India's economic relationship with the United States is facing pressure on three fronts. Trade negotiations have stalled, Elon Musk has escalated his public confrontation over Starlink's entry into India, and Washington has suspended major technology companies from a programme that lets…
A suspected case of pneumonic plague in Russia's Siberian region of Irkutsk has triggered heightened monitoring by US authorities, including the Trump administration, after the death of a 28-year-old laboratory worker linked to an anti-plague research facility. The case has drawn…
I'm getting a strong sense of déjà vu. While the reasons differ from 2008, the impact on the American economy will likely be the same. Several trucking companies have filed for Chapter 11, a US bankruptcy code that lets an organization…
Women are entering India's corporate workforce in significant numbers. But getting through the door is only the beginning of the challenge. The bigger question is what happens when women reach the first major turning point in their careers: moving from individual…
There are numbers that tell a story. And then there are numbers that leave you wondering how many times the same story needs to be told before something changes. India recorded 1,87,702 cases of crime against children in 2024, according to…
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the White House on September 24 as the world's two biggest economies tried to put a lid on their escalating strategic and economic rivalry. The meeting produced signs of cooperation,…
Not necessarily. Economists worldwide do not foresee a complete economic downturn just yet. Could 2027 bring relief to a world caught in multiple conflicts? Economists remain hopeful, but another threat is taking the centre stage: It is the inflation shock from…
The US economy faces a fresh energy headache, and this time, diesel is at the centre of it. US diesel prices have climbed to a record $6.31 a gallon, sharply raising the cost of moving goods nationwide. Gasoline prices have also…
China is discovering that loneliness can be a business opportunity. From artificial-intelligence boyfriends and virtual pets to solo karaoke rooms, single-person hotpots and paid companionship, a new consumer market is emerging around people who want company-or simply want to enjoy life…
The broadly elliptical monument of Delhi, Bharat Mandapam, hosted the BRICS countries for two days last week, showcasing a blend of contemporary architecture, Indian heritage, and cuisines. About 28 leaders from 11 BRICS countries gathered to discuss bilateral trade, measures to…
What Is BRICS? BRICS is a grouping of major emerging economies that came together to increase cooperation on trade, investment, finance, development, technology and global economic issues. BRICS originally consisted of Brazil, Russia, India and China, and was known as BRIC.
The 2026 US midterm elections are set to be one of the biggest political events of the year, giving American voters a chance to decide who will control key parts of Congress and several state governments. Unlike a US presidential election,…
Lake Ontario has officially become "Lake America" in the United States after President Donald Trump ordered the name change, but the move has triggered a mixed reaction even in Ontario, New York, a community where Trump enjoys strong political support. The…
Nepal faces a devastating economic setback after a flash flood ripped through the Bhote Koshi River corridor, destroying homes, roads, bridges, and critical infrastructure across parts of the country. The disaster struck on August 26 after a massive collapse of ice…
Your kitchen budget could soon feel the pinch as onion prices rise sharply across parts of India, while sugar has also become more expensive in recent weeks. For households already dealing with rising food and grocery costs, higher prices for two…
As India prepares to celebrate Independence Day on August 15, one patriotic song will once again echo across the country - Vande Mataram. But who wrote Vande Mataram, when was it written, and why did a poem written nearly 150 years…
On August 6, 1945, at 8:15 a.m., history changed forever when the American B-29 bomber Enola Gay dropped the first atomic bomb used in warfare, code-named "Little Boy," on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The devastating explosion killed around 80,000 people…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day had a mind-boggling global start, crossing $1 billion in just six days, and it is one of the best openings for Marvel and Sony Pictures. That is slightly less than Avengers: Endgame, which made over $1.2 billion…
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