A ₹3 lakh crore rain check? India’s monsoon now comes with a Hormuz fine printIndia’s fertiliser supply chain is under strain as the West Asia conflict disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route ...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials sayRussia's intelligence agencies are aggressively seeking Western technology and defense secrets to bolster its war economy, employing fake c...
30 May, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
Behind the petrol pump: Why fuel retailers losing Rs 7-8 per litre need $85 crude oil to stop bleeding cashOil companies face continued losses of Rs 7-8 per litre on petrol and diesel, with a breakeven point only at crude prices of $85-87 a barre...
27 May, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
With Chabahar Port in limbo, can India still reach Central Asia and Russia?India's crucial trade route to Russia and Central Asia is at a critical juncture. US sanctions on Iran's Chabahar port create uncertainty f...
14 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Fertiliser subsidy may surpass budgeted estimates by Rs 70k crIndia imports over 80% of its DAP requirements and for urea domestic production covers only 30-35% of total demand. India is among top fert...
14 May, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
After winning poll battles, Modi has picked up a new fightAmidst rising crude oil prices and a weakening rupee, Prime Minister Modi has urged Indians to embrace austerity. His call to reduce fuel c...
11 May, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
EU lawmakers back blockbuster $2.3-trillion long-term budgetThe European Parliament has backed a larger EU budget for 2028-2034, proposing new taxes on digital giants and online gambling to fund a 10...
28 Apr, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Central banks look through inflation until entrenched, no evidence of second-round effects: Dy Gov Poonam GuptaThe Reserve Bank of India is navigating global economic hurdles and geopolitical tensions. Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta explains the centra...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
Why European Union's wartime loan is vital lifeline for cash-strapped UkraineUkraine has secured a vital 90 billion euro European Union loan. This funding will sustain its wartime efforts. The loan arrives at a criti...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
What made Putin sell 22,000 kg gold from Russia this year?Russia’s central bank has sold 21.8 tonnes or 22,000 kilograms of gold so far in 2026 to help fund the country’s widening budget deficit, w...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
Akshaya Tritiya 2026 gold outlook: Which trends are expected to shape gold purchases this Akshaya Tritiya?Gold's strong appeal continues for Akshaya Tritiya 2026. Investors are showing interest in coins and small bars. Global economic concerns a...
18 Apr, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
IMF cuts global growth outlook for 2026, warns of potential recession if Iran war worsensThe International Monetary Fund has cut its global growth outlook, warning the economy could near recession if the Middle East conflict kee...
15 Apr, 2026, 07.49 PM IST
Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetingsGlobal finance leaders are meeting amid the Middle East war, a third major shock impacting the world economy. The IMF and World Bank are do...
12 Apr, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
Gas sale at 40% discount: Why is Russia selling LNG at deep discounts and how it may provide a sigh of relief for India?Russia is attempting to sell natural gas from its sanctioned facilities to South Asian nations. These offers come at a significant discount...
10 Apr, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
Iran war doubles Russia's main oil revenue to $9 billion in AprilIn a remarkable twist for Russia's economy, oil tax revenues are projected to soar to $9 billion by April, doubling amidst the turbulent gl...
09 Apr, 2026, 03.19 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
IMF, Ukraine reach staff-level agreement on $8.2 billion, four-year programThe International Monetary Fund has agreed to a new four-year, 8.2 billion dollar program for Ukraine. This funding aims to stabilize Ukrai...
27 Nov, 2025, 07.41 AM IST