Oil heads for biggest weekly gain since July as Middle East tensions flare

Oil prices climbed on Friday, nearing their largest weekly gain since mid-July. Escalating US-Iran tensions raised concerns over potential crude supply disruptions from the Middle East. Fierce clashes between Washington and Tehran have intensified, impacting energy infrastructure worries. Meanwhile, Russian President Putin suggested a path to ending the Ukraine war. Both US and China reportedly…

Chitrakoot priest refuses to abandon temple amid floods

In an emotional standoff at Ramghat, temple officials pleaded with a priest to leave a flooded sanctuary, but he steadfastly refused, vowing to stay with his deity through the emergency. The relentless currents of the Mandakini River enveloped many homes and sacred sites. Meanwhile, rescue crews tirelessly worked to save residents stranded in treacherous conditions….

‘Outstanding achievement’: PM Modi hails Isro after successful EOS-05 launch

Prime Minister Modi lauded ISRO’s successful GSLV-F17 rocket launch carrying the EOS-05 satellite. This mission marked an outstanding achievement and a proud moment for the nation. The rocket precisely placed the 2,367-kg satellite into its intended orbit. ISRO chief V Narayanan confirmed the satellite’s good health after injection. This launch adds to India’s growing earth…