How rising crude prices amid Strait of Hormuz closure may spell gains for Indian upstream oil companies

Wars and geopolitical conflicts often have unexpected impacts for economies. Countries are struggling with tight energy supplies and companies in the Gulf are forced to rethink their production volumes. The key question is, what impact will the Middle East conflict have on Indian companies?While most Indian retailers are facing losses amid supply concerns, the Iran…

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DMK opposes UGC nominee in VC panels | Chennai News

Chennai: DMK MP P Wilson on Wednesday opposed Tamil Nadu govt’s reported move to include a University Grants Commission nominee in university vice-chancellor search committees.Wilson told reporters in Chennai that it would dilute the state’s constitutional authority over higher education and cede powers to Union govt. “Including a UGC nominee in the vice-chancellor selection panel…

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Sikh body, Amritpal’s party raise safety concerns over pilgrims | Chandigarh News

Amritsar: Citing recent altercations involving Sikh pilgrims at religious destinations, including Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand and Manikaran Sahib in Himachal Pradesh, several Sikh organisations have written to authorities in the two states, seeking measures to ensure the safety and security of devotees undertaking the pilgrimages.Neena Singh, a member of Sikh Legal Aid, said the organisation…

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NIA Charges Naxal Operative for Promoting Violence at Funeral of CPI(Maoist) Leader | India News

NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday chargesheeted a key Naxal operative for having incited a gathering of around 200 persons at the funeral meeting of slain CPI(Maoist) central committee member Katta Ramachandra Reddy in Oct 2025, to actively promote the violent Left-wing extremism (LWE) ideology and keep the “revolution” alive.Gade Innaiah @…

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Anti-ragging squads, police pickets to keep DU students safe | Delhi News

New Delhi: Ahead of the 2026 admission cycle, Delhi University has started strengthening anti-ragging mechanisms to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for freshers.The university has directed all colleges, departments and hostels to complete anti-ragging arrangements by July 28, including the formation of committees and squads. It will also set up two joint control rooms….

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