India

India-flagged vessel Green Asha safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the ninth tanker to transit amid tensions with Iran, highlighting continued energy shipments despite risks disrupting global oil supply routes and maritime security concerns

India’s oil marketing firms like Indian Oil Corporation will pay discounted prices to refineries to offset fuel price freeze losses, shifting the burden onto standalone refiners amid rising crude costs and widening under-recoveries across petrol, diesel and ATF

Six of India’s top firms, including Bharti Airtel and ICICI Bank, lost Rs 64,734 crore in market value amid volatility, while gains in Reliance Industries and IT stocks partially offset broader equity market weakness

Oil India Limited boosted crude output in Rajasthan’s Thar desert to a record 1,202 barrels per day, driven by advanced recovery techniques, strengthening India’s energy security amid global market uncertainty and rising geopolitical tensions

Delhi Police Special Cell detained Rizwan Ahmad from Kushinagar over suspected terror links, seizing electronic devices and incriminating material. Authorities are probing his past alleged connections with ISIS and monitoring contacts amid heightened vigilance

Raghav Chadha defended his record of raising Punjab issues in Parliament amid internal Aam Aadmi Party criticism, alleging a coordinated campaign against him and reaffirming his commitment to the state and its people

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended Easter greetings, highlighting hope, renewal and unity. The occasion of Easter commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, inspiring peace, compassion and togetherness across the country

Hyderabad-based Mehrunisha Begum won gold in the logistics and freight forwarding category at IndiaSkills Competition 2026, organised by NSDC, after progressing through multiple rounds, earning recognition and a potential pathway to represent India at WorldSkills

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim for their second straight win when they face Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru. RCB look strong with Kohli, Padikkal and Jurel in form, while CSK struggle with Sanju Samson’s poor start and ineffective bowling

Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in their first home game of IPL 2026. Sameer Rizvi smashed 90 off 51 balls, supported by Pathum Nissanka, while disciplined bowling restricted MI to 162 despite Suryakumar Yadav’s fifty

Rajasthan Royals defeated Gujarat Titans by six runs in Ahmedabad. Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal starred with the bat, while Tushar Deshpande bowled a brilliant final over. Sai Sudharsan’s elegant 73 went in vain as GT fell short

Families of victims of the Air India Flight AI‑171 crash have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding the release of cockpit and flight data recorder information. The letter highlights frustration with the slow pace of the investigation and poor communication from authorities and Air India.

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Hikaru Nakamura in round six of the Candidates chess tournament, while Javokhir Sindarov stunned Wei Yi to extend his lead. In the women’s section, Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali registered impressive victories

The March 31 deadline may signal a retreat of Red Terror and a battle won, but without deep, inclusive development — jobs, education, infrastructure and rehabilitation — the war remains far from over

Chennai’s Vishvanath Suresh, India’s top-ranked flyweight, stunned reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia. The national champion continues his rapid rise, backed by a decorated youth career and strong support from the Army Sports Institute

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned India of a retaliatory strike in Kolkata if New Delhi attempts any “false flag operation.” Speaking in Sialkot, Asif alleged that such operations were being planned but offered no evidence.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by their strong win over Kolkata Knight Riders, face Lucknow Super Giants at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. With Pat Cummins still unavailable, SRH’s bowlers and batters will be tested against LSG’s powerful line-up

Surat residents applying for new domestic PNG connections by June 30 will receive a ₹500 discount, officials said. The move aims to boost adoption, with faster installation timelines and assured supply of essential commodities across the district

Security agencies have uncovered a plot by ISI-backed micro modules to carry out attacks at railway stations across India. Recent arrests and investigations indicate plans for multiple small strikes targeting railway infrastructure to disrupt services and spread panic

India and Bangladesh are set to strengthen cooperation on security, connectivity and trade during Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s visit. Key discussions will focus on border management, counter-terrorism, energy routes and regional stability, paving the way for a meeting between the two Prime Ministers

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi rejected allegations of being a BJP proxy and criticised the Congress during his Gujarat visit. He raised concerns over the Uniform Civil Code, Disturbed Areas Act and representation of Muslims, while outlining his party’s election plans

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, campaigning in Kerala for the Congress party, reiterated claims about the implementation of six guarantees and filling government job vacancies in Telangana. His statements, including assertions of 70,000 jobs filled, contradict his own Assembly record of 16,978 posts and recruitment processes initiated under the previous BRS government.

The government has urged citizens not to panic buy fuel, assuring that petrol, diesel and LPG supplies remain adequate despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Measures are in place to ensure availability, control demand and prevent hoarding

India’s LPG supply remains steady as an Indian tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz and an Iranian cargo reached Mangalore. Despite tensions in West Asia, authorities continue monitoring vessels, ensuring fuel inflows and maritime operations remain stable