Saroj kumar 
Wars are now hitting more than 43% of the world’s oil supply More than 43% of the world’s oil now comes from countries caught in wars, attacks and export curbs. Countries hit by the disruptions produced about 45 million barrels of oil a day in 2025, according to Reuters calculations based on IEA data.The figure, … Read more
A good performance can catch attention even without a big star attached to it. That is exactly what happened with Baby Nakshathra, who has been receiving praise for her role in ‘Irumudi.’ The young actor’s performance has now earned appreciation from one of Tamil cinema’s leading performers, Dhanush. A video call between the two has … Read more
Will Venezuela, which has suddenly made its way to the list of India’s top crude suppliers be able to step up? The turmoil in global crude oil markets that began in March refuses to die down. Even as the US looks to tighten its noose on Iran with economic blows, a new bill empowering the … Read more
Andy Burnham has not ruled out a wealth tax, suggesting his incoming government may have “to ask for a little more” tax at some point. Burnham, who is due to become prime minister on Monday, was asked whether he was considering a wealth tax in an interview, external with former footballer and Match of the … Read more
Celebrity events often bring unexpected moments, and the ‘Toxic’ pre-release event in Chennai had one such highlight involving director Vignesh Shivan and actress Kiara Advani. With the cast and crew gathering ahead of the film’s release, Vignesh’s speech brought laughter to the venue. His comments about Kiara’s career and his own experience as a filmmaker … Read more
Sugar prices cool 18% after hitting record high Sugar prices are cooling down after hitting a record Rs 67 per kg last week, with ex-mill rates now falling 18% to Rs 55 per kg.Food secretary Sanjeev Chopra attributed the drop to the government’s recent decision of allowing sugar imports and action against hoarding and speculation. … Read more
A federal jury in Chicago convicted a former Philips Medical Systems engineer of stealing closely guarded X-ray technology for work benefiting a Chinese competitor, adding a criminal verdict to a years-long dispute over technology used in CT scanners. Chih-Yee Jen, 71, was found guilty after a week-long trial of conspiracy to steal, misappropriate, or possess … Read more
Burnham is unusual in politics because even colleagues who are furious that he ousted Sir Keir Starmer say he is an affable and decent person. But does he have the experience and skills to pick Labour’s morale up off the floor, and tackle the deep problems the country has? One old friend wonders: “He is … Read more
Kriti Sanon BREAKS SILENCE on Rakshabandhan ad backlash: ‘When will we stop telling women what to wear?’ Kriti Sanon has finally responded after her recent Rakshabandhan jewellery commercial sparked massive backlash online. Several social media users criticised the outfit she wore in the ad, with many claiming it resembled a bralette rather than traditional festive … Read more
It may seem trivial, but clothes do matter in politics. As previous British prime ministers, particularly Harold Wilson and Margaret Thatcher, have showed, fashion can be used as a powerful political tool. Renowned for her signature wardrobe of high-shoulder suits, pussy-bow blouses, and her iconic handbag, Thatcher cultivated an image that sought to project a … Read more