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Trump revives India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor as India emerges central to West Asia’s future: What is it?

Erdogan again raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, calls for dialogue under UN Charter

Major League Soccer referee sacked for sexist comment about female match referee

Trump signs Greenland security deal with Denmark, paving way for two new US military bases

IND vs JPN T20I: How an overturned wide became point of difference between India's win and a tie

Trump-Xi summit: From trade to Taiwan, what will the US and Chinese presidents discuss in Washington?

Cyclone Arnab: Landfall expected before midnight tomorrow as IMD issues orange alerts across six states

ICC plans T20I expansion and fewer ODIs in 2027–2031 FTP cycle: Report

US-China tech war: Businesses in the front line

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Nor'easter could batter 13 US states this week. What you should know

WION Iconic Tourism Summit: Seychelles envoy says India partnership is important for Seychelles

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

Bomb scare in New York amid UNGA: Suspicious suitcase found near UN headquarters

IND vs JPN, one-off T20I: Japan captain Kendel on pushing India to the brink - ‘It was special’

Mikel Arteta verbally agrees to three-year extension with Arsenal after title-winning Premier League season

WION Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026: Key voices to discuss India’s tourism future

WION Iconic Tourism Summit and Iconic Awards 2026: India's travel economy leaders gather in Delhi

New OTT releases this week (September 21-27, 2026): Shaque: Trust No One, Hunkkaar, Don’t Be Shy- 5 new titles coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more

81st UN General Assembly: Burnham announces UK-US AI defence tie-up

Trump calls on nations to quit ‘rogue’ and ‘out-of-control’ International Criminal Court, rips UN

Infections transmitted from pregnant woman linked to autism risk

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

Elephants hide behind trees, stage surprise attack on poachers targeting rhinos in South Africa

IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla sent on leave amid Sahil Wakode death probe

National Film Awards 2026: Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty, Yami Gautam, Randeep Hooda and other key winners

El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years

Anne Hathaway to run in supporting race for Nolan's epic

Over 4,200 books withdrawn from circulation in J&K colleges, 94% from Kashmir

From Gaddafi tearing up UN Charter to Trump’s ‘escalatorgate’: Most unforgettable UNGA moments

Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit

Asia prepares for record El Nino, food shock 

Forget apps: Qualcomm CEO says AI agents will change how we use smartphones

Four female students raped during 'Red Zone' at California university. What we know

Germany's high-stakes federal election is scheduled for Sunday. European stock markets are pricing in a near-perfect result. However, the risk is that investors may be more vulnerable to unpleasant surprises from the election outcome.

German election risk to record high European stocks

Ukraine, long known for its vast mineral wealth, is now at the center of a global power struggle. Beneath its soil lies trillions worth of critical minerals, including rare earth metals essential for everything from electronics to defense technologies. This report delves into why these minerals are so valuable, what’s at stake for both Ukraine and the US, and what the complex negotiations are unfolding behind the scenes.

US-Ukraine critical minerals deal: What's at stake?

Businesses across the UK are facing significant challenges as they prepare for a tax hike, with one in four companies planning to lay off staff. This marks the highest proportion of employers considering redundancies in the past decade, excluding the pandemic.

UK Chancellor's budget spurs job cuts & investment delays

Baidu’s Hong Kong shares plunged on Monday, wiping out $2.4 billion from its market value. The company’s stock dropped as much as 8.8%, before closing down 7%. Baidu became the biggest loser on both the Hang Seng index and the Hang Seng Tech index. The sharp decline followed speculation triggered by the absence of Baidu’s founder, robin li, at a rare symposium hosted by President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

Baidu's market value drops $2.4 bn amid speculation

Asian shares were muted in early trade on Tuesday, and the dollar wobbled near two-month lows. On the other hand, European stocks surged to lifetime peaks driven by the prospect of increased defence spending to back up any Ukraine peace deal.

Defence & aerospace stocks gauge surges to a record

Sri Lanka’s economy is projected to grow by 5% in 2025, according to President Anura Dissanayake. He presented the country’s first full-year budget under the national people’s power government. This budget is a crucial step in Sri Lanka's post-crisis recovery, with a primary focus on fiscal discipline and long-term stability. The government is targeting a budget deficit of 6.7% of GDP, slightly reduced from 6.8% in 2024.

Sri Lanka’s 2025 budget focuses on recovery

India’s bilateral merchandise trade with the United States has seen an 8% increase, reaching over $106 billion for the ten months through January. Merchandise exports to the US have risen to $68.47 billion from $62.84 billion a year ago, while imports also grew. India’s growing trade with the US is expected to benefit both countries further.

India-US trade reaches $106 bn in 10 months, up 8%

Australia will implement a two-year ban on foreign buyers purchasing established homes starting April 1.  Housing minister Clare O'Neil announced the move, which aims to make more homes available to local buyers, potentially freeing up 1,800 properties annually.

Australia bans foreign investment in established homes for 2 years

As US President Donald Trump seeks an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, Europe seems unprepared to take on its substantial share of the responsibility to protect Ukraine and expand its defence. Trump is starting to tell the leaders of the European Union how to end the conflict in Ukraine. However, his demands are going to test the limits of the EU.

