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Pressure mounts on Shehbaz Sharif: IMF slams Pakistan over fuel pricing ‘distortions’

The IMF’s push to eliminate pricing distortions, combined with volatile global oil markets, is likely to keep pressure on Pakistan’s fuel policy

How US politics is splitting over the Iran war

As the conflict enters its sixth week, Democrats and Republicans in the US are clashing over strategy, costs and leadership, even as both sides acknowledge key military developments.

Iran denies detainees are linked to top commander Soleimani after US arrests

Tehran rejects claims that detained individuals were related to Qasem Soleimani, saying the surname alone does not establish any connection.

'Open the Strait of Hormuz! India: Is it closed?': Iran trolls Trump in savage X post

Amid rising US-Iran tensions, Iranian diplomatic missions worldwide are using memes and social media posts to ridicule President Trump’s demands over the Strait of Hormuz.

How cramped is a trip to the Moon? Inside the surprisingly small Orion spacecraft

NASA’s Orion capsule can carry four astronauts beyond Earth orbit, but its total living space is roughly the size of two minivans combined.

India’s Green Asha 9th LPG tanker exits Hormuz amid shipping disruptions

India-flagged LPG tanker Green Asha crosses the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the eighth vessel to exit amid tensions. Several ships remain stranded as disruptions continue in the key oil route.

Tourist choked in Bali after alleged misconduct, video sparks outrage

Footage circulating online captures a confrontation in Uluwatu, with reports linking the incident to alleged misconduct by the tourist.

Airport security could go private under Trump’s plan. Here’s how it might change things

The proposal to shift US airport security screening to private companies could change how checkpoints are staffed and run, but not necessarily how security itself works.

Scientists claim Antarctica may hold vast gold and silver reserves: Which nations will the gain the most?

Under high ice-melt scenarios, this region alone could see tens of thousands of square kilometres of new land emerge, potentially exposing deposits of gold, silver, copper and iron.

Artemis II approaches historic lunar flyby: Crew to lose contact with Earth for 40 minutes in space

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are hours away from a historic lunar flyby, becoming humanity’s farthest emissaries.

Israeli rescue teams search for civilians trapped in Haifa after missile strike | Watch

Firefighters and IDF teams continue search-and-rescue amid escalating attacks from Iran and Hezbollah.

Shehbaz Sharif expresses concern after three Pakistanis injured at UAE’s Khor Fakkan port

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed concern over an incident at UAE’s Khor Fakkan port, where three Pakistani nationals were reportedly injured by an intercepted projectile, calling for restraint and de-escalation in the region.

'This was never a rescue': Was US mission to save pilot in Iran a cover-up? Theories swirl online

The sheer magnitude of the mission to rescue a single pilot, and the resulting loss of American assets, have raised some eyebrows.

From failure of 1980 Operation Eagle Claw to daring rescue: How past lessons shaped the US mission in Iran

A high-stakes US mission rescued a downed airman from Iran, drawing Tehran’s comparisons to the failed 1980 Operation Eagle Claw, while regional tensions and a potential 45-day ceasefire hang in the balance.

Commodity Corner: Commodities trade lower as ceasefire hopes weigh; oil holds near $110 a barrel

On the domestic front, MCX gold declined 2.5 percent, while MCX silver fell 5 percent during the session. Since the start of the conflict, MCX gold has dropped 13 percent and silver has declined 21 percent.

US energy stocks surge in 2026 even as broader markets remain volatile

The S&P 500 has declined about 4 percent so far this year, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen 3.3 percent. In contrast, the S&P 500 Energy Index has surged 40 percent, significantly outperforming the broader market, reflecting a sharp sectoral divergence.

Secret tech, fake trails, precision tracking: How CIA pulled off 'needle in a haystack' mission to rescue US airman in Iran

Buy time, confuse the adversary, and locate the airman before Iranian forces could. Here is how the CIA’s deception and tech-driven strategy unfolded.

Inside the high-risk mission to rescue a downed US airman in Iran

A dramatic search-and-rescue operation deep inside Iranian territory involved elite commandos, deception tactics and a race against time to reach a wounded officer before enemy forces did.

How SEAL Team 6, the unit that killed Osama bin Laden, rescued missing pilot deep in Iran’s mountains

US Navy SEAL Team 6 executed a high-risk mission deep in Iran’s mountains to rescue a wounded Air Force officer, successfully extracting him after more than 24 hours behind enemy lines.

Yield Tracker: India 10-year bond yield steady ahead of RBI policy

Focus remains on the RBI’s policy scheduled for April 8, where the central bank is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged.

How wounded US airman survived 36 hours in Zagros Mountains while evading Iranian bounty hunters

A seriously wounded US Air Force colonel survived 36 hours in the Zagros Mountains, evading Iranian bounty hunters before being rescued in a daring US special operations mission.

Powerball jackpot hits $231 million for April 6 drawing after no winner on Saturday

Powerball jackpot rises to $231 million for April 6, 2026 drawing after no winner on April 4. Winning numbers from Saturday were 13, 65, 41, 6, 3 and Powerball 1. No citizenship required to play.

Chart of the Day | March 2026: The hidden crisis in the markets

The Nifty's March 2026 fall was smaller than COVID — but with FII outflows nearly double, valuations offering less cushion, and no swift recovery in sight, the damage beneath the surface may prove far more lasting.

US, Iran and mediators discuss terms for potential 45-day ceasefire, says report

This comes after US President Donald Trump sharply raised the stakes on Sunday, issuing an explicit warning aimed at Iran’s critical infrastructure.

