In an increasingly competitive global environment, the declining respect for international rules is paving the way for new "choke points" in global affairs, according to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Speaking at an Asia Society event in New York, Jaishankar highlighted that countries are leveraging their strategic advantages in areas such as strategic waterways, financial systems, and market access to assert power over competitors...
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Monday as oil prices surged past $100 a barrel, exacerbating concerns over energy supply disruptions and inflation. The Nifty 50 index dropped by 1.6% to close at 22,780.25, marking its lowest point since April 2, while the Sensex fell by 1.5%. This decline mirrored a broader risk-averse sentiment across global markets, with major Asian indices also...
