Paralympic medallist Sumit Antil has accused javelin coach Naval Singh of severe mental harassment and abusive behaviour, including drunken tirades targeting athletes and their families. Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has backed the complaint filed with the Sports Authority of India, demanding strict action against the coach for his “disgraceful” conduct.
Crude oil prices plummeted over 10% as the Strait of Hormuz reopened, easing supply disruption fears and boosting global markets. US stocks rallied significantly, with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all seeing substantial gains. This development, following announcements from US and Iranian officials, signals a potential de-escalation of tensions.
Global oil markets face turmoil due to the Iran-US conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. India, heavily reliant on oil imports, feels the pinch through rising inflation and borrowing costs. The Reserve Bank of India monitors the situation, opting for stability over aggressive action. Households may experience a gradual tightening of budgets as costs rise
India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $3.825 billion to $700.946 billion in the week ending April 10, following a significant increase in the prior week. This rise was primarily driven by an increase in foreign currency assets and gold reserves, contributing to the overall growth.
During the debate on the women’s reservation bill, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi both referenced Priyanka Gandhi during the discussion. Rahul Gandhi praised his sister in his speech, while also making comments on the Prime Minister that drew protests from ruling party MPs. Amit Shah later responded, targeting Rahul
US military’s growing reliance on SpaceX’s Starlink network is raising operational concerns following recent disruptions. A Navy test in August 2025 caused a global Starlink outage, impacting unmanned ship visibility and highlighting risks of depending on a single provider for critical services.
Global financial leaders are raising concerns about new AI models from US tech firms, fearing they could exploit cyber vulnerabilities in the banking sector. The rapid advancement of AI, exemplified by Anthropic’s Claude Mythos, presents a significant challenge, prompting urgent calls for robust governance frameworks to prevent misuse and safeguard economies.
The Women’s Reservation Bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha, failing to achieve the necessary two-thirds majority after intense debate. The ruling NDA fell short of the required numbers, leading to sharp exchanges where the Opposition was labelled ‘anti-women’ and the bill ‘anti-national’.
According to the latest wealth rankings, Adani’s net worth has reached $92.6 billion, placing him ahead of Ambani, whose fortune is estimated at $90.8 billion. This shift has positioned Adani at the top spot both in India and across Asia.
