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Geopolitics

Kerosene makes a comeback? Oil firms plan backup as LPG shortage fears rise

Times of India – World · India

Authorities are exploring a return of kerosene for kitchens in Uttar Pradesh. This is a precautionary step for a possible LPG shortage in the coming days. Oil …

Geopolitics

Liberia-flagged tanker ‘Shenlong’ carrying Saudi crude enters India via Strait of Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

A Liberian-flagged oil tanker, captained by an Indian, successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz to reach Mumbai Port. This marks a significant transit amid …

Geopolitics

'Insult to national flag': Complaint filed against Hardik Pandya over T20 WC celebration

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they verify and present …

Geopolitics

Watch: Video shows huge blaze after blasts hit oil tankers off Iraq’s Basra coast

Times of India – World · India

A deadly explosion rocked two oil tankers in the Persian Gulf off Iraq's Basra coast, with officials suspecting an attack by Iranian boats. The blasts ignited …

Geopolitics

Expats alert: Dubai tightens housing rules, shared apartment violations may cost Dh1 million fines

Times of India – World · India

Dubai has enacted a stringent new law to regulate shared housing, imposing hefty fines up to Dh500,000 for violations and Dh1 million for repeat offenders. Thi…

Geopolitics

US strike likely hit Iran school due to outdated intel: Report

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely reporting on internationa…

Geopolitics

The hidden battlefield: Censorship in the Israel–Iran war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Missiles fly between Israel and Iran, but censorship and access limits mean much of the war remains hidden from view.

Geopolitics

'No need to panic': PM Modi urges calm on concerns over energy crisis

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they provide breaking news,…

Geopolitics

MEA condemns attack on India-bound Thai ship, says innocent lives lost in conflict 'unacceptable'

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team gathers, verifies, a…

Geopolitics

Close shave for Farooq Abdullah: Man aims gun at ex-J&K CM, pinned down in time - CCTV footage

Times of India – World · India

A man opened fire at the cavalcade of former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah and Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary. Both leaders escaped unhurt as …

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis: 2 Indians killed, 1 missing after merchant vessels attacked, says MEA

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Journalists prioritize excellence, verifying breaking news and in-depth anal…

Geopolitics

Indian students in Iran begin arranging exit amid safety concerns; first batch set to depart for Armenia border

Times of India – World · India

Indian students in Iran are arranging to leave due to escalating conflict fears. Evacuation routes via Armenia and Azerbaijan are being offered, with some opt…

Geopolitics

‘Extremely unfortunate’: PM Modi hits out at Cong for ‘looking for politics’ amid Middle East crisis

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team verifies and …

Geopolitics

‘A welcome step’: Opposition backs TMC’s move to bring impeachment motion against CEC

Times of India – World · India

Opposition parties, led by the Trinamool Congress, are planning an impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner over alleged irregularities in We…

Geopolitics

Kejriwal appeals to Delhi HC Chief Justice to transfer excise policy case to 'impartial' bench

Times of India – World · India

Arvind Kejriwal and other accused in the excise policy case have requested the Delhi High Court Chief Justice to transfer their criminal revision petition from…

Geopolitics

Japan announces release of strategic oil reserves as Middle East tensions push prices up

Times of India – World · India

Japan is releasing significant portions of its oil reserves to stabilize energy markets amidst escalating Middle East tensions. This strategic move, involving …

Geopolitics

Al Jazeera reports from Israeli bombing of Beirut apartment block

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr reports from the site of an Israeli strike on a residential building in central Beirut.

Geopolitics

Census 2027: How India’s population count will be conducted in two phases

Times of India – World · India

Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases, starting with Houselisting and Housing Census from April to September 2026, followed by Population Enumeration in …

Geopolitics

SC allows first-ever passive euthanasia; how it differs from active euthanasia

Times of India – World · India

India's Supreme Court has permitted passive euthanasia, reigniting the debate on 'letting die' versus 'active killing'. While passive euthanasia involves withd…

Geopolitics

Iran launches fresh strike on UAE: Two drones fall near Dubai airport; Indian among 4 injured

Times of India – World · India

Two drones crashed near Dubai International Airport, injuring four people, including an Indian national. This incident highlights the ongoing regional conflict…

Geopolitics

NCERT chapter row: SC asks to disassociate professors from work paid by public funds

Times of India – World · India

The Supreme Court has directed all publicly funded educational institutions to remove Professor Michel Denino and two associates from curriculum and textbook p…

Geopolitics

UP teen approaches police to stop partially paralysed father’s 7th marriage

Times of India – World · India

A 17-year-old boy in Azamgarh reported his 55-year-old father to the police after being beaten for opposing his seventh marriage. The father, Amarjeet Maurya, …

Geopolitics

‘Our hearts were shaking’: Tehran residents recall night of heaviest bombing since Iran war began

