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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses his supporters at a public meeting in Guwahati, India, on Friday.
WORLD / Politics
Mar 16, 2026
Modi walks fine line between Iran and U.S. as war hits economy
The worsening conflict in the Middle East is causing severe gas shortages in India.
The U.S. trade representative announced an investigation into overcapacity on Wednesday.
BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 13, 2026
Japan listed in second U.S. trade investigation announced in as many days
Sixty jurisdictions are mentioned in the new inquiry, which deals with forced labor.
The U.S. is investigating a total of 16 jurisdictions for unfair trade practices related to excess capacity.
BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 12, 2026
U.S. to investigate Japan and other countries for unfair trade practices
President Donald Trump could impose tariffs based on findings of Section 301 inquiries.
Shipping containers are stacked at a terminal at the port of Los Angeles in Long Beach, California, on Tuesday.
BUSINESS
Mar 12, 2026
U.S. opens new unfair-trade probes to rebuild Trump’s tariff pressure
The investigation could lead to new tariffs imposed against China, the European Union, India, Japan, South Korea and Mexico by this summer.
A customer holds newly purchased iPhone 17 Pro at one of the Apple’s stores in Mumbai, India.
BUSINESS
Mar 10, 2026
Apple now makes about 25% of iPhones in India after China pivot
Even though the gap has narrowed, electronics assembly and component manufacturing still costs more in India than in countries including China and Vietnam.
India players celebrate with the trophy after winning the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India, on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Cricket
Mar 9, 2026
‘Virtually unbeatable’ India wins praise after third T20 World Cup crown
Opener Sanju Samson continued his prolific run with a third successive 80-plus score, earning him the player-of-the-tournament award.
Hinata Miyazawa fires on goal during Nadeshiko Japan's 11-0 romp over India on Saturday in Perth.
SOCCER
Mar 8, 2026
Japan hammers India 11-0 in Women’s Asian Cup mismatch
Yuzuki Yamamoto scored after just four minutes to begin Nadeshiko Japan’s rout in Perth.
Garment workers make clothing in the sewing section of a factory in Gazipur, Bangladesh
BUSINESS
Mar 7, 2026
Fast fashion garments pile up in South Asia as Middle East conflict grounds planes
South Asia is a clothes manufacturing powerhouse and fast fashion brands around the world rely on factories in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan.
Social media bans in India and Indonesia, with youthful populations and rapidly expanding economies, would deal a blow to global online platforms’ long-term growth plans.
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 7, 2026
Global social media bans gain steam with India and Indonesia
Bans in the two countries, with youthful populations and expanding economies, would deal a blow to global online platforms’ long-term growth plans.
An Iranian warship is struck by a U.S. torpedo in the Indian Ocean, from footage released by the U.S. Department of Defense on Wednesday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 7, 2026
U.S. submarine strike in Indian Ocean brings Iran war to Asia
By striking the warship IRIS Dena about 40 nautical miles off Sri Lanka’s coast, Washington signaled no Iranian vessel is beyond reach.
A researcher works in the vaccine laboratory of Panacea Biotec, a pharmaceutical company in New Delhi.
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
Mar 6, 2026
India moves closer to dengue vaccine as final trials underway
Dengue, which causes severe flu-like symptoms and debilitating body aches, has exploded globally, fueled by rising temperatures and densely populated cities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces a difficult situation as the Middle East conflict expands to an area squarely within India’s strategic neighborhood.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 6, 2026
U.S. sinking of Iranian warship piles pressure on India’s Modi
The U.S. attack took place just days after the Iranian ship had participated in a flagship Indian naval exercise at the invitation of New Delhi.
Electricite de France, Europe’s flagship builder, has struggled to deliver nuclear power projects on time and on budget.
WORLD / Science & Health
Mar 6, 2026
A global nuclear power renaissance isn’t living up to the hype
In much of the world, lofty nuclear ambitions are at odds with the reality of an industry hollowed out by decades of stagnation.
Inside a Uniqlo store in Mumbai. Uniqlo plans to accelerate store openings in India, particularly in the south, targeting affluent shoppers to boost growth and market share.
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 6, 2026
Uniqlo aims to grow tenfold in India with summer-centric clothes
Uniqlo, which has a larger presence in northern India, is working to expand its supply chain in the country’s warmer southern states.
Narendra Modi, India's prime minister (right) shakes hands with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during a news conference at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday.
WORLD / Politics
Mar 3, 2026
Carney meets Modi in New Delhi, marking new chapter in ties
Mark Carney’s four-day visit to India marks the first by a Canadian prime minister in eight years, and is one of the most concrete steps in an effort to reset relations.
People gather at a market in Bengaluru, India, on Feb. 12. India’s cities remain unsafe and unlivable because delayed local elections leave administrations unaccountable despite rising national wealth.
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 2, 2026
India is getting richer, but its cities are unlivable
India has failed to give city residents the basics: uncontaminated water, breathable air and a government they can vote out if it fails them.
Surpassing Japan would be more of a reflection of scale than prosperity for India. Per capita income in the country remains just above $3,000, a fraction of Japan’s $36,390, according to IMF estimates for 2026.
BUSINESS / Economy
Feb 28, 2026
India’s GDP revisions mean it will take longer to overtake Japan
Still, the trajectory is clear, given India’s economy is expanding more than 7% and its mostly young population of 1.4 billion is growing.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara Netanyahu, at Ben Gurion International Airport in Israel on Wednesday
WORLD / Politics
Feb 26, 2026
Modi and Netanyahu deepen Indian-Israeli bond with defense and trade pledge
Both countries are strengthening ties at a time when their rivals in the region are forging closer alliances.
Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman is in action against India in the Asia Cup final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates on Sept. 28.
COMMENTARY / World
Feb 24, 2026
The theater of the absurd that is India vs. Pakistan cricket
When politics interferes with sports, no one wins.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit Japan as part of a 10-day Indo-Pacific tour.
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 24, 2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney set for Japan visit
Canada’s leader and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are expected to discuss ways to enhance security cooperation.

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