July rollout of India, US trade interim pact likely as two move to seal 'vibrant’ 1st phase: Piyush GoyalIndia and the United States are close to finalizing an interim trade agreement. The first phase of this pact is anticipated to be executed ...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Petrol, diesel prices hiked: What are the fuel rates in Pakistan, Nepal & Bangladesh? Check latest price comparisionPetrol, diesel prices in India vs neighbour countries: After petrol and diesel prices were increased by Rs 3 per litre in India, fuel costs...
15 May, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
Global Markets | Resilience Tested: Asian economies balance buffers against rising oil shockAsian economies are scrambling to manage an energy shock caused by the Iran war, with soaring oil prices and supply disruptions hitting the...
05 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
‘We are not like India...’: Pakistan minister admits on live TV country has no strategic oil reserves, says stock only for five to seven daysPakistan's energy vulnerability is highlighted as Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik revealed that Islamabad possesses only a few days of cru...
02 May, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Pakistan's deepening water crisis sparks national security alarm as mismanagement, scarcity threaten futurePakistan faces a severe water crisis due to scarcity and mismanagement. Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal unveiled a national strategy. It focu...
30 Apr, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970sAsia is experiencing energy shocks similar to the 1970s oil crises, with rising fossil fuel costs impacting consumers and industries. This ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Going online helps Pakistan's women doctors back to workThousands of Pakistani women doctors are returning to practice through telemedicine. This initiative connects home-based doctors with patie...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Global Market: Emerging markets face mounting economic pressure amid Iran war disruptionsThe Iran war's economic ripple effect is hitting emerging markets hard, two months on. Rising inflation, trade disruptions, and fiscal stra...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
India needs to reduce the strategic importance of fertilisers through a bold agricultural policyGlobal events like the West Asia conflict and El Nino threaten governments. Rising fertilizer prices create a fiscal and political crisis f...
27 Apr, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
Energy sector funds gain nearly 12% in 3 months, outperform all categories. Invest now or wait for a correction?Energy sector mutual funds have surged, delivering nearly 12% returns in three months. This performance has captured investor attention ami...
24 Apr, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Iran war exposes cost of Asia's fossil fuel relianceThe latest global energy shock highlights the risks of fuel import dependence, with Bangladesh hit hard by soaring LNG costs after supply d...
16 Apr, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Iran war leaves crisis-scarred countries counting the costIran war: Sri Lanka, Egypt, and Pakistan are struggling with rising energy costs. The Iran war has worsened their economic situations. Thes...
13 Apr, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Fresh LPG cargo for India clears Starit of HormuzThe Indian LPG carrier Jag Vikram has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a significant transit for an India-flagged ve...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
LPG carrier Jag Vikram first India-flagged vessel to cross Hormuz after US–Iran ceasefireIndia-flagged LPG carrier Jag Vikram has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a significant transit post the US-Iran cease...
11 Apr, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
Pakistan cuts petrol prices by 80 rupees per litre amid Israel-Iran warPakistan will reduce petrol prices by 80 rupees per liter to 378 rupees. This cut comes from the government's petroleum levy. The decision ...
04 Apr, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Pakistan to cut massive fuel, electricity subsidiesInformed sources said the talks opened on a healthy note as the two sides appeared converging to key principles -- separating the state's e...
19 May, 2022, 12.27 PM IST