Prepare for a celestial spectacle as the Moon aligns with three planets this week, offering a rare evening viewing opportunity. On June 17th, Indians can witness the slender crescent Moon near the bright planet Venus, with a chance for a lunar occultation of Venus. This is the prime time to observe these planets before Jupiter…
If refiners are ultimately required to raise their stock levels to cover about 30 days of national consumption, they would collectively need to maintain around 150 million barrels of crude oil. (AI image) Drawing lessons from China, India may look to push its domestic refiners to increase the stockpile of crude inventories with energy security…
Taiwan’s ministry of national defence (MND) said on Wednesday that it detected the presence of six Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy vessels operating a around the island around 6am local time.As per the MND, armed forces assessed the activity and responded accordingly.In a post on X, the MND said, “6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan…
Anime has a remarkable way of bringing animals to life, turning them into unforgettable companions, heroes, and even symbols of life’s biggest lessons. Whether it’s a heartwarming tale about pet ownership or an emotional journey that explores humanity’s connection with nature, animal-centric anime often leave a lasting impact on viewers. If you’re someone who can’t…
Rupee began Wednesday on a strong note, rising over 30 paise against US dollar, extending its recent recovery as easing crude oil prices and a softer dollar index lifted sentiment. At the interbank foreign exchange, the currency rose 31 paise to touch 94.29 against the greenback. It opened at 94.46 and later climbed to 94.29,…
The department of war announced Tuesday that the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will officially restore its name to the US Pacific Command (USPACOM), reversing the 2018 decision to rename it.Originally established on January 1, 1947, by then-President Harry S Truman, the command operated under the USPACOM banner for over 70 years, standing as the oldest…
“Indian equity markets are expected to open on a mildly positive note, with Gift Nifty trading at 24,015, up by 21 points. Asian markets are witnessing mixed trade after a subdued overnight session on Wall Street, where the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 ended lower amid weakness in technology stocks, while the Dow Jones Industrial…
Middle East crisis choked one of the world’s busiest oil pipelines for over 100 days, sending ripples to economies across the globe. As energy shipments fell, many players opted for a range of tactics to keep the shipments flowing. The US adopted Iran’s playbook. Using a method long associated with Iran’s sanctions-busting efforts, the United…
Country names often arrive carrying layers of history that are easy to overlook. Some preserve the memory of dynasties, some echo ancient tribes, and others trace their roots to geography that predates written records. Hidden among them is a small Caribbean nation whose name stands apart for an unusual reason. Saint Lucia is widely regarded…
A small plane crashed onto a highway in southern Texas late Tuesday night (local time), prompting an emergency rescue operation as flames erupted from the aircraft and crews rushed to free those trapped inside, AP reported.The crash occurred shortly after 10pm in the city of Laredo, according to Jose Baeza, an investigator with the local…
