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Tensions in West Asia have sent shockwaves through global energy markets, amplifying Pakistan's economic woes. The country is grappling with its worst fuel pricing emergency in 50 years, a...
Nationwide raids have yielded over 67,000 hoarded LPG cylinders since March, as per the latest update from the Petroleum Ministry. Triggered by fears of supply glitches from Middle East unrest, the...
In a landscape marked by US-Iran friction, gold and silver prices opened marginally higher on Monday in Mumbai. Early trading saw limited movements within narrow bands, as market participants weighed...
Geopolitical jitters from rising US-Iran conflict in the Middle East and spiking crude prices triggered a brutal sell-off in Indian equities, marking the third straight day of losses on Friday. The...
For the second day running, Indian equities closed deep in the red, hammered by soaring global oil prices triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict and the Hormuz Strait blockade. A depreciating...
Prolonged Middle East conflicts threaten to derail Bangladesh's fragile economic recovery, according to the World Bank's latest 'Bangladesh Development Update.' The report cautions of rising...
In a decisive move amid the fires of Middle East conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a top-tier review meeting this Sunday evening. The discussion will zero in on petroleum, crude oil,...
In a stark reflection of global geopolitical strains, the Indian rupee plummeted to an unprecedented 92.634 per US dollar on Wednesday, eclipsing its prior nadir of 92.4750. This was the first...
In a tale of two metals, silver stole the spotlight with a hefty ₹3,629 per kilogram surge on Tuesday, while gold shed a modest ₹46 amid choppy trading triggered by Middle East unrest. IBJA figures...
In a world gripped by uncertainty, India's exports are proving their mettle. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) reported Monday that despite supply chain snarls and geopolitical...
Geopolitical flames in the Middle East ignited a fire sale in Indian equities, sending the Sensex reeling 1,097 points lower to 78,918.90—a 1.37% loss. The Nifty mirrored the pain, slipping 315.45...
Geopolitical storm clouds over the Middle East are poised to supercharge prices of gold and other safe-haven currencies like the dollar and yen, according to a Wednesday report from DBS Bank....
Escalating hostilities in the Middle East have triggered a historic slump in the Indian rupee, which crossed the psychologically critical 92 level against the dollar for the first time on Wednesday....
Intensifying military clashes between Israel and Iran have ignited a gold rush in Indian markets, with prices hitting record highs on Monday. The precious metal jumped over ₹8,300 per 10 grams,...
The Middle East teeters on the brink after devastating U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, met with fierce Iranian counterstrikes via drones and missiles against Israel and American bases in Bahrain,...
Tensions in the Middle East reached a boiling point as Dubai Airports grounded every single flight at its two major hubs—Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC)—indefinitely...
Geopolitical tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US have taken a personal turn for Punjabi sensation Amy Virk, whose family is marooned in the UAE. The singer-actor, a household name in Indian...
In a candid assessment from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has labeled US President Donald Trump as utterly unreliable, suggesting the leader operates without a clear plan....
BJP spokesperson Pratul Shahdev has voiced strong support for the US-Iran two-week ceasefire, labeling it a positive breakthrough after prolonged strife. In detailed remarks, he underscored its...
In a testament to India's robust diplomatic machinery, scores of Indian nationals stranded in Dubai due to Middle East flare-ups have been brought back safely to Pune. Touching down amid cheers, the...
A fresh increase in LPG prices has ignited nationwide anger, with domestic cylinders up Rs 60 and commercial ones by Rs 114.50 as of Saturday. This move comes at a time when inflation is already...
The flames of war in the Middle East are licking at the foundations of global energy supply. Qatar's top energy official, Saad Al-Kaabi, dropped a bombshell in a Financial Times interview: Gulf oil...
The BJP's knack for turning allies into adversaries has drawn fierce criticism from JMM MP Mahua Majhi. In an IANS interview from Ranchi, she dissected Bihar's turmoil, controversial governor shifts,...
In a stark warning amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran cautioned that a prolonged war in Iran could trigger widespread disruptions in global commerce and...
