Opposition Moves to Impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Deepening Rift with NDA
Political tensions are set to intensify in Parliament as opposition parties prepare to move an impeachment notice against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The proposed action is likely to be introduced during the post-recess Budget session scheduled to begin in the second week of March. The move comes at a time when a no-confidence […]
T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan Clash in Colombo — Predicted XIs & Rain Threat
The biggest showdown of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to unfold as India take on Pakistan in Colombo on Sunday (February 15). With both teams targeting a place in the Super 8 stage, team combinations and pitch strategy will play a decisive role — especially on a surface at the R. […]
Mumbai Metro Construction Mishap in Mulund Leaves One Dead, Several Injured
A tragic accident occurred in Mulund, northeast Mumbai, on Saturday afternoon when a portion of an under-construction Mumbai Metro rail pillar collapsed onto a busy stretch of LBS Road. The incident, which took place around 12:20 pm opposite the Johnson & Johnson factory, resulted in the death of one person and left three to four […]
India–US Trade Framework Signals Strategic Reset Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts
The recently announced Joint India–US Statement on the Framework for an Interim Trade Agreement (February 7) marks a significant step in recalibrating bilateral economic ties between the two countries. The agreement, which introduces reciprocal tariff rates of 18%, represents the first phase of a three-stage roadmap that will eventually culminate in a comprehensive Bilateral Trade […]
India’s Passport Strength Improves in 2026: 56 Visa-Free Destinations Now Accessible
India’s global mobility standing has improved significantly in 2026, with the Indian passport moving up 10 places to secure the 75th rank in the latest Henley Passport Index. According to the 2026 edition of the Index, Indian passport holders now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 56 destinations worldwide. This marks a notable improvement from […]
Global Order Shifting After 70 Years: PM Modi Highlights India’s Reform-Driven Growth at ET GBS 2026
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Friday that the global order, which has remained in place for nearly seven decades, is undergoing a significant transformation because its foundation was built on a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Addressing the ET Now Global Business Summit (GBS) 2026 in New Delhi, the Prime Minister emphasized that India is […]
Gold & Silver ETFs Slide Sharply as Dollar Strengthens: Should Investors Buy the Dip or Stay Cautious?
Gold and silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) witnessed a sharp selloff on Friday, plunging up to 10% as a stronger-than-expected US jobs report pushed the dollar higher and reduced hopes of near-term interest rate cuts. The rally in the US dollar weighed heavily on precious metals, making dollar-denominated assets more expensive for global investors and dampening […]
US May Scale Back 50% Steel, Aluminium Tariffs as Trade Pressure Mounts
The US administration under President Donald Trump is reportedly reassessing its aggressive tariff regime on steel and aluminium, signaling a possible shift in trade policy after months of criticism from businesses and lawmakers. According to reports by the Financial Times and Bloomberg, officials at the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) are exploring options […]
India Set for Tactical Shake-Up Against Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026 Clash
The Indian cricket team is gearing up for one of the most anticipated fixtures of the T20 World Cup 2026 — a high-stakes encounter against Pakistan at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Having secured victories in their first two matches, India are on the brink of confirming a Super 8 […]
US Trade Uncertainty Grows as Trump’s Tariff Battles Cast Doubt on India Deal
Political and legal turbulence in Washington is raising fresh questions about the stability of American trade policy — and casting a shadow over the emerging US-India trade framework. A rare bipartisan rebuke in the US House of Representatives has challenged President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs on Canada. The House voted […]