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk employs seasoned journalists and writers to deliver global news with diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, i…

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UP man critically injured in Saudi Arabia projectile attack; family seeks help

Times of India – World · India

A 27-year-old Indian diesel mechanic from Moradabad, Mohd Azam, was critically injured in Saudi Arabia when a military projectile struck a residential site in …

Geopolitics

FBI raises reward to $1m for ‘most wanted’ Indian man accused of killing wife

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers covers global events. - Unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timely reporting…

Geopolitics

US repeats ‘good actors’ remark on India, says oil waiver won’t aid Russia

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk provides global business news, covering markets, trends, and analysis for informed readers. - Focuses on economic insights, exclusive rep…

Geopolitics

Watch: US destroys multiple Iranian minelayers in Strait of Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

US forces have destroyed multiple Iranian vessels suspected of laying naval mines near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route. President Tru…

Geopolitics

Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune and more: Severe LPG crunch hits cities, 1000s of hotels affected

Times of India – World · India

India faces a severe crunch in liquefied natural gas and commercial LPG supplies due to West Asian conflict disruptions. The government is reallocating gas, pr…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis: Jaishankar holds 'detailed conversation' with Iranian FM Araghchi

Times of India – World · India

External affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar spoke with Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. They discussed regional developments and shipping se…

Geopolitics

Press freedom declines in Americas, with US seeing sharpest drop: Report

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A press freedom index has given the Americas its lowest ranking since it started recording results six years ago.

Geopolitics

At least six dead, five injured in Switzerland bus fire

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, they delive…

Geopolitics

Day 12 of war: US, Israel pound Iran with 'heaviest' strikes; Tehran rules out ceasefire

Times of India – World · India

The war between the US, Israel, and Iran intensified on its 12th day with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion. Iran vowed to continue fight…

Geopolitics

Rescue workers search rubble after strikes hit Tehran neighbourhood

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rescuers search rubble and aid injured in Tehran’s Resalat neighbourhood after a reported Israeli strike.

Geopolitics

'SKY is the limit': Celebrations galore at Suryakumar Yadav's UP village

Times of India – World · India

India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory sparked jubilant celebrations in Suryakumar Yadav's ancestral village, Hathauda. Relatives and villagers cheered the win, wh…

Geopolitics

Ahead of Tamil Nadu polls, Cabinet approves international airport status for Madurai

Times of India – World · India

The Union Cabinet has approved declaring Madurai airport an international airport, a move aimed at boosting global connectivity to the temple city. This decisi…

Geopolitics

'How dare you?' CJI blasts pleas against judicial officers engaged in Bengal SIR

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk features a dedicated team working 24/7 to deliver timely, comprehensive news and updates globally. - Committed to excellence, they verify and…

Geopolitics

One terrorist killed, operation under way along LoC in J&K's Nowshera

Times of India – World · India

Indian Army troops thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Jhangar sector on Tuesday. Acting on intelligence, alert s…

Geopolitics

Eateries flag LPG shortage: Govt sets up 3-member panel

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7, delivering current, comprehensive news globally. Dedicated team ensures timely updates. - Committed to excellence, they gather…

Geopolitics

'Kar diya na kaam': BJP shares video of Rahul Gandhi praising IYC's 'shirtless' protest

Times of India – World · India

The BJP has criticized Rahul Gandhi for backing the Youth Congress' "shirtless" protest at the AI Impact Summit in Delhi. Party leaders accused Gandhi of orche…

Geopolitics

Parliament face-off: Centre, oppn clash as debate on no-confidence motion against Birla begins

Times of India – World · India

Lok Sabha witnessed a heated debate as the opposition moved a resolution to remove Speaker Om Birla. Congress MPs questioned the authority of Jagdambika Pal, w…

Geopolitics

SC asks Centre to draft 'no-fault compensation policy' for serious Covid vaccine side effects

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Journalists prioritize excellence in gathering, verifying, and presenting br…

Geopolitics

‘Without money, we will die here too’: Why war hasn't stopped Indian workers heading to Middle East

Times of India – World · India

Despite escalating tensions in West Asia, a steady stream of Indian workers are applying for visas to Gulf countries, driven by economic necessity. Many applic…

Geopolitics

Team India Report Card: Perfect finish to a not-so-perfect T20 World Cup campaign

Times of India – World · India

Defending champions India clinched their third T20 World Cup title, overcoming a challenging campaign to defeat New Zealand in the final. Despite a shaky start…

Geopolitics

West Asia tensions disrupt commercial LPG supply in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata

Times of India – World · India

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued orders to oil refineries to increase Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) production and directed that such additiona…

Geopolitics

'Entire book withdrawn': After SC rap, NCERT apologises over chapter on corruption in judiciary

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk's dedicated team works 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive global news. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and present breaki…

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