Trump's Ukraine plans mean a $3 tn bill for Europe

US President Donald Trump has declared BRICS "Dead". This comes just months after repeatedly threatening 100% tariffs on its members over "de-dollarization" efforts. But why is Trump so concerned about BRICS? Why does the US see any move away from the dollar as a direct threat? And where does India stand in this evolving economic battle?

The Geopolitics of Currency: Why the dollar still rules

Cyberattacks in India are rising fast—far above the global average. The dark web is fueling this surge, with millions of user data up for sale. As threats grow, is India prepared to fight back?

Inside India's 'dark web' of cybercrime

Argentina’s President Javier Milei is under fire after endorsing a cryptocurrency that saw a dramatic rise and fall within hours. The digital token, named $-libra, was promoted by Milei on the social media platform X, where he described it as an investment tool that could boost Argentina’s economy.

Milei’s crypto post triggers $4.6 bn surge, then crash

Indian skies are set to get busier as the country’s airlines push for greater international dominance. With rising affluence, a growing middle class, and increasing connectivity, India's air travel demand is set to soar. India's biggest air carriers—Indigo, Air India, and Akasa Air—are expanding aggressively, aiming for Indian carriers to claim over 50% of the international market share in 2025. Watch in for more details!

Indian skies to get busier in 2025

The U.S. President's 'The Big One' on tariffs is underway. He signed an executive order instructing his administration to look into reciprocal tariffs. Trump's explanation for the reciprocal tariff plan is simple: "We charge you what you charge us." We look at the impact of these U.S. import taxes and break it down in this next report... Take a look...

Reciprocal tariffs already a winning bet?

We track the state of the U.S. economy by breaking down the numbers in retail sales data from January. The decline in retail sales suggests a cooling consumer sector, a critical component of economic growth. While December's retail data was revised higher, the sharp pullback in January indicates caution among consumers. Watch in for more details!

US consumer spending takes a hit

Luxury fashion giant Hermes posted better-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, reinforcing its resilience amid a broader slowdown in the high-end retail sector. The company reported a 17.6% year-on-year revenue increase at constant exchange rates, reaching $4.15 billion. Full-year sales climbed 14.7%, signaling continued strength despite macroeconomic headwinds. Watch in for more details!

Hermes thrives amid luxury market turmoil

In a series of encounters in Pakistan, 15 terrorists and 4 soldiers were killed. The clashes took place in volatile regions as security forces continued their efforts to combat terrorism.

Pakistan: 6 terrorists gunned down in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district

Wall Street ended the week with mixed results as investors assessed trade developments and inflation data. The S&P 500 was little changed on Friday, while the Nasdaq Composite rose marginally. Despite Friday's pause, all three major indexes finished the week higher, driven by greater clarity on U.S. trade policy and cooling inflation indicators. The S&P 500 gained 1.5% for the week, the Dow advanced 0.6%, and the Nasdaq climbed 2.6%. Watch in for more details!

Asian markets trade mixed as tariffs make headlines

The Indian rupee made a significant comeback to mark its best week in 19 months after falling to a record low. The currency was lifted by the central bank's heavy intervention in the foreign exchange market, keeping speculators betting against the rupee at bay. Watch in for more details!

Heavy RBI intervention helps record low rupee

India’s stock market has suffered a major setback in recent weeks, with its total market capitalization dropping below 4 trillion dollars for the first time in over 14 months. A combination of falling benchmark indices, foreign investor outflows, and currency depreciation has contributed to this downturn, making India the worst-performing major market in 2025.

India among worst performing market

The economic offences wing of the Mumbai police has arrested Hitesh Mehta, the former general manager and head of accounts at New India Cooperative Bank, in a 122 crore rupees embezzlement case. The arrest comes just days after the Reserve Bank of India imposed strict restrictions on the bank over financial irregularities.

New India cooperative bank under RBI lens

In the latest escalation in the global trade war, U.S. President Donald Trump declared an additional 25 percent tax on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States. In this next report, we dive into the implications of Trump's tariffs on Asia; take a look...

What Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminum mean for Asia

Trump's tariff war: Asia's winners and losers

There is a major shake-up in global trade as U.S. President Donald Trump moves forward with his "Fair and Reciprocal Plan." This new strategy aims to level the playing field for American businesses by imposing tariffs that match or exceed those placed on U.S. goods by other countries.

Trump reshaping the global tariff landscape?

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has signed a significant contract with British Petroleum (BP). Under this agreement, BP will serve as the technical services provider for the Mumbai High Field, a key asset for India's energy sector. During the sidelines of the recently concluded India Energy Week, we spoke to Arunangshu Sarkar, Director of Strategy & Corporate Affairs at ONGC, about the details of this deal. Listen in...

Mumbai High Field gets tech boost

Sri Lanka’s new president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is set to present his first full-year budget on Monday, outlining economic policies and revenue goals.

Sri Lanka unveils first budget under Dissanayake