Page 161 - Latest News

US allies working on plan B for Strait of Hormuz if Trump walks away

Virtual meeting of around 40 nations showed the coalition of countries deem it necessary to begin preparations for having to reopen the strait without the US

8 killed, 95 injured after US-Israeli strikes hit Iran's B1 Bridge

The victims of the strike reportedly include Iranian travellers and residents of the local village who were near the infrastructure at the time of the attack

MSMEs: From survival to scale

To grow, micro, small and medium enterprises need finance that aligns with cash flows

Nepal court grants 2-day remand to former PM KP Oli in Gen-Z protest case

The bench of Judge Purushottam Khatiwada Kshetri at the Kathmandu District Court issued the order allowing investigators to continue the probe

'Civilisation cannot be destroyed by bombing': Iran slams Trump's threat

Iranian Mission to the UN said US President Trump's threat reflects 'ignorance, not strength'

Iran remains resolute against US-Israeli aggression: President Pezeshkian

Detailing the impact of the ongoing hostilities, Pezeshkian briefed his Azerbaijani counterpart on destruction of 'vital and industrial infra,' as well as strikes targeting 'schools' and 'hospitals'

Govt examining request from Bangladesh for supply of diesel, says MEA

The inputs were shared by the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiwal during a weekly presser

Trump's White House ballroom gets final nod days after judge halts work

A vote of 8-1, with two commissioners voting present and one absent, allowed the plan to move forward

US voices concern over detentions of Panama-flagged vessels by China

The statement came after China reportedly detained Panama-flagged ships for inspections at Chinese ports

India in 'Goldilocks moment' marked by robust growth: ICICI Bank CEO

He highlighted transformative role of India's digital public infrastructure, including Aadhaar and UPI, in advancing financial inclusion, enhancing efficiency, and fostering innovation across sectors

Tesla sales rise after year of Musk boycotts but still miss expectations

Tesla has had to contend with lower demand due to the September expiration of a $7,500 tax credit for EV buyers, a blow to sales across the industry

Amazon to slap 3.5% fuel surcharge on third-party sellers in US, Canada

The temporary charge is effective April 17 for many of the sellers who use Amazon's fulfillment services, the online behemoth confirmed

US crude jumps over 11%, Brent nearly 8% as Trump vows more attacks on Iran

US West Texas Intermediate ​crude futures rose $11.42, or 11.41 per cent, at $111.54 per barrel, settling at their biggest absolute price rise since 2020

Trump to impose up to 100% tariffs on imported drugs with some exemptions

Duties for products made by certain larger companies will take effect in 120 days, while items from smaller manufacturers won't be hit for another 180 days, according to a White House statement

Trump appoints Todd Blanche acting attorney general after Pam Bondi's exit

In her own statement, Bondi called the job 'the honor of a lifetime' and said she would be working over the next month to transition the position to Blanche

Hegseth asks US Army Chief Gen Randy George to step down: Pentagon

The move comes as the US and Israel continue a war against Iran, a mission that has recently seen the US send thousands of troops into the region for a possible ground operation

Best of BS Opinion: From war to AI, new pressures build on India's economy

Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today

Ecommerce tariffs: India open to a longer extension of the moratorium

This will give businesses greater predictability, says Goyal

'₹12,754 cr misclassified, ₹54,282 cr in pending utilisation certificates'

Audit shows delays, misbookings affecting transparency in Union accounts

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attends UK-led meet on reopening Hormuz

No talks with Iran on payments for Indian ships to transit via Hormuz: MEA