“Just want to have as much oil in system as possible”: Trump as US temporarily eases oil sanctions on Iran
US President Donald Trump on Monday justified his administration’s decision to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil, stating that the move will introduce as much oil in the system as…
“No negotiations have been held”: Iran Parliament Speaker rejects Trump’s claims, calls them ‘fake news’ to sway oil markets
Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, MB Ghalibaf, on Monday slammed US President Donald Trump, rejecting the latter’s claims regarding ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, asserting that no such talks have…
ASSOCHAM sets BIMSTEC agenda on trade, connectivity, MSMEs, unveils India leadership
Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) on Monday unveiled the India leadership of the BIMSTEC Business Council, reaffirming the country’s commitment to strengthening regional economic cooperation in…
Around 375,000 passengers returned to India since Feb 28: MEA on West Asia conflict
The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday said that nearly 375,000 passengers have returned to India from West Asia since February 28 amid the ongoing regional tensions. Addressing an interministerial…
EAM speaks with US State Secy Rubio, discusses energy security amid West Asia conflict
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a detailed telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on the ongoing West Asia conflict and its implications for…
UAE air defences engage 7 ballistic missiles, 16 UAVs launched from Iran: Ministry of Defence
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems successfully intercepted a significant barrage of projectiles launched from Iran on Monday, amid escalating regional tensions. In a…
Trump sees opportunity to leverage military achievements in deal with Iran: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (local time) said he spoke to US President Donald Trump and they will realise the goals of the war through an agreement that…
US Ambassador Gor announces visit of top defence official to India
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has announced the upcoming visit of top defence official Elbridge Colby to the country. In a post on the social media platform X, Ambassador…
“Circumstances are still being assessed”: Air Canada CEO on fatal plane crash
Michael Rousseau, President and CEO of Air Canada, on Tuesday, expressed his sorrow at the accident involving Air Canada Express AC8646. Rousseau, in his video statement, said that their efforts…
US pausing strikes a tactical “lull” to check arsenal and logistics: Iranian Studies expert Waghmar
A five-day pause on strikes against Iranian infrastructure by US President Donald Trump could provide a critical tactical window for de-escalation, according to a leading academic. While the move offers…
“Ruthless govt putting brakes on development”: PM Modi lambasts Trinamool Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lambasted the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government, calling it “Nirmam” (ruthless), and accusing it of stalling development and prioritising political interests over…
Gujarat achieves milestones in fight against TB
Gujarat is rapidly closing in on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a Tuberculosis-Free India, achieving an impressive 94 per cent of the ambitious TB registration and treatment targets set…
Himachal Assembly passes fuel cess bill amid BJP boycott, Govt defends move as welfare measure
The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Monday passed the Himachal Pradesh Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, enabling the state government to levy a cess of up to Rs 5…
India’s education sector has transformed to meet global needs under PM Modi’s leadership: Gujarat CM
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday, while addressing the convocation ceremony of the first graduating batch at Deakin University-GIFT city campus, stated that the strong emphasis on digital and…
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta unveils statue of Bhagat Singh
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday unveiled a grand statue of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh at the RCS office premises on Parliament Street on the solemn occasion of Shaheed Diwas.…
Government committed to sustainable development of state: Uttarakhand CM
ttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that the state government is committed to the sustainable development of Uttarakhand and the welfare of its residents. In a post on…
LG Saxena launches Indus River Green Corridor Eco-Restoration project in Leh
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday launched the Indus River Green Corridor Eco-Restoration Plantation at Spituk Pharka, an initiative aimed at restoring the ecological integrity of the Indus riverbanks…
BJP slams HP VAT Amendment Bill: Jai Ram Thakur calls Sukhu Govt budget a ‘bundle of lies’
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday strongly opposed the Himachal Pradesh Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposes a levy in the form of a “widow and orphan cess”,…
Fonterra reports half-year profit of $750 million after tax
Dairy giant Fonterra has released its interim results for the first half of FY26, reporting a strong net profit of $750 million after tax, up from $729 million. Revenue had…
Shane Jones labels critics of fisheries bill as ‘noisy voices’
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has called critics of his Fisheries Amendment Bill “a range of noisy voices” and invited them to have their say at the select committee.…
Patient dies after ‘burnt out’ brain surgeon ignores colleague’s advice
A brain surgeon who refused advice from his colleagues has been stood down after his patient died of a brain bleed post-operation. By Kate Green of RNZ A report by…
Cocaine consumption surges to all‑time high in New Zealand
Cocaine use has hit an all-time high in New Zealand, exceeding MDMA consumption for the first time, according to new wastewater testing data. The data, released by police on Monday,…
Govt eases fuel rules to allow Australian‑spec petrol and diesel
The Government has temporarily eased fuel rules to allow petrol and diesel refined for Australia to be sold in New Zealand as it looks to reduce the risk of supply disruptions.…
Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden becomes first-ever inductees in CSK’s Hall of Fame
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Sunday inducted legendary cricketers Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into their inaugural Hall of Fame, honouring their immense contributions to the franchise’s legacy at the…
Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh emerge champions at JSW Indian Open 2026
Local favourites Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh won the men’s and women’s titles respectively on the final day of the JSW Indian Open 2026 at the CCI on Sunday. The…