CNN, Politico and MS NOW back in White House after judge blocks Trump’s media ban

A seven-day roadmap? Iran proposes plan to end war, reopen Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks

US faces fresh cost crunch as mortgage rates hit 7%, oil tops $107 and gas prices surge

'What kind of confession is this?': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'terrorists would be roaming New York' remark goes viral, raises alarm online. Watch

Trump gifts Xi a bald eagle sculpture at White House dinner: Here’s what it symbolises

'We do not wish to continue. It's America that must choose': Iran president Pezeshkian calls on US to end war

Israeli envoy to US Yechiel Leiter’s son critically injured in West Bank ramming attack

Air India pilot suspended after failing pre-flight alcohol test on Zurich-Delhi route

Tesla is preparing something big for Optimus: new Gen 3 models surface in app

Xi Jinping's 'special plane' vs Trump's Air Force One: What's the difference?

What’s in a name? Trump’s 'Lake America' move gets a tit-for-tat response from Canada

WATCH: Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif refuses to answer on Hafeez Sayeed, walks away

Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder detained by NYPD outside UN Headquarters

Bias or safety concerns? Bengaluru CEO says firm will not hire men from UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, MP. Here's why

West Indies coach Sammy looking at India series as opportunity to finetune ahead of ODI World Cup 2027 qualifiers

'Fund people, not bombs': Hundreds take to New York streets as Netanyahu delivers speech at UN; dozens arrested

Meet Adrian Abraham: 9-year-old Indian-origin guitar prodigy aiming for a Guinness World Record

Scientists detect first radio signals directly from faraway planet

Trump's welcome to Xi demonstrates 'attraction' to dictators: Chuck Schumer

WION Iconic Tourism Summit 2026: Union Minister Shekhawat on 'experiential travel', peace diplomacy

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Yemen called Trump for US military support in fight against Houthis: Official

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'Making history': Xi Jinping praises Trump as US-China leaders dine at White House

OpenAI is building AI to fight cyber threats: What GPT-6 Cyber means for security

Nations League: Germany draw on Klopp debut; Portugal, Norway win

Myanmar training camp case: US national, 6 Ukrainians allowed to meet their families abroad

Farhan, who went viral for AK47 celebration vs India in Asia Cup, hopes to lead Pakistan beyond Asian Games

‘Not just a local tragedy’: Nepal PM Shah warns UN of growing climate threat, says Nepal floods were 'a warning to the world'

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China to test supersonic jet that moves at Mach 2, double the speed of sound

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Outrage erupts after 3-year-old is married to 60-year-old man in Pakistan, link to her sister's murder being probed

UNGA 2026: Israeli PM attacks Britain, France for past colonialism

‘We’ve never gotten along better’: Trump praises Xi, jokes about White House ballroom at high-stakes state dinner

Bollywood mourns Mushtaq Khan: Sunny Deol, Rajpal Yadav and others pay tribute

The ongoing Hindenburg controversy casts a shadow over SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch's credibility. Particularly the accusation of conflicts of interest while holding the post of the head of SEBI. However, former SEBI Chief, M. Damodaran, in a media television interview, referring to Buch and the regulator's response to the allegations, said, "On the basis of the information I have, I have no major problem." however, with the clamour for an independent probe growing, Tushar Kumar, an advocate of the Supreme Court of India, from a legal viewpoint, suggested that "She should provide detailed documentation of her financial dealings and investments to establish their legitimacy and dissociate them from her role at SEBI." Kumar noted, "Additionally, Buch should engage legal counsel to address any potential conflicts of interest and to navigate the allegations effectively." he added: "SEBI must conduct an independent review of the claims to maintain the regulator's credibility and uphold market integrity."

Hindenburg vs SEBI Chief: Credibility crisis staring at SEBI Chief?

The South Korean government plans to increase spending next year to prop up an economy that is predicted to decline. Among the measures they have pledged is more funding for semiconductors and other expanding industries like K-Pop culture. The finance ministry announced that the government intends to spend 677.4 trillion won (512 billion dollars) in 2025. This marks a 3.2 percent rise over the current year's budget. Compared to this year, when the budget increased by 2.8 percent, that rate of growth would be more rapid.

Korean officials eye K-Pop to prop economy

As Pakistan faces a staggering rise in electricity costs, solar panels are rapidly becoming a common sight on rooftops across the country. Islamabad, in particular, is now a landscape dotted with these glinting squares, a testament to a growing trend driven more by economic necessity than environmental concern.

Power bills push solar investments in Pakistan

Reports suggest the ultra-rich are fleeing to tax havens while the middle and lower classes are left shouldering the burden of soaring taxes and inflation fueled by reckless government policies. Are governments preoccupied with conflicts and pandering to the wealthy and abandoning the people they should protect?

Rich flee high taxes, middle class foots the bill

Investors will eye the earnings report from AI-Darling, nVIDIA. The real question: Will the earnings reports reflect the euphoria surrounding artificial intelligence in real numbers?

Will tech earnings reports reflect AI euphoria?

Israel's budget discussions have stalled as the nation grapples with the ongoing war in Gaza and rising tensions with Hezbollah. Prime Minister Netanyahu and Finance Minister Smotrich have yet to explain the delay.

