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Indian refiners buy 60 mn barrels of Russian oil for April amid Iran war

The cargoes were booked at premiums of $5 to $15 a barrel to Brent

US worried by rise in 'foreigner butchering' scams being run from China

The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission said recent crackdowns on scam centers had seen Chinese criminals return home to start smaller-scale operations targeting only foreigners

Rising temperatures to kill more people in poor countries than rich ones

The new report projects that by 2050, vulnerable countries will see an increase in heat-related deaths equivalent to current fatalities from common diseases

Non-hostile ships can cross Hormuz Strait on its terms, says Iran

The nation made the comments in a letter circulated to members of the International Maritime Organistion on Tuesday, adding that countries could benefit from safe passage

Nations race to secure enough fertiliser, prevent food crisis amid Iran war

Top exporters China and Russia are curbing some crop nutrient sales, while the US is loosening shipping restrictions . India, the largest urea buyer, is scrambling for supply

Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro's first week marred by 'Fortnite,' OpenAI woes

D'Amaro took over as CEO from Bob Iger on March 18

UBS Global downgrades India stocks to neutral on high oil sensitivity

Stock gauges in energy import-dependent markets such as India and Europe have dropped over 9 per cent since the Iran war started, more than double the decline in the US

World Economic Forum postpones meet in Saudi Arabia amid West Asia conflict

The WEF said its decision "reflects a commitment to convening the meeting under conditions that ensure its full strategic impact," adding that it will provide a new date in due course

Temasek-backed Manipal Health files $1bn IPO, eyes largest hospital listing

The share sale will include an offer by existing investors to sell as many as 43.23 million shares, representing a 3.66 per cent stake, alongside a fresh issue of shares worth ₹8,000 crore

West Asia conflict: Pakistan seeks to mediate peace talks with US, Iran

Pakistan is leveraging close ties fostered with Trump, together with its longstanding bonds with neighbour Iran and other key players such as Saudi Arabia

Global air quality worsens in 2025 as most cities miss WHO standards

The world's 25 most polluted cities were all located in India, Pakistan and China, where industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, dust storms and crop burning contributed to poor air quality

Trump admin launches probes into Harvard over antisemitism, admissions

If found to be in violation of the law, the department can strip Harvard of its federal funding and render the college ineligible for federal financial aid, steps threatened in the past

Musk must face lawsuit over alleged unconstitutional role as Trump advisor

It's one of a handful of lawsuits challenging actions taken by the Department of Government Efficiency project last year that have outlasted Musk's tenure in the US government

South Korean PM cancels China visit as energy concerns mount amid Iran war

The last-minute cancellation comes as the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is piling pressure on Washington and on major importers of oil, gas and fuels from the Persian Gulf

From Indian films to Italian wine, Iran war ripples through global economy

India is among the most vulnerable to the war's fallout, with heavy dependence on imported crude and LPG, much of it routed via Hormuz, now facing disruptions and shortages

Europe, Australia agree to free trade deal to boost ties, defy US

The conclusion of negotiations for the agreement was announced by Australian PM Anthony Albanese and Ursula von der Leyen, the EU's top executive

Japanese PM Takaichi orders review of entire supply chain for oil products

Takaichi assigned the task to Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa on Tuesday morning at a meeting with relevant ministers

Saudi Arabia, UAE take steps toward joining Iran war amid escalation

Saudi Arabia agreed to give the US military access to King Fahd Air Base, an apparent reversal after saying its bases couldn't be used to attack its longtime rival

AI threatens to leave masses behind unless they invest: BlackRock CEO

Encouraging individuals to invest for the long-term alongside that probable growth "is both the challenge and the opportunity," he said

Trump admin asks Supreme Court to halt DOGE probe, block records access

The justices intervened in the same case last year in favor of the administration, halting CREW's fact-finding push