'Pakistani mediators compromised, favour Iran at expense of US': Defence analyst General Jack KeaneRetired US General Jack Keane criticized Pakistan and Qatar as compromised mediators in Iran diplomacy. He stated both nations favor Tehran...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
Factories faced weaker demand, higher costs in July as Iran war grinds onIn July, China's manufacturing activity experienced a decline attributed to dwindling demand alongside escalating costs. Meanwhile, the Eur...
03 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
How Iran is widening its pressure campaign to force US concessionsIran is pursuing a strategy of calibrated escalation to raise the economic and strategic costs for the US and its allies by threatening the...
03 Aug, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
Iran war ushers in oil refining golden era. It won't lastWar-driven supply disruptions have turned oil refining into Big Oil's biggest profit engine, but Reuters columnist Ron Bousso says the wind...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
OPEC+ tipped to raise oil output as Middle East war disrupts suppliesOPEC+ members are expected to increase oil production quotas for September. This move follows several months of similar production adjustme...
02 Aug, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
Charting the Global Economy: Central banks hold the lineGlobal central banks maintained interest rates this week due to rising energy costs. The Federal Reserve and Bank of England saw some offic...
02 Aug, 2026, 06.03 AM IST
16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, killed in Middle East conflict: GovtSixteen Indian nationals, including ten seafarers, have died in the Middle East conflict this year. Seventy-five Indians sustained injuries...
31 Jul, 2026, 08.26 AM IST
Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influenceGulf Arab states are seeking China's economic influence over Iran to secure vital shipping lanes. They are frustrated with Washington's per...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Reliance ramps up diesel exports to Europe, Brazil in July, sources sayReliance Industries sharply increased diesel exports to Europe and Brazil in July as global fuel markets tightened following the US-Iran co...
30 Jul, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Gold edges higher as markets weigh Warsh's inflation message after Fed decisionGold prices saw a slight increase as markets evaluated Federal Reserve comments. The central bank maintained interest rates, leaving future...
30 Jul, 2026, 07.16 AM IST
Oil prices slip as tankers continue to ply Middle East conflict zonesOil prices saw a decline as tankers continued to move out of the Middle East. Escalating tensions and expanded conflict fronts are impactin...
30 Jul, 2026, 07.12 AM IST
Discounts narrow on Russian Urals crude in IndiaDiscounts on Russian Urals crude oil delivered to India have dropped significantly this week. Stronger demand from Indian refiners is linke...
30 Jul, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Ukraine says wants to avoid 'escalation' with IranUkraine and Iran's foreign ministers spoke by phone on Tuesday regarding an attack. Kyiv stated its goal is to avoid unnecessary escalation...
29 Jul, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks set for August 4-6 in RomeThe US State Department confirmed Monday that the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon will be held in Rome on August 4 through 6...
28 Jul, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
LVMH sales rise as US luxury demand offsets Europe slowdown, Iran War impactLuxury giant LVMH saw quarterly sales increase, boosted by strong United States demand. This growth helped offset weaker spending in Europe...
27 Jul, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
RBI to hold rates through 2026 as growth risks outweigh inflation: Poll of economistsEconomists predict the Reserve Bank of India will maintain its key interest rate at 5.25% through year-end. This decision comes as the cent...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Dollar rides yield surge as Middle East and trade wars raise inflation stakesThe dollar strengthened against major currencies on Friday. Rising oil prices and new trade tariffs fueled inflation concerns globally. U.S...
24 Jul, 2026, 07.03 AM IST