How the Mideast war brought UAE, Israel closer togetherAfter facing barrages of Iranian missiles that threatened its economic future, the UAE has moved closer to Israel, widening a split with al...
15 May, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
India-Russia discuss energy, trade and global tensions as BRICS ministers gather in DelhiExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for productive talks. They discussed bilateral cooperatio...
15 May, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
From kitchen storage to recycling bins: How Deposit Refund Schemes can change India’s plastic economyIndia is exploring Deposit Refund Schemes (DRS) to tackle plastic waste, where consumers pay a small deposit on packaged products, refunded...
15 May, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Trump says he and China's Xi agree Iran cannot have nuclear weaponsTrump and Xi Jinping also discussed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping. Tensions remain high as the conflict continues. ...
15 May, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Trump says he is losing patience with Iran after talks with China's XiIran war: The U.S. paused its attacks on Iran last month but began a blockade of the country's ports. Talks aimed at ending the conflict ha...
15 May, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
West Asia War: Ship reported seized off UAE as Trump discusses Iran with XiA ship was seized by Iranian personnel near the UAE. US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed on keeping the Strait of Ho...
15 May, 2026, 06.09 AM IST
Iran Foreign Minister Araghchi begins 3-day India visitIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in New Delhi for crucial BRICS talks, focusing on the escalating West Asian crisis and its impact...
14 May, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
Will the Strait of Hormuz open soon? Here's what to know as oil prices hover near $108 per barrel, up almost 50%Will the Strait of Hormuz Open Soon? Inside Iran's Oil Blockade Standoff: The Iran Strait of Hormuz offer arrives as oil prices hover near ...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
US indicated it would not ease Russian oil sanctions again, EU's Sefcovic saysEuropean Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic discussed U.S. sanctions relief on Russian oil with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Sefco...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.35 AM IST
India-China energy cooperation doesn't require warm relations, or lofty civilisational rhetoricIndia and China face a new opportunity in energy markets. Past cooperation in Africa, despite challenges, shows potential. Both nations see...
16 Apr, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
World Bank slashes 2026 Middle East growth forecast after energy sector turmoilThe World Bank has significantly lowered its 2026 growth projections for Middle Eastern economies. This comes as a direct result of the ong...
08 Apr, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Why a new world order is overdueA powerful cabal, the Military-Industrial-Congress complex, influences US policy. This group, along with technology, finance, and Israel lo...
03 Apr, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
ONGC Videsh signs MoU with Equatorial Guinea for cooperation in hydrocarbon sectorThe MoU is part of efforts of Indian flagship overseas oil and gas firm to expand its presence in hydrocarbon rich African continent.
22 Jan, 2016, 01.03 PM IST
India scouts for oil and gas assets in Africa on crude price fall“India needs a lot of equity oil and so Africa is a natural hot spot for us,” Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said.
16 Jan, 2016, 06.49 AM IST
Sugar barons turn to Africa for growth opportunities; Maharashtra minister to lease 27k acres in MozambiqueAbundance of land and natural resources in Africa and prospects of serving both the local market as well as shipping to India are a big att...
13 Aug, 2013, 05.28 AM IST
- South Africa, Venezuela sign major energy deal
South Africa and Venezuela sealed a major oil deal on Tuesday during a visit by Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez, who touted it as an exam...
03 Sep, 2008, 01.30 AM IST
- China spends $1.9bn on African safari
China is launching a sweeping effort to expand its access to Africa’s oil and markets, pledging billions of dollars in aid and loans.
06 Nov, 2006, 02.03 AM IST