West Bengal opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has voiced strong concerns regarding the deployment of contractual workers for vote counting in two constituencies, deeming it a threat to democratic integrity.
The UAE has initiated a market share battle among Middle East oil producers, increasing exports significantly after leaving OPEC. Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations are following suit with steep discounts, weakening oil prices and challenging OPEC's influence.
The US is India's largest auto parts export market, taking 26% of shipments, totaling $24 billion in FY26. This occurs amid a US probe into unfair practices, including labor and subsidies, while US firms seek to reduce China dependence by sourcing from India.
An India-bound vessel, LNGC AL REKAYYAT, originating from Qatar, experienced a suspected drone attack in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel's engine room caught fire, but all 29 crew members, including four Indian nationals, are safe. No casualties or environmental damage have been reported.
At least nine policemen were killed and five are missing after a terrorist attack on a police post in Pakistan's Balochistan province. The incident occurred Monday night in the Mangi Dam area of Ziarat district. A clearance operation resulted in the deaths of 15 Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan terrorists.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir clarified Sanju Samson's absence from India's T20I side, stating the wicketkeeper-batter has received clarity on his role. Despite Samson's past contributions, current form influences selection, and players must earn their place. This comes after India's record 125-run defeat to England.
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's spy action film 'Alpha' experienced a 10.4% day-on-day increase in box office collections on Tuesday, earning an estimated Rs 4.25 crore net. Strategic ticket pricing contributed to boosted occupancy and footfalls, pushing the film's global haul to Rs 70.03 crore.
