‘Major food crisis’ looms in coming months: S JaishankarS. Jaishankar highlighted the looming food crisis caused by fertiliser shortages from geopolitical tensions in Ukraine and the Gulf. He emp...
30 Sep, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
Saudi Arabia authorities shift schools in Riyadh to remote learning for weekSaudi Arabia has moved to remote learning for schools in Riyadh due to security concerns. This decision follows Yemen's Saudi-led coalition...
27 Sep, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Russia accuses Europe of seeking to thwart Ukraine talksRussia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Europe of obstructing peace negotiations related to the Ukraine conflict. He claimed that M...
26 Sep, 2026, 10.52 PM IST
US, Iran explore phased deal to reopen Hormuz, lift economic blockade: ReportNegotiators from the US and Iran are discussing a phased resolution to their ongoing conflict. This approach could involve Iran reopening t...
24 Sep, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
Saudi Arabia issues civil defence alerts for Mecca, Jeddah, Yanbu and Tabuk; flags 'potential danger'Saudi Arabia’s civil defence authorities on Thursday issued alerts warning of potential danger in Mecca, Jeddah, Yanbu and Tabuk, advising ...
24 Sep, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
US must pivot from tariffs to Quad partnership with India: Former US NSA John BoltonJohn Bolton expressed concerns over the new Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 legislation. He warned that expanded sanctions authorit...
24 Sep, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
A world in turmoil walks into the UN, looking for a way outWorld leaders gather amid escalating wars and economic uncertainty. The Middle East conflict has drawn in regional nations and closed a vit...
22 Sep, 2026, 11.34 AM IST
Iran's actions risk 'global economic instability', says G7; warns West Asia conflict may escalateThe G7 warned that Iran's actions risk further escalating the West Asia conflict, undermining international trade and creating global econo...
22 Sep, 2026, 08.22 AM IST
Global Market: European shares rise as oil slide boosts risk appetiteEuropean shares rose as technology stocks led gains and falling oil prices eased inflation concerns. The STOXX 600 advanced 0.56%, while in...
21 Sep, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
Hormuz shuttles keep oil flowing, but at a high costMiddle East oil producers are increasingly using ship-to-ship (STS) transfers off Oman to keep crude exports moving despite disruptions fro...
21 Sep, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
India needs multi-route energy strategy as West Asia tensions threaten supplies: ExpertsGrowing West Asian tensions expose India's energy supply vulnerabilities. Experts urge a multi-route strategy and diversified crude and gas...
19 Sep, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Crude Oil Above $100: Can Saudi Arabia’s export disruption trigger a new global energy shock?Crude oil has crossed $100 a barrel as Saudi Arabia faces disruptions to its alternative export route following attacks on the East-West Pi...
19 Sep, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, calls Red Sea escalation ‘totally unacceptable’India voiced deep concern regarding escalating Red Sea security and Houthi attacks on Saudi territory. The government condemned these strik...
18 Sep, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
Ready to fulfil obligations under Makkah defence pact: PakistanPakistan affirmed its commitment to the Makkah defence agreement with Turkiye and Saudi Arabia. The pact ensures collective deterrence agai...
17 Sep, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Iranian drones, missile target US-contracted vessel near Strait of Hormuz, crew injured: ReportA US-contracted vessel faced an Iranian drone and missile strike near the Strait of Hormuz. Minor crew injuries, including smoke inhalation...
17 Sep, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
India expresses concern over drone attack on Makkah, calls for West Asia peace and stabilityIndia voiced deep concern regarding a recent drone attack near Makkah. Saudi authorities intercepted and destroyed a drone sent by Houthi m...
16 Sep, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Pezeshkian's BRICS meetings deliver strong message to PakistanThe visible warmth between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pezeshkian on all three days of the summit, as well as the Iranian President's ...
14 Sep, 2026, 11.33 PM IST