Oil prices surged as the Middle East conflict reached its one-month mark, with Brent crude exceeding $110 and WTI surpassing $100. The involvement of Iran-aligned Houthis and increased US military presence in the region are fueling market uncertainty and disrupting crucial oil supply routes.
Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi addressed a controversial final over where teammate Fakhar Zaman was accused of ball tampering. The incident led to five penalty runs for the opposition, Karachi Kings, significantly impacting the match’s outcome. Afridi stated the team would review the footage to understand the situation fully.
NFL trade rumors are gaining momentum again as Jauan Jennings is attracting significant trade interest from the Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Chargers, and Titans, with the 49ers having moved on. Jennings offers a valuable skill set, excelling in red zone situations and contested catches, making him a target for teams seeking dependable receiving options. As
A ball-tampering controversy has erupted in the Pakistan Super League, centering on Lahore Qalandars’ Fakhar Zaman. During a crucial final over, Fakhar was seen altering the ball, leading umpires to award five penalty runs to Karachi Kings. A disciplinary hearing is underway, with a potential one-match ban if found guilty.
Maharashtra government has approved the free regularization of residential encroachments on government land up to 500 sqft for families residing there since January 1, 2011, or earlier. This scheme aims to provide housing security to low-income families, excluding Mumbai and Mumbai Suburban districts. Occupancy fees will apply for larger areas, with strict scrutiny to exclude
India’s R Praggnanandhaa delivered a tactical masterclass on the opening day of the 2026 FIDE Candidates, defeating Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri. While only three games in the Open section saw decisive results, Praggnanandhaa’s clinical precision highlighted a formidable start to his campaign. The Women’s section saw all four games end in draws.
“A service building at a power and water desalination plant was attacked as part of the Iranian aggression against the State of Kuwait, resulting in the death of an Indian worker and significant material damage to the building,” ministry spokesperson Fatima Abbas Jawhar Hayat said. Amid rising tensions, Pakistan said it was willing to facilitate
Rohit Sharma achieved a major IPL milestone. He became the first capped player to participate in all 19 seasons. Sharma marked the occasion with a strong batting performance. He scored 78 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Mumbai Indians successfully chased a large target. This victory secured a six-wicket win for Mumbai.
A passenger claiming to be ‘possessed’ attempted to open an emergency exit door on a Bengaluru-Varanasi IndiGo flight. Crew members swiftly intervened, preventing the man from opening the door on two separate occasions. The pilot temporarily ascended as a precaution before the flight landed safely, and the passenger was detained.
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has shattered box office records, surpassing its predecessor with a Rs 846.87 crore net collection in India and crossing Rs 1350 crore globally. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, continues the narrative of Hamza’s rise to power after a significant event, weaving in his past identity.
