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Fears of Hormuz-like chokehold by China: Where India stands amid global churn | Point Blank by Shishir Gupta

India, July 27 -- The latest 'Point Blank' conversation between HT Executive Editor Shishir Gupta and anchor Aayesha Varma sketched a world where US-China rivalry, contested seas, and an expanding Mid... Read More


INR settles higher; driven by a steep correction in crude oil prices

Mumbai, July 27 -- The Indian rupee appreciated sharply by 61 paise to close at 95.92 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, driven by a steep correction in crude oil prices after the US and I... Read More


Maldives urges SAARC revival for "regional peace and cooperation"

Male, July 27 -- Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Sunday called for the revival of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), urging member states to resolve differences via di... Read More


Turkmenistan condemns attack on Iranian vessel in Caspian SeaPublished on: July 27, 2026 4:48 PM

Pakistan, July 27 -- Turkmenistan has condemned the reported attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, describing any military action in the strategically important waterway as "unacc... Read More


What is Kyle Kuzma's net worth? All we know as NBA champion takes brutal dig at NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani

India, July 27 -- Kyle Kuzma, a forward for the Milwaukee Bucks, has added his voice to the increasing number of people condemning New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani after the mayor labeled Israeli Pr... Read More


Trump says US halted strikes on Iran after Tehran says "Please stop, let's meet"

Washington DC, July 27 -- US President Donald Trump on Monday said Washington paused its recent military strikes on Iran after Tehran requested a meeting and urged a halt to military action, while war... Read More


U.S. Dollar Ticks Higher As Easing Middle East Tensions Lowers Fed Rate Hike Expectations

India, July 27 -- The U.S. Dollar value ended nearly flat following the U.S. decision to halt strikes on Iran after 13 consecutive nights of bombardment and prioritize peace talks over military aggres... Read More


Trump says he is ready for "strong military action" if Iran talks "don't work out", reports Axios

Washington DC, July 27 -- US President Donald Trump on Monday said that he is prepared to resume "very strong military action" against Iran if ongoing diplomatic efforts fail, even as he confirmed tha... Read More


Nifty ends near 24,000, breaks 5-session losing run on oil-led relief rally

Mumbai, July 27 -- Key equity benchmarks snapped a five-session losing streak on Monday, with the Nifty closing near the 24,000 mark. The rally was fuelled by lower crude oil prices, easing geopolitic... Read More


US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Iran Rejects Oman's Strait of Hormuz Proposal, Continues Indirect Talks With US Through Mediators

India, July 27 -- Diplomatic efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East continue alongside fresh security developments across the region. While Iran and Oman are making progress in technical discussi... Read More