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Oil Prices Fall as Markets Welcome Pause in U.S. Strikes on Iran, Raising Hopes for Diplomacy

Global Energy Markets | Global oil prices declined on Tuesday as investors responded positively to a temporary pause in U.S. military strikes on Iran, boosting expectations that diplomatic negotiations could reduce tensions in the Middle East and help stabilize global energy supplies. Market participants viewed the pause as a potential opportunity to avoid further disruptions … Read more

Trump Rejects Netanyahu’s Objections to Possible F-35 Sale to Turkey, Says U.S. Alone Will Decide

Washington, D.C. | A significant policy difference has emerged between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Trump dismissed Israeli concerns over a potential sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Turkey. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One before Netanyahu’s arrival in Washington, Trump emphasized that the United States alone … Read more

HUDCO Reports 35% Jump in Q1 FY27 Net Profit to ₹851 Crore, Declares Interim Dividend of ₹1.25 Per Share

New Delhi, India | Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO), a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), has announced a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY 2026–27, posting a 35.05% year-on-year increase in net profit. The company’s Board of Directors also declared the … Read more

CMPDIL Signs Landmark Agreement to Explore Rare Earth Elements in Rajasthan

New Delhi, India | In a significant step toward strengthening India’s critical mineral security, Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL) has signed an Agreement for Deed Execution of Exploration Licence with the Department of Mines and Geology (DMG), Rajasthan, to begin the exploration of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in the Nawatala–Devigarh block. The … Read more

NHPC Appoints Shri Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara as Director (Personnel) for Five-Year Term

New Delhi, India | NHPC Limited, one of India’s leading public sector hydropower companies, has announced the appointment of Paresh Rasiklal Ranpara as its new Director (Personnel). The appointment has been approved by the Ministry of Power, Government of India, marking a significant addition to the company’s senior leadership. The decision was communicated through the … Read more

iQOO Z11 Expected to Launch Soon in India with a Different Processor Than the Chinese Version

Hyderabad, India | iQOO is reportedly preparing to expand its Z11 smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the iQOO Z11, following the introduction of the iQOO Z11x 5G and iQOO Z11 Lite in the country. According to recent reports, the new smartphone is expected to make its Indian debut in August 2026, with … Read more

Wild Bear Enters Residential Area in Manendragarh, Seriously Injures Returning Resident

Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB), Chhattisgarh | A wild bear entered a residential neighborhood in Ward No. 39 of the Chirmiri Municipal Corporation area in Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB) district, triggering panic among residents after it attacked a man returning home on Monday evening. The victim, identified as Vicky Paswan (35), sustained serious injuries in the attack and was rushed … Read more

Thousands of Electricity Meter Readers Protest in Chhattisgarh; Bhupesh Baghel Backs Job Security Demands

Raipur, Chhattisgarh | Thousands of electricity meter readers gathered in Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh, to protest against the implementation of smart prepaid electricity meters, expressing fears that the new system could threaten the livelihoods of thousands of workers. The demonstration was organized by the Electricity Meter Reader Workers’ Union, Chhattisgarh, and received support from … Read more

Multiple Explosions Rock Erbil as Suspected Iranian Drone Attacks Raise Regional Tensions

Erbil, Iraq | A series of powerful explosions shook the northern Iraqi city of Erbil early Tuesday, including blasts reported near the U.S. Consulate, as suspected Iranian drone attacks targeted multiple locations across the region, according to local media and security sources. Reports from Al Jazeera, citing Iraqi police sources, said that at least seven … Read more

Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP Over Dharmendra Pradhan’s Exit, Calls It a ‘Celebration of Ruining Millions of Students’ Futures’

New Delhi, India | India’s political battle over the country’s education system intensified after Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) following the resignation of former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Speaking amid ongoing protests over the alleged NEET examination paper leak and … Read more