US set to offer Iran $300 billion development fund, broad financial gains in peace dealIran is poised to receive significant financial incentives, including immediate oil sales and access to a $300 billion development fund, as...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
MPC Forex Level: India’s forex reserves remain healthy at $682.3 billion, says RBI Governor Sanjay MalhotraIndia's foreign exchange reserves are strong at $682.3 billion. The Reserve Bank of India has used these reserves to stabilize the rupee. D...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
US allies urge unity in face of growing global security threatsAt the Shangri-La defence conference in Singapore, allies of the United States urged greater unity in the face of growing global security t...
31 May, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
The great Indo-Pacific hedge - deeper defence ties as US doubts grow and China ascendsNations in the Indo-Pacific are boosting their defense capabilities and cooperation. This is happening as China's military grows and the Un...
31 May, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
US allies call for greater unity as Trump-era rifts cloud global securityAllies at a defense conference stressed unity as threats become global. Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi highlighted that division...
31 May, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Japan refutes 'new militarism', accuses China of rapidly armingJapan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi refuted accusations of "new militarism" and criticized China's opaque military buildup. He emphas...
31 May, 2026, 08.35 AM IST
Quad vows to invest $20 billion towards critical minerals supply chainsIndia, Australia, Japan, and the US are pooling up to $20 billion to bolster critical minerals supply chains. This initiative aims to reduc...
26 May, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Quality consciousness key to global competitiveness, says consumer affairs secretaryConsumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare urged Indian manufacturers to make quality standards central to operations to strengthen global comp...
12 May, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
India-bound fertilizer shipment scrapped over Iran origin riskAn India-bound fertilizer shipment has been cancelled. Officials raised concerns about its links to Iran. The cargo was aboard the bulk car...
11 May, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Latecomer Japan eyes slice of rising global defence spendingJapan has ended its long-standing ban on exporting lethal weapons. This move aims to position the nation in the global defense market. Whil...
03 May, 2026, 08.57 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–New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' FTAIndia and New Zealand signed a “once-in-a-generation” free trade agreement on Monday that gives New Delhi duty-free access to 100% of tarif...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Philippines and US stage counter-landing drills with allies near South China SeaPhilippine and US forces are conducting large-scale military drills in Palawan. These exercises, part of the Balikatan series, involve alli...
27 Apr, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
India-New Zealand FTA to be signed on Monday, says PM Christopher LuxonIndia and New Zealand will sign a Free Trade Agreement on Monday, April 27. This landmark deal aims to boost bilateral trade significantly....
24 Apr, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
EU's proposed CBAM expansion may impact Indian exporters: GTRIThe European Union is set to broaden its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, which could lead to a spike in carbon tax expenses for Indian ...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Govt imposes export curbs on wood briquettesIndia has restricted the export of wood briquettes. This eco-friendly fuel alternative now requires government permission. However, curbs h...
06 Apr, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Metal recycling industry calls for policy adjustments to boost circular economyIndustry officials have highlighted that the Goods and Service Tax, import duty, and lack of initiatives for a circular economy are impedin...
24 Jan, 2024, 06.11 PM IST