Middle East crisis live: US will blockade Hormuz ‘as long as it takes’ and is ready to restart combat if talks fail, Hegseth warns

The US defence secretary said that the US is ‘reloading with more power than before’ and will maintain a navy blockade on the strait of HormuzUS and Iran in indirect talks to extend two-week ceasefireIran has stopped all petrochemical exports to prioritise domestic supply and prevent shortages of raw materials, Reuters reported.The state-owned National Petrochemical Company ordered firms to suspend exports until further notice. Continue reading...

Fortune expands Asia leadership with new Editorial Directors and Brand Studio head

Seasoned executives from The Economist Group and the South China Morning Post join Fortune to deepen engagement with Global 500 and Southeast Asia 500 leaders across the region.

Scottish retailers dismiss SNP proposal to cap price of essential foods as a ‘potty gimmick’ – UK politics live

Scottish Retail Consortium blames rising supply chain and commodity costs as it also hits out at ‘relentless rises in statutory costs imposed by government’ Swinney says this is a manifesto for the whole of Scotland.He confirms that the SNP would argue for the Scottish power to have more control over energy policy (still largely reserved to Westminter). He says:The problem is not that we do not have the energy. The problem is that Westminster has the power. This election is our opportunity to take those powers and put them into Scotland’s hands. Continue reading...

Merck Foundation Marks ‘World Art Day’ by Celebrating the 6 Year Anniversary of Their ‘Fashion and Art with Purpose’ Community Established in 2020

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Wipro Hydraulics to acquire majority stake in Italy’s Indeco Ind Spa

Acquisition to allow Wipro to expand its portfolio beyond hydraulic cylinders and enter the hydraulic attachments market

Middle East crisis live: Hegseth gives Iran war update as countries seek to extend ceasefire

The US defence secretary said that the US is ‘reloading with more power than power’ and will maintain a navy blockade on the strait of HormuzUS and Iran in indirect talks to extend two-week ceasefireIran has stopped all petrochemical exports to prioritise domestic supply and prevent shortages of raw materials, Reuters reported.The state-owned National Petrochemical Company ordered firms to suspend exports until further notice. Continue reading...

В Max зарегистрировались 7 млн иностранцев

У Кремлі розглядають щонайменше три сценарії війни в Україні: в РНБО розкрили плани Росії

Перший сценарій ворога - це продовження війни щонайменше до 2028 року.

Why the Iran war did not go according to US plans

Washington misread Iran, overestimated its own leverage and found itself trapped in a costly 40-day war of attrition.

Кабмин списал две трети долгов по бюджетным кредитам еще 16 регионам

MosChip to acquire 73% stake in Vayavya Labs for ₹245.49 crore

Remaining shareholding will be acquired after March 31, 2028

Чому українці в Європі інакше сприймають загрозу з боку Росії: соціолог назвав причину

Розуміння екзистенційної загрози з боку Росії за кордоном не так відчувається, як в Україні в умовах постійних ракетних і дронових атак.

Cohoma Coffee raises ₹5 crore in seed round to fuel global expansion

The funds will be used to expand internationally and scale manufacturing

Ігнат: Чимала заслуга збиття ракет - це саме льотчики F-16

Українська протиповітряна оборона продемонструвала блискучий результат, перехопивши 19 із 20 крилатих цілей.

Israeli strike destroys last working bridge over Lebanon’s Litani River

An Israeli strike has destroyed the last operational bridge over the Litani River.

Авіакомпанія з Нової Зеландії впроваджує спальні купе в економкласі

На відміну від преміальних класів, скористатися капсулою можна буде протягом лише 4 годин.

Nuvoco raises cement prices by ₹10 per bag as input costs surge

The cost pressure intensified after polymer granule prices—used to manufacture cement packaging bags—jumped sharply due to crude-linked disruptions

Посол Ирана поблагодарил Россию за гуманитарную помощь

Суд обратил в доход РФ 81 электроподстанцию экс-главы МРСК Северного Кавказа

Чергова політична пастка для Трампа: CNN про наслідки блокування США Ормузької протоки

Вашингтон вважає, що таким чином змусить Іран піти на поступки, однак Тегеран вже показував, що вміє діяти не за логікою США.

