Meera Nair

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in Sochi, Russia on May 21, 2018

Russia imports gasoline from India amid refinery disruptions and supply shortages

The move comes despite Russia being a major oil producer and highlights its growing fuel supply challenges. It also underscores the evolving energy partnership between India and Russia, as India continues to import large volumes of discounted Russian crude while exporting refined fuel.

24 days ago

Trump warns Iran after fresh US air strikes over Strait of Hormuz attack

US Removes Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Delhi Firms From Russia Sanctions List

The US has removed four Indian companies—RRG Engineering Technologies, Lokesh Machines, Galaxy Bearings and Shaurya Aeronautics—from its Russia-related sanctions list. The firms had been sanctioned in 2024 over allegations of supplying dual-use technology and equipment to Russia.

24 days ago

Major Setback For Trump: US Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejects Executive Order In 5-4 Ruling

The US Supreme Court, in a 5-4 ruling, struck down President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to deny birthright citizenship to children born in the US to undocumented immigrants.

26 days ago

Special Intensive Revision starts in Karnataka; BLOs begin door-to-door voter verification

While the exercise aims to update voter lists ahead of the publication of the final electoral roll on October 7, the Karnataka government has raised concerns over the process, urging the ECI to improve transparency, extend timelines, protect voters from wrongful deletion, and disclose the criteria and technology used during the revision.

26 days ago

India's external debt increases to $762.8 billion as non-government borrowings rise: RBI

India's external debt increased by $26.3 billion year-on-year to $762.8 billion at the end of March 2026, according to RBI data. The external debt-to-GDP ratio rose to 20.8 per cent from 19.8 per cent a year earlier, driven mainly by higher non-government borrowings, while government debt declined.

27 days ago

India Knocked Out Of ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 As Australia Hand 6-Wicket Defeat At Lord's

India's wait for a maiden ICC T20 Women's World Cup title continues as the Women in Blue were knocked out by Australia on Sunday. Harmanpreet Kaur and Co needed a win at Lord's to qualify for the semi-final but suffered a 6-wicket defeat despite a half-century from their captain.

28 days ago

Trump warns Iran 'will no longer exist' as US launches fresh strikes over alleged ceasefire breach

According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), the strikes targeted Iranian missile and drone storage facilities, coastal radar sites, air defence systems and surveillance infrastructure in response to continued attacks on commercial shipping. Trump warned that Iran "will no longer exist" if it continues its aggression

28 days ago

Mumbai firing at Rohit Shetty's residence funded via hawala network; Bishnoi gang link surfaces in Crime Branch probe

Rohit Shetty receives ₹20 crore extortion threat from Lawrence Bishnoi gang

Police believe the voice in the clip may belong to Shubham Lonkar, a wanted aide linked to the 2024 murder of Baba Siddique and the February 2026 firing incident. The audio has been handed over to the Mumbai Crime Branch and sent for forensic examination as the investigation continues.

28 days ago

Indian Stock Market Today: Sensex Rises 400 Points, Nifty Opens Higher as Crude Oil Prices Ease Near $70

Nifty Faces Strong Resistance At 24,500, Sensex May Climb Towards 79,000 If Bullish Momentum Continues

Indian stock markets ended the holiday-shortened week with gains, keeping the positive trend intact. Analysts believe the Nifty could move higher if it crosses 24,500, while the Sensex may rally towards 79,000. Falling crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions have improved investor confidence.

28 days ago

Audio recording shows IRGC warning vessels against transiting Strait of Hormuz

Oil Tanker Hit in Strait of Hormuz as Iran, US Exchange Fire; IRGC Claims Strikes on US Military Sites

An oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz as tensions between Iran and the US escalated following a fresh exchange of military strikes.IRGC claimed it targeted US military sites in the region in retaliation

29 days ago

Karnataka govt celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling plantation drive

Karnataka celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling drive, BJP hails Bengaluru founder

Karnataka celebrated the 517th birth anniversary of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda with state-wide events led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who announced a drive to plant 15 lakh saplings across Bengaluru and unveiled plans to further preserve the city founder's legacy.

29 days ago

CM Vijay takes bus ride after launching 300 new TNSTC buses; video goes viral

'Superstar' CM Vijay takes bus ride after launching 300 new TNSTC buses in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Thursday unveiled a fleet of 300 new buses aimed at boosting public transport services across the state, as the government steps up efforts to modernise its ageing transport network and improve connectivity for millions of daily passengers.

Jun 25, 2026

Madhur Virli's rape and murder joke goes viral; Comedian deactivates IG account; Pranit More apologises again after Rs 370 biryani remark

NCW rejects apology of comedians Pranit More, Madhur Virli and Himanshu Jangra over remarks against women; next hearing scheduled

The controversy erupted after clips from Pranit More's show, including Jangra's viral "₹370 biryani" remark, sparked backlash online. Despite apologising during the hearing, the trio's apology was not accepted, and the NCW has scheduled the next hearing as it continues examining the matter.

