Trump takes aim at Musk over EV subsidies, suggests Tesla would collapse without govt support
Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on Tesla CEO Elon Musk, alleging that Musk’s businesses would not survive without federal subsidies. Trump suggested that Musk would "probably have to close up shop and head back home to South Africa" if government support was withdrawn.
Sharing a statement on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump reiterated his opposition to the electric vehicle (EV) mandate, calling it “ridiculous.” He said that while electric cars are acceptable, Americans should not be forced to buy them. He also called on the Department of Government Efficiency to scrutinise subsidies granted to Musk.
"Elon Musk knew, long before he so strongly endorsed me for President, that I was strongly against the EV Mandate… Electric cars are fine, but not everyone should be forced to own one," Trump wrote.
He further alleged that Musk may have received “more subsidies than any human being in history” and that removing such support could result in the end of Tesla’s operations, SpaceX launches, and satellite projects.
The remarks come in response to Musk’s recent criticism of Trump's "big, beautiful bill," which he said worsens the national debt. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Musk labelled the bill as evidence of a “one-party country” and called for the formation of a new political party. Referring to the debt ceiling hike, he called the Republican Party the “Porky Pig Party” and said the legislation was “political suicide” for the GOP.
Musk and Trump have had a tense relationship in recent years. Musk previously left the Trump administration and later called for Trump’s impeachment, citing alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein’s case files.
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Passing out parade held at IMA Dehradun, 491 young officers join Indian Army
Dehradun(PTI): After undergoing rigorous training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun, 491 cadets participated in a grand Passing Out Parade on Saturday and will now be commissioned as officers in the Indian Army.
The spectacular parade, held at the historic Drill Square in front of the academy's Chatwood Building, was reviewed by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, who served as the reviewing officer.
Along with 491 Indian cadets, 34 foreign cadets from 14 friendly countries also participated in the Autumn Term 2025 Passing Out Parade.
A total of 525 officer cadets from the 157th Regular Course, 46th Technical Entry Scheme, 140th Technical Graduate Course, 55th Special Commissioned Officers Course, and Territorial Army Online Entrance Exam 2023 Course participated in the Passing Out Parade.
The 'Sword of Honour' and gold medal for securing first place during training was awarded to ACA Nishkal Dwivedi, the silver medal to BUO Badal Yadav for second place, and the bronze medal to SUO Kamaljeet Singh for third place.
The silver medal for securing first place in the 'Technical Graduate Course' was awarded to Officer Cadet Jadhav Sujit Sampat, and the silver medal for first place in the 'Technical Entry Scheme-46' was awarded to WCC Abhinav Mehrotra.
The silver medal for the 'Special Commission Officer Course' was given to Officer Cadet Sunil Kumar Chhetri.
Among the foreign cadets, the first place in merit was secured by JUO Mohammad Safin Ashraf from Bangladesh. The Army Chief's Banner for overall best performance in the Autumn Term was awarded to Imphal Company.
As the parade concluded, helicopters showered flowers on the newly commissioned officers from the sky.
On this occasion, General Dwivedi congratulated the new officers in his address for successfully completing their training. He praised the young officers for their high level of discipline, leadership qualities, and endurance, and urged them to uphold the glorious traditions of the Indian Army and serve the nation with loyalty, commitment, and honour.
General Dwivedi said that joining the army marks the beginning of a lifelong duty and selfless service.
The parents and guardians of the newly commissioned officers were also present during the passing out parade.