Дагестан выплатит по 1 млн рублей семьям погибших при сходе лавины

Iran War Live Updates: Pentagon Officials Give an Update on the War

Pakistan’s foreign ministry said it expected to host a second round of U.S.-Iran talks but did not say when, as a Pakistani delegation visited Iran’s capital. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are talking to reporters. Watch live.

Europe has only six weeks’ supply of jet fuel left owing to Iran war, says energy chief

There will be flight cancellations ‘soon’ if oil supplies are not restored in coming weeks, says head of IEABusiness live – latest updatesMiddle East crisis – live updatesEurope has only six weeks’ supply of jet fuel left before shortages will hit because of the Iran war, according to the head of a global energy watchdog.Fatih Birol, the executive director of the International Energy Agency, said there would be flight cancellations “soon” if oil supplies from the Middle East were not restored within the coming weeks. Continue reading...

India’s doping problem serious but efforts sincere, says WADA chief Witold Banka

Banka stressed the need for stronger testing, education, and enforcement as India eyes hosting the Olympics and major global sporting events

Яке молоко корисніше для кави: знежирене, незбиране чи рослинне

Різні види молока по-різному впливають на калорійність та користь кави. Все залежить від ваших цілей – схуднення, насичення або полегшення травлення.

Broker’s call: VA Tech Wabag (Buy)

JM Financial

Поки в Україні війна, Порошенко вкладає мільярди в економіки інших держав, виводячи з України, - експерт

 Порошенко вкладає мільярди в економіки інших держав, виводячи з України, каже експерт Петро Порошенко під час повномасштабної війни розмістив в іноземних облігаціях активи на 2,308 млрд грн, виводячи...

India could limit sulphur exports as supplies tighten, sources say

India exports around 800,000 tons of sulphur a year, with more ‌than 90% going to China

Broker’s call: on iValue Infosolutions (Buy)

Monarch Networth

Xi Alludes to Trump’s Policies to Make a Case for Closer Ties to Vietnam

China used a visit by the Vietnamese leader to show a deepening of security ties that analysts say far outpaces U.S. defense ties in the region.

Can historic Israel-Lebanon talks lead to ceasefire?

Israel and Lebanon leaders set for historic talks after 34 years of silence, aiming to ease tensions amid ongoing conflict.

More than 100 writers quit French publisher in protest against rightwing owner Vincent Bolloré

In open letter, writers criticise Bollaré for promoting reactionary and far-right ideas and say ‘we refuse to be hostages in ideological war’More than 100 writers have quit the historic French publishing house, Grasset, in protest at its billionaire conservative owner, Vincent Bolloré, whose media empire has been accused of promoting reactionary and far-right ideas.In an unprecedented walk-out, dozens of writers including the acclaimed punk feminist novelist Virginie Despentes and the philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy, signed an open letter against Bolloré, 74, who is close to far-right figures.

India imports LNG from US, Oman, and Nigeria in March as Qatar, UAE supplies dry up

According to Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis, India turned to alternative suppliers like the US and Nigeria, while coal and renewables helped cushion the impact on the power sector

Китай створив пристрій, який може перерізати кабелі на глибині 3,5 км: чим це загрожує

Наразі підводна інфраструктура стає предметом пильної уваги.

Stakes high as supreme court set to rule on law involving Monsanto’s weed-killing pesticide

Risks from cancer and other diseases could be hidden with little accountability if justices favor big firms, critics warnThe US could face foreign attacks, food shortages and agricultural “devastation” if the supreme court rules against Monsanto in a closely watched case over pesticide regulation that is set for arguments later this month, according to a series of legal briefs supporting the company.In contrast, opposing legal briefs warn that if the court sides with Monsanto, consumers will be stripped of their rights to sue when they develop cancer or other serious diseases they attribute to

Тіну Кароль жорстко підкололи прямо на сцені: її реакція здивувала зал

Гумористка Мандзюк пожартувала над віком співачки.

