A $2.89 trillion military surge signals the sharpest global arms buildup since WWIIThe surge in global military budgets is astonishing, with nations investing heavily in their defense capabilities in response to escalating...
24 May, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Marco Rubio's India mission: Can he salvage US ties amidst Trump's disruptions?US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to repair strained ties. His trip faces challenges amid past insults and trade disputes. Ind...
22 May, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Israel's parliament has voted to dissolve itself. What's next?Israel's parliament has voted to dissolve itself. This move could lead to an early national election. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is ...
20 May, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
A Rs 3 hike makes India’s inflation battle somewhat harderIndian Oil Marketing Companies have increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each, and CNG by Rs 2/kg, following daily losses o...
15 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
The Rs 3 relief that wasn't: Why investors are dumping oil stocks after long-awaited petrol, diesel price hikeShares of HPCL and BPCL fell up to 3% despite the first fuel price hike since 2022, as investors worried the increase would not offset moun...
15 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Netanyahu's coalition moves to seek early vote in IsraelIsrael's ruling coalition on Wednesday submitted a proposal to dissolve parliament to pave the way for early elections as Prime Minister Be...
14 May, 2026, 07.53 AM IST
Fire or ice: Why a ceasefire in the Gulf cannot holdAs the specter of renewed conflict between the US and Iran looms, the Strait of Hormuz stands at the center of this brewing storm. A fresh ...
13 May, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
Oil & gas sector outlook 2026: Higher brent prices seen boosting upstream firms, hurting OMC marginsGlobal oil markets have shifted dramatically. Geopolitical tensions have caused a surge in Brent crude prices. Supply disruptions are a maj...
11 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Operation Sindoor anniversary: India’s defence exports surged 25x in 10 yearsIndia’s defence sector has seen a structural shift, with exports rising sharply and domestic production expanding over the past decade. A R...
06 May, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
US wants 'concrete actions' on Iran from next Iraqi PMAmerica wants Iraq's new prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, to take clear steps. These steps must separate the Iraqi state from Iran-backed arme...
06 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
‘Israel is stronger than ever, our pilots can reach any point in Iranian skies,’ says Prime Minister NetanyahuIsrael's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the nation is stronger than ever. He outlined a new defense strategy focusing on strength...
03 May, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz crisis: US blockade continues despite ceasefire extension with IranPresident Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran. This decision comes at Pakistan's request. The United States awaits a unified proposa...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impactAustralia is boosting its defense budget. Defense Minister Richard Marles announced an additional 53 billion Australian dollars over the ne...
16 Apr, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
India Inc pulls back a bit from Gulf as cracks widen across operationsIndian consumer companies are scaling back West Asian operations due to steep losses and a fivefold surge in container costs amid the US-Is...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
Donald Trump's anger with Europe has a definite upsideThe Iran crisis is reshaping America's ties with European allies, leading to a significant shift in the transatlantic relationship. Europea...
11 Apr, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
West Asia conflict: Early signs of stress visible across sectors, says FICCI reportThe report emphasises that this crisis, while being challenging, also presents an opportunity for India to accelerate structural reforms ai...
09 Apr, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Donald Trump to unveil biggest defense budget request since World War 2, Golden Dome, ships, missiles top priority chartsDonald Trump had asked Congress for a national defense budget of $892.6 billion then added $150 billion through a supplemental budget requ...
03 Apr, 2026, 06.48 AM IST