesh, while Pakistan suffered a loss to New Zealand.
- The match will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
- Rohit Sharma's form is improving, while Virat Kohli faces scrutiny for his performances.
- Pakistan's Babar Azam's slow innings and Fakhar Zaman's injury are concerns for their team.
- Both teams are gearing up for a crucial face-off, aiming for victory in the tournament.
- India vs. Pakistan match telecast channels include Star Sports and Sports 18-1.
- The match will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website.
- Probable playing XIs include Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli for India, and Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam for Pakistan.
- The teams are focused on specific strategies, with India eyeing a score of 300-325 as ideal.
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Budget for FY26 to be tabled in Andhra assembly session commencing on February 24
- Andhra Pradesh state budget for the fiscal 2025-26 is to be tabled in the Assembly during its session that will commence on February 24.
- The budget is expected to be tabled on Friday, February 28.
- Finance Minister P Keshav is expected to present the budget for the full financial year.
- Party chief and former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is likely to attend the first day of the assembly session along with their party MLAs.
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India's coal imports flat at 201 MT in Apr-Dec period
- India's coal imports remained flat at 201.30 million tonnes (MT) in the April-December period of the ongoing financial year.
- Coal import in December declined to 19.28 MT over 23.35 MT in the corresponding month of the previous fiscal year.
- During April-December 2024, non-coking coal imports were at 128.85 MT, lower than 133.46 MT imported during the same period in the previous year.
- The cumulative domestic coal production in the April-December period of the current fiscal year reached 726.29 MT (provisional) compared to 684.45 MT during the corresponding period of 2023-24, registering a rise of 6.11 per cent.
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Pope Francis in critical condition after long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow
- Pope Francis is in critical condition after a prolonged respiratory crisis and lung infection, receiving high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions for low platelet counts.
- Doctors are concerned about potential sepsis, a severe blood infection, but as of now, there is no evidence of it.
- The Vatican mentioned Francis suffering from an asthmatic respiratory crisis, which required high-flow oxygen.
- Speculation about his resignation arose, but Vatican officials dismissed rumors and emphasized his health and recovery.
- President Donald Trump has been briefed on the pope's condition, and the White House is praying for his recovery.
- Deacons gathered at the Vatican for a special Holy Year weekend, with Francis missing celebrations due to illness.
- Amid illness, Francis skipped his traditional Sunday blessing for the second consecutive weekend.
- Despite his absence, deacons expressed support and prayers for Francis' recovery during the Jubilee celebration.
- The 88-year-old pope remains conscious, alert, and working while receiving treatment at Gemelli hospital.
- Officials, including the Vatican secretary of state, urged focus on Francis' health rather than rumors about his potential resignation.
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