US construction spending inches up in May, but homebuilding weakIn May, US construction spending edged up by a mere 0.1%, influenced by increased mortgage rates partly due to tensions in the Middle East....
02 Jul, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Why is it recommended to put an A4 paper in the fridge during heatwaves?Millions are enduring a severe heatwave, and your refrigerator is working overtime. A simple paper test can reveal if your fridge's door se...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
US job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in MayDespite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in Ma...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Extreme heat adds pressure to food supplies already hit by warMeteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures due to El Niño, compounding climate change impacts and already high farming costs. This ...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister saysAncient heritage sites across southern Lebanon have suffered significant damage during Israel's nearly four-month campaign against Hezbolla...
28 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Charting the global economy: US spending rises, weather loomsUS consumer spending remains robust despite rising prices, though new home sales dipped. President Trump is scrutinizing gasoline costs. Eu...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
In a U-turn, Punjab govt notifies VB-G RAM G schemePunjab's AAP government has notified the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G) scheme, effective July 1, ...
27 Jun, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
Indian firm, CEO among 8 entities sanctioned by US for 'fuelling' civil war in SudanThe US has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities, including an Indian national, for allegedly fueling Sudan's civil war. Alok...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Israel, Lebanon expected to sign framework deal after US-mediated talksIsrael and Lebanon are poised to sign a framework agreement in Washington, aiming to end the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. Talks have ce...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
Italy to join US-led Pax Silica AI initiative despite Trump spatItaly is set to join the US-led Pax Silica initiative, aimed at securing artificial intelligence supply chains, despite a recent diplomatic...
26 Jun, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
JD Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and IsraelUS-Iran war: Divergent remarks from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding Israel's military actions in Leban...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Israel, Lebanon deny that Israel has withdrawn from part of southern LebanonSenior Israeli and Lebanese officials have refuted claims of an Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, contradicting a U.S. offici...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
US to move forward with Turkey jet engine sales ahead of NATO summit, sources sayThe Trump administration is reportedly pushing ahead with a multi-million dollar sale of jet engines to Turkey, despite congressional objec...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
White House seeks $87.6 billion from Congress for Iran war costs, US farmers and Ebola responseThe White House has formally requested $87.6 billion, primarily to replenish the Pentagon following the U.S. war against Iran. This comes a...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
Swiss neutrality contributing factor in US-Iran peace talksSwitzerland not only hosted the talks between US vice president JD Vance and Iranian negotiators but senior officials in the Swiss foreign ...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Rubio reassures UAE, Kuwait as scepticism over Iran deal persistsUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf allies of their security during a visit to the UAE and Kuwait, addressing skepticism over a ...
24 Jun, 2026, 10.15 PM IST
PM Modi stresses on coordination between ministries, lauds smooth conduct of re-NEETPrime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized inter-departmental coordination during a Union Cabinet meeting, highlighting the successful NEET-UG...
24 Jun, 2026, 07.02 PM IST