US-Iran agree to setup direct channel with IRGC to de-escalate conflict, says VP VanceUS Vice President JD Vance confirmed a direct deconfliction channel between US and Iran military representatives, including the IRGC and CE...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
World MSME Day: What India’s recent FTAs and trade deals mean for MSMEsWhile FTAs have opened global markets for MSMEs, experts say future deals should be designed more carefully to help small firms compete at ...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Crude oil prices fall up to 2%, head for weekly losses as Hormuz supply fears easeGlobal crude oil prices fell sharply on Friday, with Brent slipping below $75 a barrel, as fears of supply disruptions through the Strait o...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
India 'strategic diplomatic driver' for IMEC: Columbia University projectA project from Columbia University has underscored India's crucial involvement in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), pr...
26 Jun, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Oman assures toll-free movement via Strait of HormuzOman has pledged toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a move welcomed by India. This assurance follows discussions between Omani...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
India's LPG imports from US set to cross 1 million tons in June, sources sayIndia's LPG imports from the U.S. are projected to cross a record 1 million metric tons in June, driven by Middle Eastern supply disruption...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
His admiration for PM appears to have transcended physical world: Congress slams TharoorCongress has criticized Shashi Tharoor for praising Prime Minister Modi's handling of the Indian sailors' issue with President Trump. Party...
20 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
India weighs extending 40-product import duty exemption beyond June 30 amid West Asia tensionsThe government will decide on extending import duty exemptions for 40 products after June 30. This decision hinges on the evolving situatio...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
'Convey our strong protest and anger': Arvind Kejriwal urges PM Modi to address Indian seafarers' deaths to TrumpArvind Kejriwal has called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to protest the deaths of three Indian seafarers to US President Donald Trump. Th...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Indian Embassy in Oman confirms repatriation nationals killed in MT Settebello attackMortal remains of two Indian nationals killed in US strikes on vessel MT Settebello have been repatriated to India. India strongly proteste...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
From Oman to Tanzania: How the Iran war is redrawing India’s trade mapIndia's trade is changing due to West Asia conflict. Oman is now a major import partner, especially for energy. Russia and the US are also ...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
PM Modi must take up with Donald Trump killing of Indian seafarers: Priyanka GandhiCongress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the deaths of three Indian sailors with US Presiden...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
US–Iran peace deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz brings relief to trade: EEPCThis development is expected to significantly boost global trade, particularly for India, by easing logistics disruptions and costs for ene...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Durable US-Iran peace deal to provide predictable environment for trade: CRFA US-Iran peace deal promises greater regional stability. This will benefit Indian exporters with reduced costs for shipping, insurance, an...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
India's trade with West Asia gradually improving: Commerce SecyIndia's trade with West Asia faced disruptions in May due to the US-Iran conflict. Exports saw a slight dip but are recovering. Imports als...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
India-Oman CEPA sparks first duty-free gold jewellery shipment from KolkataThe first shipment of gold jewellery from Kolkata to Oman under the India-Oman CEPA was dispatched by Wonder Jewels, marking the start of d...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
India-Oman trade pact to open huge export opportunities for labour-intensive sectors: ExpertsIndia and Oman's new trade pact unlocks significant export potential for sectors like textiles, gems, and marine products. This agreement a...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST