In a dramatic realignment of tone and strategy, Washington has sanctioned six Indian companies for trading with Iran, imposed steep new tariffs on Indian imports, and simultaneously announced a new oil deal with Pakistan

Ladakh’s geography is uniquely suited to host the next wave of chip manufacturing. The region holds reserves of high-quality silica sand and is home to natural freshwater sources critical for cleaning silicon wafers.

With Washington intensifying pressure and Tehran holding its ground, the standoff over Iran’s nuclear program is set to enter a decisive phase, with global powers closely watching how events unfold.

PM Modi is among the first few world leaders to visit the US following Trump's re-election and was invited to visit within just three weeks of the new administration taking office.