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Kevin Warsh Faces a Baptism by Fire

Is Kevin Warsh going to be a markets-friendly and an independent Fed chair? The market seems to think so, but not in the short term. In this next report, we decode the dichotomy Warsh faces amid a historic energy crisis due to the ongoing Iran war.

Israel-Lebanon War: Israel Eliminates Hamas Military Wing Chief In Major Strike

Israel said its forces eliminated a senior commander linked to the military wing of Hamas during ongoing operations in Gaza, calling it a significant blow to the group’s operational network. Watch the full video to know more on this.

Fossil Fuels Still Power 57% of the World

The world’s electricity report card for last year is out, and fossil fuels are still in charge. More importantly, artificial intelligence is burning through natural gas, which was supposed to be a bridge fuel.

India's Oil Buffer Strains as Rupee Slides

India's fuel subsidies had cushioned inflation to a certain extent, and diversified energy sourcing had eased supply pressures. But with prices rising at the pump and volatility in global crude at elevated levels, the rupee strain remains.

Brent Crude Swings but Stays Below $100

Oil markets remain on edge as Iran accused the U.S. of ceasefire violation, while America said it was only a defensive move. Brent crude has swung this week, but has stayed below the 100-dollar per barrel mark.

Ebola outbreak alert: Canada, Bahamas roll out emergency travel measures, suspend visas amid rising threat

Canada will introduce a compulsory 21-day quarantine from May 30 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time until August 29 for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, individuals registered under the Indian Act, and foreign nationals who have travelled to affected regions within the previous 21 days.

'It breathes life...': Supreme Court upholds ECI’s right to conduct voter roll revision in Bihar

The Supreme Court upheld the ECI’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in Bihar, calling it constitutional and legally valid. The bench led by CJI Surya Kant said the process cannot be declared illegal just because it differs from routine voter list revision.

MV Harbour Phoenix case: 10 Indian sailors to come home after 10 months in Iran detention

Ten Indian sailors detained in Iran for months after their oil tanker was intercepted near Jask Port have finally been released. How did India secure their release? Scroll down to read more.

French Open 2026 | Meet Moise Kouame - 17-year-old defeats ex-US Open champ Cilic for historic win

17-year-old Moise Kouame created history at Roland Garros by becoming the youngest male grand slam match winner in 17 years, beating Marin Cilic in straight sets. The French wildcard now advances to Round 2, marking a breakout moment on home soil.

Indian Navy warship INS Kolkata foils pirate threat near merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1: What really happened

The Indian Navy deployed INS Kolkata to prevent a possible piracy attack near the Gulf of Aden after suspicious activity was reported around merchant vessel MV Mashallah 1. The Navy said the swift response ensured the ship’s safety and reinforced India’s maritime security role

‘Iran was trying to lay mines to block the Strait of Hormuz,’ alleges former US ambassador

US military strikes hit southern Iran after Washington claimed to catch Iranian forces laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, an alleged ceasefire violation that Tehran condemned as illegal aggression.

Gaza Eid: Airstrikes & Hunger Shadow Gaza's Eid-Al Adha

Gaza’s Eid-al-Adha celebrations are being overshadowed by continued airstrikes and worsening hunger across the enclave. Civilians face severe shortages of food, water, and medical aid as conflict persists, leaving little room for traditional festivities. Humanitarian agencies warn of a deepening crisis as displacement and infrastructure damage continue to rise amid ongoing hostilities in the region.

9,000 litres of diesel sinks in Antarctica after ice sheet with 7 containers drifts and breaks apart

Several containers carrying supplies went down into the sea in Antarctica after an ice sheet broke apart following a storm. One of them was filled with 9,000 litres of diesel. The operation to save the containers failed, and later the ice sheet did not show up in satellite images.

US Strikes Iran: Fresh US Strikes in Iran, Explosions Heard in Bandar Abbas

Fresh explosions have been reported in Bandar Abbas as Iranian media claim renewed U.S. strikes targeting military-linked sites and boats in southern Iran. The developments come amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, with both sides accusing each other of ceasefire violations. Iranian officials have confirmed blasts in the coastal region but have not provided full details, while the U.S. maintains the strikes are “self-defense” actions aimed at protecting its forces.

IPL 2026 | GT skipper Gill puts blame on 'not up to the mark' ground fielding for 92-run loss in qualifier 1 vs RCB

GT dropped three catches including of RCB skipper Rajat Patidar who scored 93 off 33 not out to set up 245/5 in 20 overs. GT were eventually bowled out for 163.

ED searches former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence: What is CMRL money laundering case?

The ED searched former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence and multiple locations in connection with the CMRL money laundering case. The probe centres on alleged payments made to Exalogic Solutions, reportedly linked to Vijayan’s daughter, Veena Thaikkandiyil.

'Pakistan will face consequences': India delivers sharp warning at UN over cross-border terrorism

India has hit back hard after China and Pakistan mentioned Jammu and Kashmir in a joint statement, with New Delhi accusing Islamabad of sponsoring terrorism while hiding behind “peace” rhetoric. India also warned Pakistan that there would be consequences for its cross-border terror activities

Ebola scare in India as Ugandan woman shows symptoms in Bengaluru: What we know

A 28-year-old woman from Uganda has been isolated in Bengaluru after developing mild symptoms, triggering Ebola surveillance measures. Samples have been sent to NIV Pune for testing. Officials said no Ebola case has been confirmed in India so far, while monitoring and screening continue.

CBSE Re-Checking Error: Vedant Srivastava Flagged Handwriting Mismatch in Answer Sheet

A day after a Delhi Class XII student claimed that the Physics answer sheet uploaded under his roll number was not his, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday night admitted the mistake and provided the correct answer script after the complaint was raised.