India-US trade talks underway as semiconductor and AI partnership gains pace

India-US trade talks underway as semiconductor and AI partnership gains pace

The talks come after changes in the US tariff regime prompted a review of the framework agreed upon earlier this year. India has proposed lowering tariffs on several American products and plans to significantly increase imports of US goods, including energy, aircraft, technology products and critical raw materials. 18 hours ago
Iran says no agreement finalised with US yet, stresses right to manage Hormuz Strait; Trump delays decision on Iran deal after Situation Room talks

Trump seeks to revise US-Iran deal to end war

Trump has reiterated that the key objective is ensuring Iran neither develops nor acquires nuclear weapons. While US officials remain optimistic about reaching a deal within days or weeks, Iranian leaders remain divided. 1 day ago
Trump imposed toughest Russia oil sanctions: Bessent

Trump imposed toughest Russia oil sanctions: Bessent

President Donald Trump directed sanctions against Russia's two largest oil companies, Lukoil and Rosneft, and criticized the Biden administration for implementing what he described as relatively mild measures. 3 days ago
India-bound oil tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz

India-bound oil tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz

An India-bound oil tanker, Nissos Keros, has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to arrive in Visakhapatnam on June 3. The development comes amid tensions in the region, with Iran regulating vessel movements through the strategic waterway. 4 days ago
Govt Clarifies No Plan To Monetise Gold Held By Temples

Gold, silver rise on safe-haven demand amid geopolitical uncertainty

Gold and silver prices edged higher amid rising safe-haven demand due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and cautious optimism over possible US-Iran peace negotiations.Gold futures traded slightly higher around ₹1,57,780, while silver futures gained over 0.6 per cent to trade near ₹2,72,379. 6 days ago
Trump undergoes annual medical exam

Trump undergoes annual medical exam

Donald Trump underwent a routine annual medical and dental examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center as public attention over his health continues ahead of his 80th birthday on June 14. 6 days ago
US forces strike Iranian missile launch sites, mine-laying boats

US forces strike Iranian missile launch sites, mine-laying boats

The development has raised concerns over the fragile truce between the US and Iran amid negotiations to end the conflict that has disrupted global energy supplies. The US naval blockade on Iranian ports has also intensified economic pressure on Tehran by restricting trade through the Strait of Hormuz 7 days ago