Oil rises as risks of prolonged West Asia conflict heighten supply worries
Brent crude futures climbed 34 cents, or 0.35%, to $97.34 a barrel by 0000 GMT while US West Texas Intermediate crude was at $92.63 a barrel, up $1.15, or 1.26%
Day: September 8, 2026
Stocks to watch: Asian Paints, Swiggy, RBL Bank, BoB & defence shares
Stocks to watch today: Bandhan Bank, defence shares, RBL Bank, PVR Inox, Adani Power, Swiggy, Asian Paints, Molbio Diagnostics, IndusInd Bank, among others, will be in focus today.
Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals negative open; Asia markets mixed; US-Iran tension in focus
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Tuesday: The GIFT Nifty indicated that the Nifty50 may open lower. Asian markets were mixed in early deals
Brent crude climbs beyond $97 as Hormuz disruptions choke global oil supplies
With the ongoing conflict in the Middle East escalating, oil prices are experiencing a significant uptick as global supplies come under threat. Iran has issued warnings of retaliation against US actions, heightening fears surrounding energy infrastructure. As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, traders are incorporating a risk premium into oil costs.
Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play the 2027 ODI World Cup? Ashish Nehra says ‘Why not?’
Former India pacer Ashish Nehra said performances can change the situation quickly and it is too early to say whether Rohit and Kohli will still be part of India’s ODI plans. The next 50-over World Cup will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in 2027. Rohit will be 40 and Kohli 39 when…
Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play the 2027 ODI World Cup? Ashish Nehra says ‘Why not?’
Former India pacer Ashish Nehra said performances can change the situation quickly and it is too early to say whether Rohit and Kohli will still be part of India’s ODI plans. The next 50-over World Cup will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in 2027. Rohit will be 40 and Kohli 39 when…
Night entry, lifting clothes don’t amount to rape bid: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court’s decision emphasized that entering a woman’s home after dark does not equate to attempted rape. The distinction made between criminally outrageous conduct and attempted rape is significant, resulting in upholding a conviction for offending modesty. The judge decided to lessen the sentence to time already served, thereby clarifying the legal nuances…
Night entry, lifting clothes don’t amount to rape bid: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court’s decision emphasized that entering a woman’s home after dark does not equate to attempted rape. The distinction made between criminally outrageous conduct and attempted rape is significant, resulting in upholding a conviction for offending modesty. The judge decided to lessen the sentence to time already served, thereby clarifying the legal nuances…
Manipuri music teacher beaten to death for objecting to dhaba noise in Delhi
A Manipur musician died after a dispute over loud noise outside his home. He had asked dhaba workers to reduce their commotion late Sunday night. The situation escalated, leading to a brutal attack by several workers. He sustained severe injuries and later died during hospital treatment. Police have arrested eight workers, including a minor, in…
Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: ‘Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.’
Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor, crafted ‘Meditations’ as a source of self-reflection and guidance. One of his renowned quotes champions action over endless discussions on virtue. This timeless philosophy underscores the importance of embodying ethical principles daily instead of merely theorizing them. His writings portray a leader grappling with personal desires and moral obligations, delivering…