A major escalation in tensions involving Iran has rattled global energy markets after a missile strike hit Ras Laffan, the largest LNG facility in Qatar. The plant, run by QatarEnergy, is a crucial supplier of natural gas to countries across the world—including India. The attack has forced a complete halt in production at the facility, […]
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Even as global oil prices continue to rise due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East, fuel prices across India have remained largely unchanged on March 19, offering some relief to consumers. International crude oil rates have surged sharply, with Brent crude crossing $108 per barrel—an increase of over 5% in recent days. Since the […]
Cooking gas has become more expensive for many households and businesses across India, as the government recently increased LPG cylinder prices amid ongoing global supply challenges. The price of a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder has gone up by ₹60, while a 19 kg commercial cylinder has become costlier by ₹144. These revised rates, introduced […]
Security concerns have intensified in the United States after multiple unidentified drones were spotted flying over a key military base in Washington, D.C. According to reports, the drones were seen over Fort Lesley J. McNair—a highly sensitive Army installation where senior officials, including Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth, are known to reside. The sightings, which […]
A video from Dubai International Airport has gone viral on social media, showing long queues of passengers waiting at immigration counters, even as tensions rise across the Middle East. The clip, shared on X by a user, captures a crowded arrivals area on March 18. Travellers can be seen standing in long lines with their […]
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has taken a serious turn, with fresh missile attacks causing significant damage to key energy facilities in Qatar. Qatar confirmed that its major gas hub at Ras Laffan Industrial City was hit by Iranian missile strikes, triggering fires and widespread damage. Authorities strongly condemned the attack, calling it […]
The United Arab Emirates faced a tense and dangerous situation on Tuesday as its defence systems successfully intercepted multiple incoming threats amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. According to officials, around 10 ballistic missiles and 45 drones were shot down before they could cause major damage. Since the escalation began, the UAE has reportedly neutralised
Sanjay Jha, a Member of Parliament from Janata Dal (United), expressed खुशी and confidence after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured victory on all five seats in the Rajya Sabha elections from Bihar. Calling the result a “strong endorsement,” Jha said the outcome reflects the trust that people and legislators have in the NDA’s leadership […]
As tensions rise between Iran, Israel and the United States, a strong statement attributed to an Iranian military official has drawn global attention — and questions about its authenticity. The remark is linked to Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya central military headquarters. In the widely circulated quote, he appears to directly address former
Leaders of the BRICS nations came together virtually on Monday, voicing growing concern over what they see as increasing economic pressure from the United States, while also pushing to strengthen cooperation within their expanding bloc. Chairing the summit, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva spoke strongly against what he described as the normalization of […]
