Indian refiners are exploring the possibility of buying Iranian crude again after the United States issued a temporary sanctions waiver covering Iranian oil already at sea. The move comes as refiners across Asia search for replacement supplies amid disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Eid-ul-Fitr greetings on Saturday, wishing for brotherhood, kindness, happiness and good health as celebrations began across India after the end of Ramzan. The festival was marked by prayers, family gatherings and community events in many parts of the country. PM Modi Extends Eid-Ul-Fitr Greetings In his message, Modi said Eid-ul-Fitr
India’s liquefied petroleum gas supply chain is under pressure as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered panic booking in some areas, even though the government and fuel retailers are trying to prevent a wider shortage. Officials have said refineries are operating at full capacity and surprise checks are being carried out to stop […]
India has appointed senior diplomat Vikram K. Doraiswami as its next ambassador to China, with Beijing formally welcoming the move and expressing hope that bilateral relations will continue to improve. The appointment comes at a time when both countries are working to stabilise ties after years of friction. Vikram Doraiswami Appointed India Envoy To China […]
The Centre has blocked 300 illegal gambling and betting websites and mobile applications in its latest enforcement action against unlawful online gaming activity. The crackdown covers multiple types of platforms, including sports betting sites, online casino services and betting exchanges operating through peer-to-peer models. Government Blocks 300 Illegal Betting
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition seeking action against alleged hate speech targeting the Brahmin community, with the bench saying no community in the country should face hate speech and stressing the broader value of fraternity. Supreme Court Rejects Brahmin Hate Speech Plea A bench of Justice B V Nagarathna and […]
India has added 120,000 new piped natural gas connections over the past two weeks as the government pushes households to reduce pressure on cooking gas supplies amid disruption to energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. India Piped Gas Connections Rise The increase in new piped gas connections comes as India faces a severe supply […]
Shashi Tharoor Backs Government’s Iran War Stance Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has backed the Modi government’s restrained response to the US-Israel-Iran war, calling it an example of responsible statecraft and arguing that silence in such a situation should not be mistaken for weakness. Shashi Tharoor Supports Strategic Restraint In his remarks, Tharoor said India’s silence
A Russian oil tanker that was originally headed to China has changed course and is now sailing to India, underlining how the Gulf conflict is reshaping global crude trade flows. The diversion comes as Indian refiners sharply raise purchases from Russia to offset supply disruptions linked to the war in West Asia and continued stress […]
The National Investigation Agency has widened its probe after arresting multiple foreign nationals, including a U.S. citizen and several Ukrainian nationals, in a case linked to suspected terror activity and cross-border militant networks. The case has drawn attention because investigators believe the arrests may be part of a larger international support structure















