Parliament Watch: India-US BTA push, EPFO relief, highway slowdown among key updatesA parliamentary panel has recommended the swift conclusion of the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement, emphasizing the need for safeguards a...
07 Aug, 2026, 01.21 AM IST
Parl panel for early conclusion of India-US trade pact, tariff exemptions on key goodsThe panel suggested the commerce department prepare a time-bound roadmap to achieve the objectives of the Mission 500 initiative by promoti...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as WednesdayPresident Trump indicated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could happen soon. Hopes for a deal eased oil prices as shipping hopes incr...
06 Aug, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Iran and the US say a Strait of Hormuz deal is close, but one or both would have to back downIran and Oman are finalizing an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. This potential deal could reopen the vital waterway and ease glo...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.14 AM IST
China US trade restrictions explained: Why drones have become the latest battlegroundChina now requires government approval for drone exports to the United States. This move escalates the technology competition between the t...
05 Aug, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, sources sayA proposed Iran-Oman deal would grant Tehran control over ships entering the Strait of Hormuz. Important details remain to be agreed upon r...
05 Aug, 2026, 10.38 PM IST
China announces countermeasures against Washington, including controls on drones exports to the USChina has announced a fresh set of economic countermeasures against the US, including export controls on drones and sanctions on six Americ...
05 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Oil steadies after two-day slump as investors eye Hormuz trafficOil prices experienced a slight stabilization as market participants keenly observed developments regarding the U.S.-Iran conflict. Recent ...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
D-Street poised for positive start as GIFT Nifty signals gainsDomestic markets saw profit booking after recent gains, with the Nifty declining slightly. Indian equities are expected to see a gradual up...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.07 AM IST
US Iran war: Qatar says mediators make progress; Indian ship sinks in the Middle EastMediators report progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, which has driven oil prices lower. Qatar's Emir discussed de-escalation effort...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
US Treasury yields fall as oil retreats on Iran deal hopes, Fed hike bets easeOn Tuesday, US Treasury yields saw a decline following a sharp drop in oil prices. As optimism regarding a resolution to the Iran conflict ...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.57 AM IST
Piyush Goyal likely to visit US for G20 trade meet amid BTA talksCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal will likely visit the US for the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting. He is expected to hold bilateral meetings wit...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
Iran, Oman near Hormuz reopening deal as talks advanceIran and Oman are making progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This potential agreement involves shared control and service fe...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
India, US working towards interim trade agreement: MEAIndia and the United States are actively pursuing an interim trade agreement. Both nations have completed substantial work on the proposed ...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.41 PM IST
Oil ticks up after selloff as talks to end US-Iran war remain uncertainOil prices saw a slight rebound on Tuesday after earlier declines. Concerns over Middle Eastern supply remain high due to U.S.-Iran tension...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.12 AM IST
Stopped India, Pakistan war with tariff threats, claims Trump againPresident Trump proclaimed that tariffs played a crucial role in bringing an end to last year’s conflict between India and Pakistan. He sug...
31 Jul, 2026, 11.17 PM 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