National Politics
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned from the Bihar Legislative Council on Monday after his recent election to the Rajya Sabha, completing a constitutional requirement that barred him from continuing in both positions beyond the permitted period. The move marks a significant transition in Bihar politics and has intensified discussion over the future leadership
International
Petron Corp, the Philippines’ only oil refinery, has secured nearly 2.5 million barrels of crude from Russia after losing access to around 4 million barrels in cancelled shipments since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran. The move reflects the growing pressure on Asian fuel markets as the conflict disrupts normal crude flows and […]
International
New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis has warned that inflation could rise far more sharply this year if the Iran war continues and causes deeper disruption to global supply chains. Her comments come as energy prices remain under pressure and policymakers assess the economic fallout of a prolonged conflict in West Asia. New Zealand Warns […]
International
A prominent American economist has warned that Dubai and Abu Dhabi could face direct danger if the United Arab Emirates becomes more deeply involved in the Iran conflict. The remarks came as tensions across West Asia remained high and concerns continued to grow over the vulnerability of major Gulf cities and infrastructure in the event […]
International
Iran’s heavy water production plant at Khondab is no longer operational after suffering severe damage in a recent strike, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency. The development has drawn attention because the site is linked to Iran’s heavy water programme, though the agency said there was no radiological risk from the damage. IAEA Says […]
International
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a written message thanking the people of Iraq and its religious leadership for supporting Iran during the ongoing conflict, according to state media reports. The message has drawn attention because it came while Khamenei has remained out of public view, adding to continuing speculation over his condition and […]
International
Iran has claimed that a recent strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia damaged a US E-3 Sentry airborne warning aircraft and multiple refuelling planes, in what would mark a major escalation in the regional conflict. The claim surfaced after reports earlier confirmed that an Iranian missile and drone attack on the base […]