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Iran is running out of space to store unsold oil. Here is why it is a big concern
Iran is nearing a critical oil storage limit as a US naval blockade slashes exports and fills tanks rapidly. With only weeks of capacity left, production cuts are increasing, raising concerns over long-term damage to oil fields and delayed but significant revenue losses
How Pakistan ignited Iran’s nuclear ambitions in the 1980s: From proliferator to mediator
Though Pakistan is serving as a mediator between the US and Iran to resolve the issue of uranium enrichment, Islamabad’s involvement in facilitating Tehran's nuclear journey undercuts its standing. In 2004, AQ Khan, the ‘father of Pakistan’s nuclear bomb’, admitted to transferring nuclear tech to Iran, North Korea and Libya
Saved by the bell? How Delhi schools are battling the heatwave with a ‘water bell’
The Directorate of Education (DoE) has issued measures for Delhi’s government, aided, and private unaided recognised schools to implement heatwave safety steps, including a ‘water bell’ every 45–60 minutes to remind students to drink water. The move came after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of adverse weather conditions in the capital in the coming days
TCS Nashik case: Did accused Nida Khan teach victim to wear burqa, lure her with Malaysia job?
Several new details have surfaced about how TCS employee Nida Khan allegedly tried to convert a female victim. She is accused of teaching the complainant how to wear a burqa and hijab. The prosecution has claimed that the accused also planned to send the victim to Malaysia
Decoding the India-New Zealand FTA: What New Delhi gains from this pact
India and New Zealand have signed a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement covering goods, services, investment, and mobility. With near-total tariff elimination, sectoral safeguards, and expanded visa access, the deal aims to boost bilateral trade, strengthen supply chains, and open new opportunities for Indian exporters and professionals
Who is the 31-year-old accused in the Mumbai stabbing case? Did he want to join Islamic State?
The police arrested Zaib Zubair Ansari for allegedly stabbing two security guards at an under-construction site in Mumbai’s Mira Road area. The US-returned 31-year-old allegedly asked the guards to recite the Kalma, and when they weren’t able to, he attacked them. The authorities have found that the accused expressed a desire to join the Islamic State and also had notes with words like ISIS and lone wolf at his residence
Why was Kash Patel not on White House press dinner shooter’s list? Because he’s Hindu?
The shooting at the White House press event has shaken Washington. Investigators are still trying to ascertain the motives behind the foiled attack that targeted Donald Trump. Authorities are also trying to determine why FBI director Kash Patel was excluded from gunman Cole Tomas Allen’s hit list
Fact-check: Was Usha Vance seen with White House press dinner shooter in a 2017 video?
A nearly a decade-old video of White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooter, Cole Tomas Allen, has sparked wild claims. The clip shows Allen as a young student. Several social media users wrongly pointed out that they could see a Usha Vance-like woman in the footage
Jimmy Kimmel vs Melania Trump: Could a 'widow' joke cost the comedian his job?
On April 23, Jimmy Kimmel joked that Melania Trump had a 'glow like an expectant widow'. Two days later, a gunman breached security at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Melania and Donald Trump condemned the remarks, demanding action against the ABC host
Works visas, startups, study perks… How India-New Zealand FTA will benefit students, professionals and women
India and New Zealand have furthered ties by signing a ‘once-in-a-generation’ free trade agreement. The pact, which is India’s first female-led deal, will provide specific focus on startups owned by women. Moreover, it removes the numerical cap on Indian students and provides a new pathway for professionals
Death by watermelon? How a family of 4 in Mumbai died after consuming the fruit
A suspected food poisoning incident has claimed the lives of a family of four in Mumbai’s Pydhonie area. On Saturday (April 25), after eating biryani, Abdullah Dokadia (40), his wife Nasreen Dokadia (35), and their two daughters, Ayesha (16) and Zainab (13), had watermelon, and within hours their condition began to deteriorate. They all died on Sunday (April 26). According to police, food samples and body samples have been taken. Further investigation is underway
Dinesh Trivedi named Bangladesh High Commissioner. Why did India pick a politician for Dhaka?
India has appointed veteran BJP leader Dinesh Trivedi as High Commissioner to Bangladesh in a rare political nomination. The move comes amid efforts to reset ties with Dhaka after diplomatic tensions, signalling a strategic shift in New Delhi’s approach toward a key neighbour
UAE’s $3.5bn demand from Pakistan: Is there an India factor?
Pakistan faces fresh economic pressure after the UAE sought repayment of $3.5 billion, exposing deeper Gulf tensions, Saudi intervention, and shifting alliances involving India. The move raises questions over Islamabad’s diplomacy in the Iran conflict and its reliance on external financial lifelines
From London to New York, why TCS is running along with marathons
At the just-concluded London Marathon, banners of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) could not be missed. The Indian firm is the title sponsor of the race. The tech company has used marathons — it sponsors a total of 14 such runs — as a smart marketing tool, spending $40 million per year
‘Courage shows up in different ways’: How Indian journalists survived the shooting at Trump’s dinner
Indian journalists attending the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington DC described the chaotic scenes that unfolded in the ballroom of the Washington Hilton after gunshots were heard last night. One recalled that the Secret Service jumped into action, and the guests being 'taken out swiftly'
Fact-check: Did Secret Service secure Vance before Trump during press dinner shooting?
