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The United States has granted India a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil shipments already stranded at sea, despite sanctions on Moscow. The decision comes amid disruptions in global energy supplies triggered by the ongoing Iran war. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is a short-term measure to keep oil flowing into global markets and ease pressure on energy prices, stressing that it applies only to cargoes already loaded before the restrictions and will not significantly benefit Russia.

Australia has introduced new online safety rules requiring platforms to verify users’ ages before allowing access to adult content, including pornography, violent or self‑harm material, and R‑rated games, to better protect minors online. Some sites are already blocking Australian users ahead of the upcoming enforcement deadline.

Sri Lanka has begun evacuating the crew of a second Iranian vessel amid rising regional tensions. Over 200 crew members are set to be brought ashore as authorities coordinate safe passage and support. The move underscores growing concerns over maritime security in the wake of the Iran–West Asia conflict.

The escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict has raised concerns about India’s energy security and fuel supply stability. With global oil markets facing volatility, experts are questioning how long India can avoid passing rising crude costs on to consumers. Government sources, however, say India currently has adequate reserves and mechanisms in place, assuring that fuel prices are unlikely to rise immediately despite disruptions in global energy supply chains.

The United States has granted India a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil shipments already stranded at sea, despite sanctions on Moscow. The decision comes amid disruptions in global energy supplies triggered by the ongoing Iran war. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is a short-term measure to keep oil flowing into global markets and ease pressure on energy prices, stressing that it applies only to cargoes already loaded before the restrictions and will not significantly benefit Russia.

Iran has denied responsibility for attacks on neighbouring countries and regional allies amid the widening West Asia conflict, asserting it is not targeting Gulf states or Cyprus despite multiple missile and drone incidents blamed on Tehran. Disputes over responsibility persist as tensions escalate across the Middle East.

Early trends from the 2026 Nepal elections show Rastriya Samajbadi Party (RSP) leading in 77 seats. Voter turnout and results are being closely monitored as other parties compete for remaining constituencies. Analysts highlight the implications for Nepal’s political landscape and coalition formation in the coming weeks.

The U.S.-Israel and Iran conflict enters Day 7 as Saudi Arabia confirms it intercepted and destroyed three missiles launched toward the Prince Sultan Air Base. Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry said its air defence systems successfully neutralised the incoming threat, preventing potential damage. The development signals a widening regional impact as tensions continue to escalate across West Asia.

One of the biggest announcements by CM Devendra Fadnavis in Maharashtra Budget was farm loan waiver of up to Rs 2 lakh, aimed at providing relief to farmers struggling with debt. The government also announced incentives of up to Rs 50,000 for farmers who regularly repay their crop loans.

Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in a grand celebration on March 5 in Mumbai, attended by several Bollywood celebrities, singers, and cricket icons.

From Glenn Maxwell to SuryaKumar Yadav, here's a look at the top five batters with most centuries in T20 Internationals. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Phil Salt and Darius Visser

The Indian government is working towards generating 500 Gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030, in which wind energy will play a major part by contributing 100 Gigawatts. India has an installed wind energy capacity of over 54 Gigawatt, and projects for another 30 Gigawatts are in progress.

Anthropic plans to legally challenge the Pentagon’s “supply chain risk” designation, which could affect government contracts. The AI firm argues the label is unwarranted and threatens its operations. This move highlights growing tensions between AI developers and U.S. defense authorities over regulation and compliance.

Brook suggested that McCullum’s arrival has transformed English cricket and has uplifted the dressing room to new heights ever since his arrival back in 2022.

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the movie stars Kannada superstar Yash and Kiara Advani and has been pushed till June, avoiding a box office clash with Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar.

Asteroid 2024 YR4 will miss the moon in 2032. Scientists have calculated that not only will it miss Earth, but it will also not collide with the moon anymore, an event that had a high chance of happening until recently. James Webb Space Telescope takes the honours.

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister has made a defiant declaration, saying Tehran has “no option but to resist” what it calls aggression by the United States and Israel amid the ongoing war. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, he framed Iran’s stance as a historic and moral fight and vowed resistance “to the last bullet and last soldier,” while condemning foreign attacks and alleged violations of international law. Get the latest analysis on Iran’s evolving strategy and what this means for regional tensions.

A new SIPRI report highlights a sharp rise in arms imports across West Asia over the last two decades. Aircraft and missile systems dominate the region’s purchases, with the United States remaining the largest supplier. The report sheds light on how prolonged conflicts and security concerns are driving the region’s growing military stockpiles.

Karnataka IT minister Priyanka Kharge had indicated that the state government was exploring the possibility of restricting social media access for children. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao had also expressed concerns about the impact of excessive screen exposure on children.