India is unlikely to raise petrol and diesel prices immediately despite global crude oil crossing $110 a barrel due to Middle East tensions. The government expects state-run oil companies to absorb the impact temporarily as supply stabilises and imports diversify away from the Strait of Hormuz
Global crude oil prices surged past $91 per barrel amid escalating tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, reviving inflation fears. However, Indian officials said the country has sufficient crude, fuel and LPG stocks despite possible disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz.
Sensex and Nifty fell sharply in early trade Friday as Middle East tensions, weak US equities and continued foreign fund outflows dampened investor sentiment. ICICI Bank and L&T led losses, while IT stocks gained. FIIs remained sellers despite DII support
The release of “Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups,” starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, has been postponed to June 4 due to Middle East tensions. The film avoids a box office clash with Dhurandhar
An Iranian drone strike killed six US soldiers at a tactical operations centre in Port Shuaiba, located miles from Camp Arifjan. The attack, confirmed by the Pentagon, raises concerns over troop safety amid escalating regional conflict
A significant number of personnel - including players, match officials, broadcast teams, and event staff - rely on Gulf hub airports, particularly Dubai, as key transit points
Indian carriers including Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air have suspended or rerouted flights to the Middle East amid rising tensions and airspace closures, especially after Iran’s missile strike on a US base. Global operations also remain affected.
The US President writes on Truth Social that the US had nothing to do with the attack on Iran, tonight. If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before
Amid escalating regional conflicts, US officials emphasize protection of American forces and a commitment to diplomatic negotiations over Iran’s nuclear ambitions
Concurrently, US State Department preparing to order departure of all nonessential personnel from US Embassy in Baghdad due to potential for regional unrest, say officials
