Iran says support for new sanctions would be 'act of war'A strong message came from Iran's security chief, cautioning nations that support the freshly imposed US economic measures. President Pezes...
24 Aug, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
'Entering the endgame': US Treasury Secy Bessent says "economic D-Day" begins against IranUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared an “economic D-Day” against Iran, saying Washington will use its full range of powers to s...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.13 AM IST
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir heads to Tehran as US plans ‘toughest’ Iran sanctionsPakistan's army chief Asim Munir will visit Tehran on Monday. He leads a delegation to strengthen bilateral cooperation and regional peace....
23 Aug, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Trump’s economic isolation plan risks Iran strikes across GulfTrump is betting that tighter sanctions, a naval blockade and broader economic pressure can push Iran into accepting a US-backed deal after...
22 Aug, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
India-Finland cooperation takes centre stage at circular economy forumIndia and Finland are strengthening business and technology ties in the circular economy. Companies from both nations explored resource-eff...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Trump calls Strait of Hormuz ‘American territory’, warns Iran over nuclear armsPresident Trump stated Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. He also declared the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Iran rejected the...
22 Aug, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
India, Russia discuss higher education cooperation, identify areas for collaborationIn a recent meeting, India and Russia deliberated on their mutual interests in advancing higher education. Both countries expressed their c...
21 Aug, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
China deploys naval fleet with 700 personnel near strategic Red Sea gateway, Suez Canal; amid Pakistan's push for Somalia defence pactChina has sent its 49th naval escort fleet to the Gulf of Aden as African countries prepare a regional task force against piracy and armed ...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Strikes in the Gulf changing rules behind India’s big-money betsIndia Private Equity Investment 2026: Geopolitical risks now shape private equity deal considerations in India. Investors increasingly focu...
21 Aug, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
US to impose ‘toughest sanctions in history’ on Iran; Scott Bessent bets on 'one-two punch' to cripple Iranian regimeUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington will impose the “toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, with details expected Monday, ...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Collective efforts to counter terrorism, separatism & extremism to dominate SCO Summit agendaThe September 1 SCO Summit in Bishkek is expected to focus heavily on strengthening cooperation against terrorism, separatism and extremism...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
India enters 'long-term arrangement' with Mauritius to supply petrol, diesel and aviation fuelIndia has signed a long-term supply arrangement with Mauritius for petrol, diesel and aviation fuel, strengthening energy cooperation betwe...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
Indian refiners face crude cost surge as Gulf premiums rise, Russian oil discounts vanishIndian refiners are facing a sharp rise in crude procurement costs as tightening physical supplies push Gulf and West African grades to hig...
19 Aug, 2026, 07.14 AM IST
'We will correct delusions of this deluded man': Iran hits back at Trump's assertion over Hormuz as 'NEW U.S. Territory'Iran has warned Donald Trump that his claims over the Strait of Hormuz will be corrected. Iranian officials dismissed Trump's assertions as...
19 Aug, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Why Pakistan is boosting defence ties with a nation known for its piratesPakistan is expanding its defense engagement through a new security pact with Somalia. This agreement covers counter-terrorism, military tr...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
India, Armenia explore new avenues to bolster defence cooperationIndia and Armenia explored new avenues to bolster defence cooperation. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with Armenia's Defence Mini...
17 Aug, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman likely to visit India next weekBangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is set to visit India next week to engage in crucial bilateral talks aimed at resolving recent ten...
15 Aug, 2026, 10.44 PM IST