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The Centre has assured citizens that petrol and diesel stocks remain adequate across the country, with LPG distribution also functioning normally. Addressing concerns over certain petrol pumps...
Geopolitical flare-ups in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global commodity markets on Thursday, boosting crude oil prices while hammering gold and silver values on India's MCX. After hitting...
Sri Lanka's government delivered another blow to consumers Sunday, raising petrol and diesel prices by as much as 25% – the second increase in a fortnight. The decision reflects the brutal reality of...
As Middle East strife hampers global trade routes, India is turning decisively to the U.S. for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), outpacing Gulf suppliers for the week. S&P Global's latest data paints a...
In a tale of two metals, Friday's bullion trading in India showcased stark contrasts amid rising Middle East strife. Gold extended its slump, but silver roared back with a hefty 2,500-rupee gain per...
The Indian equity benchmarks witnessed their sharpest single-day drop in months on Thursday, triggered by heightened Middle East tensions pushing crude oil prices higher and ripples from global...
The Bank of Japan has sounded the alarm on inflation as Middle East hostilities drive up global oil prices, threatening to destabilize the country's import-dependent economy. In its monetary policy...
Pakistan's economy is reeling from the Middle East turmoil, with fuel prices surging and prompting a harsh two-month austerity drive. According to a detailed analysis, this government measure spares...
The shadow of conflict looms large over India's equity markets as Israel-Iran hostilities threaten to disrupt Monday's trading session. Explosions rocked Iran's capital Tehran following Israeli...
Amid escalating global conflicts and soaring prices in India, 'Ramayan' star Sunil Lahri took to Instagram with a stirring appeal for rationality and resilience. In his Monday video, the actor...
In the shadow of Middle East volatility, a surprising voice from India's TV world has entered the political ring. Hina Khan, the small-screen sensation, posted a scathing defense of PM Narendra Modi...
With crude oil markets rattled by Middle East conflict, Indian consumers are facing repeated fuel price hikes that opposition leaders say were timed to avoid electoral backlash. Parliamentarians from...
In a significant blow to commuters, petrol and diesel prices jumped nationwide on Friday. Delhi sees petrol at 97.77 rupees after a 3.14-rupee hike, while diesel stands at 90.67 rupees, up 3.11...
In an inspiring act of solidarity, Minister Nitin Gadkari ditched his official convoy for a humble bus journey while inspecting the Sant Gyaneshwar Mauli Maharaj Palkhi route in Pune. This Thursday...
Amid escalating concerns over West Asian conflicts disrupting global energy flows, India's government has moved swiftly to calm nerves at home. On Tuesday, officials declared that LPG distribution is...
Tensions simmer between America, Israel, and Iran, with whispers of ceasefire talks gaining traction. Pakistan finds itself at the center, hosting frantic discussions that could reshape Middle East...
In a timely diplomatic outreach, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in a phone call with his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi on Friday, focusing on the volatile situation in West...
Former J&K DGP SP Vaid unleashed a blistering attack on Rahul Gandhi, branding the Congress MP's parliamentary antics as a grave insult to democratic institutions. From Jammu, Vaid recounted how...
As geopolitical unrest grips the Middle East, IndiGo has stepped up with evacuation flights, offering a lifeline to thousands stranded in the region. The airline's decision comes after close...
Amid reports of war-like conditions in the Middle East, Odisha government sprang into action with a senior-level meeting in Bhubaneswar to protect its migrant workforce. Chief Secretary Anu Garg led...
Gautam Buddh Nagar district, home to Noida, is on high alert as war-like situations brew between Iran and Iraq. The local administration has issued a public plea for residents to report any...
The shimmering BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, a beacon of peace amid the desert sands, has temporarily closed its doors to the public until March 9. This move is driven by heightened security...
Shiv Sena (UBT) parliamentarian Sanjay Raut has sharply criticized the Indian government's reluctance to mourn Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in an alleged American-Israeli...
In a swift response to the spiraling crisis in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) session at his residence on Sunday. Key attendees...
Amid reports of Iran's top leader Ayatollah Khamenei being killed in US-Israel attacks, the Middle East simmers with uncertainty. In this volatile scenario, BJP's Shahnawaz Hussain reassured that...
The curtain fell on West Indies' T20 World Cup 2026 dreams after a Super-8 defeat to hosts India, yet the team's real battle is against flight bans imposed worldwide following US-Israel strikes on...
The stage is nearly set for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, but geopolitical unrest in the Middle East casts a long shadow. Opening in four days, the quadrennial spectacle risks...
Geopolitical unrest in the Middle East has thrown a wrench into the Zimbabwe cricket team's post-tournament travel, stranding them in India after exiting the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. With...
Geopolitical fireworks in the Middle East have thrown a wrench into PV Sindhu's travel plans, leaving the ace Indian shuttler marooned at Dubai Airport. The two-time Olympian was set to jet off to...
In a bold move to counter export headwinds, Minister Piyush Goyal will convene export councils and industry associations on Monday, April 27. The focus: crafting robust plans to offset declines...
