Witkoff says US-Iran talks were 'promising, constructive' as Iran confirms FM Aragchi's meeting with envoy

Fissures over US investments stall plans for Chinese business leaders to join Xi visit

Differences between Washington and Beijing over potential investment announcements have created roadblocks for a Chinese business delegation expected to accompany President Xi Jinping’s state visit to the US, according to sources. The window for travel is narrowing by the hour for these Chinese business leaders, with Xi expected to arrive in Washington by Wednesday. A source familiar with the discussions said Washington and Beijing have yet to resolve their disagreements over the Board of...

Trump backs the idea of a ban on diesel exports to curb the soaring energy costs

US President Donald Trump has expressed support for a possible ban on diesel exports. This measure aims to address the escalating energy costs in the United States. Diesel prices have increased sharply due to conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, which have disrupted supply. Trump is set to discuss strategies with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy concerning attacks on Russian refining sites.

Delhi SIR: CEO clarifies draft electoral roll process, says no name to be deleted without due process

The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi issued clarifications about the Draft Electoral Roll prepared for 2026. Notices are being sent to voters where discrepancies or links cannot be verified. Voters can respond by submitting required documents to Electoral Registration Officers or Assistant Officers. A Special Camp to maximize voter enrollment is planned for September 27 and other camps for marginalized groups are also scheduled.

Delhi SIR: CEO clarifies draft electoral roll process, says no name to be deleted without due process

The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi issued clarifications about the Draft Electoral Roll prepared for 2026. Notices are being sent to voters where discrepancies or links cannot be verified. Voters can respond by submitting required documents to Electoral Registration Officers or Assistant Officers. A Special Camp to maximize voter enrollment is planned for September 27 and other camps for marginalized groups are also scheduled.

China launches its first commercial radio-tracking satellites in electronic warfare leap

China has just taken a quiet but critical step in space-based electronic warfare. A Lijian-1 Y18 rocket lifted off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in northern China at noon on Sunday, carrying nine satellites. Among them were three Diting-01 satellites, which successfully entered their planned orbit. The trio is named after Diting, a beast from Chinese mythology that crouches beneath the desk of Ksitigarbha, the bodhisattva of the underworld, and can identify all things simply by...

Six things we learnt from Andy Burnham's UN speech as he declares 'Britain is back'

Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his first UN speech to declare 'Britain is back' and launch a blistering attack on alleged Kremlin interference

How cognitive biases shape executive decisions and why debiasing matters for leaders

A collaboration between The Economic Times and the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE), High-Performance Leadership & Strategic Decision-Making is designed to equip 30 Founders, CXOs & Business Leaders from around the world with the insights and frameworks to make more deliberate, strategic decisions in complex business environments.

What got your business here won’t take it to the next level: Why the growth playbook changes for founders

Growth has a way of changing the questions a founder needs to answer. In the early stages, the focus is often immediate: find customers, build the product, solve problems quickly, and keep the business moving. As the organisation grows, those questions become more complex. The challenge shifts from creating momentum to sustaining it.

UNGA security scare: Suspicious package near 43rd street cleared, no threat

Asian Games 2026 Live: Manu Bhaker qualifies for the women's 10m air pistol final in third place

China's US ambassador warns on 'red lines' ahead of Trump, Xi meeting

China's ambassador to the US highlighted the importance of understanding red lines related to Taiwan and human rights. He emphasized that managing differences requires good faith while warning against US pretexts that constrain China. The ambassador stated that a stable relationship benefits both countries and urged for cooperation rather than confrontation. A separate commentary indicated that misconceptions about China contribute to strained relations between the two nations.

PM Modi likely to visit Canada in December as both nations seek to lock trade deal

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the expected visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Canada in December. Both countries aim to finalize a trade deal by the end of this year. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal noted that negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement are progressing swiftly. The next round of talks is scheduled to begin on October 5, highlighting the renewed collaboration.