Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network, sources sayIn a significant escalation, Iran has directed Houthi militias to get ready to obstruct the Red Sea oil passage should the United States ca...
16 Jul, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Talks for release of 3 ships held by Somali pirates in advanced stage: SourcesRansom talks for three hijacked vessels and their crew are progressing well. These negotiations involve registered countries, ship owners, ...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
South Korean shares slump 7% on renewed selling in chipmakers, c.bank hikes ratesSouth Korean shares experienced a significant decline on Thursday, driven by chipmaker stock sell-offs. The Bank of Korea raised its benchm...
16 Jul, 2026, 08.00 AM IST
Explained: Why SK Hynix ADR premiums soared 50% over South Korean shares and how this reminds market of dotcom bubbleSK Hynix’s ADRs are trading at a more than 50% premium to their South Korea-listed shares just days after their Nasdaq debut, raising compa...
15 Jul, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
US holds Iran 'accountable' for deaths of commercial vessel crew, says 7 ships targetedUnited States Central Command has held Iran accountable for recent attacks on commercial vessels. Iranian forces deliberately targeted seve...
15 Jul, 2026, 07.20 AM IST
Trump resumes Iran port blockade and threatens strikes on energy targetsPresident Donald Trump reimposed a naval blockade on all Iranian ports. He threatened to strike power plants and bridges next week unless n...
15 Jul, 2026, 06.14 AM IST
One misstep away: Pakistan’s Iran tightrope faces its toughest testSaudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement are facing renewed conflict, raising regional escalation fears and making Pakistan's strategic bal...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
After Hormuz, Iran turns to Red Sea gateway as new pressure pointIran is signaling potential closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait via its Houthi allies. This move risks disrupting global trade and vital en...
14 Jul, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
Global Market: AI boom turns turbulent as South Korea stocks slide into bear marketSouth Korea's KOSPI has entered bear market territory after falling about 25% from its late-June record high, following a spectacular AI-dr...
14 Jul, 2026, 10.32 AM IST
India will prioritise rule-based maritime order, including safety of seafarers, at UNSC: JaishankarIndia launched its campaign for a UN Security Council seat for 2028-29. The nation will focus on maritime security and countering terror fi...
14 Jul, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak startIndian markets showed resilience on Monday despite global challenges. Domestic fundamentals provided continued support for equities, which ...
14 Jul, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
South Korea launches digital nomad visa with easier rules, longer staySouth Korea has launched its F-1-D digital nomad visa, effective June 30, allowing remote workers to reside in the country for up to three ...
13 Jul, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Korea's Kospi hits 8% lower circuit, trading halted. What's rattling investors today?South Korea's benchmark Kospi index plunged 8% to lower circuit on Monday as rising tensions in the Gulf and soaring oil prices rattled glo...
13 Jul, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
Global Market: European shares edge higher as miners, airlines offset tech weakness; benchmark set for weekly lossEuropean shares saw minimal change as mining and travel stocks gained. Technology shares declined, weighing on the broader market's perform...
10 Jul, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
North Korea vows boost to nuclear buildup, military intelligenceNorth Korea will strengthen its nuclear force "both in quality and quantity" and expand the role of its military intelligence agency focuse...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of YemenA cargo ship faced an attack Sunday off Yemen's coast in the Red Sea, near Hodeida. Unknown assailants targeted the vessel, prompting an in...
05 Jul, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Houthis kill 14 Yemen government troops in deadliest attack in yearsYemen's Houthi rebels launched a deadly assault south of Hodeidah, killing 14 government troops and injuring 23 in fierce fighting. The Ira...
05 Jul, 2026, 03.35 PM IST