Washington, April 16 (IANS) The Trump administration has intensified its economic campaign against Iran, warning of tougher sanctions, including secondary penalties on countries and banks dealing with Iranian oil, as part of what officials described as a broader strategy combining financial and geopolitical pressure.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) The global economy is set to slow in 2026 as war-driven disruptions in energy supplies and trade routes push up prices and dent growth, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said, warning of tougher conditions if the conflict persists.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) Tax exemptions on overtime and targeted relief for small businesses have emerged as key drivers behind the uptake of President Donald Trump’s tax cuts, according to the White House.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) The United States is pushing for global alignment on digital asset regulations, with India seen as a key partner in shaping future standards, according to participants at a policy discussion.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) The White House has stated negotiations with Iran remain “productive and ongoing,” even as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue to shape the pace and outcome of the talks.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) India’s economy is expected to remain resilient even as global growth slows amid war-driven disruptions, with strong fundamentals helping it outperform most economies, the International Monetary Fund’s Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has said.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) The Trump administration has linked the outlook for US fuel prices to developments in the Iran conflict, saying a sustained drop in gasoline costs will depend on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and progress in ongoing negotiations.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) President Donald Trump’s working families tax cuts have delivered record refunds and broad relief to millions of Americans, the White House stated, citing strong uptake across key provisions such as no tax on overtime and tips.
Washington, April 16 (IANS) India’s deep pool of technology talent is emerging as a critical factor in the global race to build digital asset infrastructure, participants at a policy discussion have said.
Kathmandu, April 15 (IANS) The Nepal government on Wednesday announced the formation of a commission to investigate the assets of key political office holders and senior bureaucratic officials who have held public office over the past two decades, amid allegations of rampant corruption involving such individuals.
