A US crude oil cargo is heading to Israel after almost three years. The Aframax tanker Captain John loaded the oil in Texas on Thursday. This shipment carries approximately 550,000 barrels of West Texas Intermediate crude. The vessel is chartered by the global trading house Vitol for this journey. This event occurs amid ongoing disruptions
Canada has updated study permit rules, increasing financial scrutiny for applicants. Immigration officers will now examine both the amount and source of applicant funds. This change broadens the assessment beyond previous high-risk environment considerations. Applicants may need to provide additional financial and employment documents for verification. The minimum financial requirement for study permits remains unchanged
The government has announced a four-month extension for real estate projects that meet eligibility criteria. This advisory recognizes the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as a force majeure event. Projects set to be completed on or after February 28, 2026, will be eligible, potentially causing homebuyers to face delays in property possession. The state
The largest coal plant in Minnesota is transitioning to embrace renewable energy by hosting a substantial solar farm. Leveraging the existing transmission systems of the coal facility, the Sherco Solar project is now recognized as the most extensive solar installation in the state. This forward-thinking initiative accelerates grid connection for new energy innovations, with exciting
Union home minister Amit Shah presented the award at a ceremony held on the 106th death anniversary of freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak. The event took place at the Kataria High School ground in Mukundnagar and was attended by Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, deputy chief ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar, along with
Air Marshal Awadesh Kumar Bharti has retired after thirty-nine years of dedicated service. He was a key architect of Operation Sindoor, which retaliated against a terror attack. Bharti commanded squadrons and held significant operational appointments across the air force. His leadership during Operation Sindoor redefined India’s national security calculus. His retirement marks the end of
According to those present, he suddenly felt unwell and moved to the rear of the building, where he vomited. He later returned upstairs to his residence without speaking to the media. Confirming the incident, Dipke’s father, Bhagwan Dipke, said doctors had been called to examine his son. Dipke had disclosed on July 25, during the
