Brent commands a war premium as Middle East supply risks keep oil on edgeBrent crude is trading above $100 a barrel as geopolitical tensions and supply risks in the Middle East sustain its premium over WTI. For I...
10 Oct, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
‘We have all of those elements’ in India, says BP CEO Meg O’Neill as firm weighs oil and gas bids under Samudra Manthan schemeIndia's government has introduced the Samudra Manthan policy to enhance energy security through increased oil exploration. BP's CEO Meg O'N...
10 Oct, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
India to be fastest-growing large economy at 7.3% in 2026 as global trade slows to 4%, says UNCTADGlobal trade is projected to grow by 4% in 2026, which is slower than the 4.4% expansion in 2025. Increased trade values are driven by risi...
09 Oct, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
World economic growth to slow to 2.6% in 2026, UN trade body saysGlobal economic growth is projected to slow to 2.6% in 2026 amid energy shocks from the Middle East crisis. Trade in goods and services is ...
09 Oct, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
India, Singapore eye 2,000 MW power corridorIndia and Singapore are considering plans for a 2,000 MW cross-border power interconnection that could enhance energy security. The propose...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on FridayIndian markets plunged on Thursday as RBI policy tightening, persistent FII selling, rising bond yields and rupee weakness battered sentime...
08 Oct, 2026, 10.03 PM IST
Asia races to stockpile oil, speed up renewables in response to Iran warAmid the uncertainties triggered by the Iran war, Asian countries are stepping up their oil storage frameworks. The Philippines is on a mis...
08 Oct, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Iran steps up economic, connectivity push with AfghanistanIran is stepping up economic and connectivity cooperation with Afghanistan as ties between Kabul and Islamabad deteriorate. Iran’s energy m...
08 Oct, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
Saudi, UAE join Japan-led push to bolster Asian oil buffersSaudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are joining Japan's efforts to strengthen oil supply security in Southeast Asia. This collaborati...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
Growth hinges on local reforms, not protectionism: Indermit GillIndia holds a unique opportunity to enhance its economic growth but must address internal challenges effectively. Rapid reform and the effi...
08 Oct, 2026, 09.09 AM IST
India, Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz, regional securityIndia and Oman held discussions on their bilateral relations during the 15th round of the Strategic Consultative Group. The meeting covered...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
The sheer energy India brings with itIndia has provided power connections to over 300 million people since 2015 and improved gas supply accessibility. The country has installed...
06 Oct, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on TuesdayIndian equities rebounded on Monday after eight consecutive weekly losses, with Sensex rising 473 points and Nifty gaining 134 points. Soft...
05 Oct, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
'Iran signed NPT, India did not...situation is very different': Jaishankar highlights distinctions, deepening global energy crises amid West Asia turmoilExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India's non-signatory status under the NPT gives it a different position from Iran, which is an...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
G20 ministers discuss curbing impact of govt-backed excess manufacturing capacities: Piyush GoyalG20 trade ministers focused on preventing unfair manufacturing practices caused by government-supported large production capacities. Discus...
03 Oct, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Critical minerals emerge as key India-Canada trade opportunity amid supply chain diversification: Trade Minister Maninder SidhuCanada sees an opportunity to support India's supply chain diversification through critical minerals, particularly for the country's growin...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
India-Canada trade target: $70 billion in five years as CEPA talks speed upCanada and India are targeting an increase in bilateral trade, aspiring to reach USD 70 billion in five years. Ongoing negotiations for a C...
02 Oct, 2026, 06.14 AM IST