Good news for domestic LPG users! Govt shares crucial update amid Iran war, G7 meet over releasing oil reserves — Report
The Indian government has reportedly increased Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) booking period from 21 to 25 days. Sources told ANI that to stop hoarding and black marketing, “LPG booking period has been increased from 21 to 25 days.” The statement came following restrictions on the use of LPG components such as propane and butane amid…
Over 11 mn trained, 2.4 million placed under flagship skilling plan, says govt
New Delhi: More than 11.1 million candidates were certified under a skill training program in the seven years up to FY23 and over 2.4 million people have been reported placed for mandatory on-the-job training by the end of FY25, the government informed Parliament. About 14.56 lakh Scheduled Caste candidates were certified, and 3.74 lakh people…
Oil Wipes Out Gains to Trade Below $90 in Wild Trading Session
(Bloomberg) — Oil’s wild ride continued late Monday as futures moved lower in post-settlement trading that took prices toward $80 a barrel after US President Donald Trump’s latest remarks on Iran sent volatility surging. The move lower came after Trump signaled the US war on Iran could be ending soon, saying the operation was ahead…
Karur stampede: CBI summons Vijay on Tuesday, he seeks 15 days to appear for questioning
New Delhi: The CBI summoned actor and TVK chief Vijay on March 10 for a fresh round of questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case, but he sought 15 days to appear before the agency, citing political engagements, officials said on Monday. The agency will now issue fresh summons to Vijay, they said. According…
US captain Erica McKee’s resolve puts women’s ice hockey on 2030 Paralympics track
MILAN (AP) — United States women’s para ice hockey captain Erica McKee doesn’t take no for an answer. That refusal has women’s para ice hockey on the verge of earning a spot on the Paralympics program for 2030. Para ice hockey has been an open-gender sport at the Games since 2010 but only four female…
Oil jumps to 2022 high on Iran war, falls after close as Russia sanctions in doubt
NEW YORK, – Oil prices jumped about 7% on Monday to settle at their highest since 2022 as Saudi Arabia and other OPEC members cut supplies during the expanding US-Israeli war with Iran. Shortly after settlement, prices turned negative following news of a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin….
US military’s ‘Doomsday Planes’ spotted in skies amid conflict with Iran – Report
US military’s ‘Doomsday Planes’ have reportedly been spotted in skies amid the ongoing Israel-US-Iran conflict, which has also pushed Gulf nations to the brink. According to a report by Daily Mailflight-tracking data has captured multiple launches of the Navy’s E-6B Mercury strategic airborne command aircraft since the conflict began last Saturday, 28 February. Designed to…
Chicago Bears bolster defense with signings of Coby Bryant and Devin Bush on multi-year deals
The Chicago Bears kicked off the 2026 NFL free agency period aggressively, targeting their struggling defense by agreeing to three-year contracts with safety Coby Bryant and linebacker Devin Bush. These moves aim to address major weaknesses after a disappointing defensive performance in 2025. Source
TSX ends higher as Middle East hopes help lift tech shares
(Updates at market close) * TSX ends up 0.3% at 33,189.32 * Oil pulls back from near four-year high By Rashika Singh and Fergal Smith TORONTO, March 9 (Reuters) – Canada’s main stock index recouped its earlier sharp declines on Monday, led by gains for technology shares, as hopes rose that the war in the…
Iran war: 9 key oil, gas pipelines, terminals and refineries at risk — why are they important?
The Iran war has put at risk some of the world’s most critical oil and gas infrastructure — the pipelines, refineries, and shipping terminals that keep energy flowing from the countries around the Persian Gulf to the global economy. Strikes by Iranian drones have disrupted operations, while the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz…
