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Ukraine's underwater drones hit 2 Russian oil tankers in Black Sea

Ukrainian underwater drones have struck two tankers belonging to Russia's so-called shadow fleet in the Black Sea, a Ukrainian security official has confirmed -- marking the latest escalation in......

Iran shutting Hormuz Strait will impact Indian economy: Experts

The Israel-Iran conflict has entered a 'decisive phase' after the United States bombed three major Iranian nuclear sites Sunday morning, feel strategic affairs experts with some of them arguing it......

Arunachal Key To India-Japan Strategy Against China

If they act now, they can reshape the strategic map of Asia without firing a shot. If they wait, the next opportunity will come only after a serious Taiwan Strait incident -- by which time the......

China commissions 3rd aircraft carrier: Should India worry?

China has commissioned its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, stated to be the most modern warship equipped with electromagnetic catapults, at a ceremony attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping,......

'He knows the consequences': Trump threatens Xi

United States President Donald Trump said that China 'knows the consequences' if it attacks Taiwan, asserting that Chinese President Xi Jinping understands the situation 'very well'. IMAGE: US......

Strait of Hormuz closure: How it will impact India

US strikes on Iran's three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical chokepoints, through which a......

US LPG pact may shield India from geopolitical shocks

India's decision to import LPG from the US helps it to diversify sources as it reduces almost full reliance on West Asian countries for supply of the country's primary cooking fuel. Kindly note......

India's energy sector battles taxes, global turmoil

India’s brittle energy security is inextricably linked to two opposing paradigms — fossil fuels, and the transition to green energy. Photograph: Reuters The first powers the present; the......

How Iran-Israel conflict affects India's overseas trade

The commerce ministry on Friday held consultations with key stakeholders, including shipping lines, exporters, container firms, and other departments, to assess the impact of the Iran-Israel......

India's Oil Reforms Aim To Counter US, EU Pressure

The government has no say in where the country's refiners source oil from because these are commercial transactions. Photograph: Sergei Karpukhin/Reuters India's energy security will get a leg......

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

'Look after your own mother before looking after your neighbour's mother.''I don't believe in starving my own mother and feeding sweets to the neighbours.' IMAGE: Salman Khan, Tiku Talsania and......

'Alaya Wants None Of The Nepotism'

'Alaya has kept her career disconnected from me in every way.''She wanted to achieve success by herself without any help or interference.' IMAGE: Pooja Bedi with daughter Alaya F. Photograph: Kind......

Chandrika Tandon Wins A Grammy

Photograph: Kind courtesy Chandrika Tandon/Instagram Chennai-born Indian-American businesswoman and musician Chandrika Tandon, 71, won a Grammy in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category......

Vijay 69 Review: Bland

It's too bad Viijay 69 does not let the viewer feel Anupam Kher's despair or his triumph. The most forgettable 'zero to hero' films at least managed that much, notes Deepa Gahlot. Last year's......

2024's 10 Best Web Series

The year was rich in content as far as Web series were concerned. The general bent was towards thrillers, and many of them were slick and entertaining. Shows that ran into their next seasons, like......

Women's World Cup: Mooney masterclass sinks Pakistan

IMAGE: Beth Mooney's 114-ball 109 contained 11 boundaries. Photograph: ICC Cricket World Cup/X SCORECARD Star batter Beth Mooney struck a magnificent hundred and led a remarkable Australian......

Krunal-Kohli Lesson On How To Chase On Tricky Wicket

Although Kohli and Krunal made the chase look simple, it was anything but, especially on a pitch that offered some help for the bowlers. IMAGE: Krunal Pandya and Virat Kohl put on a 119-run stand.......

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha trounce TN, set up Mumbai semis

IMAGE: Yash Rathod made a watchful 112 as Vidarbha trounced Tamil Nadu by 198 runs in the Ranji Trophy quarter-finals on Tuesday. Photograph: Yash Rathod/Instagram Riding on seamer Nachiket......

Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha take huge lead against Tamil Nadu

IMAGE: Pacer Aditya Thakare claimed 5/34 to help Vidarbha take a huge lead against Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final on Monday. Photograph: BCCI Domestic/X Pacer Aditya Thakare picked......

Nitish's Dad Touches Gavaskar's Feet

SEE: Muthyala Reddy, Nitish Kumar Reddy's dad, touches Sunil Gavaskar's feet. Video: Kind courtesy Ben Cameron/X Nitish Kumar Reddy's proud family shared emotional moments with Sunil......