Escalating violence in the Middle East has trapped scores of Odia people, prompting former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to demand urgent action from New Delhi. In a strongly worded X post, the BJD...
In the shadow of mounting Israel-US-Iran confrontations, Union Minister Giriraj Singh delivered a stout defense of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. Patna erupted in political discourse as...
Delhi Airport is a scene of distress as Middle East strife triggers widespread flight cancellations and delays, particularly affecting routes to Saudi Arabia. Pilgrims bound for Umrah are the hardest...
Sunday's streets of Hyderabad's historic old city transformed into a sea of black as Shias protested the shocking assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, attributed to...
The ongoing war in the Middle East has led to a major shake-up in India's education calendar abroad. CBSE has officially deferred Class 10 and 12 board exams set for March 2 across seven nations,...
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan sounded the alarm on Sunday, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to step in as Middle East conflicts threaten Indian lives in the Gulf. His letter paints a grim...
The Middle East teeters on the brink of all-out war following Iran's missile onslaught against Israel, Qatar, Bahrain, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. This aggressive salvo comes amid Israel's...
Reports indicate that Israel has allegedly committed nearly 500 violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement since it was brokered on October 10th. The Gaza Government Media Office has stated that...
Global markets are trembling under the weight of the Israel-Iran showdown, now amplified by American military muscle and involvement from more than a dozen Gulf states. What began as a regional...
Geopolitical flare-ups in the Middle East have upended travel plans for Zimbabwe's cricket squad following their T20 World Cup 2026 exit. The ICC has swiftly arranged a detour via Ethiopia, ensuring...
In a sigh of relief for Indian sports fans, PV Sindhu has made it back to Bangalore from a volatile Dubai, where regional conflicts turned her world upside down. The Olympic bronze and silver...
Dubai, once a haven for vacationers, has become a cage for England cricketer Jonny Bairstow and his family amid a sudden surge in Middle East hostilities. Iran's missile and drone onslaught—revenge...
Amid geopolitical strife in the Middle East, the Formula 1 circus powers ahead with its Australian Grand Prix set for Sunday in Melbourne. Event chiefs have quashed rumors of postponements,...
Geopolitical fireworks in the Middle East are rewriting travel plans for Zimbabwe's cricket heroes. Fresh from T20 World Cup 2026 elimination, the team can't return home because Dubai Airport – their...
A perfect storm brews in India's energy sector. With Middle East strife choking LPG supplies via the Hormuz Strait, a massive pivot to induction cooktops threatens to inflate electricity needs by 13...
The world is staring down a severe energy squeeze as Middle East strife disrupts vital oil routes, prompting the International Energy Agency (IEA) to issue urgent, actionable advice on Friday. From...
Mumbai's financial markets witnessed history on Friday as the Indian rupee crossed the dreaded 93 barrier against the dollar for the first time, touching a record low of 93.12—a 0.55 percent drop...
Pakistan's economy, still nursing wounds from past crises, now confronts a fresh peril from the intensifying Middle East war. The clash between US-Israel forces and Iran has ignited a spike in energy...
Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, who led Yemen during one of its most chaotic periods, has died in the Saudi capital Riyadh at the age of 80. The news was first reported by Yemen TV and later confirmed by...
Antonio Guterres delivered a sobering assessment of the state of global security during a UN Security Council session. The Secretary-General warned that respect for foundational international norms...
Fresh American military action in southern Iran has triggered an immediate and stern response from Tehran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vowed to deliver a “strong and forceful reply” if...
In a bid to defuse border hostilities, representatives from Israel and Lebanon convened for the third phase of U.S.-mediated peace talks in Washington on Thursday. The sessions, hosted at the State...
In a bold pre-dawn operation, Jordan obliterated smuggling bases in southern Syria used to launch weapons and drugs across its border. The Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) confirmed the 'Jordanian...
The Strait of Hormuz blockade, a fallout from escalating Middle East tensions, has plunged the world into an energy crisis, revealing divergent paths taken by Asia's giants. China turned the turmoil...
In a bold escalation of rhetoric, Iran has cautioned the United States that its 'maritime banditry'—manifested through a so-called naval blockade—will provoke a one-of-a-kind military operation....
