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BJP's New National Team Meets to Discuss 2027-2029 Election Strategy and Youth Outreach
BJP national president Nitin Nabin convened the first meeting of the party's newly appointed 65-member national team, focusing on organisational strategy, grassroots mobilisation, and preparations for the 2027 Assembly and 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The meeting included discussions on the 'Modi 25' campaign marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in public life and the launch of a dedicated Gen Z outreach programme featuring leaders like Smriti Irani and Vinod Tawde. The reshuffle introduces fresh faces and emphasises youth engagement, inclusivity, and coordination across party levels.
US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods as Trade Talks Collapse; Canada Vows Retaliation
The United States imposed 50 percent tariffs on approximately $20 billion worth of Canadian goods after trade negotiations between the two countries collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized last-minute changes to the US proposal as unfair and uneconomic, suspending talks and directing negotiators to return to Ottawa. Canada vowed to retaliate with matching tariffs starting September 8, targeting sectors including steel, dairy, and appliances. Both sides cited unresolved issues despite weeks of negotiations and a three-day extension to reach a deal.
Mitchell Starc and Shoriful Islam Take Six Wickets Each as Australia Lead Bangladesh in Second Test
In the second Test at Mackay, Mitchell Starc delivered a remarkable bowling performance, taking six wickets for 12 runs, including a five-wicket haul in just 22 balls, helping Australia bowl Bangladesh out for 64. Starc surpassed Dale Steyn to become the 10th highest wicket-taker in Test cricket and set a record with nine first-ball wickets. Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam also claimed six wickets, restricting Australia to 165 for eight by stumps, with Australia leading by 101 runs after a day featuring 18 wickets.