World Bank sounds alarm on food crisis as energy shock and El Nino push commodity prices up 23%Global commodity prices are projected to rise significantly in 2026, driven by conflict in the Middle East and supply disruptions. Energy p...
28 Oct, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
A ceasefire in a Russian-occupied Ukrainian city holds for its first 30 hours, officials sayA six-day ceasefire has been initiated in Oleshky, allowing much-needed humanitarian aid for around 2,000 residents. Both Ukraine and Russi...
28 Oct, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
BRICS parliamentary forum condemns Pahalgam attack, calls for UN reformsThe 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum took place in New Delhi, gathering legislative leaders from various member nations. Delegates emphasized...
27 Oct, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
India-US ties shift to deal-making as Trump's Iran policy loomsIndia must adapt to a US relationship driven by pragmatic deal-making, rethink its diaspora policy amid anti-immigrant sentiment, and play ...
25 Oct, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductorsThe U.S. remains the largest producer of helium globally, with production primarily from natural gas processing. Helium is crucial for semi...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Oil Price Today (October 23): Crude oil ticks over $114, jumps nearly 8% this week as energy attacks intensify. What are experts saying?Brent crude futures rose 50 cents, or 0.45%, to $114.02 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 40 cents, or 0.42%, t...
23 Oct, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
Russian missiles pound Kyiv as Moscow says over 800 Ukrainian drones downedRussia conducted a bombardment of Kyiv with ballistic missiles, resulting in casualties and substantial damage. Ukrainian officials reporte...
22 Oct, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
Trump envoy Witkoff meets Putin in St. Petersburg for Ukraine war talksSteve Witkoff held talks with Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg to discuss peace efforts regarding Ukraine. These meetings follow Witkoff's ...
21 Oct, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
- Oil eases as markets assess potential waiver on Russian energy, Middle East supply risks
Oil prices fell on Tuesday as markets weighed an executive order from US President Donald Trump that waived some sanctions and tariffs tied...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.56 AM IST
Marco Rubio to to commence three-day visit to India, calls India key ally, says its Russian energy purchases need to be understoodMarco Rubio's visit to Mumbai includes discussions on the pending US-India trade deal and bilateral relations. He will meet External Affair...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.52 AM IST
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine got no early warning from partners as Russia hits the power grid again
Zelenskyy is grappling with recent Washington moves benefiting Russian President Vladimir Putin, including waiving U.S. sanctions on Moscow...
20 Oct, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
US blinks on Russia, India less flutteredTrump's decision to waive tougher sanctions against Russia aims to ensure US diesel supply until the midterm elections. The waiver, however...
20 Oct, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
US very close to finalising trade deal with India, says Marco RubioUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that Washington is close to finalising a trade deal with India. He said the US considers v...
19 Oct, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia as spat between Trump and Zelenskyy continuesUkrainian strikes reportedly targeted an oil export terminal and depot in St. Petersburg, resulting in casualties. U.S. President Donald Tr...
19 Oct, 2026, 07.02 AM IST
Trump claims 'great progress' in Russia-Ukraine negotiations; accuses Zelenskyy of not making better deal 2 years agoUS President Donald Trump asserts that negotiations for peace between Russia and Ukraine are progressing well. He criticizes Ukrainian Pres...
19 Oct, 2026, 06.48 AM IST
Ukraine hits Saint Petersburg refineryTrump last week announced an "energy ceasefire" -- which neither side said they agreed to beforehand -- that quickly collapsed, with Moscow...
19 Oct, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
'India an important ally': Rubio says Trump weighing impact of Russia-related tariffsUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that India's energy requirements will be considered before possible sanctions on Russian oil. Pres...
18 Oct, 2026, 11.12 AM IST