U. S-Iran deal to collapse? Top Tehran diplomat sounds warning related to reopening of Strait of Hormuz, resumption of all-out warIsrael and the Lebanese government have entered their own U.S.-mediated direct negotiations, of which Hezbollah was not part. Those talks h...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.33 AM IST
Trump’s Iran deal slowed by couriers in complex peace processDespite President Donald Trump repeatedly saying a US-Iran deal is near, negotiations remain slow and uncertain. Talks rely on indirect cha...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.15 AM IST
What is Section 301? Trump’s new tariff sword to hurt India and other partners?US and Indian trade officials are in New Delhi for crucial talks. They aim to finalize an interim trade pact before a key tariff deadline. ...
03 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Trump’s tariff comeback? The White House finds a new route after court setbacksThe US is proposing to reintroduce country-specific tariffs on India and others, shifting from emergency powers to Section 301 of the Trade...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Narrow the Gulf for Delhi: Conversation on derisking the future from Hormuz is good news for IndiaThe West Asia crisis presents India a chance to regain global influence. Discussions are underway to secure trade routes beyond the Strait ...
01 Jun, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran warPakistan has deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets and an air defence system to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defence pact, deepe...
18 May, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Pakistan is shaping up an idea that can worry IndiaPakistan is pushing a proposed “Islamic NATO” with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Pakistan, aiming to build a regional defence bloc that r...
15 May, 2026, 06.31 AM IST
Pakistan faces fresh trouble as UAE expels thousands of workers amid rising tensions with Abu DhabiThousands of Pakistani Shia workers are reportedly being expelled from the UAE, straining already troubled relations. This follows a demand...
09 May, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
India’s big cotton bet: Can Rs 5,659 cr revive the sector's global leadership?India’s Rs 5,659-crore Mission for Cotton Productivity aims to tackle falling yields, poor seed quality, and rising import dependence throu...
08 May, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Himanta Biswa Sarma brings back BJP for third consecutive term in AssamHimanta Biswa Sarma led the BJP to a historic victory in Assam, winning 82 seats. His aggressive campaign, focusing on welfare schemes like...
04 May, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Pakistan's economy gasps as Middle East war ignites double-digit inflationPakistan's economy faces a grim future with inflation expected to stay high. Soaring oil prices and regional conflict are straining the nat...
03 May, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Charting the global economy: ECB is leaning toward rate hikesEconomic growth varies globally, with some regions facing inflation and others seeing tech-driven booms. Geopolitical events are influencin...
03 May, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
US warns shipping firms over paying Iran to transit the Strait of HormuzAmerica warns ships against paying Iran for safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has been charging fees for detours. The US has also ...
02 May, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
India bonds fall after US scraps Iran talks, raising escalation jittersIndian government bonds experienced a dip early Monday as hopes for a US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough faded. This geopolitical uncertainty,...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz crisis to lead Gulf region into recession? Global diplomacy and rising tensions shape Gulf outlookStrait of Hormuz crisis to lead Gulf region into recession? The Gulf region faces rising tensions after attacks, shipping restrictions, and...
27 Apr, 2026, 03.45 AM IST
US Iran war leading to advancement of Tehran’s military tech know-how? Explainer on undetonated weapons, diplomacy, red lines and renewed fighting risksUS Iran war leading to advancement of Tehran’s military tech know-how? Reports say Iran recovered undetonated US missiles and bomblets and ...
27 Apr, 2026, 03.26 AM IST
For a few billion dollars, Pakistan has landed in dire straitsPakistan is facing big economic stress after the UAE has demanded repayment of a multibillion-dollar deposit. This has strained the country...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.03 AM IST