India-US trade talks gather pace as tariff clock ticksIndia and the US are pushing for an interim trade pact, with high-level talks led by Piyush Goyal and Jamieson Greer aiming for a deal befo...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.14 AM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Scholars are their country's treasure, and the richest ornaments of a...' - inspiring life lessons on knowledge, leadership, national prosperity and why education builds strong societiesChinese proverb of the day: This proverb underscores that true national wealth lies not just in material possessions but in educated minds....
23 Jun, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
Meet with Jamieson Greer today; Piyush Goyal says India seeking export edge in US trade dealGoyal said he would be "happy" if a deal is finalised before July 24, when Washington's temporary 10% tariff on trading partners is due to ...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
Iran war triggers global race to build oil reservesVulnerable nations, stung by the Iran war's economic fallout, are boosting oil and gas storage to weather future crises. This global push f...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
Critical minerals, strategic stakes: Inside India's bid to break China's supply chain strangleholdIndia and the US have inked a pact to secure critical mineral supplies, bolstering a broader Quad initiative aiming to invest $20 billion i...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, Murmu performs 'asanas' at JabalpurPrime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in celebrating the 12th International Day of Yoga at Kolkata's Red Road, emphasizing yoga's rol...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other eventsOn This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation befor...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
India to host key BRICS security conclave amid rising geopolitical tensions; Wang Yi, Shoigu to attendTop security officials from BRICS nations, including China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Russia's NSA Sergei Shoigu, are gathering in New ...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Abu Dhabi's MGX weighs multi-billion deal for data centre operator DayOneAbu Dhabi's AI investor, MGX, is reportedly exploring the acquisition of Singapore-based data centre operator DayOne, signaling a significa...
20 Jun, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
China's anti-desertification drive restores 10 million hectares in five years, targets 6.7 million more by 2030China has restored over 10 million hectares of desertified land and nearly 2 million hectares of rocky desertification during the 14th Five...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Today in History: On This Day, June 20, Queen Victoria ascends, Morse patents telegraph, Jaws premieres and shipwreck revealedOn This Day in History, June 20 saw Queen Victoria ascend the British throne, Samuel Morse receive a telegraph patent, Jaws redefine Hollyw...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
India to organise first BRICS MSME Forum in Agra on 19 JunePolicymakers and industry leaders from BRICS nations will gather to strengthen global MSME development and international cooperation. An ex...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Why the world is betting on China again, and what India must do about itChina's business environment prioritizes market share with strong government backing. The nation has shifted to high-quality, high-speed pr...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
OpenAI chief tells G7 to 'not cede responsibilities' to AI giantsAt the G7 summit, OpenAI's Sam Altman implored global leaders to take charge of artificial intelligence regulation. He champions the idea t...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.26 PM IST
India may take a leaf from China's book for oil poolIndia may adopt a China-like strategy for its oil reserves. Refiners could be required to hold significantly more crude oil. This move aims...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Nepal seeks reset with China as Foreign Minister Khanal holds wide-ranging talks in BeijingNepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal had a meeting with China's Wang Yi in Beijing. They talked about how the two countries get along, im...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
Nepal's foreign minister visits China after calling on regional rival IndiaNepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met China's top diplomat following a recent visit to India, presenting a challenge for Beijing's reg...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.46 AM IST