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Iran war could push over 32 million people into poverty; UN warns of 'triple shock' for developing nations
A United Nations report warns the Iran war's economic fallout could plunge over 32 million people into poverty globally. Developing nations face the brunt of this crisis, grappling with surging energ
4 days agoAAP crisis: Punjab CM seeks Prez's intervention against 7 MPs who joined BJP
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will meet President Murmu to seek the recall of seven AAP MPs, including six from Punjab, who have joined the BJP. This move follows Raghav Chadha's announcement th
4 days agoFastest growing startup to implosion: Future tense for AAP as Raghav Chadha leads RS exodus
Aam Aadmi Party faces a significant internal crisis as Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha leads a mass exodus of seven MPs to the Bharatiya Janata Party. This move, following Chadha's removal as deputy lead
4 days agoReliance Industries Q4 results: Net profit falls 12.5%; Jio PAT rises 13%
Reliance Industries' Q4 FY26 net profit declined 12.5% year-on-year to Rs 16,971 crore, impacted by the Middle East crisis affecting its oil and chemicals business. Despite this, revenue rose 13% to
5 days agoIs a climate pattern a bigger threat to India's GDP than the Middle East crisis? Explained
The India Meteorological Department has forecast the possibility of El Nino conditions during the South West monsoon season. Economists and experts note that a weak monsoon will add to the woes caused
5 days agoThis Made-in-India gas stove is priced at Rs 1,50, 000 per unit: What makes it so expensive
Amidst the LPG crisis, an Indian firm has developed a revolutionary hydrogen cooking stove. This plug-and-play unit uses water and electricity to generate green hydrogen on-demand, offering a zero-emi
13 Apr 2026Piyush Goyal releases white paper on TN 'financial crisis,' says public finances were pushed into distress due to mismanagement
Piyush Goyal releases white paper on TN 'financial crisis,' says public finances were pushed into distress due to mismanagement
5 Apr 2026'Not our war': UK PM to host multi-nation meeting on Hormuz crisis; backs Nato after Trump's 'paper tiger' jibe
Prime Minister Keir Starmer affirmed Britain will not join the Middle East conflict, deeming it "not our war" and not in the UK's national interest. He announced a meeting of 35 countries to discuss
1 Apr 2026LPG and fuel crisis LIVE: Jet fuel prices more than doubled to ₹2.07 lakh/kl; commercial LPG up ₹195.50
This is the first time ever that aviation turbine fuel prices have crossed the ₹2 lakh per kilolitre mark; domestic cooking gas LPG rates, which were last hiked by ₹60 per 14.2 kg cylinder on March 7,
1 Apr 2026Meghan Markle's estranged father finds love with nurse who is 35 years younger to him: "She makes me feel safe"
At 81, Thomas Markle, father of Duchess Meghan, has found unexpected love and a new beginning in the Philippines after a health crisis. His nurse, Rio Canedo, became his partner, offering a peaceful
30 Mar 2026Govt works for Indians' safety in Gulf, Congress risking lives: PM Modi
Launching the BJP-led NDA’s poll campaign at a rally in Kerala’s Palakkad, Modi said many people from the state are working in regions hit by the conflict and “for us their safety remains a top prior
30 Mar 2026Middle East crisis: Govt levies export duties on diesel, turbine oil; eyes over Rs 1,500 crore collection in fortnight
The government has imposed export duties on diesel and turbine fuel to boost domestic availability and energy security, estimating Rs 1,500 crore in revenue. Simultaneously, special excise duties on
27 Mar 2026Middle East crisis: PM Modi to hold talks with CMs tomorrow, review preparedness
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will convene a virtual meeting with chief ministers on Friday to assess India's preparedness for the ongoing Middle East conflict. The discussion will focus on coordinatin
26 Mar 2026US-Iran war: Why India is facing an LPG crisis — explained in charts
India grapples with a severe cooking gas shortage, driven by Middle East conflict-induced import disruptions. Long queues and panic buying plague cities as supply chains strain. The government is prio
25 Mar 2026'Maybe they'll see worse': 2008 crisis expert names four risks that could bring down global financial system
Richard Bookstaber, a financial analyst and former hedge fund and US Treasury insider who wrote A Demon of Our Own Design, the book that foreshadowed the 2008 financial crisis, warns that today’s fin
