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The Indian rupee is hovering near record lows despite a weakening US dollar. Foreign outflows, higher US tariffs, visa fee hikes, and persistent trade concerns have fuelled the decline. The RBI’s interventions have limited volatility,

The U.S. Treasury Department has taken the next step toward introducing a 2026 commemorative $1 coin featuring a young version of Apple founder Steve Jobs.

But for most of its 16-year history, the BRICS has not positioned itself in opposition to the United States and its allies. Several BRICS members have even been close U.S. partners. Washington has built a strong trade relationship with Brazil,