Fenella Woolgar

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are significantly impacting India's economy. Rising crude oil prices have led to a Rs 3 per litre fuel hike, eroded investor wealth by over Rs 5.85 lakh crore, and pushed the rupee to an all-time low. Foreign investors are also withdrawing funds, while the import bill has surged.

The Supreme Court has refused to stay its order for stray dog removal from public institutions, citing the failure of state governments to implement Animal Birth Control Rules. The court emphasized that the right to life includes living free from the threat of dog bites and directed high courts to monitor compliance.

Students across India are not just dealing with deep anxiety, burnout, exhaustion and fear. They are losing faith in the examination system itself

Delhi High Court has issued notices to Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and other AAP leaders in a criminal contempt case. This action stems from alleged defamatory social media posts targeting a judge after she declined to recuse herself from the Delhi excise policy case. The court noted a campaign to portray the judge as biased, distinct from fair criticism.

Suresh Raina urged MS Dhoni to play IPL 2027, dismissing concerns about his fitness after CSK's loss. Fans at Chepauk were emotional, fearing it was Dhoni's last home game. Despite the defeat, Dhoni's presence and lap of appreciation captivated the crowd, leaving his future uncertain but fueling hope for another season.

A BJP leader in Uttar Pradesh announced a Rs 1 crore reward for beheading a Trinamool Congress MP over an old social media post. The remarks, made during a protest against alleged insult to Hindu deities, have sparked a political row. The MP had previously stated her account was hacked when the post was made.

As young and otherwise healthy people turn to GLP-1 drugs to meet weight targets, doctors warn the side-effects can land them in hospital

Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI, with a jury ruling he waited too long to file. Musk claims the court never addressed the core allegations of enriching themselves by moving OpenAI from its nonprofit mission. He plans to appeal the decision, stating it sets a destructive precedent for charitable giving.

The government has firmly refuted widespread rumors about a plan to monetize gold held by temples and religious institutions. Asserting that such claims are "completely false" and "without any basis," officials clarified that no scheme is being prepared to convert temple gold into bonds or designate it as "Strategic Gold Reserves.