25 Mar 2026Study lessons from West Asia conflict to improve India’s def preparedness: Rajnath
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened a high-level meeting to assess the West Asia crisis's impact on India's security. He stressed learning from the conflict to bolster defence preparedness, emphas
24 Mar 2026On this day in 1965, Russia beat the US in first spacewalk, but was shadowed by an oxygen crisis
On this day in 1965, Russia beat the US in first spacewalk, but was shadowed by an oxygen crisis
24 Mar 2026How much oil does India have? PM Modi explains nation’s preparedness amid global fuel crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured India of sufficient crude oil storage and uninterrupted supply amidst the West Asia war's global fuel crunch. He highlighted the nation's strategic oil reserves an
24 Mar 2026'Situation worrisome': PM Modi clears India's stand on Iran war, flags impact of Hormuz disruption
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the West Asian crisis, highlighting its negative impact on the global economy and India. He assured that the government is providing full suppor
23 Mar 2026Has oil crisis Trumped US? Inside the war-time paradox of fighting Iran and funding its crude
The US faces a paradox in its conflict with Iran, relying on the nation's oil to stabilize global markets while simultaneously trying to weaken it. Disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz and attac
21 Mar 2026BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says AI is leading to a crisis and it is not mass layoffs
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warns that current college graduates may face high unemployment due to rapid AI adoption disrupting entry-level white-collar jobs. He highlights a societal lag in adapting to
20 Mar 2026
FoodCooking gas crisis on the boil across Telangana
An LPG shortage triggered by global supply disruptions has begun to ripple across Telangana, hitting restaurants, temples, industries and households alike. While domestic supplies are officially being
20 Mar 2026'Use LPG wisely': Centre says supply 'matter of concern'; advises consumers not to panic
India's energy crisis persists due to Middle East conflict, but the government assures consumers about LPG supplies. While urging judicious consumption and alternate fuel use, authorities are conducti
17 Mar 2026
TravelKerala wellness sector stares at uncertainty as West Asian crisis continues
Kerala is considered the cradle of wellness tourism in the country, and nearly 70% of the foreign tourists visiting the State belong to this category
16 Mar 2026500 Golden Visa holders return to UAE after being stranded abroad: Authorities step up crisis response amid Iran vs US-Israel war
Amidst Iran vs US-Israel war travel chaos, the UAE has successfully repatriated nearly 500 Golden Visa holders and residents stranded abroad due to airspace closures. This swift action highlights the
16 Mar 2026Cognizant advises BYOF for employees, reviews supply concerns
Cognizant is encouraging employees to bring their own food as part of contingency planning amid the West Asia crisis. The IT major is preparing for potential disruptions in food services and transport
14 Mar 2026War upends life as LPG crisis hits not only eateries & hostels but also temples
The ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel has triggered a severe LPG cylinder shortage across India, leading to black marketing, price hikes, and widespread business closures. Restaurants
13 Mar 2026Middle East crisis: Jaishankar holds fourth call with Iranian FM; bilateral ties in focus
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held his fourth phone call with Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi, discussing bilateral ties and BRICS issues amidst Middle East tensions. The conversation follo
13 Mar 2026
FoodPiped cooking gas users feel heat of LPG crisis, scramble to stock up
Residents of gated communities, high-rises in and around Hyderabad relying on piped LPG are facing the impact of the cooking gas crisis, with housing associations scrambling to replenish cylinder bank
11 Mar 2026Middle East crisis: LPG shortage ripples across Chennai hostels, PGs and wedding halls; hospitals may feel pinch soon
A commercial LPG shortage is impacting corporate canteens, hostels, and wedding halls across Chennai. Hostels are already rationing services, with some facilities halting coffee, tea, and certain di
11 Mar 2026