Akhilesh Yadav Condemns UP Flood Response, Trump Targets India with Trade Tariffs

In a sharp rebuke of the Bharatiya Janata Party's handling of the flood situation in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has blamed the state government for its alleged neglect. Speaking to the press, Yadav claimed the government's apathy is leading to unnecessary loss of life in flood-stricken areas.

Acknowledging the heavy downpours that have submerged 21 districts of Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had announced financial recompense for affected families. However, Yadav argues the compensation is insufficient against the widespread devastation and criticized the government's crisis response strategy.

Meanwhile, escalating tensions on the international front, former US President Donald Trump has threatened to significantly raise tariffs on Indian imports. At heart of the issue is India's purchase of Russian oil, which Trump alleges is indirectly fueling conflict. The impending tariff hike poses a risk to the economic exchange between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)