Escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, could pose near-term risks to global markets through higher energy prices, though India's underlying economic momentum remains relatively resilient, according to a report by Jefferies.
Security remained on high alert in Srinagar's Lal Chowk in Jammu and Kashmir as a precautionary measure following the protests by Shia Muslims against the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of ORF America, stated at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 that global conflicts necessitate "unexpected arrangements" and "carve outs" to balance geostrategic competition with economic stability. He noted that even during crises, the US remains conscious of gl
"US citizens in Kuwait should depart the country, if they can do so safely, using commercial or other available transportation options. US citizens unable to depart should shelter in place," the statement noted.
India's external sector outlook remains broadly manageable but faces rising risks from geopolitical developments in West Asia that could push up crude oil prices and widen the current account deficit (CAD), according to a recent research note by Yes Bank. The report noted that India recorded
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], March 5: India today is ready to move out and settle in another city for better opportunities. However, house shifting has been, and still remains, stressful for many customers. This is because India's unstructured logistics industry leaves customers worried ab
Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem stated that the group's recent strikes followed more than a year of restraint despite repeated Israeli violations. He highlighted ceasefire breaches, civilian casualties, and ongoing sovereignty violations, stressing that resistance remains legitimate a
After a continuous fall in the last three trading sessions, Indian share markets bounced back on Thursday from the oversold category and opened with gains, though volatility continues as overall investor sentiment remains weak due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Communist Party of India (CPI) Tamil Nadu State Secretary M Veerapandian on Wednesday stated that the party's primary objective remains the defeat of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), reinforcing their continued alliance with the DMK and Chief Minister MK Stalin.
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell expressed that he remains eager to continue playing T20 Internationals for Australia and has not set a retirement date, keeping the 2028 Olympics and the 2028 T20 World Cup in his plans, according to ESPNcricinfo.
Asia remains the most vulnerable region globally to sustained increases in oil prices due to its heavy reliance on imported energy and high trade openness, asserted a report by Invesco headlined 'Middle East Tensions - Impact on Asia.'