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@Wasi-Wasi said in 📈 Trend Breakdown: The India-EU FTA: The “Trump Factor” is the leading semantic driver for this news. Analysts suggest that the trade deal isn’t just about money; it’s a defense mechanism. The big story in India right now is the finalization of the “Mother of All Deals”—the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union. After 18 years of stalled negotiations, the deal was clinched yesterday, January 27, 2026, signaling a massive shift in India’s global economic strategy. Here is the breakdown of the last 24 hours in Indian news. 🕒 The 24-Hour Timeline 24 Hours Ago: Prime Minister Modi and EU President Ursula von der Leyen held a joint summit in New Delhi. They officially announced the conclusion of the FTA negotiations, covering a market of 2 billion people and 25% of global GDP. 16 Hours Ago: Reports emerged that the deal was “accelerated” by geopolitical pressure. Both the EU and India are looking for alternatives to US trade as President Donald Trump has intensified his “America First” tariff policies (including 50% tariffs on certain Indian exports). 8 Hours Ago: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) welcomed the deal, highlighting massive gains for Indian textiles, leather, and gems. Meanwhile, the EU’s Legal Gateway Office opened in India to streamline worker and student mobility. Now: President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Budget Session of Parliament, praising the deal as a “blueprint for shared prosperity” while the market awaits the Union Budget rollout. 📈 Trend Breakdown: The India-EU FTA The “Trump Factor” is the leading semantic driver for this news. Analysts suggest that the trade deal isn’t just about money; it’s a defense mechanism. Factor Impact on India Tariff Relief 99% of Indian exports (Textiles, Pharma, Engineering) will eventually enter the EU duty-free. Luxury Goods India will gradually slash its 150% duty on European wines and 110% duty on luxury cars to as low as 10%. Geopolitics The deal reduces India’s dependence on the US and China, creating a “Third Pole” in global trade. Labor Mobility A specific pact was signed to make it easier for Indian IT professionals and students to work and study in the EU. 🇮🇳 Other Top Headlines Discussion (January 28, 2026) Domestic Protests: Protests are spreading in Delhi over new UGC Equity Regulations, with students and some political leaders calling the rules “non-inclusionary.” Climate Alert: The IMD has issued a Cold Wave and Fog Alert for North India, while IIT Guwahati mapped nearly 500 high-risk glacial lakes in the Himalayas to prevent flash floods. Sports: India took a 1-0 lead in the T20 series against Sri Lanka following a dominant opening performance.

@leotech1 said in The Incident: What Happened?: It is Sunday evening, January 25, 2026, and the city of Minneapolis is in a state of high tension following the fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by federal agents on Saturday morning. This is the second fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by federal immigration authorities in the city this month, following the death of Renée Good on January 7. The shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti has created a significant rift within the gun rights community, as local Minnesota groups grapple with a scenario involving a law-abiding carry permit holder and federal law enforcement. Here is a summary of the reactions from local Minnesota gun rights organizations: 1. Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus (MN GOC) The MN GOC is the state’s most prominent 2nd Amendment advocacy group. Their response has been one of deep concern and skepticism regarding the federal narrative. The Statement: Issued a formal press release on January 24, expressing that they are “deeply concerned” by the fatal shooting of Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse. The “Armed vs. Aggressor” Distinction: Bryan Strawser, Chairman of the Caucus, emphasized that “being armed is different from being armed in commission of obstructing federal law enforcement.” Demand for Investigation: The Caucus is calling for an immediate outside, independent investigation, noting that “critical facts remain unknown” and that state authorities (the BCA) have been blocked from the scene by federal agents. The “CCW Holder” Defense: They have highlighted that Pretti was a licensed carry holder with no significant criminal record, directly challenging DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s characterization of him as a “violent domestic terrorist.” 2. Minnesota Gun Owners Law Center As the legal arm of the GOC, this group is monitoring the case for potential civil rights violations. Legal Standing: They are looking into whether the use of lethal force was a violation of Pretti’s 2nd and 4th Amendment rights, particularly if video evidence confirms he was disarmed before the fatal shots were fired. Evidence Preservation: They have voiced support for the Hennepin County Attorney’s lawsuit to prevent DHS/CBP from destroying or removing evidence from the scene. 3. Internal Community “Clash” The shooting has triggered a debate within local “Law and Order” conservative circles in Minnesota: Argument A (Pro-Federal) Argument B (Constitutionalist/Local) Focuses on the “loaded 9mm Sig P320” and the claim that Pretti “violently resisted” agents. Focuses on Pretti’s status as a vetted nurse and the video showing he was disarmed before being shot. Supports the “Metro Surge” as necessary for public safety and immigration control. Views the surge as federal overreach that endangers local citizens, including legal gun owners. Echoes Trump’s Truth Social posts calling the protesters “insurrectionists.” Argues that if a legal gun owner can be killed while observing, no one is safe. 4. Local Action Points The “Eat Street” Memorial: Local gun owners and residents have established a growing memorial at 26th and Nicollet (Eat Street), which has become a site for both mourning and protest. National Guard Tension: While Governor Walz has activated the National Guard, their role is to “protect the rights of Minnesotans to assemble,” placing them in a potential tactical standoff with the federal CBP/ICE agents. “What we’ve seen is DHS and ICE shooting first, killing Americans, and not asking questions. There has to be an outside investigation.” — Rob Doar, Senior VP of the MN Gun Owners Caucus.