Footage of a visibly panicked US Vice President JD Vance being grasped by the shoulders and yanked from his chair at the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner on Saturday (April 25) night as a gunman opened fire has gone viral. Some users have claimed that he was escorted out of the ballroom of the Washington Hilton hotel before President Donald Trump
Will press dinner shooting work in Trump’s favour in the midterms?
A shooting scare at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner has everyone analysing Donald Trump’s political resilience. As his approval ratings slump amid economic concerns and the Iran conflict, experts question whether such incidents can shift voter sentiment ahead of the crucial 2026 US midterm elections
How Raghav Chadha’s proposed bill would have prevented him from leaving AAP to join BJP
Raghav Chadha and six other Rajya Sabha MPs exited the Aam Aadmi Party to join the BJP last week, citing that two-thirds of the party's legislators wanted to ‘merge with’ the saffron party. Four years ago, the young politician proposed a bill that would not have allowed him to split the Arvind Kejriwal-led party
Why does the Indian summer of 2026 feel hotter than most?
The heat in India is getting too hot to handle. Temperatures across cities are climbing — the hottest (Rajgangnagar in Odisha) is 44 degrees Celsius — causing weathermen to urge people to take precautions. The rising heat levels have also pushed the power demand up and forced many schools to rethink their vacation schedule. Will there be any relief soon?
US slaps 123% anti-dumping duty on Indian solar imports. What does it mean?
The United States has imposed a steep 123 per cent anti-dumping duty on Indian solar imports, pushing total tariffs beyond 234 per cent when combined with earlier measures. The move targets alleged unfair pricing, impacting major exporters and influencing global solar trade flows and India’s clean energy export strategy
‘Wine-Gate’: Did journalists ‘steal’ booze after White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting?
Chaos and panic were evident in footage that emerged from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday (April 25) night after gunshots were heard at the high-profile event attended by US President Donald Trump and his Cabinet members. Some viral clips claim that journalists resorted to ‘looting’ wine bottles after the shooting incident. Is there any truth?
Why Israel’s secret deployment of Iron Dome, troops to UAE amid Iran war is unusual
After the Iran war began on February 28, Tehran took aim at the UAE, launching a barrage of missiles and drones at the Emirati nation. To fight off the rain of rockets, President Mohammed bin Zayed called up Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu, who, in turn, deployed the famed Iron Dome air-defence system to the afflicted country. Here is why this was an unusual move
Is Mojtaba Khamenei dead? Why a new mural has sparked rumours of his demise
Speculations have been rife about the condition of Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since the joint US-Israeli strikes killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in late February. Now, a new mural featuring him, alongside his father and other prominent Iranian leaders, has triggered rumours about the 56-year-old's death
Why did Cole Tomas Allen target Trump dinner event? Decoding the shooter’s motive
A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, which was attended by Donald Trump and other high ranking officials, left the country stunned and shell-shocked. Officials probing the case have now found that 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, the alleged gunman, had left behind a 1,056-word manifesto, in which he outlined the reasons for carrying out the attack
Does eating fruit and vegetables cause lung cancer?
A small study has linked eating fruits and vegetables to lung cancer in young adults. But do people need to worry when, for decades, previous studies have shown that people who eat more plants live healthier lives?
The house sparrow is MIA: How urbanisation is reshaping India’s birdlife
As cities expand, natural habitats are replaced with buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. This leads to habitat loss, fragmentation and a decline in green spaces, all of which affect bird diversity
Magnetometers, Secret Service and more: The security measures that White House dinner shooter bypassed
The shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, which US President Trump attended, has raised questions about the security and protection afforded to the country’s senior-most officials. For the gunman to open fire at the event, he bypassed the restricted access at the hotel as well as the countless Secret Service agents who were standing guard
Chernobyl could have destroyed all of Europe. How this 3-man 'suicide squad' prevented that
40 years ago, on this day (April 26), a safety test at the Chernobyl Power Plant in Ukraine set off two explosions, triggering the world’s biggest nuclear disaster. However, it could have been worse had it not been for the heroism of three men — Alexei Ananenko, Valeri Bespalov, and Boris Baranov — who took part in an operation to drain water from under the power station to prevent a further explosion. Today, they are known as Chernobyl’s ‘suicide squad’
From roasts to gunshots… The highs and lows at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
It began as a glamourous, glitzy black-tie event where Donald Trump mingled with the White House reporters and members of his administration. However, panic soon broke out at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner when a gunman opened fire at the gala, prompting Secret Service to evacuate the premises and whisk the US president to safety
This Week in Explainers: What happened at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner?
Washintgon DC is shell-shocked. A gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, an elite gathering of politicians, celebrities, and journalists. In our weekly roundup, we talk about the shooting, missing US and Chinese scientists, and the Iran-US conflict