Hormuz in focus for India as US-Iran talks kick off in SwitzerlandHigh-level peace talks between the US and Iran have commenced in Switzerland, led by Vice President JD Vance and Parliament Speaker Mohamma...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Hezbollah chief rejects any Israeli security zone in LebanonHezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Sunday rejected any Israeli security zone in Lebanon, after Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.55 PM IST
Oil keeps flowing through Hormuz despite Iran saying it’s shutDespite Iran's claims of closing the Strait of Hormuz, millions of barrels of oil continued to flow through the vital waterway over the wee...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
US defends Iran FIFA World Cup travel restrictions, says discussions ongoingUS officials are maintaining Iran's World Cup travel plan despite the team's complaints about restrictions. While Iran's coach called them ...
21 Jun, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
EU withdraws travel advisory on most parts of Assam, says Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam's tourism prospects have received a significant boost as the European Union lifted its long-standing travel advisory for most of the ...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.52 PM IST
EU lifts negative travel advisory for Assam, except parts under AFSPA: Himanta Biswa SarmaEuropean Union member states have lifted their negative travel advisory for Assam, a significant boost for the state's tourism and business...
20 Jun, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
Pakistan: Workers protest inflation, warn government of nationwide agitationProtesters in Lahore, including labour groups and transport workers, voiced anger over soaring inflation and utility costs, accusing the go...
20 Jun, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi punished with 74 lashes for performing without hijab in an online concert, calls it vulgarIranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi faces 74 lashes and a two-year travel ban for performing without a hijab during a viral online concert. The ...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
World Bank clears $1.5 billion package to boost India's structural reforms, private sector jobsThe World Bank has approved a $1.5 billion financing package for India, aimed at accelerating structural reforms and stimulating private se...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.23 AM IST
India taps World Bank, ADB for $2.5 billion infrastructure spendIndia is in talks with the World Bank and Asian Development Bank for substantial funding. This financial support aims to boost urban infras...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Trump says Israel has Iran MoU copy as deal nears; calls Iranians ‘tough negotiators’US President Donald Trump revealed Israel received a proposed Iran nuclear deal draft. He expressed optimism for a swift agreement and anno...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
Australia relaxes Gulf travel advice in boost for Middle Eastern airlinesAustralians can now travel to the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Israel, and Kuwait. The government has eased travel warnings for these nations. This...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.08 PM IST
Rupee touches six-week high on oil slump, RBI effect lingersThe Indian rupee strengthened to a six-week high, buoyed by falling Brent crude prices below $80 a barrel and supportive central bank measu...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet realityThe White House has informed supporters of President Trump's alleged victories in the Iran conflict, claiming Iran will not develop nuclear...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
RBI opens listed Indian equities for foreign investorsThe Reserve Bank of India has opened direct equity investment in listed firms to all foreign individuals, expanding beyond NRIs and OCIs. T...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Israel-Iran conflict: India urges citizens in Israel to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travelIndia has issued an advisory for its citizens in Israel. They are urged to stay vigilant and close to shelters. Non-essential travel within...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
India issues fresh Iran travel advisory, urges citizens to leave immediatelyIran Travel Advisory: The Indian Embassy in Tehran has reissued a travel advisory, urging Indian nationals to avoid travel to Iran due to r...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST