Trump cancels meetings with Iranian officials, issues message to protesters

Former US President Donald Trump has cancelled scheduled meetings with Iranian officials and issued a message of support to protesters in Iran, according to a PTI report. The decision was announced amid ongoing unrest in Iran, with Trump stating that no engagement would take place with Iranian representatives under the current circumstances. In public remarks … Read more

UK reports record levels of raids and arrests over illegal working

The United Kingdom has reported what it described as historic levels of enforcement action against illegal working, including a sharp rise in workplace raids and arrests, according to a PTI report citing official data. UK authorities said the intensified action forms part of a broader crackdown on illegal migration and unauthorised employment. The figures, released … Read more

Samsung bullish on India outlook for 2026, cites growth in economy and demand

South Korean electronics major Samsung Electronics has expressed confidence in India’s economic outlook for 2026, citing expectations of sustained growth and rising consumer demand, according to a PTI report. Senior executives of the company said India remains a key market in Samsung’s global strategy, with long-term opportunities across smartphones, consumer electronics and semiconductor-linked ecosystems. The … Read more

Russia unlikely to be affected by possible US tariffs on Iran trade partners: expert

Russia is unlikely to be significantly impacted by any potential US tariffs imposed on Iran’s trade partners, an expert said, according to a PTI report, citing Moscow’s existing insulation from Western economic measures. The assessment comes amid renewed discussion in the United States over the use of tariffs and secondary sanctions targeting countries engaged in … Read more

China warns of retaliation as Trump tariff threat puts Iran oil imports at risk

China has warned of possible retaliation after former US President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs linked to Iran, a move that could disrupt Beijing’s imports of discounted Iranian crude oil, according to a PTI report. The warning comes amid renewed tensions over US sanctions policy and trade measures, with Chinese officials stating that unilateral … Read more