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Sachs warns of escalation, oil disruption in Iran conflict; calls for global action

As the conflict stretches into its second month, leading economist Jeffrey Sachs expresses grave concerns regarding the intensifying war and global instability. He denounces US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu for defying expert counsel in initiating the conflict, a choice that could lead to dramatic hikes in oil prices…

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‘War Lockdown Notice’ Viral on April Fool’s Day Turns Out to Be a Prank

A viral message titled ‘war lockdown notice’ created panic across social media platforms on Wednesday, April 1, before being exposed as an April Fool’s Day prank.

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April Fools’ Day: When stories looked real, sounded believable, and quietly fell apart

In early 2026, a surge of fake news, amplified by global tensions, tested public discernment. From claims of Benjamin Netanyahu's death to misleading videos of dog escapes and fabricated political encounters, misinformation spread rapidly. Fact-checkers and official sources worked to debunk these viral stories, highlighting the challenge of verifying information…

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At least 8 women killed in crowd crush at Indian temple

Poor management blamed for overcrowding at temple in Bihar

The Independent UK

Follow the money: Inside Modi govt’s Rs 1.5 crore-a-day ad spend

In a written reply in the Lok Sabha to a question raised by Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan and others, the Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L Murugan, recently provided a detailed breakdown of the Central Government's advertising expenditure over the last 11 years.

Newslaundry

Why Pakistan’s ambitious bid to mediate in the Iran-US war could ‘backfire’

Islamabad is making a high-stakes mediation attempt to settle the world’s most consequential conflict. Success will elevate its global standing but failure may prove costly, analysts tell Shweta Sharma

The Independent UK

'Grateful for India’s swift support': Sri Lanka President thanks PM Modi for fuel aid amid Middle East crisis

NEW DELHI: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External affairs minister S Jaishankar after India sent an oil shipment to ease the fuel supply disruption due to Middle East conflict.

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India denies Elon Musk joined Modi-Trump call on Iran crisis

Previously, it was reported that Tesla titan joined a phone call ⁠between Trump and Modi to discuss the evolving crisis in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Elon Musk joined Trump’s call with Modi on war in Iran, says report

It remains unclear what Musk, a private citizen, was doing on the phone call

The Independent UK

Nepal's youngest PM takes oath of office after Gen Z protests toppled previous government

Balendra Shah will lead a government tasked with navigating deep public frustration with Nepal's established parties, who were widely blamed by voters for corruption and chronic political instability.

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LuLu Group Chairman Yusuff Ali MA thanks PM Modi for 'uninterrupted food supplies' to GCC

LuLu Group Chairman Yusuff Ali thanks Indian Prime Minister Modi for food supplies to the Gulf that remain uninterrupted, despite global uncertainties amid Iran vs US-Israel war. Lulu Group's robust supply chain ensures stable inventory and prevents immediate disruptions. This vital assurance strengthens India's role as a strategic food security…

The Times of India

Echo chambers and ‘super mamas’: How Assam’s media created a pro-government loop

In the days leading up to February 8, Assamese news channels carried a sense of anticipation.

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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Denies Lockdown Rumours in India

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday dismissed circulating rumours about a possible nationwide lockdown in India, calling them “completely false.” Puri emphasized that the government is not considering any such measure and urged citizens to remain calm, warning that spreading misinformation during a global crisis is “irresponsible and harmful.”

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Govt Cuts Petrol and Diesel Duties to Protect Consumers

In a decisive move to protect citizens from surging global energy prices, the Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, announced on Friday that the government has reduced excise duties on petrol and diesel. Petrol duty has been cut from ₹13 per litre to ₹3, while diesel…

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Energy Lockdown in India? Here’s What Modi Actually Meant

A single sentence can shake an entire nation. And this time, it almost did. When Narendra Modi mentioned COVID-like preparedness amid rising West Asia tensions, the internet didn’t stay calm it panicked. Suddenly, whispers turned into viral claims: Lockdown is coming back. Energy supply will be cut. Fear spread faster…

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Is the World Heading for an Energy Lockdown in 2026? Oil Prices, Blackouts, and What's Really Coming

The crisis stems from escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, with the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the critical choke point.

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Rahul Gandhi Criticises Centre’s Foreign Policy, Calls It ‘Personal’ and a ‘Universal Joke’

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Centre’s foreign policy, alleging that it has become Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “personal policy” and is viewed globally as a “universal joke.”

The Times of India

Oman flash floods: 2 Kerala natives dead, 1 missing; Congress leader writes to PM Modi

Two individuals from Kerala, Yusuf and Shamla, have died and another woman, Ramla, remains missing following flash floods in Oman's Al Batinah Governorate. Senior Congress leader V D Satheesan has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene and coordinate with Omani authorities for intensified search and rescue efforts and to…

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Indian film board blocks release of Oscar-nominated Gaza drama 'The Voice of Hind Rajab'

The release of Kaouther Ben Hania's Venice-winning and Oscar-nominated docu-drama 'The Voice of HInd Rajab' has been blocked by the country's ratings body. Beyond censorship, this decision reveals a shift in Israel-India relations under prime minister Narendra Modi.

The Independent UK

One act of Hindu-Muslim solidarity is inspiring others in India to take a stand. But does it signal a larger shift?

IN FOCUS: From university students shielding Muslims classmates offering prayers to Hindu villagers publicly confronting a politician over apparent religious discrimination, Indian social media is celebrating a series of small rebellions against polarisation. Namita Singh reports

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Indian film board blocks release of Oscar-nominated Gaza drama The Voice of Hind Rajab

Distributor says authorities warned screening Tunisian film-maker Kaouther Ben Hania’s docudrama could harm India–Israel relations

Newslaundry

Dhurandhar 2 review: Angrier, louder, emptier

No body part is left undamaged in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the sequel to the pulse-pounding and eardrum-shattering spy thriller that was released in December 2025. At the fulcrum of Part 1 was the mystery surrounding Hamza’s (Ranveer Singh) identity and his true motives. Despite its pro-establishment propaganda, the film…

The Independent UK

Will the Iran war really lead to a global pivot to renewable energy?

IN FOCUS: With US and Israeli strikes on Iran continuing and no end to the conflict in sight, calls are growing for the rest of the world to reduce its dependence on oil and gas. But experts tell Stuti Mishra that moving away from oil is no easy task – if…

The Independent UK

Dhurandhar 2: The box-office juggernaut that shows hypermasculine nationalism still sells in India

IN FOCUS: The runaway success of ‘Dhurandhar’ has intensified scrutiny around a growing wave of Bollywood films that rely on patriotic spectacle and polarising narratives. Shahana Yasmin writes

The Times of India

Netanyahu alive, video at cafe is not AI-fabricated: Israel’s envoy to India

Israeli ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Monday rebutted claims that PM Benjamin Netanyahu was dead, while reiterating that the “operational opportunity” for the Israel-US joint strikes on Iran arose only after PM Narendra Modi left Israel on Feb 26. PM Modi had visited Israel days before the attacks and…

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