US has given ‘permission’ to India to accept Russian oil, says Treasury Secretary Bessent

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON: (Mar 7) The US said it has given “permission” to India to buy Russian oil that is on ships already floating on waterways with a view to easing supplies around the world amid the West Asia conflict. “The world is very well supplied in oil. Yesterday, the Treasury (Department) agreed to let our… Continue reading US has given ‘permission’ to India to accept Russian oil, says Treasury Secretary Bessent

Janhvi Kapoor arrives at Tirumala temple barefoot on her birthday

Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh) [India], March 6 : Actor Janhvi Kapoor kick-started her 29th birthday celebrations in a religious way as she offered prayers at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh. She commenced her pilgrimage from Alipiri and reached Tirumala early this morning, visiting the revered shrine of Lord Venkateswara at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.… Continue reading Janhvi Kapoor arrives at Tirumala temple barefoot on her birthday

West Asia crisis could raise energy risks for India but domestic flows, growth outlook remain resilient: Jefferies

New Delhi [India], March 6 : Escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, could pose near-term risks to global markets through higher energy prices, though India’s underlying economic momentum remains relatively resilient, according to a report by Jefferies. The report noted that energy markets reacted sharply to the geopolitical… Continue reading West Asia crisis could raise energy risks for India but domestic flows, growth outlook remain resilient: Jefferies

‘Faansi Ghar’ controversy: Vijender Gupta calls for Atishi to submit evidence after making ‘unwarranted’ remarks on Kejriwal summons

New Delhi [India], March 6 : Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta addressed a letter to the Leader of Opposition (LoP) Atishi, asking her to provide evidence regarding her claims of a ‘Faansi Ghar’ (execution room) the Assembly premises. The Speaker noted that former CM Arvind Kejriwal and other AAP leaders must submit proof of these… Continue reading ‘Faansi Ghar’ controversy: Vijender Gupta calls for Atishi to submit evidence after making ‘unwarranted’ remarks on Kejriwal summons

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“No option but to resist to the last bullet”: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister on US-Israel “invasion”

New Delhi [India], March 6 : Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has asserted that Tehran has “no option” but to engage in a “heroic nationalist defence” against what he termed an American and Israeli “invasion,” vowing that the nation will resist to the “last bullet” and “last soldier.” Speaking to ANI on the sidelines… Continue reading “No option but to resist to the last bullet”: Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister on US-Israel “invasion”

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Mentally tougher Samson has come of age, says Shastri

MUMBAI: (Mar 6) All praise for Sanju Samson’s mental fortitude, former India head coach Ravi Shastri said the seasoned batter seems to have “come of age” in the ongoing T20 World Cup after realising the need for consistency and wiser shot selection. The opener smacked a 42-ball 89 against England in the semifinals to be… Continue reading Mentally tougher Samson has come of age, says Shastri

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Review of Zelio Legender Electric Scooter: All in for just Rs 65,000?

New Delhi [India], March 5 : The idea of an EV is still not synced with my mind as I find petrol-driven two-wheelers still far more reliable than EVs. After all, we have all seen what happened to Ola, so when I got my hands on Zelio’s Legender, I was skeptical. So, let me tell… Continue reading Review of Zelio Legender Electric Scooter: All in for just Rs 65,000?

Priyanka Chopra Jonas to present award at 98th Oscars

LOS ANGELES: (Mar 6) Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas will take the stage as a presenter at the 98th Academy Awards, the organisers announced on Friday. The actor will be joined by fellow presenters Will Arnett, Robert Downey Jr., Anne Hathaway, Paul Mescal and Gwyneth Paltrow, executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor and executive producer Katy… Continue reading Priyanka Chopra Jonas to present award at 98th Oscars

Samsung’s India R&D centres played pivotal role in Galaxy S26 development

SAN FRANCISCO: (Mar 6) South Korean consumer electronics giant Samsung Electronics’ India-based research and development centres in Bengaluru and Noida played a pivotal role in developing its latest flagship Samsung Galaxy S26 series smartphones, a company official said. The centres contributed to key aspects of the device’s development, underscoring the growing role of Samsung’s India… Continue reading Samsung’s India R&D centres played pivotal role in Galaxy S26 development

US sank Iranian warship, didn’t rescue survivors. Is this legal in war?

AUSTRALIA: (Mar 6) A United States submarine had torpedoed and sunk the Iranian warship IRIS Dena about 40 nautical miles off Sri Lanka this week took many observers by surprise. An attack like this so far from the Persian Gulf – and in a key trade route connecting China to the Middle East – suggests… Continue reading US sank Iranian warship, didn’t rescue survivors. Is this legal in war?

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