Europe has only six weeks’ supply of jet fuel left due to Iran war, says energy chief

There will be flight cancellations ‘soon’ if oil supplies are not restored in coming weeks, says head of IEABusiness live – latest updatesMiddle East crisis – live updatesEurope has only six weeks’ supply of jet fuel left before shortages will hit because of the Iran war, according to the head of a global energy watchdog.Fatih Birol, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said there will be flight cancellations “soon” if oil supplies from the Middle East are not restored within the coming weeks. Continue reading...

Скоро війна в Європі буде реальністю не тільки для України, - Чалий

Дипломат наголосив, що для України було б доцільно ввійти у військовий блок з європейськими партнерами.

Candescent opens tech centre in Hyderabad with 260 employees

US-based Candescent already has a presence in Mumbai and Bengaluru with a headcount of over 800 engineers

HDBFS shares jump after strong Q4 results, brokerages see steady growth ahead

The company posted a net profit of ₹750.6 crore for the quarter ended March 2026, marking a 41.3% year-on-year increase from ₹530.9 crore in the same period last year

Who is Roelf Meyer, South Africa’s new ambassador to the US?

So who is Meyer and will his appointment help improve ties between the two countries?

Sri Lanka Uses U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire to Repatriate Iranian Sailors

Sri Lanka had been refusing to send back the Iranian Navy personnel, including survivors from a warship that the United States torpedoed, during active hostilities.

Суд приговорил экс-депутата ГД Малика Гайсина к 14 годам колонии за растрату

Wipro Q4 earnings: profit slips, revenue rises; ₹15,000 crore buyback approved

For the full fiscal year, profit remained largely flat with marginal growth

Ceasefire in Lebanon ‘as important’ as in Iran, says Ghalibaf

Tehran 'striving' to compel US and Israel to establish permanent ceasefire in all conflict zones, Iranian speaker says.

Ceasefire in Lebanon ‘as important’ as in Iran, Ghalibaf says

Tehran 'striving' to compel US and Israel to permanent ceasefire in all conflict zones, Iranian parliament speaker says.

Q4 Results Today Live: Wipro con. Q4 PAT down, board approves buyback, HDFC AMC profit dips, CRISIL, Angel One, Waaree Renewable Tech, Alok Ind to announce Q4 results

Q4 Results Today, April 16, 2026, Live Updates: CATCH LIVE UPDATES HERE

"Успіх України цілком можливий": експосол США поділився, що повинен зробити Вашингтон

Американський дипломат Деніел Фрід впевнений, що як США, так і Європа виграють від зміцнення позицій України.

SEBI extends not-for-profit registration validity for Social Stock Exchanges

Regulator aims to boost fundraising flexibility, lowers the minimum subscription requirement for zero coupon zero principal instruments

Aliste Technologies raises ₹30 crore in pre-Series A round led by Bitexco’s venture arm

Aliste develops hardware and software systems that integrate with existing infrastructure, offering real-time visibility into energy consumption and costs

Путін схиблений на Україні: психолог пояснив логіку диктатора

Російський диктатор діє іраціонально та емоційно.

Apple готує дуже дешевий комп'ютер за ціною навушників: що вже відомо

За неофіційними даними, ціна пристрою становитиме 299 доларів.

Росія може будь-коли захопити острів у Балтійському морі, – головнокомандувач ЗС Швеції

У Стокгольмі попереджають про ризик обмеженої операції Кремля для виявлення слабких місць альянсу.

Pedro Pascal v Pedro Piscal: actor in legal battle with Chilean spirit brand

Pedro Piscal pisco is latest Chilean brand to resemble a Hollywood name – and others have fought off the lawsuitsThe actor Pedro Pascal is waging a legal battle against a Chilean pisco merchant who has chosen a cheeky name for his brand of the country’s national spirit: Pedro Piscal.David Herrera registered the brand name with a Chilean commercial regulator in 2023 and began selling his pisco in off-licences and restaurants. Continue reading...

Американский инвестор Марк Мобиус умер в возрасте 89 лет