The brewing storm in West Asia, triggered by US and Israeli attacks on Iran, might hand a long-term advantage to the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP), according to a Saturday report. Experts...
After nearly two months of grounded skies, Iran announces the revival of domestic air travel starting Wednesday. The halt began following coordinated US-Israel airstrikes on February 28, paralyzing...
In a stark rebuke, Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of undermining ceasefire efforts through provocative seizures and ceasefire violations, casting a shadow...
The IMF paints a bright picture for India's economy, with growth prospects firmer than expected, but warns of looming dangers from soaring global energy costs. Krishna Srinivasan, head of the IMF's...
In a fiery speech to supporters in southern Spain, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez vowed to lead a charge within the European Union to sever ties with Israel through its association agreement. The...
In a bold move amid fragile truce efforts, Iran's leadership has pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz under tight surveillance until war drums fall silent across the region. The Supreme National...
As flames of conflict rage in the Middle East, a golden window emerges for China to solidify its dominance in Asia. The U.S., stretched thin on a distant battlefield, inadvertently hands Beijing the...
In a bold statement from the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz, regardless of Iran's stance. The announcement comes as American diplomats...
Retired Indian armed forces veterans unleashed a barrage of mockery Friday against claims that Pakistan played a pivotal mediation role in securing a US-Iran ceasefire. Reports of Islamabad's...
In a proactive response to lingering shipping threats, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi revealed plans to flood markets with 20 additional days of oil reserves from May onward. Speaking at a...
The International Monetary Fund's top executive, Kristalina Georgieva, delivered a sobering assessment on Thursday: the Middle East conflict is unleashing a worldwide oil supply crunch that threatens...
In a detailed analysis, the World Bank cautions that extended Middle East conflicts pose severe risks to Bangladesh, potentially fueling inflation spikes and fiscal constraints. The latest...
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have reached a boiling point, with the White House imposing a non-negotiable deadline: 8 PM ET tonight for Tehran to agree to terms. Press Secretary Karoline...
In a direct challenge to American saber-rattling, Iran proclaims that brute force tactics will crumble before the power of righteous determination. Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei posted on...
A dangerous new phase grips the Middle East conflict as explosions rock areas surrounding key nuclear installations in Iran and Israel. The World Health Organization's head, Tedros Adhanom...
The flames of conflict in the Middle East are not just scorching regional landscapes but igniting a global energy crisis that could cripple economies far and wide. Congress parliamentarian Sukhdev...
Iran's military machine is in overdrive, with the IRGC announcing its 70th salvo of counterstrikes targeting more than 55 US and Israeli sites in the Gulf and surrounding areas. Press TV reported...
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a frontline defender in the shadow war engulfing the Middle East. In a bold revelation, UAE authorities claimed their advanced air defenses downed four Iranian...
Explosive sounds pierced the dawn in Tehran as Israel unleashed a fresh wave of airstrikes across Iran's core regions. According to reports, blasts echoed through the capital's Shahr-e Rey area and...
President Donald Trump stunned observers by proclaiming Iran's armed forces 'completely finished' amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. From Washington on March 21, he revealed that U.S. forces...
The 21-day mark of the fierce US-Israel-Iran confrontation has brought devastating news from Riyadh: the death of an Indian citizen caught in the crossfire. Saudi Arabia's Indian Embassy issued a...
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point, prompting New Zealand to issue a 'do not travel' warning for Qatar and the UAE. The advisory comes hot on the heels of Iran's assault on an...
In a decisive show of unity, EU leaders at the European Council have resolved to maintain utmost vigilance against any migration pressures stemming from Middle East flashpoints. Though no immediate...
As bombs rain down on Tehran, a leading academic voice from Tehran University is sounding the alarm on the catastrophic Middle East war. Professor Fouad Izadi, in an in-depth discussion, revealed...
As Middle East conflicts intensify, the Embassy of India in Jordan has rolled out an updated safety bulletin for its nationals and tourists present in the kingdom. Jordan's airspace is open for...
