BRICS 2026 calls for bigger emerging-market voice in IMF, World Bank; criticises unilateral tariffsBRICS finance leaders urged greater emerging market representation in global financial institutions. They also advocated for increased loca...
11 Sep, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
BRICS flags unilateral tariffs, trade barriers as global risksBRICS finance ministers voiced serious concerns over unilateral trade measures. Higher tariffs and non-tariff barriers are distorting globa...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
As Saudi tensions with Iran-backed Houthis escalate, mediator Pakistan faces pressure to choose a sidePakistan faces a difficult balancing act between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Recent fighting in Yemen is testing its dual role as defense partne...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Shoma Chaudhury on why technology needs conscience, not just innovationIn today's fast-paced world, technology evolves at an unprecedented rate, affecting every aspect of human existence from birth to death. Th...
11 Sep, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Xi’s first India trip since 2019 offers olive branch to PM ModiDuring the BRICS summit this weekend, Chinese President Xi Jinping will arrive in India, aiming to strengthen Sino-Indian ties. A meeting w...
11 Sep, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
India hosts BRICS summit as Iran war tests bloc unityIndia hosts the BRICS Leaders' Summit this weekend seeking to boost its global profile. The summit faces challenges due to the Iran-UAE con...
10 Sep, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
China's Xi Jinping to visit India for first time in seven years as New Delhi hosts BRICS SummitChinese President Xi Jinping is set to participate in the BRICS Summit in India this week, marking his first visit in seven years. As Prime...
10 Sep, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Who is fighting in Yemen? Key factions battling for control of the countryHouthi militants backed by Iran are intensifying fighting in Yemen. They aim to control the Red Sea coast and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Thi...
10 Sep, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
Pakistan warns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia could activate joint defence pactPakistan stated the Makkah Defence Alliance would activate if any member faced an attack. This pact involves Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Tu...
09 Sep, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
India set to host expanded BRICS summit as global trade, finance and governance take centre stageIndia will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Delhi on September 12 and 13. Leaders will discuss trade, finance, technology, and energy...
08 Sep, 2026, 08.57 AM IST
India-China Corps Commanders meet in Arunachal for first timeIndia and China held their first Corps Commander-level meeting in Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday. This significant military discussion occurre...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.57 AM IST
Israel cuts fuel tax as US-Iran conflict pushes up gasoline pricesIsrael's finance minister ordered a fuel excise tax cut for two months. This action addresses the recent surge in gasoline prices across th...
06 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
'A different kind of war': Former CDS Gen Anil Chauhan outlines new threats facing India, from cognitive colonialism to Pakistan, ChinaGeneral Anil Chauhan highlighted evolving geopolitical shifts and technological advancements impacting national security. He discussed warf...
05 Sep, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
Pakistan will remain major security concern, threat for times to come: ex-CDS ChauhanFormer CDS Anil Chauhan expressed concerns about Pakistan's new defense agreement. He stated that such accords might induce overconfidence ...
05 Sep, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
Pakistan will remain major security concern, threat for times to come: ex-CDS Gen Anil ChauhanFormer CDS Gen Anil Chauhan has raised concerns regarding Pakistan's possible overconfidence stemming from new defense agreements. He empha...
05 Sep, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
Govt stalls Alipay+ tie-up over data security concernsAlipay+'s proposal to link with India's payment system faces national security concerns. Concerns also exist regarding the storage and use ...
04 Sep, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
India stalls Alipay+ payments link over security, data concerns, sources sayIndia has stalled Alipay+'s proposal to link with its instant payments system. National security concerns and data usage questions are the ...
03 Sep, 2026, 02.25 PM IST