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What does car tech have to do with US-Iran war? Answer lies in 1970s dual shock

Updated on Apr 12, 2026 11:34 IST

An old tow truck that was the inspiration for character 'Tow Mater' in the Pixar movie 'Cars'. Such big truck-like vehicles remain a major cultural motif in America.

A rare winner in the war on Iran is China

China is still the region’s biggest oil customer. Trade between China and West Asia, which has tripled in the past two decades, will continue to grow. The region has also become an increasingly important market for Chinese exports. (AFP)

Published on Apr 11, 2026 18:14 IST

15 ships a day, subject to approval: Curbs remain on Hormuz as Iran regulates

Updated on Apr 9, 2026 16:39 IST

Bye, bye to the Trump trades

U.S. President Donald Trump gestures, as he heads back to the Oval Office, on the day of the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll, in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 6, 2026. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Updated on Apr 8, 2026 07:05 IST

Iran trolls Trump after US agrees to ceasefire moments before Hormuz deadline

Iran trolls Donald Trump with Lego video.

Updated on Apr 8, 2026 06:04 IST

Oil plunges 14%, stocks jump up to 5.6% as US-Iran ceasefire reopens Hormuz

Oil prices surged after Israeli strikes hit Iranian facilities at a major Gulf gas field on March 18, 2026, prompting Tehran to call for retaliatory strikes on energy infrastructure.

Published on Apr 8, 2026 03:27 IST

Saudi Arabia’s Grand Vision Slams Into Financial Reality—and the Iran War

Over the past year, the world’s largest oil exporter began pulling back on many of its promised projects and investments, met with budget shortfalls and unrealistic designs.

Updated on Apr 6, 2026 04:29 IST

US, Iran in talks for 45-day ceasefire? Here's what report suggests

Updated on Apr 6, 2026 06:46 IST

Trump extends Iran deadline: What to expect if Tehran doesn't oblige?

US President Donald Trump arrives from the Blue Room to speak about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington.

Updated on Apr 6, 2026 03:42 IST

Iran strikes across Mideast as US, Israel hit Tehran; war intensifies into fifth

Israeli security forces and rescue teams inspect a site struck by an Iranian missile in Petah Tikva, Israel,Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Published on Apr 3, 2026 08:59 IST

Gold drops 2.8%, futures down 3.4% after Trump signals prolonged Iran campaign

Spot gold fell more than 2.8% to $4,622.59 per ounce as of 0719 GMT, after declining over 4% earlier and snapping a four-day winning streak.

Published on Apr 2, 2026 10:06 IST

‘Genius masterstroke’? Saudi's East-West Pipeline answer to Hormuz chokehold

While previous plans of building pipelines across the region have been repeatedly stalled, Maisoon Kafafy, a senior adviser to the Atlantic Council’s Middle East programmes, noted a change in mood to ‘operational reality.’

Updated on Apr 2, 2026 08:26 IST

Iran, Hormuz or ceasefire: What to expect from Trump's address amid war

Updated on Apr 2, 2026 24:26 IST

After Hormuz, now another Strait at risk: A month of US-Iran war recapped

A month on, the war that began on February 28 after US-Israeli strikes on Iran continues to disrupt the Gulf

Updated on Mar 31, 2026 10:33 IST

Oil down 1% after report says Trump open to ending campaign against Iran

Oil down 1% after report says Trump open to ending campaign against Iran

Published on Mar 31, 2026 03:04 IST

Want ships to cross Hormuz safely? Pay a toll. Report says Iran mulling new law

Cargo ships and tankers are seen off coast city of Fujairah, in the Strait of Hormuz in the northern Emirate.

Updated on Mar 26, 2026 08:09 IST

The Oil Supply Crunch Is Spreading From the Gulf to the Rest of the World

People queue to refuel at a petrol station in Hyderabad on March 25, 2026. Oil prices tumbled and stocks rose on March 25 on hopes for a de-escalation of the Middle East war after Washington sent a peace plan to Iran, while Tehran announced it will let "non-hostile" oil vessels through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. (Photo by NOAH SEELAM / AFP)

Updated on Mar 25, 2026 06:17 IST

From films to wine, war hits trade worldwide

The release of the film ‘Toxic’, starring Yash, has been postponed to June for fear of missing out on audience across the Gulf region. (X)

Published on Mar 25, 2026 24:50 IST

Why the US and Iran may exit a costly war

Also impinging on Trump’s calculus are angry pleas from US allies in West Asia who have borne the brunt of Iranian counterattacks. The persistent insecurity complex in the region pitting Iran against American allies has exploded into an inferno during this war. (AFP)

Published on Mar 24, 2026 14:39 IST

PM Modi chairs meet on food, fuel, fertiliser security amid West Asia crisis

PM Narendra Modi convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) as the conflict sparked by Israel and the US’s attacks on Iran entered its fourth week.

Updated on Mar 23, 2026 24:50 IST

Donald Trump, Iran trade threats over energy targets as war escalates

Trump and Iran escalate tensions over Gulf energy facilities, risking a regional crisis and impacting global markets amid ongoing military conflicts.

Published on Mar 22, 2026 10:53 IST

Iran says strike hit key nuclear facility as Mideast war enters week 4

Israel conducts an interception on the Israeli side of the border with Lebanon.

Updated on Mar 21, 2026 14:55 IST

Russia as a beneficiary in the US-Israel-Iran conflict

File photo of Russian President Vladimir Putin

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Published on Mar 20, 2026 10:27 IST

Why Social Security COLA might be bigger than expected in 2027

While current Social Security payments will not change immediately, the inflation trend could shape how much benefits increase in 2027.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 08:52 IST

Vietnam sees petrol prices shoot up overnight by 20% on fears of shortage

Petrol prices in Vietnam rose over 20% due to fears of oil shortages from the Middle East war, with gasoline reaching 30,690 dong per litre and diesel 33,420 dong.

Published on Mar 20, 2026 08:36 IST

‘Targeting of commercial shipping unacceptable’: India's message amid war

An Indian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carrier, Shivalik, arrives at Mundra Port via the Strait of Hormuz

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 08:57 IST

U.S. War Planes and Helicopters Kick Off Battle to Reopen Hormuz

The stepped-up operation is part of a multistage Pentagon plan to reduce the danger from Iranian armed boats, mines and cruise missiles, which have halted ship traffic through the waterway since early March.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 05:55 IST

US signals U-turn on Iran sanctions, may free stranded oil tankers

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said US could remove sanctions from Iranian crude stranded in the sea.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 01:24 IST

Taste by Vir Sanghvi: Why Dubai captivates Indian interest in US-Iran tensions

Smoke rising from an area near the Dubai International Airport after a drone attack hit a fuel tank, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.

Updated on Mar 18, 2026 04:29 IST

How Some Ships Are Sneaking Through the Strait of Hormuz

The Indian tanker Shivalik arrived at Mundra Port, in Gujarat, India, via the Strait of Hormuz, on Monday.

Published on Mar 17, 2026 05:47 IST

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