Blackouts and bigger bills: Pakistan's energy dilemma deepens as Middle East war hurts supplyPakistan’s energy crisis is worsening as disrupted LNG supplies and soaring spot prices force Islamabad to choose between expensive fuel an...
03 Sep, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
A plane plan for China to consider: Singapore opposition slams Temasek over Air India bailoutsAir India faces mounting losses and requests for additional funds from its shareholder. The airline is grappling with high fuel prices and ...
03 Sep, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
Air India’s $1.5 billion funding ask sparks backlash in Singapore parliamentA Singapore politician questions the logic of Singapore Airlines supporting Air India. He opposes using Temasek funds for Air India's turna...
27 Aug, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
US to broaden secondary sanctions to isolate Iran on 'economic D-Day'The United States is set to launch a significant financial offensive against Iran. This move aims to pressure countries to sever economic t...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring. Here's where things standAs the deadline for a resolution on the US-Iran nuclear deal has passed without any advancements, both countries remain firmly entrenched i...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
Pakistan celebrates Independence Day: Here's how its stock market performed in last one yearPakistan celebrates its 79th Independence Day as the KSE-100 index delivers a 23% return over the past year despite geopolitical tensions a...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Oil Price Today (August 13): Crude oil dips below $90 despite Strait of Hormuz deadlock. Here’s whyThe Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries cut its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2026 to 580,000 barrels per day in its m...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Pakistan sees US-Iran deal close as Hormuz standoff drags on, Trump toughens stancePakistan's defense minister indicated a potential US-Iran arrangement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices reacted to these conflicti...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Oil slips, heads for weekly loss as Hormuz deal uncertainty persistsOil prices declined as investors weighed prospects of reopening the Strait of Hormuz against persistent geopolitical risks. Markets also aw...
07 Aug, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Iran warns US against 'adventurous action'; threatens retaliation as Gulf tensions deepenIran has warned it will respond decisively to any new U.S. or Israeli attacks, as President Donald Trump renewed threats against Tehran. Ri...
02 Aug, 2026, 06.09 AM IST
Charting the Global Economy: Central banks hold the lineGlobal central banks maintained interest rates this week due to rising energy costs. The Federal Reserve and Bank of England saw some offic...
02 Aug, 2026, 06.03 AM IST
US and Iran trade missile barrages as hopes dim for a quick resolution to the five-month conflictThe United States and Iran exchanged missile strikes, escalating regional conflict. Jordan and Kuwait reported intercepting Iranian missile...
30 Jul, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influenceGulf Arab states are seeking China's economic influence over Iran to secure vital shipping lanes. They are frustrated with Washington's per...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, data showsShip traffic through Bab el-Mandeb decreased Sunday after Houthi attacks on Saudi oil sites. Fewer than ten commodity vessels passed throug...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
El Niño worsens plight of Asia’s rice belt after war price shockLower harvests risk driving up global food prices and inflation. This situation threatens food security for millions across developing Asia.
25 Jul, 2026, 11.34 AM IST
Pakistan raises jet fuel price by PKR 40.35 per litre amid global oil market volatilityPakistan has increased jet fuel prices by PKR 40.35 per litre, reaching PKR 291.55. This follows a previous hike, bringing the total increa...
19 Jul, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Pakistan to revise oil prices daily amid renewed West Asia tensionsPakistan fuel price: Pakistan will now adjust petroleum prices daily to manage oil price fluctuations. The government aims for greater tran...
18 Jul, 2026, 10.28 AM IST