Too hot to handle: Heatwave in North India slows textile, rice supply chainsNorthern India's blistering heatwaves are wreaking havoc on vital industries, significantly hampering the trade of Basmati rice and textile...
27 May, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
22 May, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
India’s 'China-plus-one' push needs tax ease and fast-track FTAs with developed nations: Arvind VirmaniIndia must reform its tax system and streamline clearances to attract global investments moving away from China. Economist Arvind Virmani e...
17 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midtermsVoters in North Carolina face a tough economic choice. While tax cuts aim to boost incomes, rising prices for rent, food, and fuel are a ma...
13 May, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Trump says 25% tariff on EU cars, trucks imports to kick in next week amid trade riftUS President Donald Trump announced plans to increase tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25 percent. This move ...
01 May, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
Compliance squeeze, global scrutiny redefine India’s $30 billion pharma export playbookAs global markets prioritise quality and regulatory trust, India’s pharma sector is recalibrating beyond its traditional cost advantage.
01 May, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
India among the worst hit by West Asia crisis, says Gita Gopinath; oil, food and fertilisers all at riskIndia faces severe economic challenges from the West Asia conflict. Disruptions affect oil, gas, and supply chains. Actual shortages are oc...
24 Apr, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Mark Carney says Canada's economic ties with US are a weakness that must be correctedCanada's close economic ties with the United States are now a weakness, according to Prime Minister Mark Carney. He announced efforts to st...
20 Apr, 2026, 08.22 AM IST
NCR workers unrest adds to cost strain on firms already hit by Iran warWorker protests over minimum wages are escalating in Noida and Manesar. This unrest, following a significant wage hike in Haryana, is incre...
15 Apr, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Air India asks Tata, Singapore Air for funds after $2.4 billion lossAir India reported a wider-than-expected annual loss of over ₹220 billion ($2.4 billion) for FY26, driven by multiple disruptions including...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Imposition of tariffs worrisome for handicraft exporters in Rajasthan: GehlotAshok Gehlot says US tariffs threaten Rajasthan's handicraft exports. Jaipur and Jodhpur are key handicraft hubs. Reduced exports could hur...
01 Sep, 2025, 10.23 AM IST
Trump tariff hammer hits India’s biggest garment hubsIndia's garment export hubs near Delhi face a grim reality as the US imposes 50% tariffs, impacting orders and prompting buyers to seek dis...
28 Aug, 2025, 04.39 PM IST
US tariffs leave a deep cut in India's diamond industryUS tariffs on diamonds, escalating from 10% to 50% since April, have led to approximately 100,000 job losses in Saurashtra's diamond cuttin...
12 Aug, 2025, 12.27 AM IST
Auto wars begin: Canada slaps 25% tariffs on US cars, spares supply chains after Trump’s trade warCanadian PM Mark Carney announced a 25% tariff on US vehicle imports that do not comply with the free trade agreement, with revenue support...
04 Apr, 2025, 06.47 AM IST
Canada steel, aluminum plants lay off workers due to US tariffsHundreds of Canadian workers in steel and aluminum sectors have been laid off due to U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump. The job losse...
26 Mar, 2025, 04.33 PM IST
Trade War just got personal: Over 5 million American jobs at risk as China and Canada fire back with retaliatory tariffs; here are regions and counties that will be badly affectedThe US-initiated trade war could impact over 5 million American jobs due to retaliatory tariffs from China and Canada. Key sectors at risk ...
12 Mar, 2025, 10.04 PM IST
China to take 'resolute measures" in response to US's increasing tariffs on importsUS President Joe Biden has directed his Trade Representative to increase tariffs on USD 18 billion of imports from China, including semicon...
16 May, 2024, 11.19 AM IST