Oil prices, shipping risks rise as Iran crisis deepens: Report

IANS | April 6, 2026 7:46 AM

Washington, April 6 (IANS) Global energy markets and supply chains are coming under pressure as tensions over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz escalate, with oil prices rising sharply and fears mounting over disruptions to one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.

Trump threats on Iran draw backlash, legal concerns

IANS | April 6, 2026 7:37 AM

Washington, April 6 (IANS) The latest threat by US President Donald Trump to strike Iranian civilian infrastructure has triggered a domestic backlash with legal experts warning that such actions could violate international law, as tensions with Tehran escalate over the Strait of Hormuz.

Shujaat Ali Quadri denies AIMIM link, flags misreporting over remarks on Jamiat

IANS | April 6, 2026 12:23 AM

New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Muslim Students' Organisation of India chairman Shujaat Ali Quadri has issued a clarification denying any association with the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), after sections of the media described him as a party leader while reporting his recent remarks on Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind.

IPL 2026: David, Padikkal, Patidar fireworks help RCB register 43-run win over CSK (Ld)

IANS | April 5, 2026 11:53 PM

Bengaluru, April 5 (IANS) A marauding batting show led by Tim David, Rajat Patidar and Devdutt Padikkal, along with Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s incisive spell of 3-41 propelled defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a commanding 43-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2026 encounter at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.