Trump’s Iran war bill hits $45.1 billion and countingThe Pentagon estimates the US conflict with Iran has cost $45.1 billion. This figure surpasses earlier Congressional Budget Office projecti...
20 Sep, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Iran sets 7 conditions for talks with US through Qatar, warns of "decisive war" if Trump rejects demandsIran has conveyed seven conditions to the United States through Qatar for beginning negotiations to end the ongoing war, including ending h...
20 Sep, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for thatChina's vast oil reserves and reduced imports helped stabilize global prices. This strategy mitigated the impact of the ongoing conflict in...
19 Sep, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
IEA chief says electrification remains the way forward despite AI investment jittersAccording to the chief of the IEA, global electrification is hindered by issues related to grid capacity and affordability. The goal for 35...
17 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
Asian Games chief defends 'functional' rooms after backlashAccommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is "functional" and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntle...
17 Sep, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
LNG gets too hot for Asia at $26, but India keeps buyingAsian LNG demand is projected to decrease this year, with Northeast Asia seeing the largest drop. India and Bangladesh continue to secure s...
17 Sep, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Asia cuts LNG buying, but $26 gas sends Europe shoppingAsia's liquefied natural gas imports are experiencing an eight-year low this September. High spot prices are causing buyers in China and So...
17 Sep, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
Trump says 'hopefully we are towards end' of Iran warUS President Donald Trump said he hoped the war against Iran was nearing an end and reiterated that Tehran “want[s] to make a deal.” Separa...
17 Sep, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Iranian strikes damaged 3 US bases in Gulf: ReportImages show extensive damage to American military assets in the Middle East. Iranian strikes destroyed hundreds of buildings and structures...
17 Sep, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
How the great gas crisis of 2030 will play outA speculative scenario set in October 2030 imagines a third global natural gas crisis in eight years, as faltering US shale output, extreme...
16 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
US touts its power, avoids Iran war at G20 Energy meetingUnited States energy ministers met in Houston, promoting domestic production and energy independence. Washington's policies aim to reverse ...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Operation Epic Fury: IG report reveals $33B war costs, loss of multiple F-15E Strike Eagles, and diplomatic strainMonths of bombing and missile attacks on Iran are yet to yield any substantive gains to the US. While President Donald Trump has on several...
15 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
India, China to see LNG demand rebound once Middle East supply crunch eases, executives say at Gastech conferenceAsian LNG demand from India and China is expected to recover soon. This rebound hinges on easing Middle East supply disruptions and falling...
15 Sep, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
Middle East tensions: Travel plans face fresh risks as Iran conflict persistsInternational SOS urged travelers to monitor Middle East developments closely. Saudi oil infrastructure was targeted, and Houthis seized Re...
12 Sep, 2026, 08.31 PM IST
Gulf states weigh rare meeting with Iran next week on HormuzGulf states are considering a meeting with Iranian officials next week. Oman aims to convene foreign ministers to discuss the Strait of Hor...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
As Saudi tensions with Iran-backed Houthis escalate, mediator Pakistan faces pressure to choose a sidePakistan faces a difficult balancing act between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Recent fighting in Yemen is testing its dual role as defense partne...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Qatar sends empty LNG ships back toward Gulf amid signs exports could resumeSeveral LNG tankers associated with Qatar are currently en route to the Persian Gulf, hinting at a potential restart of shipments through t...
07 Sep, 2026, 03.44 PM IST