World
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What is Strait of Hormuz and why does its closure matter to global economy?
Kingston (Canada): The joint attack launched by the United States and Israel on Iran began on February 27 and has sparked a fast-moving conflict that could expand across the Middle East. Iran’s…
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Iran war disrupts global cargo supply chains beyond oil
New York: The Iran war has effectively halted oil tanker movement in the key Strait of Hormuz. But it’s also disrupting the wider global supply chain beyond oil, affecting everything from pharmaceuticals…
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US-Israel attack Iran Day 5: Tehran threatens to target Israeli embassies worldwide
Iran’s armed forces have issued a strong warning stating that Israeli diplomatic missions across the globe could become targets if Israel attacks Iran’s mission in Lebanon. Meanwhile, explosions were heard in Iran’s…
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China to unveil priorities for coming 5 years at major annual political meeting
Bangkok: China’s ceremonial legislature is set to meet Thursday, March 5, where it will unveil the country’s policy direction and economic goals for the coming years. The meeting is held in Beijing,…
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Nearly 3 million illegal immigrants leave US, says DHS Secretary Noem
Washington: Nearly three million “illegal aliens” have left the United States of America during President Donald Trump’s second term as a result of stepped-up enforcement, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi…
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Netanyahu takes gamble on US support for Israel with war against Iran
Jerusalem: Throughout his political career, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has steered his country along two pillars of foreign policy: an ironclad partnership with the United States and a relentless diplomatic and…
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China’s economic ambitions hit limits to growth as its national congress meets
Beijing: China’s progress in building a modern economy, evident in its kung-fu fighting robots and self-parking cars, is hitting limits as a downturn in its housing industry drags on, small businesses suffer…
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Student of Indian descent killed in US shooting considered reaction to Iran war
New York: The fallout from the distant Iran war has claimed the life of a student of Indian descent in Texas, who was killed along with another student by a man wearing…
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Trump says Iran operations likely to last 4-5 weeks but could go longer
Washington: US President Donald Trump says Iran operations are likely to last 4 to 5 weeks but that he’s prepared “to go far longer than that.” Trump spoke Monday at a White…
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Iran’s FIFA World Cup place in US put in doubt, Iraq could next in line
Geneva: Iran’s place at the men’s World Cup in three months’ time was put in doubt Monday amid an escalating Middle East conflict sparked by the soccer tournament’s co-host, the United States.…
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Apple introduces iPhone 17e with faster performance
California: Apple on Monday launched iPhone 17e, a powerful and more affordable addition to the iPhone 17 lineup — with the latest-generation A19 chip for faster performance, an advanced camera system, enhanced…
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Air India suspends Middle East flights for March 3
New Delhi: Air India on Monday said it has extended the suspension of all its flights to and from the Middle East for March 3 while its scheduled operations to US, Canada,…
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Middle East tensions: Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince, Bahrain and Jordan
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke to the King of Bahrain and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and condemned the recent attacks on the two countries in violation…
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France to allow temporary deployment of nuclear-armed jets to allied nations
France: French President Emmanuel Macron announced Monday that France would allow the temporary deployment of its nuclear-armed aircraft to allied countries as part of its new nuclear strategy. Macron said the new…
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This is not Iraq: US Defence Secy insists Iran conflict ‘not endless’
Washington: Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday spoke to widening concerns that the US-Israeli strikes in Iran could spiral into a protracted regional conflict by declaring, “This is not Iraq. This is…
