Trump aides, fearing a midterm elections rout, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for nowPresident Trump's aides seek to prevent Iran war escalation before elections. They are focusing on economic pressure to achieve concessions...
02 Sep, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
1,500 residents were displaced from Hanford in 1943; 83 years later, the Washington site holds about 56 million gallons of radioactive and hazardous wasteIn 1943, residents were uprooted from their homes to create the Hanford nuclear site, which played a crucial role in generating plutonium f...
01 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
In 1949, Soviet Union detonated its first atom bomb, ending U.S. monopoly on atomic weapons, more than seven decades later United States and Russia together hold over 80 per cent of world's nuclear arms stockpileSoviet Union’s first atomic bomb test transformed the international security landscape. On August 29, 1949, the world entered a new stage i...
29 Aug, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war. Six months later, he claims he's in no hurryPresident Trump faces criticism as the six-month war against Iran continues unexpectedly. The administration now focuses on economic pressu...
28 Aug, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
After six months of Iran war, US goals have shifted. The Strait of Hormuz is now a top concernSix months after its start, the US war with Iran shows no clear end in sight. Original objectives have shifted, and some key goals remain u...
27 Aug, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
In 1997, America's last bismuth refinery shut down. 29 years later, the metal is crucial to a 240-MW nuclear reactor whose coolant supply is 82% ChineseA proposed American nuclear reactor, EAGL-1, will use liquid lead-bismuth coolant. China currently dominates global refined bismuth product...
25 Aug, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Trump warns of 'economic D-Day' against Iran, but Tehran is well acquainted with sanctionsThe Trump administration is intensifying economic pressure on Iran amid a protracted war. This strategy aims to force Tehran's capitulation...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Trump says Kim Jong Un 'didn't like' Biden, Obama but 'likes me'; highlights ties making US, allies safer"I do have a good relationship with Kim Jong Un, as you know, you've seen. He didn't like Biden, he didn't like Obama, he didn't like anybo...
20 Aug, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Nuclear material found in Syria will remain in the country, minister saysSyrian authorities confirmed nuclear material found is not dangerous and will remain in custody. The International Atomic Energy Agency chi...
18 Aug, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
US Iran war: Trump may ditch nuclear deal plan if Tehran reopens HormuzUS President Trump seeks an exit from the Iran war as the conflict continues to escalate. The administration may set aside the nuclear issu...
09 Aug, 2026, 09.21 PM IST
India's future nuclear fleet may need 5,400 tonnes uranium annually; domestic supply meets about 30%: Parliamentary panelIndia’s nuclear expansion could sharply raise uranium demand, with PHWRs alone expected to require around 5,400 tonnes of uranium oxide ann...
09 Aug, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Iran's leaders believe a victory is within reach, and that time is on their sideIran believes military pressure will force the United States to accept its control. The nation is betting that time and global energy price...
08 Aug, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
Trump administration to back three mineral projects with $58 million in financingThe US Export-Import Bank is lending fifty-eight million dollars to three critical mineral companies. This funding aims to reduce reliance ...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.31 AM IST
Trump's Iran dilemma: He's stuck in war with no exit in sightPresident Trump faces difficult choices in the ongoing Iran conflict. He is caught between granting Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz or...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
The message behind the missile: Six signals sent by Agni-IV testIndia’s Strategic Forces Command conducted the 10th test of the Agni-IV ballistic missile, and its sixth user trial. Since Agni-IV is alrea...
07 Aug, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
US Iran war: Qatar says mediators make progress; Indian ship sinks in the Middle EastMediators report progress in efforts to end the US-Iran war, which has driven oil prices lower. Qatar's Emir discussed de-escalation effort...
05 Aug, 2026, 06.19 AM IST
US hopeful of Hormuz deal within days as diplomacy with Iran gathers paceThe United States expresses hope for a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz soon. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated talks...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.26 PM IST