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Bahrain has reported aerial attack alerts despite the announcement of a temporary US-Iran ceasefire, raising concerns about the fragility of the truce across the Gulf region. Air-Defence systems were activated in several Gulf states as tensions persisted even after the ceasefire framework was unveiled.

India on Apr 8 issued a fresh advisory urging its nationals in Iran to expeditiously exit the country despite a declared US–Iran ceasefire. The Indian Embassy warned against approaching land borders without coordination and shared emergency contact numbers amid ongoing safety concerns.

"There will be ups and downs in life -- injuries and all -- but you should never forget your ground-level hard work. we are like labourers, we just have to keep bowling," he said at the unveiling of third season of Bengal Pro T20 League ahead of KKR vs LSG on Thursday (Apr 9).

US President Donald Trump has said the United States will help with traffic buildup in the Strait of Hormuz, as efforts continue to restore maritime movement following a temporary US-Iran ceasefire. The key shipping corridor through which a major share of the world’s oil flows—has seen disruption during the conflict.

Pakistan mediated a US-Iran ceasefire after last-minute talks led by Shehbaz Sharif, with negotiations set in Islamabad. Here is why negotiations are happening in Pakistan.

The owner of Ghanshyam Dairy has denied any lapse, maintaining that the product was safe and widely consumed without incident. With this, investigators have begun exploring other angles, including the possibility of deliberate poisoning or exposure to a toxic substance within the household.

Donald Trump's threatening words and actions have led Stephen King to say that he is similar to a character he wrote about in his 1979 book The Dead Zone, who set the stage for nuclear war.

The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, pausing attacks and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the deal, missile alerts across Gulf nations raised concerns. Both sides claimed victory, with Pakistan credited for mediating talks.

China’s central bank has significantly increased its gold-buying efforts, marking 17 consecutive months of accumulation through March 2026. This increase comes as the Iran war intensified through March, impacting gold prices.

Ever wondered how Iran continues to sell oil, especially to China? A new report by The Wall Street Journal claims that China has developed a discreet financial and commercial network to continue buying oil from Iran despite international sanctions.

Based on reports from April 2026, Pakistani Senator Mushahid Hussain has claimed that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is "stuck and helpless" due to financial pressures stemming from its involvement in regional conflicts, particularly in Sudan and Yemen.

The West Asia conflict is sending shockwaves across the globe. Today we will focus on Asian countries. Well, Asia’s heavy reliance on imported crude, much of it from the Strait of Hormuz, has forced the region to take immediate measures to secure energy supply and protect its citizens. From Japan to South Asia, governments are responding to one of the severest energy shocks in years. Take a look at our next report.

In a significant political development, India’s Parliament has rejected an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The notice, submitted by Opposition members seeking his removal, was turned down by Om Birla and C. P. Radhakrishnan.

Facing the pacer for the first time, Sooryavanshi didn't waste much time and hit the first ball he faced for a six over mid-on on Tuesday (Apr 7) during RR vs MI in the 11-over per side match in Guwahati. He took a single off next ball and hit Bumrah for another six on the next ball he faced.

U.S. President Trump’s ceasefire announcement has significantly impacted the energy and market prices.

A temporary ceasefire caused crude to crash over 20 percent. But the damage from oil’s surge during the six weeks of the Iran war was already being felt by businesses. From factories to markets, companies had warned of higher prices and economic uncertainty, with analysts flagging risks of slower growth and even a potential recession.

US President Donald Trump hailed the Iran ceasefire as a “total victory,” hinting China may have helped persuade Tehran. The two-week truce allows Iran to rebuild and ensures safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, with Pakistan mediating and global hopes rising.

Actress Aubrey Plaza is pregnant. The White Lotus actress is expecting her first child with partner Chris Abbot. The couple have been dating, but they have not made their releationship public yet. They have worked together on the 2020 film Black Bear and a Broadway play.

Parts of the Kuwait Consulate building in Basra were vandalised by a mob following deadly rocket strikes in southern Iraq, triggering unrest in the region. Protesters stormed the diplomatic compound after several people were killed in the nearby Khor al-Zubair area, escalating tensions and drawing strong condemnation from Kuwait over violations of diplomatic norms.