As conflicts rage in the Gulf region, India's auto giants are breathing a sigh of relief. Production at facilities run by Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Tata Motors, and Kia shows no signs of slowdown,...
Air India has pulled off a remarkable rescue amid Middle East unrest, ferrying 149 stranded Indians back from Dubai in its inaugural special flight of the crisis. Flight AI916D arrived at Delhi...
In a striking visual message, President Donald Trump shared a Middle East map on Truth Social depicting Iran covered by the Stars and Stripes and labeled United States of the Middle East. The image...
Russia’s top envoy to international organizations in Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, has cautioned that American and Israeli forces may soon launch renewed attacks on Iran. In a series of social media...
The Middle East conflict is not just a regional headache – it's paralyzing global aid networks, according to UNHCR's latest alert. Spokesperson Carlotta Wolf painted a grim picture in Geneva,...
In a sobering address at the May Day rally, Singapore's leader Lawrence Wong painted a grim picture of the Middle East conflict's economic fallout, predicting prolonged supply bottlenecks that...
South Korea's foreign ministry revealed plans for a crucial meeting between its top diplomat and Australia's this week, against the backdrop of Middle East instability. The discussions will...
Tensions in the Middle East took center stage Sunday as Iran's top diplomat, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, convened with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in Muscat. The high-level huddle addressed deepening...
In a candid exclusive conversation, HR McMaster, who served as National Security Advisor under President Trump, forecasted the collapse of Iran's Islamic Republic. 'They can't hold it together much...
South Korea is deep in discussions with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could ease the mounting global energy crunch triggered by Middle East hostilities. Tehran's willingness to let...
New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon didn't mince words as Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens to upend the nation's fuel supply and economy. With oil prices rocketing due to...
The ripple effects of West Asia's brewing storm have reached Indian shores, leaving foreign visitors in limbo. With airlines slashing routes and canceling flights, the Indian government has unveiled...
Colombo is gearing up for potential disruptions as the Sri Lankan Cabinet endorses four dedicated task forces to manage the repercussions of the Middle East flare-up. Stemming from a presidential...
As flames of conflict lick across the Middle East—sparked by Iran-Israel-US hostilities—Pakistan finds itself economically besieged. Bound by pacts with Saudi Arabia, Islamabad navigates a...
As the Middle East crisis intensifies, South Korea's Foreign Ministry reports significant progress in evacuating its citizens from danger zones. Saturday's briefing highlighted safe extractions from...
As geopolitical tensions flare up in the Middle East, Karnataka's Home Minister G Parameshwara has stepped up to reassure families back home. In a detailed press conference, he outlined the state...
Escalating hostilities in the Middle East have prompted India to activate a specialized control room in New Delhi, prioritizing the welfare of its nationals caught in the crossfire. Amid relentless...
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point with clashes involving the US, Israel, and Iran impacting global shipping and air travel. Stranded Indians face uncertainty, but the Indian...
In a bid to safeguard Indian interests amid the Middle East maelstrom, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted back-to-back telephone diplomacy on Tuesday afternoon. He connected with Oman's Sultan...
Amid spiraling conflicts in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a significant phone call with Jordan's King Abdullah II on Monday. The leaders addressed the alarming surge in...
Global aviation faces its sternest test since the pandemic as Middle East hostilities shut down key airports and cancel over 3,000 flights in three days. Dubai International, a crown jewel of world...
In a pointed critique from Shivamogga Airport on March 1, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah labeled the American strikes on Iran as unwarranted aggression, calling for global restraint. His...
Tensions between Iran, the US, and Israel have reached a boiling point, with former diplomat Veena Sikri calling today a 'critically grave' turning point. Speaking exclusively, Sikri dissected the...
Tensions in the Middle East are rippling across borders, prompting India's MEA to guide foreign nationals stuck with altered itineraries. The Sunday advisory focuses on visa relief amid the war's...
In a swift diplomatic maneuver, India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar engaged in separate phone talks with the foreign ministers of Iran and Israel on Saturday. The conversations...
Escalating Middle East tensions have prompted swift U.S. action. The deployment of the massive USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to Israel's shoreline coincides with a travel advisory for Americans...
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point, prompting the Indian Embassy in Iran to release an urgent evacuation advisory for all Indian citizens amid fears of imminent conflict with...
Beijing's voice echoed strongly in New York as Fu Cong, China's envoy to the UN, addressed the Security Council's open session on Middle East issues. On January 28, he categorically stated that...
President Donald Trump has reignited tensions with Iran, urging an overhaul of its leadership amid widespread unrest. Speaking from Washington, he explicitly demanded the ouster of Supreme Leader...
In a region simmering with unrest, Qatar has officially acknowledged the partial evacuation of US personnel from its Al Udeid Air Base. The confirmation arrived Wednesday, directly addressing media...
Iran's streets are ablaze with fury against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, as economic despair ignites mass demonstrations that have the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on high alert. Protesters,...
Lebanon's children are paying the heaviest price in the nation's spiraling violence, with UNICEF estimating 770,000 now suffering acute mental strain from displacement and death all around them. This...