Jun 25, 2026

Thalaivar 173 is now Dharman: Rajinikanth's FIRST look unveiled from Ashwath Marimuthu, Kamal Haasan's next film

Rajinikanth's upcoming film Dharman (previously Thalaivar 173) has unveiled its first-look poster, featuring the superstar as a doctor holding a blood-stained scalpel in an operation theatre. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu and backed by Kamal Haasan.

Jun 25, 2026

Adani Group Invests Record ₹1.5 Lakh Crore in Infrastructure in FY26, Gautam Adani Unveils 3-Step Vision

Adani Electricity gears up to safeguard 3.15 million Mumbai customers from potential monsoon disruptions

System to monitor flood-prone areas. Adani Electricity has also carried out extensive pre-monsoon inspections, elevated equipment in low-lying locations, and positioned emergency vehicles, generators and essential materials for rapid response.

Jun 25, 2026

Did Sonam Raghuvanshi's affair lead to her husband Raja's murder?

Raja Raghuvanshi murder case: Meghalaya Police to challenge bail granted to Sonam

Defending the investigation, she dismissed concerns over an alleged procedural lapse, saying it involved only a technical error in one document where a legal section was incorrectly cited.

Jun 19, 2026

NEET UG Re-Exam Admit Card 2026 Out Now At neet.nta.nic.in; Check Direct Link Here

NEET UG Re-Exam 2026: GPS Tracking To Aadhaar Checks; NTA Deploys 2 Lakh Personnel, Biometric Verification & CCTV Monitoring

NTA has announced full preparedness for the NEET UG 2026 re-examination on June 21. Over 2 lakh personnel, CCTV surveillance, biometric verification, GPS-tracked logistics and cyber monitoring have been deployed to ensure a secure test.

Jun 19, 2026

Exclusion of daughters from compassionate benefits based on marital status 'unconstitutional': Supreme Court

SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tamil Nadu trust vote

The petitioner had sought a probe, dissolution of the Assembly and imposition of President's Rule, alleging that legislators were induced to support the government. However, the court found no reliable material to support the claims and refused to entertain the plea.

Jun 19, 2026

US lifts Iran port blockade; Tehran fast-tracks Hormuz Strait transit requests

Iran has ordered the swift processing of vessel requests to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after signing MoU with the US. Under the agreement, ships will be allowed to transit the strategic waterway free of charge for 60 days

Jun 19, 2026

Commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by Rs 41 in relief for businesses

1.47 crore LPG cylinders delivered in last 3 days as supply stays normal: Govt

The Centre has assured that LPG, petrol and diesel supplies remain normal across India despite supply chain disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict. Nearly 1.47 crore LPG cylinders were delivered in the last three days against fresh bookings of 1.36 crore, with no reports of supply shortages.

Jun 18, 2026

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Articles by Meera Nair

Russia imports gasoline from India amid refinery disruptions and supply shortages

US Removes Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Delhi Firms From Russia Sanctions List

Major Setback For Trump: US Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Rejects Executive Order In 5-4 Ruling

Special Intensive Revision starts in Karnataka; BLOs begin door-to-door voter verification

India's external debt increases to $762.8 billion as non-government borrowings rise: RBI

India Knocked Out Of ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 As Australia Hand 6-Wicket Defeat At Lord's

Trump warns Iran 'will no longer exist' as US launches fresh strikes over alleged ceasefire breach

Rohit Shetty receives ₹20 crore extortion threat from Lawrence Bishnoi gang

Nifty Faces Strong Resistance At 24,500, Sensex May Climb Towards 79,000 If Bullish Momentum Continues

Oil Tanker Hit in Strait of Hormuz as Iran, US Exchange Fire; IRGC Claims Strikes on US Military Sites

Karnataka celebrates Kempegowda Jayanti; CM Shivakumar launches 15-lakh sapling drive, BJP hails Bengaluru founder

'Superstar' CM Vijay takes bus ride after launching 300 new TNSTC buses in Chennai

NCW rejects apology of comedians Pranit More, Madhur Virli and Himanshu Jangra over remarks against women; next hearing scheduled

Thalaivar 173 is now Dharman: Rajinikanth's FIRST look unveiled from Ashwath Marimuthu, Kamal Haasan's next film

Adani Electricity gears up to safeguard 3.15 million Mumbai customers from potential monsoon disruptions

Raja Raghuvanshi murder case: Meghalaya Police to challenge bail granted to Sonam

NEET UG Re-Exam 2026: GPS Tracking To Aadhaar Checks; NTA Deploys 2 Lakh Personnel, Biometric Verification & CCTV Monitoring

SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tamil Nadu trust vote

US lifts Iran port blockade; Tehran fast-tracks Hormuz Strait transit requests

1.47 crore LPG cylinders delivered in last 3 days as supply stays normal: Govt

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'