Four India-based companies engulfed in Trump's economic offensive against IranThe United States has sanctioned four Indian companies and three individuals for facilitating Iran trade. These actions place Indian busine...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
80 years ago, Bermuda Triangle conspiracy was fuelled due to Flight 19's disappearance. Pilots vanished, fuel began running out and even the rescue plane never returnedEighty years ago, five US Navy aircraft disappeared during a routine training mission off Florida, and a rescue plane sent to find them van...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Trump will have to risk pain to make new Iran sanctions truly biteThe United States is unveiling new sanctions against Iran today. These measures aim to cripple Iran's economy by targeting its oil sales. C...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
In 1942, a US Navy aircraft became a ‘ghost ship’ after landing in California with no one inside. Its crew was missing, their parachutes were untouched and the radio still workedIn 1942, two experienced US Navy officers disappeared during a routine antisubmarine patrol off the California coast. Their blimp, L-8, was...
24 Aug, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
- ET World Leaders Forum: PM Modi stood by president Trump in tough times, says US ambassador Sergio Gor
US Ambassador Sergio Gor said the personal friendship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump remains a key anch...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
US Navy unveils AIM-424 Malice air-to-air missile with 465-km rangeIn a significant leap for military technology, the US Navy is evaluating a powerful long-range air-to-air missile that can effectively enga...
23 Aug, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
In 2002, Florida sank a 510-foot Navy ship off Key Largo; the USS Spiegel Grove became one of the world's largest purpose-built ship reefsIn 2002, the USS Spiegel Grove, a decommissioned Navy ship, was purposely sunk near Key Largo to form an artificial reef. This innovative a...
23 Aug, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Trump’s economic isolation plan risks Iran strikes across GulfTrump is betting that tighter sanctions, a naval blockade and broader economic pressure can push Iran into accepting a US-backed deal after...
22 Aug, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Economic pressure a 'delicate dance' against Iran, most effective tool: JD VanceUS-Iran war: United States Vice President JD Vance emphasized that applying economic pressure constitutes Washington's strongest measure ag...
21 Aug, 2026, 07.15 AM IST
US to impose ‘toughest sanctions in history’ on Iran, Scott Bessent saysUnited States Treasury chief Scott Bessent announced unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These stringent measures aim to avoid significan...
21 Aug, 2026, 06.09 AM IST
Trump declares 'Economic D-Day' against Iran, warns nations aiding Tehran of 'tremendous' consequencesPresident Trump announced a severe economic operation targeting Iran's financial lifelines. He warned any nation aiding Iran would face sig...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
Why Taiwan and the South China Sea are two sides of the same strategic coinTaiwan and the South China Sea hold significant global trade importance. China claims Taiwan and asserts sovereignty over the South China S...
20 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
India’s exports to US hold firm after a year of Trump’s tariffsThe US continues to account for about 20% of India’s exports despite tariff tensions and New Delhi’s push to diversify trade. New agreement...
19 Aug, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
What Bessent’s economic isolation of Iran could look likeThe US Treasury plans new economic pressure on Iran, facing skepticism from critics. Targeting China's oil purchases poses risks to US-Chin...
15 Aug, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
US pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western HemisphereUS aircraft carriers are stretched thin by operations against Iran. The USS George Washington is moving from the Pacific to the Middle East...
15 Aug, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
China's rapidly expanding aircraft carrier fleet may be vulnerable to submarine attacks: ReportChina's growing aircraft carrier fleet faces potential submarine threats. A US think tank report highlights this vulnerability in the weste...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Iran says Hormuz transit fee details not under discussion in Oman talksIran is not currently discussing details of possible transit fees with Oman as the two countries negotiate a new shipping route through the...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.17 PM IST