World
Strait of Hormuz Open: 97% of Ships Safe Despite Iranian Strikes, Says US
US Central Command asserts the Strait of Hormuz remains open and safe despite Iranian strikes and the sinking of the GFS Pride.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
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World
Zelenskyy Hints at High-Stakes Meeting with Putin at US G20 Summit
President Zelenskyy discusses potential trilateral peace talks with Putin and the US at the G20, while criticizing Trump's Russian oil tariff waivers.
17 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
World
Emergency Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: PM Shehbaz Claims Govt 'Compelled' to Act
PM Shehbaz Sharif claims the government was compelled to impose Governor's Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa amid a clash with PTI.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Analysis & Opinion
No Trade Deal Without Preferential Treatment, Warns Former Diplomat Veena Sikri
Former diplomat Veena Sikri analyzes US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit and India's firm stance on preferential trade treatment.
17 October 2026 · 3 minPrime News
Business
Rubio’s Jamnagar Visit: Strategic Push to Seal Reliance’s Texas Refinery Deal
Expert Robinder Sachdev analyzes Marco Rubio's visit to Jamnagar to seal Reliance's Texas refinery deal and its impact on US midterm elections.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Diaspora a 'Living Bridge' Between India and Samoa: MoS Margherita
MoS Pabitra Margherita hails the Indian diaspora in Samoa as a living bridge and signs a key MoU for disability support under the SENESE Project.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
Trump’s Russian Oil Tariff Waiver: Huge Relief for India, But is it a Trap?
President Trump waives 100% tariffs on major Russian oil buyers, giving India breathing room but leaving future trade certainty in question.
17 October 2026 · 4 minRavi Pandey
World
Bird Strike Hits Emirates Flight: Dubai-Delhi Return Journey Delayed
An Emirates flight from Dubai to Delhi faced a bird strike on arrival, causing delays for the return journey and hotel stays for passengers.
17 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
World
India and IOM Forge Stronger Ties to Boost Safe Migration and Mobility
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh and IOM Chief Amy Pope discuss ethical recruitment and safe migration pathways to expand opportunities for Indian workers.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
Energy Price Surge: ECB May Hike Rates by 50 bps by 2027
Energy prices and services inflation could force the European Central Bank to hike interest rates by 50 basis points by mid-2027, warns ICICI Bank.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Balochistan Crisis: Activist Slams Forced Evictions and Home Demolitions
Sammi Deen Baloch raises alarms over home demolitions, forced evictions, and supply restrictions affecting thousands in Balochistan.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Beijing's New Tactic: Targeted Sanctions to Isolate Taiwan
Beijing shifts strategy by targeting individual foreign officials from Paraguay and Belize to pressure Taiwan's diplomatic allies.
17 October 2026 · 4 minVijay Narayan Singh
World
Iran Demands Total Ceasefire on All Fronts for Regional Peace
Deputy FM Saeed Khatibzadeh warns that peace is impossible unless fighting stops on all fronts, accusing the US and Israel of breaching agreements.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
US Fed Likely to Hold Rates in October, Hike by Year-End: CareEdge Global
CareEdge Global suggests the US Fed may hold rates in October but hike by 25 bps by year-end amid inflation and geopolitical tensions.
17 October 2026 · 3 minRavi Pandey
World
Trump Waives Russia Oil Sanctions: 'Big Relief' for India's Economy
US President Trump waives sanctions on Russian oil under the Graham Act, providing economic relief for India ahead of US midterm elections.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
US Tariff Waiver on Russian Crude: A Big Relief, But Trade Risks Linger
CareEdge Chief Economist Rajani Sinha analyzes the impact of the US tariff waiver on Russian crude and India's macroeconomic resilience.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Pakistan Named Among World's 10 Worst Hunger Hotspots
A new report reveals Pakistan is one of the 10 worst hunger hotspots globally, with 10.6 million people needing aid by 2026.
17 October 2026 · 4 minVijay Narayan Singh
Business
Cost of Living Crisis: Rising Household Costs Kill the 'American Dream'
A McKinsey report reveals that 60% of Americans see rising household costs as the biggest barrier to achieving their dreams and economic mobility.
17 October 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Air India Extends Saudi Arabia Flight Suspension Amid Houthi Attacks
Air India and Air India Express extend flight suspensions to Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam due to Houthi attacks. Check rebooking and refund options.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
Business
US Waives Russian Oil Tariffs, But GTRI Warns of 'Hidden Leverage'
The US has waived punitive tariffs on India's Russian oil imports, but GTRI warns that Washington retains leverage to reinstate them at any time.
17 October 2026 · 3 minRavi Pandey
World
Balochistan Horror: Student Missing for 6 Months as 'Death Squads' Alarm Rises
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee raises alarm over the disappearance of student Laiba Sattar and others in Balochistan, alleging death squad involvement.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH
World
Iran Fueling Houthi Strikes with Intelligence and Tactics
Reports reveal Iran's deep operational ties with Houthi rebels, providing intelligence and tactical guidance in attacks against Saudi Arabia.
17 October 2026 · 3 minVijay Narayan Singh
Business
Oil Demand Surge: India and Asia to Drive Global Growth by 2027
OPEC predicts a sharp rise in global oil demand by 2027, with India and non-OECD Asia driving growth amid strong economic activity.
17 October 2026 · 4 minRavi Pandey
World
China's Sanctions Move: Taiwan Alleges Election Interference
Taiwan claims China is using sanctions against a legislator's family business to sway voters in the upcoming elections.
17 October 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH