Oil Prices and India’s imported fuel basket dance to the tune of the US–Iran ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent, WTI, and Trump’s Rhetoric Oil prices have swung wildly since the US–Iran conflict began, with Brent and WTI repeatedly breaching the $100–per‑barrel mark amid threats to shut the Strait of Hormuz. When President Trump announced a conditional two‑week ceasefire linked to the partial reopening of the Strait, Brent crude
Bhooth Bangla Crosses ₹100 Crore Worldwide in Just Four Days
Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla has achieved a significant box office milestone, crossing the ₹100 crore mark globally within just four days of its theatrical release. The film’s strong opening performance underscores its commercial appeal despite mixed critical reception. Strong Opening Weekend Drives Momentum Released on April 17, 2026, the
Raja Shivaji Trailer Unveils Grand Tribute to Maratha Legacy
The trailer of Raja Shivaji, directed by and starring Riteish Deshmukh, has been released, offering a visually striking glimpse into the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The historical epic, mounted on a grand scale, is already generating strong buzz ahead of its theatrical release. Visual Spectacle Brings History
Apple Leadership Transition: Tim Cook to Step Down
Hardware Chief John Ternus Set to Take Over as CEO In a major development in the global technology sector, Apple Inc. is set for a leadership transition, with long-serving Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook expected to step down, and the company’s hardware chief John Ternus positioned to take over the
India–UK Defence Ties Enter Strategic Phase
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan’s Visit Signals Deeper Military and Industrial Collaboration In a significant step towards strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, India and the United Kingdom have moved to deepen their strategic engagement, with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan undertaking an official visit to the UK. The visit, the
Wolves Relegated After Eight-Year Run Ends
Premier League Exit Reflects Season of Struggles and Missed Chances Wolverhampton Wanderers’ journey in the Premier League has come to an end, as the club was mathematically relegated following a goalless draw between West Ham United and Crystal Palace, confirming what had long seemed inevitable. After eight seasons in England’s
Yogi Adityanath Leads ‘Jan Aakrosh’ March in Lucknow Over Women’s Quota Defeat
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led a large “Jan Aakrosh Mahila Padyatra” (people’s anger march) in Lucknow on April 21, 2026, to protest the defeat of the Women’s Reservation (Nari Shakti Vandan) Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha. Purpose and Symbolism The protest march, starting from the CM’s residence
Dhurandhar Scores Big on OTT
Ranveer Singh’s Film Bags ₹150 Crore Digital Deal In a major boost for Bollywood’s digital landscape, Ranveer Singh’s upcoming film Dhurandhar has reportedly secured a massive ₹150 crore OTT deal, underlining the growing dominance of streaming platforms in shaping film economics. The deal, finalised ahead of the film’s release, reflects
Apple Names Insider John Ternus as CEO, Tim Cook Becomes Executive Chairman
Apple has announced a major leadership change, naming long‑time hardware chief John Ternus as its next Chief Executive Officer, while Tim Cook will step down as CEO and become Executive Chairman of the board. New CEO and Transition Plan John Ternus, who joined Apple in 2001 and has spent the
Oil Slips on Hopes of US–Iran Talks, But Risks Remain High
Oil prices eased on Tuesday as markets priced in expectations that U.S.–Iran peace talks will move ahead this week, raising hopes that more Middle East supply can start flowing again, despite still‑tense negotiations. Price Moves Brent crude futures slipped 95 cents, or about 1%, to $94.53 a barrel, while U.S.
