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Hawkish signals, Fed reforms: Five takeaways from Kevin Warsh's first FOMC meeting
The Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged, but Kevin Warsh's first FOMC meeting delivered hawkish signals, sweeping reform plans and a new communication style that left investors reassessing the path of US monetary policy
G7 turns into trade victory lap for India as UK, EU and US negotiations gather momentum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meetings at the G7 Summit delivered major trade gains for India, with the UK trade pact set to take effect from July 15, the EU targeting an FTA signing by year-end, and the US indicating a trade deal is close
PM Modi presses Trump on Hormuz, seafarer safety as India-US trade deal talks gather pace at G7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the ongoing G7 Summit in France
US intel warns Iran can shut Strait of Hormuz 'at will' after war, says report
US intelligence agencies have assessed that Iran now has the capability to effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses, giving Tehran a powerful new tool to influence the global economy
The return of Pacific Command: 5 signals about America’s changing view of Asia
In 2018, when the United States renamed its military's Pacific Command as the Indo-Pacific Command, Washington said the move reflected "a resolve and a lasting commitment to our allies and partners" in the Indian Ocean region
Trump uses Cold War-era law to boost weapons production after Iran conflict
US President Donald Trump has directed American defence companies to ramp up weapons production, citing concerns that existing production bottlenecks could threaten US national security
US-Iran deal reportedly outlines $300 bn private investment fund; Trump says no US money involved
A proposed $300 billion private investment fund has reportedly been included in the US-Iran peace framework to support economic development in Iran, while President Donald Trump has denied that any US government money will be used for the initiative
US to immediately allow Iranian oil sales under deal to end conflict
The United States will immediately allow Iran to resume oil sales under a conflict-ending agreement expected to be signed this week, with sanctions relief tied to Tehran's compliance with nuclear and maritime commitments
G7 summit: PM Modi, Trump set for first bilateral meeting in 16 months
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France
PM Modi, Trump exchange greetings on sidelines of G7 Summit in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump briefly interacted on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France
From Iran and Israel to Ukraine: Here's what Trump said at the G7 Summit
Participating in the G7 Summit in France, US President Donald Trump spoke on a range of geopolitical issues, including Iran, Israel, the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war
FBI foils alleged drone attack plot targeting White House UFC event, says report
The FBI and its law enforcement partners have disrupted an alleged plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event held at the White House, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects and the launch of a wide-ranging investigation
‘Can’t be an executive deal’: US lawmakers wonder if Iran MoU is ‘secret’ as Trump leaves Congress guessing
US President Donald Trump's newly announced MoU with Iran is facing growing scrutiny on Capitol Hill, with lawmakers from both parties demanding more details about the agreement
'Don’t like to discuss it': Indian couple who donated $5.5 mn to boost healthcare infra in Texas
Indian-origin entrepreneurs and philanthropists Brij Agrawal and Sunita Agrawal have donated $5.5 million to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Texas, making one of the largest charitable contributions by members of the Indian diaspora
America's oil safety net is shrinking fast — reserve falls to lowest level since 1983
America's Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen to its lowest level since 1983 after massive wartime drawdowns aimed at curbing fuel prices, raising fresh questions about the country's energy security buffer
US gasoline falls below $4 a gallon, boosts Trump ahead of midterms
US gasoline prices have fallen below $4 a gallon for the first time since April as optimism over a US-Iran peace deal pushes oil prices lower, offering relief to consumers and a potential political boost to President Donald Trump ahead of the midterm elections
US to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets ahead of talks under proposed deal: Report
The United States will release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets before the start of negotiations with Tehran under a proposed peace framework that aims to end the conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease tensions in West Asia
Fifa World Cup: Why do we still argue over ‘soccer’ vs ‘football’?
The term ‘soccer’ originated from ‘association football’ in 1860s Britain and was widely used in the UK for decades. Donald Trump’s comments at the 2026 World Cup draw renewed debate over the word, despite its historical British origins and global acceptance
Trump turns 80: If you think that’s old, there are 16 world leaders senior to him
As Donald Trump turns 80 on Sunday (June 14 2026), he joins a small group of the world's oldest leaders. A Pew analysis found only 16 world leaders are older than the United States president. Firstpost examines how the United States compares with countries governed by ageing leaders across the globe
At 80, Trump remains the centre of gravity: What his political comeback means for India
US President Donald Trump turned 80 on Sunday. Even at 80, he remains one of the most influential political figures in the world. Yet, for India, Trump's legacy and political comeback present a paradox
Trump's UFC spectacle: How a $60 million fight night is taking over White House
The White House is preparing for a never-before-seen UFC event on President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, featuring a temporary arena, massive security operations, over 125,000 expected attendees and a legal challenge. Here's everything to know about the $60 million fight night set on the South Lawn
From oil embargo victim to global leader: US becomes world's top oil exporter
The United States has become the world's largest oil exporter, overtaking long-time energy giants Saudi Arabia and Russia in a dramatic shift that is reshaping global energy markets
'Regime Change' excerpt alleges White House scrambled to contain Epstein fallout
An upcoming book on US President Donald Trump's second term claims that Trump and his senior advisers were deeply concerned about the fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files and held multiple meetings to manage the growing controversy
Indian-origin leaders shine in Forbes list of 250 most successful America immigrants
As the US prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, Forbes has released a list of the 250 greatest living immigrants in America. Among the 250 featured on the list are 27 Indian-origin individuals, highlighting the growing influence of the Indian diaspora in the United States
Treasury refunds $22 billion in Trump tariffs, offsetting May duty collections
The US Treasury refunded nearly $22 billion in tariffs imposed under Donald Trump's trade policies in May, offsetting the month's duty collections and pushing net customs revenue into negative territory
Oil prices jump nearly 3% after fresh US strikes on Iran fuel fears of a prolonged West Asia conflict
Oil prices jumped nearly 3 per cent after fresh US strikes on Iran heightened fears of a prolonged West Asia conflict, raising concerns over global energy supplies and the Strait of Hormuz
'I love the inflation,' says Trump as US prices hit 3-year high amid Iran oil squeeze
US President Donald Trump said “I love the inflation” after US consumer prices rose 4.2 per cent in May, the highest level since 2023, linking the surge to operations targeting Iranian oil and predicting prices will fall once the conflict ends.
Trump family made $2.3 billion from crypto while retail investors lost same amount, says report
Risking little of their own money, the US president and his sons have added at least $2.3 billion to the family fortune from their main crypto ventures, while the investors they've wooed have taken a $2.3 billion hit, a Reuters examination found
Bill Gates faces Congressional questioning over Jeffrey Epstein ties
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to face questioning from US lawmakers over his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as investigators continue examining the late financier's network of influential contacts
China curbs rare earth exports. Now the minerals behind EVs, chips and missiles are getting pricier
China's export controls on key rare earth minerals have triggered a sharp rise in prices of materials used in electric vehicles, semiconductors and defence systems, exposing the world's dependence on Chinese supply chains