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Restrictions imposed in Kashmir as protests erupt in Shia dominated areas

Protests broke out on Friday in some Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir, including Magam and Budgam, against the US-Israel strikes on Iran, officials said. Apprehending the protests on the last Friday of Ramzan, restrictions were imposed this morning in Srinagar and other parts of the valley, especially the Shia-dominated areas. The restrictions on the assembly of people were imposed in the morning as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in view of the likelihood of protests, the officials said. The protesters shouted slogans against the US and Israel aggression in Iran, and in support of Palestine, they said. However, the officials added that the protests remained peaceful so far. They situation is being monitored closely, they said. Juma-tul-Vida (last Friday of Ramzan) is also being observed as Youm-ul-Quds to express solidarity with Palestine and there are apprehensions of anti-Israel protests after the congregational prayers, they said. The authorities also shut t

Restrictions imposed in Kashmir as protests erupt in Shia dominated areas

Protests broke out on Friday in some Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir, including Magam and Budgam, against the US-Israel strikes on Iran, officials said. Apprehending the protests on the last Friday of Ramzan, restrictions were imposed this morning in Srinagar and other parts of the valley, especially the Shia-dominated areas. The restrictions on the assembly of people were imposed in the morning as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order in view of the likelihood of protests, the officials said. The protesters shouted slogans against the US and Israel aggression in Iran, and in support of Palestine, they said. However, the officials added that the protests remained peaceful so far. They situation is being monitored closely, they said. Juma-tul-Vida (last Friday of Ramzan) is also being observed as Youm-ul-Quds to express solidarity with Palestine and there are apprehensions of anti-Israel protests after the congregational prayers, they said. The authorities also shut t

WTI seen at $80-85 near term; Hormuz risk may keep prices volatile: Analyst

Oil prices rose sharply after Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said that Tehran could leverage the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and warned of attacks on Gulf Arab states

Iran war spurs work-from-home calls, fuel-saving measures in Southeast Asia

With inflation also accelerating in parts of Southeast Asia, policymakers are acting to rein in consumption as the price surge threatens additional strain

Iran war spurs work-from-home calls, fuel-saving measures in Southeast Asia

With inflation also accelerating in parts of Southeast Asia, policymakers are acting to rein in consumption as the price surge threatens additional strain

Saudi Arabia intercepts 50 drones, Israel launches fresh strikes on Tehran

Several locations in Saudi Arabia, including the United States Embassy in Riyadh, key oil infrastructure facilities, and a military base hosting American troops, have faced threats

Two killed by drone debris in Oman; Sirens heard at Turkiye's Air Base

Drone crashed in the al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two foreign workers and injuries to several others

Two killed by drone debris in Oman; Sirens heard at Turkiye's Air Base

Drone crashed in the al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two foreign workers and injuries to several others

India key to ensuring stable oil prices: US Ambassador on Hormuz tensions

Gor affirmed US President Donald Trump's commitment to stop Iran, outlining the threats of a nuclear Iran and condemning Tehran's attacks across the Gulf

India key to ensuring stable oil prices: US Ambassador on Hormuz tensions

Gor affirmed US President Donald Trump's commitment to stop Iran, outlining the threats of a nuclear Iran and condemning Tehran's attacks across the Gulf

LNG crisis bigger risk than oil; earnings may fall over 4%: Shriram AMC

Analysts at Shriram AMC warn that LNG supply disruption due to the Iran war may hurt India Inc earnings more than crude oil shortages

LPG issue: Lok Sabha proceedings adjourned till 2 pm amid Oppn protests

Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm on Friday amid relentless protests by opposition members over the LPG situation and hike in its price due to the ongoing West Asia crisis. As the House reassembled at 12 noon after an earlier adjournment over the same issue, Opposition members trooped into the Well and raised slogans against the government. After laying of papers, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for refusing to understand the pulse of the people saying if the principal opposition continues to behave in such a manner, people will punish them severely. "Their leader is refusing to change. Now the members are also behaving like him. Their leader is indulging in drama in Parliament premises by holding plate and glass. They think that by doing such theatrics they will be able to draw the attention of the people, but people know them very well that is why they have not been able to come to power," Rijiju said. Expressing ...

West Asia war erodes ₹30-trn investor wealth in 2 wks: Why is D-St jittery?

In just the past week, the total mcap of BSE-listed companies has fallen by about ₹15.9 trillion from ₹449.35 trillion on March 6

Pak PM pledges 'solidarity, support' to Saudi Arabia amid ongoing Iran war

Pak PM's solidarity pledge came during his Saudi visit, part of Islamabad's efforts to engage Tehran and Jeedah and de-escalate regional tensions

Voltas, Blue Star, LG: Will the LPG crisis weigh on air conditioner stocks?

Analysts are positive on AC stocks amid strong summer demand outlook, though they caution that LPG/PNG shortages and rising input costs could impact production in near-term

Amid strategic challenges, project delays hurt efforts to strengthen Navy

Despite a surge in budgetary allocation over the last five years, Indian Navy struggles to upgrade fleet strength

US waiver frees up 19 million barrels of Russia oil for purchase

The crude is being carried on 25 vessels, with grades such as Sokol on ships near China. There's also a number of tankers in the Arabian Sea that are mainly loaded with the medium-sour Urals blend

US waiver frees up 19 million barrels of Russia oil for purchase

The crude is being carried on 25 vessels, with grades such as Sokol on ships near China. There's also a number of tankers in the Arabian Sea that are mainly loaded with the medium-sour Urals blend

'Alive in some form but damaged': Trump on Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Trump's remarks came after reports claimed that Khamenei was injured in US-Israeli strikes that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during an attack on a compound in Tehran on February 28

Donald Trump issues fresh threat to Iran, says 'watch what happens today'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump warned Iran of consequences, saying Washington had unmatched firepower and unlimited ammunition to destroy the 'terrorist regime' in Tehran