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New Delhi: India has purchased around 60 million barrels of crude oil from Russia for delivery next month as global supply chains face strain due to disruptions in West Asia. The move comes as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted, creating uncertainty in energy markets. The crude cargoes were reportedly booked at premiums ranging from 5 to 15 dollars per barrel above the Brent crude oil benchmark. The volume is broadly similar to India’s purchases for the current month but is more than double the quantity acquired in February, reflecting rising demand and tightening supply conditions. The increased…

New Delhi: Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce 53 amendments to the Finance Bill 2026 in the Lok Sabha as the government prepares to implement the new income tax framework from April 1. Among the proposed revisions, 32 amendments involve substantive policy changes while the rest relate to procedural adjustments. The proposed changes are intended to simplify aspects of the income tax system while strengthening the government’s ability to enforce tax regulations. One of the key proposals includes granting tax authorities expanded powers to reopen old assessments in cases where courts or appellate tribunals provide relevant findings. This means that…

New Delhi: Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday to discuss the evolving conflict in West Asia and its growing impact on global energy security. The discussion also focused on strengthening cooperation between India and Sri Lanka in the energy sector and addressing broader regional challenges. During the call, the two leaders reviewed progress on several initiatives designed to deepen bilateral energy cooperation. The conversation also touched on the importance of close coordination between the two countries as the conflict in West Asia continues to affect global supply chains and economic stability. The ongoing crisis…

New Delhi: Nearly 200 tourists were stranded in the town of Chungthang after heavy rainfall triggered multiple landslides that disrupted road connectivity in North Sikkim. The incident occurred along the key route connecting Chungthang to Lachen, leaving travellers unable to continue their journey. The landslides struck late on Tuesday night, blocking sections of the road and forcing tourists heading towards Lachen to halt midway. With road access cut off, authorities arranged temporary shelter for the stranded visitors. They were accommodated overnight at facilities set up by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police as well as at a local gurudwara in Chungthang. Restoration…

New Delhi: Ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League, tournament officials are set to discuss several playing regulations during a captains meeting scheduled in Mumbai. The meeting, to be held just days before the start of the new season, will address multiple rule related matters including ball replacement procedures, innings timing and other playing conditions. Among the key issues expected to draw attention is the revised rule concerning ball changes during matches, particularly in situations involving wet conditions. Captains will have only a limited role in requesting a ball replacement under the updated guidelines. During the meeting,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa players delivered strong performances at the Indian Masters (Veteran) National Badminton Championships currently being held in Navelim, with several shuttlers moving into the later stages of the tournament. Parag Chauhan and Kamlesh Kanji led Goa’s charge in the Men’s Doubles 45 category, registering a hard fought quarterfinal victory over Kishor Kumar K. and R. Sheshu Narayanan. After losing the first game, the Goan pair fought back to win 12 to 21, 21 to 16, 21 to 10 and secure their place in the semifinals. Former state champion and international medalist Sandhya Melasheemi also continued her impressive…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Oxford Cricket Club Goa suffered a narrow one wicket defeat against Millennium Cricket Academy Sangli in a thrilling league match of the Late Rajan Bhai Angane Under 16 Memorial Cup. The tournament match was played at the Boarding Ground in Malvan and remained closely contested until the final moments. Batting first, Oxford Cricket Club put up a competitive total of 256 for seven in their allotted 45 overs. The highlight of the innings was a remarkable century by Farhan Shaikh, who came in at number seven and produced an explosive knock of 123 runs from just 77…