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The Iran war is no longer just a geopolitical crisis, it’s fast becoming a global economic shock. From surging oil prices to rising food inflation and slowing growth. The ripple effects are spreading across markets and economies. We break down the global impact, the risks ahead, and whether the world economy is inching closer to a slowdown.

A powerful earthquake in Indonesia has once again highlighted the region’s vulnerability to seismic activity along the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the world’s most active earthquake and volcanic zones. The country frequently experiences strong tremors and volcanic eruptions due to its location along multiple tectonic plate boundaries.

Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari's grand two-part film Ramayana is finally out. Over 2 minutes long, the teaser shows Rama, first as an able prince of Ayodha, and later his days in exile.

The exemption given on critical petrochemical products due to the disruptions in global supply chains caused by the Iran war will last for three months.

IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi shone for DC against home state team LSG while RCB and MI chased down 200+ totals, thanks to fearless batting. For PBKS, it was Cooper Connolly and Rajasthan Royals bushed aside CSK on back of extreme frontline pacers.

Global markets slid after Donald Trump signalled that the war between the United States and Iran could continue for several more weeks. Investors reacted cautiously as the president warned that U.S. forces would keep striking Iranian targets in the coming weeks.

In a Wednesday address, Donald Trump compared the 32-day US operation in Iran to past wars, claiming Iran has been “decimated” and US oil independence is ensured. He vowed 2–3 more weeks of strikes as his approval falls below 40%, with the war increasingly unpopular even among Republicans.

Rajkummar Rao is all set to play legendary cricketer Sourav Ganguly in a new biopic, which Vikramaditya Motwane is directing. On Wednesday, the actor and director revealed the title of the film.

Astronauts aboard Artemis II have successfully begun their historic journey to the Moon following a powerful launch by NASA. The mission marks the first crewed lunar voyage in more than 50 years, carrying four astronauts on a 10-day flight around the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft launched by the Space Launch System. The mission is a major step toward returning humans to the lunar surface and advancing future deep-space exploration, including planned missions to Mars.

Artemis II timeline: When will the Artemis II crew reach the Moon, what will they do on their way, how long will they stay near the Moon, and what does the return trip look like? Key points you need to know about Artemis II and Orion.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made a highly visible appearance at pro‑government rallies in Tehran, joining crowds in support of the regime amid rising regional conflict and domestic pressures. Their participation in the demonstrations was widely covered as a show of unity by Iran’s leadership

Tensions in West Asia have pushed the strategic Strait of Hormuz into the spotlight, raising fears of a major global energy and trade disruption. Nearly a fifth of the world’s oil supply passes through the narrow maritime corridor, making any military escalation in the region a serious threat to global energy markets.

Embassy of Iran in India said that donations collected in India for people affected by the Israel-Iran war will remain within India and be used domestically for humanitarian coordination rather than being directly transferred abroad.

'Grab it, cherish it': Trump sends message to nations over Strait of Hormuz blockage, says 'US don't need Iranian oil'

Trump said the US military is close to achieving its strategic objectives, including weakening Iran’s military infrastructure and missile capabilities. He emphasised that the campaign aims to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and threatening regional stability.

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the United States is moving quickly toward completing its military objectives in the ongoing US-Iran war, stressing that Washington will “finish the job” and do so fast. Trump’s remarks came during a national address where he highlighted progress made by U.S. forces and signaled continued strikes if necessary in the coming weeks.

U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a major White House address outlining Washington’s position on the ongoing US-Iran war, saying American forces are close to achieving key military objectives. He indicated operations could continue for the next two to three weeks, while stressing the campaign aims to weaken Iran’s military and prevent it from developing nuclear weapons.

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After a month-long US-Israel war on Iran, Trump says operations will continue 2–3 more weeks. Iran rejects ceasefire claims while attacking Israel, blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Rising tensions with Hezbollah and Houthis raise concerns for regional stability, global oil markets