India, US to hold ministerial-level talks on bilateral trade pact this weekIn a significant development, India and the US are set to conclude the first phase of their trade agreement this week. Commerce Minister Pi...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Global Market Today: Asian shares gain as US-Iran deal takes effectUS stock futures rose as President Trump signed an interim deal to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing energy concerns...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.40 AM IST
Hollywood to Bollywood no more: US makes a move in India's backyardThe United States has renamed its Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command. This change signals a strategic shift away from broad allia...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
Doubled in 5 years: India's military-industrial moment has arrivedIndia's defence production has surged to a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, nearly quadrupling since 2013-14. This growth, fueled by the ...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Is the Iran war just an energy shock - or a turning point?A potential U.S.-Iran peace deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could signal a watershed moment for global energy markets, moving beyond a ...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
Global Market Today: Asian stocks slip as AI rally stalls, oil steadiesAsian stocks declined as AI shares pulled back and Middle East tensions weighed on investor sentiment. South Korean shares saw a significan...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.24 AM IST
Trump's China moves can open up a vast market for IndiaIndia is emerging as a significant defence supplier in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam becoming the second buyer of the BrahMos missile after ...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Raise it, regulators: A repo rate hike - 50 bps increase to 5.75 perhaps - will reduce CAD, incentivise capital flowsIndia's monetary policy committee faces a complex decision. Delayed economic growth data and an unknown US Federal Reserve policy create si...
01 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Trump moves to block wider tariff refunds, appeals order covering all importersIn a landmark Supreme Court ruling, businesses are cashing in on refunds for import tariffs. Yet, the Trump administration intends to chall...
31 May, 2026, 07.05 AM IST
Iran war complicates plans for yet-to-materialise international force in GazaAn international force for Gaza, announced with fanfare, faces significant delays. Key contributor Indonesia has put its troop pledge on ho...
28 May, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Why are oil prices up today, and will Brent crude futures and US WTI rates rise sharply in near future? Oil rises as supply fears returnWhy are oil prices up today, and will Brent crude futures and US WTI rates rise sharply in near future? Oil prices increased as hopes for a...
12 May, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
US-Iran war: 'Don't want to rush' Trump says, as Tehran peace negotiations drag onPresident Donald Trump says the United States is not rushing to resolve the conflict with Iran. He described Iran's leadership as being in ...
24 Apr, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
How Asia should deal with the ‘Malacca dilemma’The Iran conflict has shown how easily key sea routes can be used as strategic tools, raising concerns beyond the Strait of Hormuz to other...
22 Apr, 2026, 08.29 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
US-Indonesia trade pact shows risks of pressure tactics; India must tread cautiously: GTRIA trade pact between the US and Indonesia is raising concerns in India. Global Trade Research Initiative warns India to be cautious in trad...
23 Jul, 2025, 01.18 PM IST
Indonesia signs up for 50 Boeing jets as Trump imposes 19 percent tariff on goodsUS President Donald Trump has confirmed a deal with Indonesia to buy 50 Boeing planes, energy and farm goods worth billions. In return, Ind...
16 Jul, 2025, 12.09 AM IST
Trump announces Indonesia 'deal' after tariff threatsDonald Trump announced a trade deal with Indonesia via Truth Social, following tariff threats. The specifics remain unclear, but Indonesian...
15 Jul, 2025, 09.53 PM IST