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Middle East conflict raises stagflation risks for global economy, Asia, Europe more vulnerable: Report

March 18, 2026

NEW DELHI: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz since the start of March have...

Sri Lanka announces 4-day work week, declares Wednesdays off to save fuel amid Hormuz crisis

March 18, 2026

COLOMBO : Sri Lanka has moved to a four-day workweek as part of emergency measures to conserve fuel reserves amid a deepening global energy...

Arab maritime sector attracts nearly $4bn in foreign investment over 23 years : Dhaman

March 18, 2026

JEDDAH : Arab countries secured 146 foreign maritime transport projects worth nearly $4 billion over the past 23 years, according to a report by...

Achilles data shows ESG and Compliance Maturity improving across Global Supply Chains, despite Rising Disruption Pressures

March 18, 2026

ABINGDON: Achilles, a global leader in supply chain risk and performance management, has released new data outlining how ESG and compliance maturity across global...

Iran-Israel tensions create logistical challenges for India’s trade: Commerce Secretary

March 17, 2026

NEW DELHI: As the West Asia conflict entered its third week, Shri Rajesh Agrawal, Commerce Secretary on Monday flagged the logistical challenges for trade...

Merchandise exports grow 1.84% to US$ 402.93 billion in April–February 2025–26

March 17, 2026

NEW DELHI : India’s total exports of merchandise and services recorded steady growth during the current financial year, reaching $790.86 billion in April-February 2025-26,...