India examining Mecca Joint Defence Agreement's impact on national security, regional stability, says MEAIndia is closely examining the new Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey. This trilateral pact establi...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.29 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
Strait of Hormuz to stay shut until US ends naval blockade: Iranian FM spokespersonIran stated the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the US halts its naval blockade. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei attri...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
New Hormuz security mechanisms developed with Oman: Iran's Foreign Ministry, says US violations block safe waterwayIran and Oman are developing new mechanisms to monitor shipping safety through the Strait of Hormuz. Discussions between Tehran and Muscat ...
10 Aug, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
US Stock Market: Weak July jobs data dents expectations for September Fed rate hikeWeak July US jobs data has reduced market expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate hike, with futures pricing the odds below 50%. W...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
AIIMS-trained Bengaluru neurosurgeon reveals how a salon session can give you a stroke: ‘Ensure your neck…'Can a simple, relaxing hair wash or spa session at your favourite beauty parlour bring you to the brink of death? According to a Bengaluru-...
09 Aug, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
No direct talks with US, exchange of messages through intermediaries, says Iranian FM AraghchiIran is not currently engaged in direct negotiations with the United States, while messages between the two sides are being exchanged throu...
09 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
Rajya Sabha to take up Taxation, Bankers’ Books bills on MondayThe Rajya Sabha will consider two important bills on Monday. The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill proposes significant tax changes....
09 Aug, 2026, 09.14 AM IST
US working to establish safe shipping route through Strait of Hormuz, Vance says 'we don't trust' IranUS-Iran war news: The United States is pushing for secure passage for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iran and ...
08 Aug, 2026, 09.49 PM IST
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits flood affected areas of Darrang districtAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected Bengabara and Naharbari villages. He assessed the damage and reviewed ongoi...
08 Aug, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
Preparations underway for Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme in PrayagrajPreparations are underway for Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' programme in Prayagraj. The event will focus on student concerns regarding...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
School holiday tomorrow, August 6: Will schools remain closed as IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several states?School holiday tomorrow, August 6: On August 6, various regions in India are set to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, prompting...
05 Aug, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Calcutta HC dismisses TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatmentThe Calcutta High Court dismissed TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatment after he declined to appear before...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Civil Aviation Minister Naidu visits passengers injured in mid-air incidentCivil Aviation Minister visited injured passengers after a flight turbulence event. Air India flight AI2379 experienced a momentary altitud...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
Taxation laws amendment bill tabled in Lok Sabha: What the new tax bill changes for foreign investorsFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing simpler rules for offshore inv...
04 Aug, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, 2 firefighters killed, 3 injuredA massive fire erupted at an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives while battling the i...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
Taxation laws amendment bill: Government proposes simplified exemption framework for offshore fundsA bill will soon simplify offshore investment fund rules. This aims to attract more foreign capital into India. Tax exemptions will be offe...
03 Aug, 2026, 09.03 PM IST