Global Crude Oil Prices Surge as Brent Nears $112, WTI Crosses $100 Mark

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Rising crude oil prices with Brent near $112 and WTI above $100

Global crude oil prices surge as Brent nears $112 and WTI crosses $100 amid West Asia tensions, raising concerns for inflation and India’s economy. Global crude oil prices climbed sharply on Tuesday, with Brent crude nearing $112 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crossing the $100 mark, reflecting sustained volatility in international energy markets amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Despite emerging diplomatic signals, including peace proposals involving Iran and indications of engagement from the United States, traders remain cautious. Concerns over supply disruptions linked to the Strait…

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PM Modi Lays Foundation for Kashi Super-Specialty Hospital, India’s Widest Double-Decker Ganga Bridge

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PM Modi launches hospital and double-decker Signature Bridge project in Varanasi

PM Modi lays foundation for a 500-bed super-specialty hospital and India’s widest double-decker Signature Bridge over the Ganga in Varanasi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for two major infrastructure projects in his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi—a 500-bed super-specialty hospital and a state-of-the-art double-decker Signature Bridge over the Ganga. The twin initiatives are part of a broader development strategy aimed at strengthening public healthcare systems and modernising urban transport networks in one of India’s most significant cultural and religious cities. Healthcare Boost: 500-Bed Super-Specialty Hospital The…

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Indian Stock Market Ends Lower After Volatile Session; Investors Lose Over ₹30,000 Crore

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Indian stock market closes lower amid volatility, with Sensex and Nifty ending in the red

Indian stock market ends lower after a volatile session as Sensex and Nifty fall, wiping over ₹30,000 crore in investor wealth. India’s equity markets closed in negative territory on Tuesday after a highly volatile trading session, with benchmark indices surrendering early gains amid sustained selling pressure in key sectors. The sharp swings during the day led to a notional erosion of more than ₹30,000 crore in investor wealth, reflecting cautious sentiment among market participants. Benchmarks Reverse Early Gains to End in Red The BSE Sensex opened lower at 77,094.79, down…

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India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to Visit Nepal for Key Diplomatic Talks on May 11–12

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India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit Nepal for high-level bilateral talks in May 2026

India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit Nepal on May 11–12 for key talks with new government, focusing on cooperation and bilateral ties. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is set to undertake a two-day official visit to Nepal on May 11–12, marking the first major diplomatic outreach from New Delhi to the newly formed government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah. The visit, extended at the invitation of Nepal’s Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai, is expected to play a crucial role in resetting bilateral engagement and aligning priorities between the…

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Vidarbha Heatwave Intensifies as Temperatures Near 47°C, Akola Records Season’s Highest

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High temperature heatwave conditions in Vidarbha region Maharashtra

Vidarbha heatwave intensifies with temperatures nearing 47°C. Akola records highest temperature as Nagpur and other districts face severe heat. The Vidarbha region of Maharashtra continues to grapple with an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring close to 47°C across multiple districts, raising concerns about worsening conditions in the coming weeks. According to weather observations, Akola recorded the highest temperature of the season at 46.9°C, making it one of the hottest locations in the country. Close behind was Amravati at 46.8°C, while Wardha and Yavatmal reported 46.4°C and 46°C respectively. Nagpur and…

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PM Modi Says “Change Will Rise from Barrackpore” at West Bengal Election Rally

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PM Modi addressing rally in Barrackpore West Bengal

PM Modi addresses Barrackpore rally in West Bengal, targets TMC, promises jobs, safety, and BJP government after elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that Barrackpore—historically linked to the Indian Rebellion of 1857—would once again become a catalyst for change, this time in West Bengal’s political landscape. Addressing a Vijay Sankalp rally, he positioned the region as the starting point for what he described as a decisive shift away from the rule of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), calling on voters to support the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)…

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IPL 2026 Orange Cap Race Heats Up as Abhishek Sharma Takes Lead; Rabada Climbs in Purple Cap Standings

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IPL players Abhishek Sharma and Kagiso Rabada in action

IPL 2026 Orange Cap race heats up as Abhishek Sharma takes the lead, while Kagiso Rabada climbs in the Purple Cap standings after a strong performance. The race for the Orange and Purple Caps in the Indian Premier League 2026 season intensified dramatically on April 26, with a flurry of standout performances reshaping both batting and bowling charts. A day that began with bowlers dominating proceedings eventually saw batters seize the spotlight, resulting in major shifts in rankings and setting up a fiercely competitive contest for the top honours. Rabada…

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PM Modi Meets NITI Aayog Member Prof Gobardhan Das, Calls Him an Inspiring Voice in Policy-Making

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PM Modi meeting NITI Aayog member Gobardhan Das

PM Modi meets NITI Aayog member Gobardhan Das, praising his expertise as the government reconstitutes the policy think tank with new leadership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met newly appointed NITI Aayog full-time member Gobardhan Das, describing him as an inspiring figure whose life journey reflects resilience and commitment to public service. The meeting comes shortly after the Centre announced the reconstitution of the policy think tank, marking a significant reshuffle in India’s top advisory body on economic and social development. PM Highlights Das’s Journey and Contributions In a…

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Gold Prices Extend Losses for Fifth Day, Silver Drops Sharply in Domestic Bullion Markets

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Gold jewellery displayed in Indian bullion market

Gold prices fall for the fifth day in India while silver sees a sharp decline. Check latest city-wise gold rates and bullion market trends. Gold prices continued their downward trajectory for the fifth straight session across India’s bullion markets, reflecting a broader global weakness. Silver prices also witnessed a sharp decline, intensifying pressure on precious metals amid shifting investor sentiment. In early trading, gold prices fell by ₹1,100 to ₹1,200 per 10 grams, while silver dropped significantly by up to ₹5,000 per kilogram, marking one of the steepest single-day declines…

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IPL 2026: Sanju Samson Climbs to Third in Orange Cap Race, Anshul Kamboj Reclaims Purple Cap

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Sanju Samson batting during IPL 2026 match

IPL 2026 Orange Cap race heats up as Sanju Samson climbs to third, while Anshul Kamboj reclaims Purple Cap after CSK’s big win. The race for top individual honours in the Indian Premier League 2026 intensified after a commanding victory by Chennai Super Kings over Mumbai Indians, which significantly reshuffled both the Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings. Chennai’s emphatic 103-run win not only strengthened their campaign but also had a notable impact on individual performances across the tournament. Sanju Samson Moves Up in Orange Cap Race Rajasthan Royals skipper…

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