Economics & Global Markets 77 articles

The long history of India standing firm against US threats since the Green Revolution

We often hear about global politics, trade wars, and countries trying to push each other around. It might seem like a recent thing, but for India, standing up to pressure from superpowers like the United States is a story that goes back decades. One of the most powerful examples of this happened long before the […]

India emerges as the global snack basket while Europe and China face production hurdles

Have you ever stopped to think about where your favourite crispy potato chips or golden French fries come from? For a long time, the answer might have been somewhere in Europe. But things are changing, and a new snacking superstar is rising on the world stage – India! In a fascinating turn of events, India […]

Economics & Global Markets
  • January 18, 2026

India receives invitation to join Trump’s Board of Peace for Gaza

In some major international news, India has just received a pretty significant invitation from the United States. Former US President Donald Trump’s team has asked India to join a brand new group called the “Board of Peace for Gaza.” This move highlights India’s growing importance on the world stage. But what is this board, and […]

Economics & Global Markets
  • January 18, 2026

Will smartphones become cheaper or more expensive after February 1st? Budget 2026 will reveal the secret!

Are you planning to buy a new smartphone? Maybe you’re eyeing the latest model, but the price tag is making you think twice. Well, you might want to hold on to your wallet for just a little while longer, because a big change could be on the horizon! Every year, all eyes are on the […]

Economics & Global Markets
  • January 18, 2026

Trump to impose 10% tariffs on Denmark and France starting February 1 over Greenland dispute

In a move that has sent shockwaves across the Atlantic, former US President Donald Trump has just thrown down the geopolitical gauntlet. Forget traditional trade disputes over steel or cars; this is about territory. In a stunning announcement on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared his intention to impose sweeping tariffs on a host of […]

Economics & Global Markets
  • January 16, 2026

What it will take for India to produce rare earth magnets at scale

If you own a smartphone, drive an electric vehicle (EV), or have ever undergone an MRI scan, you are relying on a piece of technology that is currently at the center of a massive geopolitical tug-of-war: Rare Earth Magnets. For years, the global supply chain for these tiny but powerful components has been dominated by […]

Economics & Global Markets
  • January 16, 2026

Venezuela’s Machado Presents Nobel Peace Prize To Trump During Meeting

In a move that has stunned political analysts and stirred controversy in Oslo, Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has done the unthinkable. During a high-stakes visit to the White House this Thursday, she presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump. The gesture marks a pivotal moment […]