Following the recent surge in global crude prices due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has assured that India possesses sufficient energy reserves for the upcoming months. He highlighted India's diversified energy sourcing strategy, ensuring affordability and sustainability.
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Speculation arose about the sale of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Diageo India denied these reports to the Bombay Stock Exchange. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar refuted claims of his involvement in purchasing the team. He clarified his association with the Karnataka Cricket Association. Lalit Modi suggested a high valuation for RCB.
Fourteen years after India's 2011 World Cup victory, Virat Kohli remains the sole active player from that iconic squad, following Piyush Chawla's recent retirement. The departure of Chawla marks the end of an era, with legends like Dhoni, Tendulkar, and Yuvraj having already retired. Kohli's enduring presence symbolises the passage of time and the legacy of India's cherished triumph.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted to supporting an armed faction in Gaza that opposes Hamas, despite criticism and warnings about empowering a criminal gang. This group, allegedly led by Yasser Abu Shabab, has been accused of looting aid, further destabilizing the region already facing a humanitarian crisis.
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Flight operations at Ahmedabad Airport are suspended after an Air India plane crashed shortly after takeoff on Thursday. IndiGo and SpiceJet have issued travel advisories, offering rebooking or refunds.
Donald Trump defended his choice to send National Guard to California due to Los Angeles riots. He criticised Governor Gavin Newscom and Mayor Karen Bass. Protests erupted over Trump's immigration policies, leading to clashes. Demonstrators damaged property and blocked roads. Newsom plans to sue the Trump administration over the deployment. Many arrests happened in Los Angeles. The city faced destruction.