Centre grants full customs duty exemption on critical petrochemical products amid Middle East crisis: Check list

As energy supply disruptions due to the ongoing Middle East conflict stretch into a second month, the government has moved to cushion the impact on domestic industries by granting a full customs duty exemption on select critical petrochemical products, providing much-needed short-term relief. The decision, which will be applicable until June 30, will address supply…

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Brook, Bethell escape heavy sanctions in New Zealand nightclub incident | Cricket News

England’s Jacob Bethell and Harry Brook (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell have been formally warned over their conduct following a nightclub incident during England’s pre-Ashes tour of New Zealand last year, in a development that once again brings focus on off-field discipline within the squad.The action was taken by the Cricket Regulator,…

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‘I don’t mind a bit of pressure’: ‘Calm’ Cooper Connolly announces arrival | Cricket News

Punjab Kings’ Cooper Connolly celebrates his half-century. (ANI Photo) NEW CHANDIGARH: He woke up in the morning with nerves on Tuesday. “Which I was really happy about,” Cooper Connolly said after leading Punjab Kings to a three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.For Connolly, it wasn’t the nerves, but the “happiness” about having them. That small detail…

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SMC recruitment 2026: Application window opens for over 1900 posts, check complete details here

SMC recruitment 2026: The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has started the online application process for SMC Recruitment 2026 from April 1, 2026. Eligible and interested candidates can apply for the recruitment drive. A total of 1,924 vacancies will be filled through the recruitment drive. The SMC recruitment drive has been announced through Advertisement No. P.R.O./739/2025-26….

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Elizabeth Taylor’s estate reacts to Taylor Swift’s music video tribute to the Hollywood icon: ‘It is a celebration’ |

Taylor Swift’s latest music video pays a heartfelt tribute to Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor, a move that has delighted the late actress’s estate. The video, a compilation of Taylor’s cinematic and personal moments, is seen as a genuine celebration of her enduring legacy. Taylor Swift’s new music video features a tribute to one of Hollywood’s…

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Dubai Airports Update April 2: Emirates offers free rebooking/refunds; extends flexible travel window till June 15 for affected passengers

In a recent update, Emirates has announced extension of flexible travel options for passengers affected by the ongoing airspace disruptions. It comes as a big relief for thousands of passengers transiting via Dubai International Airport (DBX), which is among the world’s busiest aviation hubs. The move comes amid ongoing operational adjustments by international airlines due…

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Iran Political Crisis: Power shift? Iran military takes control of state functions, sidelines president Pezeshkian – report

The IRGC has reportedly assumed control over key state functions in Iran, blocking presidential appointments and decisions while tightening its grip on the country’s core centres of power, as cited by Iran International.The move has effectively sidelined the government and pushed President Masoud Pezeshkian into a “complete political deadlock”, amid rising tensions between his administration…

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Hanuman: The emblem of devotion

By Radhanath Swami Hanuman is one of the most loved personalities in all of India. He is not just present in temples, rather, he lives in hearts of people. Across villages and cities, in homes and on streets, his name is remembered with affection and faith. What makes Hanuman so special? Hanuman’s trademark devotion for…

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