China’s factories cap best quarter since 2020, survey showsThis "two-speed" activity sees booming tech sectors contrasting with traditional exporters struggling due to weakening global demand. The p...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Iran rejects US-led Gulf security summit, says Hormuz is under its commandIran has sharply criticized a US-led security summit in Bahrain, asserting that the Strait of Hormuz falls under Tehran's command, not Amer...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
Tel Aviv should build broader alliance from India to US via West Asia: Top Israeli defence officialIsrael's top defence official proposed a new regional security architecture, advocating for a broad alliance from India to the US, encompas...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Sri Lanka reduces fuel prices after Middle East ceasefireSri Lanka on Tuesday cut fuel prices by up to six percent, the first such move since the Middle East war triggered a surge in energy prices...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
Hormuz oil shock echoes 1973 embargo lessonsThe recent Strait of Hormuz closure, though brief, signals a potential turning point for global energy. Echoing the 1973 oil embargo, this ...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
'Pragmatists' vs 'hardliners': Is Iran split over US deal?Despite internal divisions and opposition, analysts believe Iran's factional splits won't derail ongoing talks with the US. While hardliner...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
'I suggest you focus on yours': Meloni hits back at Trump's 'senseless' G7 accusationsPresident Donald Trump has publicly criticized Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, alleging she repeatedly sought a photo with him at th...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Italian FM cancels US visit over reported Trump commentsItaly's Foreign Minister has cancelled a US visit following President Trump's reported mocking comments about Prime Minister Meloni. Meloni...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
US quietly allows waiver on Russian oil to expireAmerica's Treasury has not extended sanctions waivers on Russian oil. This waiver expired at midnight. President Trump has not confirmed if...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
India-EU free trade deal to be inked by year-end: Ursula von der LeyenIndia and the European Union are set to sign a major free trade agreement by year-end. This follows talks between Prime Minister Narendra M...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
PM Modi interacts with world leaders during G7 SummitPrime Minister Narendra Modi attended the G7 Summit in France. Leaders from Italy, the European Union, and Kenya were present. The G7 natio...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
South Korea president urges Trump to help make peace with NorthSouth Korea's President Lee Jae Myung has asked US President Donald Trump to lead efforts for peace with North Korea. This comes as the US ...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts ASEAN leaders amid G7 pressure on Ukraine warPresident Vladimir Putin hosts a summit of Southeast Asian leaders in the central Russian city of Kazan from Wednesday, as the West pressur...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Modi, Trump meet at G7 summit in France after 16 months; bilateral talks due WednesdayPrime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met at the G7 Summit in France. This was their first in-person meeting in over 1...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
G7 leaders open summit talks on Ukraine and the Middle East as Zelenskyy joins in FranceLeaders at the G7 summit face a packed agenda. Discussions will focus on ending Russia's war in Ukraine and addressing the Middle East cris...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
White House says Trump to meet PM Modi in France; no word from Indian side yetPresident Trump and Prime Minister Modi are set to meet in France. This meeting comes as US forces have attacked merchant ships carrying In...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
Geopolitical crises, economic cooperation, artificial intelligence to be key focus areas of G7 meet in France: SourcesThe 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France, will focus on geopolitical crises, economic cooperation, AI, and developmental partnerships. Discussio...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST