After Iran, China has a powerful new oil price weaponChina has emerged as the world's first oil "swing importer," significantly reducing its imports by a third to an eight-year low. This move,...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Straitjacket of Washington: Limits of US unilateralism are evident in consequences of its deal with IranUS actions are testing global limits. Iran deal, Indian sailor deaths, G7 summit divisions and tech export bans are among the top examples ...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Trump warns of renewed strikes on Iran if nuclear talks fail, says US could become ‘guardian of the Middle East’President Trump has warned Iran of renewed military action or a significant financial demand if a nuclear deal isn't reached. He asserted h...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
What is the G7 and what's on the agenda at the Evian-les-Bains summit?G7 leaders convene in France to tackle pressing global issues including the wars in Ukraine and Iran, and economic imbalances. Discussions ...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
Fragile Iran deal offers oil relief, but Hormuz risks remainA deal between the U.S. and Iran will reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, easing global energy supply concerns. However, unresolved disputes...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
Hormuz oil traffic rebounds as Gulf exporters find workarounds: ReportOil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing for non-Iranian producers. This surge occurs despite ongoing tensions between Was...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
Satellite images show suspected structure at disputed South China Sea atoll, but later goneSatellite images revealed a structure at Scarborough Shoal's entrance last week. Later images suggest it has disappeared. The Philippines i...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasionTaiwan is boosting its missile power to over 1,800 by 2029. This move aims to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade. The island is...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
Bigger proportion of non-Iran ships crossing Hormuz strait: DataThe proportion of vessels not linked to Iranian ownership that are transiting the key Strait of Hormuz has risen, according to data from ma...
28 May, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
Merchant ships desert Strait of Hormuz amid renewed US strikesCommercial shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz nearly came to a halt on Thursday as fears of renewed military escalation between ...
28 May, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
Commodity upcycle: Why copper and aluminium could explode in coming quarters. Should Indians invest?As the precious metals rally matures, market attention is shifting towards industrial commodities like copper and aluminium. Analysts belie...
28 May, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Hindalco, Nalco shares jump up to 5% after aluminium prices hit 4-year high. Where is metal headed?Hindalco and Nalco shares climbed as aluminium prices hit a four-year peak. Geopolitical tensions in Iran and possible production curbs in ...
27 May, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Oil Price Today (May 26): Crude oil nears $100 as US strikes southern Iran. What are experts saying?Oil prices saw a jump on Tuesday. This followed U.S. military strikes in southern Iran. Tensions remain high as a deal to end the conflict ...
26 May, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like VenezuelaThe U.S. is increasing pressure on Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island nation lacks a clear opposition leader or succession plan. Cuba's...
23 May, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Iran nimbler at rebuilding drones, missile capabilities than US expected: ReportUS intelligence indicates Iran is rapidly rebuilding its drone production capabilities, exceeding anticipated timelines. This swift reconst...
22 May, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz deadlock deepens? Drone strike at nuclear power plant in UAEInternational Atomic Energy Agency said emergency diesel generators were providing power to the plant's "unit 3", and called for "maximum m...
17 May, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Trump says Xi agrees Iran must open strait, but no sign China will weigh inPresident Donald Trump claims China's Xi Jinping agreed Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran effectively shut the vital waterway aft...
16 May, 2026, 08.36 PM IST