International

India’s steel industry has secured a significant opening in the European market with the allocation of a 1.64 million-tonne steel export quota by the European Union, marking an important development for the country’s global trade ambitions. Of the total allocation, around 6.95 lakh tonnes have been designated under the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) framework, offering…

For thousands of highly skilled foreign professionals, particularly Indian technology workers, a job in the United States represents more than career advancement—it is the foundation of an entire life built around family, education and long-term aspirations. A proposed move to eliminate the 60-day grace period for certain foreign workers who lose their jobs could therefore…

The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit carries a significance that extends far beyond traditional diplomacy. At a time of intensifying geopolitical competition, their engagement reflects the emergence of a more complex and increasingly multipolar international order. For Moscow, closer coordination with Beijing…

The Himalayan region is confronting a devastating humanitarian emergency as torrential monsoon rains, flash floods and massive landslides wreak havoc across Nepal and adjoining areas of China. The disaster has left hundreds dead or missing, destroyed homes and infrastructure, and isolated communities in some of the most difficult terrain in the world. The scale of…

New Delhi: Iran’s reported decision to blacklist 45 vessels, including ships linked to India and Pakistan, has triggered fresh concerns across the international maritime and diplomatic community. The development comes at a time when the Middle East is already witnessing heightened geopolitical tensions and growing uncertainty along major commercial shipping routes. At the centre of…

New Delhi: The complex security environment of South Asia, shaped by the India-Pakistan rivalry and the presence of nuclear weapons on both sides, has once again come under scrutiny following remarks attributed to former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan regarding the possible consideration of Skardu as a military target. The discussion offers an…

A striking maritime scene featuring massive vessels operating along a strategically important coastline offers a powerful glimpse into the growing significance of sea power in today’s geopolitical environment. The scale of the ships and their presence in deep waters underline how modern nations increasingly rely on maritime capabilities to protect trade routes, strengthen national security…

The geopolitical landscape of West Asia is undergoing a significant transformation as China increasingly challenges the United States’ approach towards Iran. Beijing has voiced strong opposition to Washington’s policy of unilateral sanctions and “maximum pressure,” arguing that economic coercion has failed to resolve the Iranian nuclear issue and has instead contributed to instability in an…

Pezeshkian’s diplomatic overture signals a possible recalibration of Tehran’s approach to Washington—but deep mistrust, the nuclear question and regional conflicts remain formidable obstacles. In a development that could have far-reaching consequences for the Middle East and the wider international order, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has signalled Tehran’s willingness to reconsider its long-standing confrontation with the…

The global financial markets are entering a crucial phase as investors await the latest United States Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, with the inflation report expected to play a decisive role in shaping expectations ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September policy meeting. What might ordinarily be viewed as another monthly economic indicator has assumed far…