In a world of US tariffs and West Asia crisis, it’s time for an India-Japan moment
At the Indo-Japan Conclave, corporate moguls said geopolitical factors should compel India and Japan to synergise for a long and successful partnership
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At the Indo-Japan Conclave, corporate moguls said geopolitical factors should compel India and Japan to synergise for a long and successful partnership
The S&P BSE Sensex fell 479.26 points, or 0.63%, to close at 76,009.70, while the NSE Nifty50 declined 118 points, or 0.49%, to settle at 23,913.70.
Marco Rubio was recently pressed over Donald Trump's 'hellhole' remark on India. Rubio's reply about 'stupid people' in the US has led to speculation over whether he had indirectly referred to Trump. Was it a jab at his boss or simply a brain-fade moment?
Donald Trump asked Pakistan to join the Abraham Accords and recognise Israel, linking it to any formal peace deal with Iran. Pakistan signalled resistance, with Khawaja Asif saying its fundamental ideologies could not be compromised.
US strikes in southern Iran jolted oil markets even as Washington and Tehran pursued a draft war deal in Doha. The moves underscored how quickly the Strait of Hormuz crisis could swing between de-escalation hopes and fresh disruption.
The S&P BSE Sensex was up 47.74 points, or 0.06%, at 76,536.70 in early trade, while the NSE Nifty50 gained 31.90 points, or 0.13%, to trade at 24,063.15.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sidestepped questions over President Donald Trump's endorsement of the "hellhole" remark about India and Indians.
In a lengthy Truth Social post about expanding the Abraham Accords after the Iran peace deal, Trump listed the world leaders he had spoken to over the weekend. But when it came to Pakistan, he did not mention Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Donald Trump said Iran should hand over its enriched uranium to the United States for destruction or allow it to be destroyed under international supervision at another agreed location. His remarks renew focus on Tehran’s enrichment activities and underline Washington’s continuing concerns about possible military implications.
Donald Trump said he urged leaders from several Muslim-majority nations to sign the Abraham Accords during high-level talks on Iran. He also warned that failure to secure a deal with Tehran could push the region back towards a far bigger conflict.
Benjamin Netanyahu has told confidants Israel has little room to influence Donald Trump as the US negotiates with Iran.
US President Donald Trump has reportedly urged Pakistan and several Muslim-majority nations to join the Abraham Accords after the Iran war ends, placing Shehbaz Sharif in a difficult spot as he balances growing US pressure with Pakistan’s deeply sensitive public stance on Palestine.
Donald Trump is pushing for a new political order in West Asia. Once the Iran war ends, he wants Arab countries to join the Abraham Accords.
US officials say Mojtaba Khamenei is hiding in a secure location and using couriers to communicate. The arrangement is slowing Iran-US contacts and deepening confusion within Iran's leadership.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was surprised with an early birthday celebration by Village People at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The moment unfolded during the US independence anniversary event, which also featured a performance by AR Rahman.
Speaking virtually at the US Embassy's 250th Independence Day celebration in New Delhi, Donald Trump praised India and PM Narendra Modi.
Donald Trump said the US would not rush a peace agreement with Iran and would keep the naval blockade in place. The remarks underlined unresolved disputes over Hormuz access, uranium disposal and the wider fallout of the conflict.
As hopes grow for a breakthrough in US-Iran talks and amid President Donald Trump’s tough messaging towards Tehran, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington remains committed to diplomacy, while signalling that military options would remain on the table if talks fail.
Benjamin Netanyahu told the US President that Israel must retain freedom to act against threats, including in Lebanon, as Washington advanced talks with Iran.
The Congress targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India would buy USD 500 billion in American goods over five years. The party said the announcement raised questions about the trade deal and why Washington was announcing key India-related moves first.
This episode of Statecraft covers major geopolitical shifts, starting with US President Donald Trump's proposed peace agreement with Iran. The draft understanding, which requires Arab states to join the Abraham Accords, challenges Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's long-standing strategy to isolate Tehran.
This edition of News Today examines the fourth fuel price hike in two weeks amid the West Asia crisis.
This edition of India First examines recent social media posts by US President Donald Trump stating that nations such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, and Iran should sign the Abraham Accords moving forward.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described India as one of America’s most important strategic allies, confirming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit the US for a standalone bilateral meeting in addition to the G20 summit.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor discussed the significance of US Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio's maiden four-day visit to India.
The UK and European nations are quietly easing sanctions on Russian oil due to soaring fuel prices following the Strait of Hormuz closure amid the US-Iran war.
The big talking point of this episode of News Today is the fuel prices hike. Another fuel jolt for the common man as petrol and diesel prices were once again hiked across the country.
PM Modi arrived in Oslo for the third India-Nordic Summit, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Norway in over four decades. The summit focussed on green technology, supply chain resilience, and digital governance.
The Congress party has selected VD Satheesan as the next Chief Minister of Kerala, following the United Democratic Front's assembly election victory. The six-time MLA will take the oath of office on May 18.
US President Donald Trump's high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing concluded with optics of warmth but no major breakthroughs on the West Asia war, Taiwan, or trade.
The Congress high command has named six-time legislator, VD Satheesan, as the new Chief Minister of Kerala following an 11-day deadlock.
This edition of So Sorry is a humorous take on how the failure of Iran war peace talks and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have become a big headache for US President Donald Trump.
Addressing the United States delegation during President Donald Trump's visit to China. President Xi Jinping said achieving the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand.
The latest edition of Statecraft covers major geopolitical shifts as US President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. The visit, occurring amid the ongoing West Asia conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade, focusses on trade, tariffs, and the Iran war.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who's considered close to President Donald Trump, has called for dumping Pakistan as mediator in the US-Iran talks, citing reports that Islamabad had allowed Iran to use their airbases to park military aircraft.
Ten days after securing a massive mandate in the Kerala assembly elections, the Congress party has yet to finalise its Chief Minister.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay on Wednesday won the crucial floor test in the state assembly with the support of 144 MLAs.
The Central Bureau of Investigation has intensified its probe into the NEET paper leak, arresting five individuals and tracing distribution networks across several states.
US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a state visit during which he will discuss a host of global issues, including the Iran war, with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
In this edition of India Today Global, watch Geeta Mohan's ground report from Behesht-e Zahra cemetery where Iranians gathered to pay their respects to fallen commanders and the eighty-seven sailors who died when an American torpedo sank an Iranian ship off the Sri Lankan coast.