Business
Global Shipping Grinds to a Halt as Waterways Shrink
Low rainfall and shrinking rivers are causing shipping bottlenecks and higher prices globally, impacting trade routes and supply chains.
Tag: supply chain
Legal
Jammu Drug Crackdown: Arrests Rise, But Masterminds Remain Elusive
Jammu police are making more drug arrests, but the focus is shifting to uncovering the larger networks and financial trails behind the trade.
Business
Global Tensions Dim Japan’s Iconic Snack Packaging to Monochrome
Global conflicts, particularly the war in Iran, are causing shortages of naphtha, forcing Japanese snack giant Calbee to use black-and-white packaging.
International
US, Canada Mints Bought Gold Linked to Colombian Drug Cartel
US and Canadian mints unknowingly purchased gold linked to Colombian drug cartels, raising concerns about supply chain integrity.
Business
US Extends Foreign Ship Waiver for Domestic Cargo Amid Fuel Flow Concerns
US extends waiver allowing foreign ships to move fuel between domestic ports, aiming to secure supply, though economists predict minimal impact on consumer gas prices.
Business
Global Condom Giant Cites War, Raises Prices 30 Percent
World's largest condom maker Karex raises prices 30% due to raw material costs and Iran war-linked shipping disruptions.
Business
US-Saudi Rare Earth Deal Faces Geopolitical Headwinds Amidst Iran Tensions
US-Saudi rare earth deal faces geopolitical headwinds amid Iran tensions, impacting critical mineral supply chains.