Strait of Hormuz Oil Flows Are Near Pre-War Levels — Carried by Ships Nobody Can See
The world’s most-watched oil number has acquired a strange property seven months into the Iran war: nobody can measure it. On 29 September 2026, JPMorgan…
Global Economy
Iran War Stock Market Impact: Sensex’s Rs 9 Lakh Crore Week
Key Takeaways President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, then denied reports — carried by Axios and…
Two Chokepoints, One War: Why Trump Is Weighing a “Massive Attack” as Hormuz Diplomacy Collapses
Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal carried by Iraq’s prime minister, retaliated with drone strikes on American-linked sites in Bahrain and Jordan, and President…
Bab el-Mandeb Strait vs Strait of Hormuz: The Dual-Chokepoint Crisis Shaking Global Trade
Situated between Yemen on the Arabian Peninsula and Djibouti and Eritrea in the Horn of Africa, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait is one of the world’s…
Why Is Gold Price Rising Despite Falling From Its Peak?
Gold is trading roughly 30 percent below the record it set in January 2026, even as the war that many assumed would keep pushing it…
The Great Rebalancing: Why the World’s Centre of Gravity Is Moving East
On 16 December 1971, India recorded one of the most decisive military victories of the Cold War. The surrender of Pakistani forces in Dhaka created…
Iran News: Trump Keeps Talks Alive as India Moves to Shield Economy From Strait of Hormuz Risks
Market is Watching Iran News as Fresh military exchanges, new U.S. sanctions and continued diplomatic contacts between Washington and Tehran have kept the Strait of…
RBI Gold Reserves Hit $115.8 Billion: Should You Be Investing in Gold in India Now?
India’s official RBI gold reserves have reached $115.8 billion , with gold now accounting for 17% of the country’s foreign exchange reserves. While soaring global…
India’s Forex Reserves Fall by $5.65 Billion: Why It Matters for National Security and Economic Resilience
India’s foreign exchange (forex) reserves declined by $5.65 billion to $666.93 billion for the week ended June 26, according to data released by the Reserve…
Silver Market Analysis
Silver Price Today: Why Is Silver Falling Today? Silver prices remain under pressure as investors reassess Federal Reserve policy, Treasury yields and the US dollar….
US Iran War Escalates Again: Strait of Hormuz Remains Open as Markets Brace for Monday
The US Iran war has entered a new phase after fresh military exchanges over the weekend. While the Strait of Hormuz remains open, rising geopolitical…
Gold Price Analysis: Is a New Gold Super Cycle Beginning? Why Central Banks, China and Global Debt Could Shape the Next Decade
Is gold entering a new super cycle? This detailed Gold Price Analysis examines central bank buying, China’s growing gold reserves, Federal Reserve policy, global debt…
Why Does the India Shipbuilding Industry Lag Behind?
The world’s fifth-largest economy depends on maritime trade, yet remains a minor player in the industry that builds the ships carrying it. India’s Maritime Paradox…
The Future of Our Children in the Age of AI
If machines can think, learn, and work, what skills will tomorrow’s children need to thrive? A child entering first grade this year will likely retire…
Global Economy on a Ventilator, But India is Riding a Bullet Train: The Hidden Truth Behind the IMF’s 2026 Report
Macroeconomics & Markets | Special Report Imagine your entire neighborhood is dealing with a massive power cut, severe water shortage, and a street fight, but…
The Hormuz Crisis Is No Longer Just a War Story. It Is Becoming a Cost-of-Living Shock
Hormuz crisis economic impact is no longer a niche policy subject or a faraway war file. It is becoming a cost story. The missiles grab…
THE PAVILION STRATEGY: Why New Delhi is Just ‘Watching the Points Table’ While Islamabad Sweats on the Pitch
NEW DELHI: It is the ultimate test match of global diplomacy. In Islamabad, Pakistan is swinging wildly, trying to hit a geopolitical six while American…
Why India Is Allowing Some Ships to Bring Iran Cargo Despite the War
As the Iran war continues to disrupt shipping in the Gulf, India has started giving special waivers to some ships carrying Iran-linked cargo. At first…
From oil prices to Dalal Street, the fallout has already begun — and the next phase could be worse
The world is running out of time at Hormuz. From oil prices to Dalal Street, the fallout has already begun — and the next phase…
The Great American Bluff: How Trump Exposed Washington’s Deepest Weaknesses
By Shiwangi Priya | The Eastern Strategist Exclusive Briefing Washington defense analysts need to swallow a bitter truth. Trump exposed Washington’s deepest weaknesses, and the…
7 Explosive Strategic Shifts: How the US–Israel–Iran War Could Reshape India’s Future
The Middle East stands at a historic inflection point. As U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iranian targets intensify and Tehran retaliates across the Gulf, the regional balance…
The 18% Gambit: How India Escaped the BRICS Tariff Trap
India has secured a game-changing 18% tariff rate from the U.S., effectively splitting from the BRICS bloc. Uncover the details of this strategic deal, including…
The Bullion Rollercoaster 2026: Gold and Silver Enter the ‘Great Shake-Out’
Gold and silver price outlook 2026 — Domestic bullion markets are attempting a technical recovery after a brutal “Flash Friday” liquidation. Current Market Price (CMP)…
Strategic Brief: The India-US Trade “Handshake”
As the Indo-Pacific landscape shifts, today’s developments in the India-US trade deal signal a major breakthrough in strategic alignment. Beyond tariffs, this brief explores how…