A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi triggered panic among passengers after encountering severe weather conditions mid-air. The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, shows visibly distressed passengers, with some seen crying and praying as the aircraft experienced turbulence and prolonged delays. According to officials, the flight

Iran has signaled a shift in its approach to the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing talks with the United States, proposing safe passage for ships through the Omani side of the strategic waterway. The move suggests a potential de-escalation after weeks of hardline rhetoric from Tehran. The development comes amid heightened tensions, with the U.S. military reportedly imposing restrictions on Iranian ports, disrupting global oil and LNG shipping. Against this backdrop, Iran’s proposal

An explosion at a power plant in Sakti district has left nine workers dead and 15 others injured. The incident occurred at a Vedanta Limited power plant in Singhitarai village on Tuesday afternoon, with fears that some workers ma

A social media post by the Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai has gone viral after it shared a message praising India, drawing widespread attention online. The consulate reposted content on X (f

Ambedkar Jayanti is observed every year on April 14 to mark the birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar, one of India’s greatest reformers and the chief architect of the Constitution. The day is celebrated across the country to hon

In response to concerns over rising fuel prices amid global tensions, the Indian government has announced a significant reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel. Starting Friday, the excise duty on petrol has been slashed to Rs 3 per litre, while the excise on diesel has been reduced to zero. This move comes after fears that the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran could lead to higher fuel prices, especially as global crude prices surged past $100 per barrel. Despite the dut

Starting April 1, India will implement the revised Income-tax Act, 2025, replacing the six-decade-old Income-tax Act of 1961. While tax rates and slabs remain unchanged, significant changes will affect how income, deductions, salary, capital gains, and disclosures are reported. The new law aims to simplify tax reporting, with stricter compliance requirements and a more precise reporting structure. A key change involves meal card exemptions for salaried employees. The exemption limit

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is responding positively to treatment for a systemic infection, according to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi. The 79-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on the night of March 24 after experiencing a fever. The hospital confirmed that she is being treated with antibiotics and remains under the close supervision of a team of senior doctors. Her health has been stable since admission, and the medical team is carefully monitoring her recovery.

India is accelerating the signing of contracts for crude oil and LPG imports, aiming to diversify its supply sources amidst disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The country's need for oil has been rising, with daily imports averaging 5.5 to 6 million barrels. After Russia's oil imports were reduced as part of an agreement with the U.S., India has been exploring new avenues to ensure stable oil supplies, including from Russia, despite the geopolitical tensions.

Iran has stated that the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil transport, will remain open for select countries, including India, despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The strait is crucial for international trade,

The global economy faces significant risks if oil prices reach $150 per barrel, warns Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock. In recent days, Brent crude surpassed $110 per barrel, causing a substantial market reaction, and a new report suggests that prices could climb even further, especially if the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict escalates. Fink emphasized that if oil prices continue to rise, the world would face a major economic shock rather than a gradual adjustment. The impact would be felt a

India granted docking permission to Iranian naval vessels after their participation in multinational maritime events earlier this year, even as regional tensions escalated following a United States submarine strike that sank one of the ships near Sri Lanka. The Iranian vessels IRIS Lavan, IRIS Bushehr and IRIS Dena had taken part in the Milan 2026 multilateral naval exercise and the International Fleet Review held in Visakhapatnam in February. These events, which brought together navies from

India created history by becoming the first team to successfully defend a T20 World Cup title after securing a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup final. The match, played at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, showcased an outstanding performance from the Indian team with both bat and ball. In a high-intensity f

India booked their place in the T20 World Cup final after surviving a dramatic counterattack led by England's Jacob Bethell, securing a thrilling seven-run win in a high-pressure semifinal at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. With explosive batting, pivotal moments in the field, and nerve-wracking tension in the final overs, India managed to hold their nerve and defend a massive total to end England's hopes of reaching the title clash. Despite Bethell’s heroics, which produced one of the most me

The T20 World Cup semifinal between India and England at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium promises to be a thrilling encounter, as history, rivalry, and high stakes collide. The two teams, who have met in the last two T20 World Cup semifinals, will battle for a place in the final against New Zealand, adding another chapter to their fierce rivalry. Wankhede holds special significance for Indian cricket. It was here that India secured their historic 2011 ODI World Cup victory, thanks