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The Strait of Hormuz's future is unsettled even as more ships venture throughShip traffic is slowly resuming in the Strait of Hormuz following an interim deal between Iran and the U.S., but lingering questions about ...23 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST- Iran-Israel conflict puts UAE, Saudi Arabia's foreign workers under strainA protracted conflict in the Gulf is jeopardizing billions in remittances, vital for families across Asia and Africa. Migrant workers, like...22 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
- Markets on edge as US-Iran ceasefire deal leaves investors rattled by uncertainty: Seth R. FreemanDespite a US-Iran ceasefire framework, markets remain volatile due to unresolved issues like Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormu...22 Jun, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
- As China gorges on homegrown foie gras, France faces a new rivalChina is rapidly emerging as a global powerhouse in foie gras production, with farmers like Li Fengshan driving massive output increases. C...21 Jun, 2026, 06.34 AM IST
- Iran shuts the doors to Strait of Hormuz; alleges US, Israeli violations of ceasefire MOUIran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, citing alleged violations of a recent Middle East war ceasefire by the US and Israel. This m...20 Jun, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
- Congress wonders as the Iran war draws to a close: Was it worth it?Congress grapples with the aftermath of President Trump's Iran conflict, questioning its worth amidst lives lost and billions spent. While ...20 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
- Ceasefire hopes between US and Iran drag oil prices lower: What lies ahead?The recent decline in oil prices is primarily driven by fading fears of supply disruptions. Earlier, markets had priced in worst-case scena...20 Jun, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
- Strait of Hormuz to be closed again? What is happening with strait that carries nearly a fifth of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas suppliesStrait of Hormuz carried nearly a fifth of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas supplies before it was blockaded by Iran during the w...20 Jun, 2026, 06.34 AM IST
- Yen nears 40-year low, dollar gains as peace talks in doubtThe US dollar is flexing its muscles against the Japanese yen, much to the attention of market traders. The potential for a US-Iran peace a...19 Jun, 2026, 01.44 PM IST
- US-Iran peace talks in Geneva called off, clouding prospects for lasting truceTalks between the US and Iran to end the Middle East conflict have been postponed. Vice President JD Vance has cancelled his trip to Geneva...19 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
- Global Markets: Central banks stay vigilant despite oil price relief after US-Iran truceGlobal central banks remain cautious despite easing oil prices following the US-Iran truce. While lower energy costs ease inflation fears, ...19 Jun, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
- US faces tough path to new Iran nuclear dealAmerica begins tough talks with Iran. A recent US-Israeli military strike failed to weaken the Islamic Republic. President Trump seeks a ne...19 Jun, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
- Thailand revives $30 billion coast-to-coast corridor to rival Malacca StraitThailand plans a massive "Land Bridge" to connect the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. This project aims to offer a new shipping route...18 Jun, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
- Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw eyes crown of world’s top insulin supplier for BioconIndian drugmaker Biocon aims to be the world's top insulin supplier within five years, capitalising on growing demand as major pharmaceutic...16 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
- Is the Iran war just an energy shock - or a turning point?A potential U.S.-Iran peace deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could signal a watershed moment for global energy markets, moving beyond a ...16 Jun, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
- Shriram Properties inks joint development pact for 9.1-acre land in BengaluruShriram Properties has signed a joint development agreement for a significant land parcel in Bengaluru. The company plans to develop a larg...15 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
- Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh says 11,000 violence-hit families resettled with Centre’s helpManipur has resettled 11,000 families affected by violence. Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh shared this progress at a NITI Aayog meet...11 Jun, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
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