Some Indian refiners, a global energy major plan to avoid Iran-blacklisted ships amid Hormuz riskIndian refiners and a global energy major will avoid Iran's blacklisted ships. This decision stems from security concerns over vessels cros...
26 Aug, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
US starts returning staff to Middle East missions after Iran war evacuations: SourcesUnited States personnel are returning to some Middle East diplomatic missions after tensions eased. Staff will go back to posts in Lebanon,...
26 Aug, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to US Congress with Israel conditionUS President Trump sent Congress a nuclear energy agreement with Saudi Arabia. This pact will only become effective if Saudi Arabia normali...
26 Aug, 2026, 06.50 AM IST
US prepares to send diplomats back to Middle East embassies after Iran war evacuations: ReportEmbassies slated to restore higher staffing levels include those in Israel, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Oman, Iraq and Kuwait, ac...
26 Aug, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
US to broaden secondary sanctions to isolate Iran on 'economic D-Day'The United States is set to launch a significant financial offensive against Iran. This move aims to pressure countries to sever economic t...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
UKMTO says tanker struck by unknown projectile off Saudi Arabia's YanbuA tanker sustained damage from an unknown projectile near Saudi Arabia's Yanbu port. The vessel experienced a fire on its main deck, but al...
24 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Pakistan's Munir spoke to Trump ahead of Tehran visit, sources sayPakistan's army chief spoke with Donald Trump last week before visiting Tehran. This call occurred as the United States threatened major ec...
24 Aug, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
India, Gulf bloc discuss next steps on free trade agreementIndia and the Gulf Cooperation Council reviewed free trade agreement negotiations in Riyadh. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Bangladesh signals openness to joining Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye defence allianceBangladesh expresses openness to joining a new defense alliance. This decision will prioritize the nation's own interests and evolving glob...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
India-Bangladesh Ganges talks continuing at technical level: MEAIndia confirmed ongoing technical discussions with Bangladesh on river issues. The Ganges Water Sharing Treaty, signed in 1996, is set to e...
21 Aug, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Give Dhaka more room to manoeuvre: India’s next Bangladesh gambitBangladesh seeks a favorable environment for PM Tarique Rahman's upcoming visit to New Delhi. India's high commissioner emphasizes engageme...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
Urban Company, Unicommerce expand partnership to Saudi Arabia, UAEUrban Company's Middle East division has partnered with Unicommerce to streamline its e-commerce operations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Th...
20 Aug, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
Why Pakistan is boosting defence ties with a nation known for its piratesPakistan is expanding its defense engagement through a new security pact with Somalia. This agreement covers counter-terrorism, military tr...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Saudi Arabia clarifies rules for one-year multiple-entry Umrah visaSaudi Arabia’s one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa allows several visits with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days. However, pilgrims need a n...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Is America behind Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Mecca defence pact? Here’s what US President Donald Trump said on 'Islamic NATO'Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Defence Pact: US President Donald Trump has welcomed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabi...
17 Aug, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
Donald Trump welcomes Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defence agreement, terms it as 'big, bold' stepSaudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a joint defense agreement. US President Donald Trump called this pact a significant first st...
17 Aug, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
ETMarkets Management Talk| MAN Industries eyes bigger Saudi footprint; region could contribute 35–40% of revenue in 3 years: Nikhil MansukhaniMAN Industries expects Saudi Arabia to become a major growth driver, contributing 35–40% of revenue within three years. The company is targ...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.08 PM IST