At least 13 killed in airstrike southwest of Tehran, Iranian media reports

An airstrike hit a residential building in a city southwest of Tehran, killing at least 13 people, according to Iranian media reports.

Trump's trade war with China in focus ahead of May summit

The confrontation between the world's two top economies has evolved from slapping tit-for-tat tariffs to managing tensions following numerous rounds of trade talks, as well as phone calls and a meeting between their presidents last year.

‘Easter miracle’: Trump’s religious framing of US airman rescue draws backlash

Trump hails Iran airman rescue as an “Easter miracle,” drawing criticism for blending religious rhetoric with military threats.

Iran warns global trade risk, says key routes beyond Hormuz could be targeted if US, Israel escalate attacks

A senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Akbar Velayati, warned that any miscalculation by Washington or Tel Aviv could severely disrupt global energy supplies

'Sounded Muslim': Trump said radio call during dramatic F-15E airman rescue felt like an Iranian trap

Calling it 'one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in US history,' Trump said the mission succeeded under extreme conditions, with the rescued airman expected to recover.

Chinese bonds near inflection point as inflation path shifts

The benchmark 10-year yield has the potential to finally break out of its recent narrow trading range and rise toward 2% or even higher this year from around 1.8% now, some analysts say.

OPINION | Trump’s attacks on NATO’s relevance will have far-reaching consequences

The moment US commitment to the alliance is perceived as weak, the strategic calculus of Russia and China will change

Iran mocks Trump’s Strait of Hormuz threat, says 'we’ve lost the keys'

Iran mocks Trump’s Strait of Hormuz threat as tensions rise, while the US president warns of “hell” if Tehran fails to comply.

Iran's foreign ministry warns US Tehran will 'react in kind’ if infrastructure targeted, rejecting Trump's ultimatum

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused Washington of acting under Israeli influence, warning that "our whole region is going to burn because you insist on following Netanyahu's commands."

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu congratulates Trump on 'perfectly executed American mission' on US F-15 pilot rescue

Netanyahu said that he spoke to the US President and praised the operation as a “bold and perfectly executed mission.”

How a perilous US rescue mission in Iran nearly veered off course

The operation reportedly involved around 100 elite commandos who moved under cover of darkness into rugged terrain south of Tehran, where they located and extracted the injured weapons specialist.

IRGC says 'Strait of Hormuz will never return to former state' as Iran prepares for 'new order' in Gulf

This warning follows reports from Iranian media that a parliamentary committee has approved draft legislation targeting maritime transit through the strait.

US rescue mission in Iran questioned after Iranian media footage shows destroyed aircraft

Iranian media released footage showing destroyed US aircraft during a rescue mission in Iran, raising questions over Washington’s official narrative and prompting scrutiny of the claimed success of the operation.

US Secret Service probes overnight gunfire near White House, no injuries reported

Authorities investigate reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park while White House operations continue as normal and security is heightened.

Donald Trump gives Iran until Tuesday night to open Strait of Hormuz: Report

US President Donald Trump launched a foul-mouthed threat to destroy Iran's vital civilian infrastructure Sunday, demanding Tehran buckle to his demands for a deal to reopen the Gulf to shipping and end the Middle East war.

Iran says Strait of Hormuz will reopen only after compensation as Trump sets 'Tuesday 8:00 P.M.' deadline

A senior Iranian official says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen only after Iran is fully compensated, as Trump sets a Tuesday deadline threatening strikes on the country’s infrastructure.

Easter outrage: Trump’s Strait of Hormuz post draws sharp criticism from former officials and lawmakers

Trump’s expletive-filled Easter post threatening Iran over the Strait of Hormuz drew sharp criticism from former officials and lawmakers, including Scaramucci, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Steven Beschloss.

'We won the war twice recently': Iran mocks US after Trump’s fighter jet rescue announcement

Iranian Consulate mocks US rescue as Trump warns of strikes if Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

'Unprecedented begging': Iran criticises Trump’s expletive‑laden threats after 'teenager' jibe

Tensions between Washington and Tehran intensified as Iran mocked Donald Trump’s expletive-laden Strait of Hormuz threats, calling him a “teenager” and criticising his “unprecedented level of begging” in social media posts.

Trump sees 'good chance' of Iran deal in coming days, warns 'blowing up everything' if no pact

Trump tells Axios there is a “good chance” of striking a deal with Iran by Tuesday, but warns he will “blow up everything” if no agreement is reached.

Iran mocks Trump, calls US president ‘teenager’ over expletive Strait of Hormuz warning

The Iranian Embassy in Thailand mocked Donald Trump on X, calling him a “teenager” and criticising his language, claiming the US has reached the Stone Age and warning against further global interference.

UAE says Khor Fakkan port targeted after vessel reports ‘suspicious activity’

A vessel at UAE’s Khor Fakkan port reported “multiple splashes from unknown projectiles,” prompting authorities to respond and investigate the incident.

OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas by 206,000 barrels per day

Producers around the Gulf such as the Saudis, the UAE and Iraq have cut oil output by about 10 million barrels a day, equivalent to roughly 10% of global supplies, the IEA said in mid-March

'Everything blown to pieces': Iran strike destroys drone factory, halts operations

An Iranian missile strike crippled Aero Sol Aviation Solutions’ plant in Petah Tikva, halting operations, though recovery efforts and relocation plans are underway.

How Iran carried out two strikes in a minute that hit the CIA station inside the US embassy in Riyadh

Two Iranian drones breached Saudi air defences, detonating inside the US embassy and hitting a CIA station, leaving parts of the facility beyond repair.