Israel's budget stalled amid war & economic strain

The Indian government has reportedly launched a major investigation into Telegram, examining the platform’s potential involvement in criminal activities such as extortion and gambling. This probe could result in a ban if the findings warrant it.

Is Telegram’s future in India uncertain?

India’s economic survey proposed a significant shift in monetary policy: excluding food prices from the inflation measure. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s August bulletin, this move could address persistent issues with high food inflation. But will this simplification overlook the economic strain facing Indian households?

India's inflation debate: To include or exclude food?

Germany, once a beacon of economic stability in Europe, is now facing a growing crisis. The IFO business climate index, a key indicator of economic sentiment, has plummeted to its lowest level in months. This signals a significant downturn in the German economy.

Germany faces recession risk as economic indicators worsen

The Bank of Maldives has reversed its decision to suspend foreign transactions on cards linked to Maldivian rufiyaa accounts, just hours after announcing the change.

Bank of Maldives reverses foreign card rule changes

Now we delve into the ongoing turmoil in China's stock market. Despite numerous government interventions, the market continues to nosedive, leaving investors reeling. Take a look at this next report for more…

China's retail investors turn to fixed-income over stocks

Bank of China president Liu Jin has resigned from his position. Liu, who was appointed in April 2021, stepped down for personal reasons after a little over three years in the role.

Liu Jin steps down as Bank of China President

Home insurance in Australia is becoming a significant financial burden for many households. As the frequency and severity of natural disasters increase due to climate change, insurance premiums are skyrocketing. This rising cost is putting strain on homeowners' budgets and threatening the stability of mortgage loans.

Climate risks drive record home insurance rates in Australia

Let’s take a closer look at the financial reality of India's growing gig economy. A new survey sheds light on the challenges faced by gig workers, from low earnings to a lack of financial literacy. Watch for more information

Financial struggles of India's gig workers | World Business Watch | WION

There is a profound change taking place in the world of finance. The US dollar has dominated global investment and commerce for many years. However, a fresh rival is now on the rise: the Chinese Yuan. As a result of China's deliberate attempts to lessen its reliance on the dollar, the yuan now accounts for a record portion of international payments. This achievement is a major step toward the creation of a more multipolar global monetary system.

Beijing's currency push continues despite economic headwinds | World Business Watch | WION

The global financial landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the U.S. Dollar has reigned supreme, dominating international trade and investment. But now, a new challenger is emerging: the Chinese Yuan. The yuan's share in global payments has reached a historic high, a testament to China's strategic efforts to reduce reliance on the dollar. This milestone marks a significant step towards a more multipolar international monetary system.

China's currency gains ground amid downturn | World Business Watch | WION

In a critical campaign stop in Las Vegas, Republican nominee Donald Trump laid out his economic agenda, focusing on renewing the expiring tax cuts from his 2017 tax law. These cuts, set to expire next year, are estimated to cost 4.6 Trillion Dollars if extended. This could pose a significant challenge to the federal deficit.

Tax debate takes centre stage in U.S. Election | World Business Watch | WION

Now, we turn our attention to the latest in the U.S. Sanctions on Russia. Russia's MMC Norilsk Nickel Pjsc has warned that challenges with cross-border payments hit its bottom line. This came just before the U.S. Imposed sanctions on the firm's copper unit...And other affiliates that supply services to the miner on Friday.

Targeted U.S. Sanctions weigh on Russian businesses | World Business Watch | WION

The new head of Bangladesh's Central Bank said the country is requesting an extra $3 billion in emergency aid from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This is to recover from the recent political unrest.

Bangladesh seeks $3 Billion IMF emergency aid | World Business Watch | WION

Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, stated that the time has come for the institution to lower its benchmark policy rate. His remarks on Friday supported forecasts that the Fed will begin reducing interest rates next month in order to stop the labor market from falling off any more. The Fed Chief also stated that inflation has been declining in the direction of the bank's objective.

Fed Chief Powell convinced Inflation rate is on right path | World Business Watch | WION

A $2 trillion reckoning is on the horizon as global ports become pawns in geopolitics. The entry points to international trade must undergo expensive renovations to adapt to the new age of competition, automation, and renewable energy.

Global ports become pawns in geopolitics  | World Business Watch | WION

Amid the ongoing controversy between Hindenburg and the Adani Group, the family business of billionaire Gautam Adani plans to sell 500 million dollars worth shares of Ambuja cements. Watch in for more details!

Adani founders to raise $500 mn from cement unit share sale

Binance has decided to hire 1,000 employees, with most of the hiring earmarked for compliance roles. The crypto exchange Binance is spending more than 200 million dollars per year on regulatory compliance.

Binance CEO Richard Teng outlines employment goals

Target has its eye on consumer health and the prognosis is looking brighter than expected. The Minneapolis based retailer just reported its first rise in quarterly comparable sales in over a year, it was driven by strategic price cuts that have lowed Shoppers back. Watch in for more details!

Decoding consumer health through Target's earnings

You might be surprised to find out that fast food outlets are offering more than just quick meals—they’re also serving up valuable economic insights. Dive into this report to discover how wages and food prices intersect.

Flipping Burgers: Who benefitted the most?

Target's price slashes drive profit surge