Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deepIndia’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minist...
25 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Trump-Xi meeting crucial for global economic stability: Shaun ReinA high-stakes meeting between US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is closely watched for signs of stability amid escalating...
14 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Trump, Xi to weigh tariff cuts on $30 billion of imports in managed trade pushAn exciting trade initiative is on the horizon as America and China collaborate to redefine commerce concerning everyday products. With a p...
13 May, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
AI optimism keeping global markets resilient despite West Asia tensions: William LeeGlobal markets remain strong, prioritizing AI and technology over West Asian conflicts. Investors believe the war will be short, allowing f...
12 May, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Hormuz blockade stirs tension over Malacca Strait near SingaporeSingapore emphasizes transit rights under international law. Malaysia favors dialogue with Iran. The region's strategic position remains a ...
17 Apr, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Donald Trump draws a red line in Hormuz. Will China dare cross it?Iran war: A US naval blockade on Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into a global flashpoint, significantly impacting China, the largest ...
14 Apr, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
Crude at $100: Packaging costs surge, supply chains resetCrude oil prices have surged past the $100 mark per barrel, leading to a dramatic rise in the cost of packaging materials and creating unce...
13 Apr, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
A quiet new reset is loading in India's backyard and the world is watchingIndia-Bangladesh relations: Ater navigating through diplomatic hurdles, India and Bangladesh are now on a path to rejuvenate their partners...
10 Apr, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Congress hits out at PM Modi for 'ceding diplomatic space', Rahul terms him 'compromised'India's foreign policy faces criticism from Congress leaders. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge allege a compromised individual is influe...
06 Mar, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
China examines foreign ETF trades after Jane Street India probeChina is examining how foreign firms like Jane Street Group operate in its large ETF market. Regulators want to understand trading activiti...
13 Jan, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
US' doubling tariffs to 50% on Indian goods unilateral decision sans logic: OfficialFollowing the US's doubling of tariffs to 50%, a senior Indian diplomat criticized the move as a "unilateral decision" lacking logic. Negot...
07 Aug, 2025, 12.44 PM IST
"Temporary negotiation tactic": Economics expert Sansanwal on Trump's 25 per cent tariff on IndiaDonald Trump imposed tariffs on India. The tariffs impact sectors like electronics and pharmaceuticals. Gaurav Sansanwal of CSIS views this...
31 Jul, 2025, 06.39 AM IST
Why Vietnamese youth are renting partners. The reason may surprise youIn Vietnam, many young women are opting to rent boyfriends to meet familial expectations, particularly during cultural events like the Luna...
02 Dec, 2024, 03.02 PM IST
What if India and Pakistan actually got along?These scenarios do not have to sound entirely plausible. But it’s worth taking some chances every once in a while to overcome recency bias ...
14 Aug, 2022, 08.25 PM IST
China, US should avoid distractions to ties: State mediaUS Secretary of State John Kerry led the US delegation to the two-day meet, which was attended by senior officials from ministries includin...
08 Jun, 2016, 08.28 PM IST
China building Nuclear plants in Pakistan inconsistent with NGS rules: US"The agreement prohibits the transfer of any US-provided technology to another country without US consent," Countryman answered.
13 May, 2015, 01.21 PM IST
Why India-US should look at developing a soft allianceAmerican Vice-President Joe Biden arrives in India on Monday and it comes barely a month after Secretary of State John Kerry came to India.
22 Jul, 2013, 07.50 AM IST