The skies over the Arabian Gulf are thick with the smoke of war. Israel's precision hit on Iran's South Pars gas field ignited a fierce counterattack from Tehran, slamming gas plants in Qatar and the...
Australia's leader is ramping up defenses against global fuel disruptions. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed plans Thursday for a dedicated Fuel Security Task Force, formed in response to the...
In a tense update from Canberra, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed that an Iranian missile narrowly missed Australian troops at a key UAE airbase. The strike near Al Minhad Air Base south of...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dropped a bombshell on social media Tuesday, claiming responsibility for the deaths of key Iranian military figures Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Suleimani....
President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran has issued a direct call to Tehran citizens: attend the funeral of 84 navy heroes lost in the tragic sinking of the IRIS Deny. The event, set across multiple sites...
In a firm rebuttal amid swirling speculation, South Korea's Defense Minister Shin Won-sik confirmed Tuesday that Washington has not formally asked for Korean warships in the Middle East. The...
The skies over Tehran have turned into a battlefield, leaving a trail of destruction in civilian areas. Iran's Tehran Governor Mohammad Sadegh Motamedian disclosed that approximately 12,000...
British PM Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held urgent talks Sunday on the Middle East crisis, zeroing in on the Strait of Hormuz blockade that's crippling international trade. Starmer...
Amid a flurry of cross-border attacks in the Middle East, Iran's top diplomat has pledged full cooperation with any independent inquiry into civilian casualties. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made...
President Donald Trump painted a picture of decisive U.S. victory over Iran during a Fox News Radio interview, stating that American strikes have gutted Tehran's military might and solidified...
Tensions between Iran and the United States have reached a boiling point as Tehran's top diplomat vows revenge on American-linked energy sites. Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi cautioned that...
In a bold retaliatory move, Iran bombarded the UAE with missiles and drones, killing four foreign workers and injuring over 100 others. The UAE Defense Ministry's latest update paints a picture of...
President Donald Trump led a dignified repatriation ceremony at Delaware's Dover Air Force Base for six US soldiers lost in a drone strike in Kuwait on March 1. The event underscored the heavy toll...
In a bold address from Air Force One on Saturday, President Donald Trump announced that Iran's armed forces stand on the brink of collapse following a relentless week-long barrage from American and...
The Middle East's spiraling security crisis has grounded flights, leaving hundreds of Indian Hayya A1 visa holders marooned in Qatar. Following Emirates Airlines' partial resumption and Dubai...
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has voiced sharp criticism of the United States and Israel's recent assaults on Iran, labeling them as despicable acts of aggression. In a heartfelt phone call...
The Israel-Iran showdown, now in its eighth day, shows no signs of abating as Israeli forces unleash new barrages while blasts rock Tehran's key airport. Ignited by an attack in the Iranian capital...
Beijing's top envoy at the UN, Fu Cong, delivered a firm message on resource governance during a high-stakes Security Council session focused on energy security and critical minerals. On March 5, he...
The flames of war in the Middle East are licking at the foundations of global energy security. Qatar's top energy official, Saad al-Kaabi, has sounded the alarm: Prolonged conflict could force Gulf...
In a significant development amid the raging Middle East crisis, India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar met Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh during the ongoing Raisina Dialogue in New...
In a bold address, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Iran is reaching out for a settlement following severe blows to its armed forces. During a ceremony celebrating Inter Miami CF's MLS...
In a timely intervention during mounting Middle East unrest, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with France's Emmanuel Macron over phone. Their discussion centered on urgent measures to...
In a mark of respect amid regional turmoil, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived at New Delhi's Iranian Embassy on March 5 to sign the condolence book for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The...
In a thunderous escalation, America unleashed Operation Epic Fury, pummeling more than 2,000 Iranian sites and shattering the regime's missile and naval capabilities. White House officials touted the...
The U.S. military brushed off intervention calls from China and Russia as it presses ahead with strikes on Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared during a Pentagon briefing that the duo holds...
In a bold rebuke from the Kremlin, Russia has denounced the US-Israel joint strikes on Iran, predicting dire repercussions for everyday people and the world economy. Foreign Ministry spokesperson...