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3 Indians confirmed killed in US strike on tanker off Oman; 3rd vessel attacked

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said two of the three vessels that came under attack were subject to sanctions administered by the US treasury's office of foreign assets control, while the Settebello had been classified as non-compliant. OFAC acts against vessels involved in violating US sanctions on the sale of Iranian and Russian oil.

US stocks: Dow soars 900 pts, Nasdaq over 2% as Trump says Iran deal likely soon

Wall Street's major indexes ended sharply higher on Thursday, with stocks extending gains after U.S. President Donald Trump said he canceled planned strikes against Iran, and on the eve of the market debut of Elon Musk's SpaceX. Hours before the expected strikes, ‌Trump said ⁠on Truth Social ⁠that negotiations with Tehran had advanced to the highest levels of Iran's leadership and had been okayed by a broad coalition of regional powers. Oil prices dropped sharply, while stocks added to their rebound from the prior session's selloff. On Wednesday, major Wall Street indexes fell more than 1% and the S&P 500 Technology Index confirmed a correction. "Our technical indicators are looking relatively oversold here," said Robert Phipps, a director at Per Stirling Capital Management in Austin, Texas. "Just as ⁠we had ‌gone up too far, too fast, we came down too far, too fast."Also Read | US stocks: SpaceX to make historic listing on Nasdaq on Friday that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 gained 126.86 points, or 1.75%, to ⁠end at 7,393.85 points, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 637.78 points, or 2.53%, to 25,801.47. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 928.72 points, or 1.84%, to 50,847.50. On Thursday, SpaceX priced the biggest-ever U.S. initial public offering at $135 per share, making Musk's rocket and spacecraft manufacturer one of the world's most valuable companies. The IPO raised a record $75 billion on the sale of 555.56 million shares. It valued the company at $1.77 trillion, a record for an initial offering. SpaceX shares are expected to begin trading on ‌Friday. The S&P 500 has pulled back since hitting a record closing high in early June. The Middle East conflict has stoked inflationary pressures. Still, Oracle shares plunged after the company projected capital spending plans ⁠for fiscal 2027 above Wall Street estimates. Feeding inflation worries, data showed U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in May, leading to the largest annual gain in over three years. Separately, the number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits increased marginally last week. The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady at its policy meeting next week, with investors pricing in at least one 25 basis point rate hike by the end of the year.

Nipah virus resurfaces in Kerala with 43-year-old bizman testing positive; 72 people in contact list

Nipah virus reemerges in Kerala as a 43-year-old man tests positive. Health officials alert contacts, with 72 people identified for monitoring.

Rahul Then, Abhishek Now: Mamata Banerjee Faces Sonia Gandhi’s Old Dilemma

Choosing between the survival of her party and the future of her nephew will be an agonising crucible for Mamata Banerjee

Drug Shortages, Financial Crisis: Palestine Warns Of Health System Collapse

180 of the 520 essential medicines required by public health facilities have completely run out of stock

Syringe recall at AIIMS was a precautionary, patient-safety measure: Health Ministry

In a letter written to Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda, Rajya Sabha MP Haris Beeran had said that in the past month two separate recall notices were issued for disposable 10 ml syringes with needles supplied by different manufacturers, citing quality-related complaints

Surface coal gasification makes a strong case for business: Kishan Reddy to investors

Indian Navy safely recovers unexploded missile warhead from oil tanker bound for Kochi

The ordnance recovered from MT Olympic Life has since been transported to a secure facility for safe storage and detailed examination, the Navy said

AI-171 Disaster: Unanswered Questions, Cover-Up Claims And Families’ Fight For Answers |thehardfacts

As the one-year mark of the Air India 171 disaster approaches, questions around accountability and investigation integrity intensify. Families of victims, pilots and aviation experts challenge the preliminary report, alleging rushed narratives, unanswered evidence and possible cover-up attempts.Crucial questions remain over what evidence has been examined, what has been left unaddressed, and whether the investigation is giving families the transparency and closure they deserve. The disaster continues to raise concerns about aviation safety, institutional accountability and the handling of sensitive probe findings. n18oc_indian18oc_politicsn18oc_the-hard-facts News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

One year since AI-171 crash, pilots body questions delay in releasing final probe report

The Federation of Indian Pilots urges authorities not to publish an incomplete interim report, warning that it could add to speculation on the cause of the June 2025 crash. Officials say engine manufacturer General Electric is still analysing data from AI-171 engines, contributing to the delay.

Cong Is Offering NCP(SP) Merger Amid Opposition Churn, Supriya Sule Non-Committal: Sources | News18

Sources are saying Congress is offering the NCP(SP) a merger with the party amid massive political churn in the opposition space.The development is coming as the TMC is facing internal collapse, with Mamata Banerjee appearing increasingly sidelined by the ongoing rebellion. At the same time, Congress is trying to prevent further fragmentation among opposition forces by reaching out to the Sharad Pawar-led NCP(SP).Supriya Sule is remaining non-committal, according to sources, as the proposal is triggering intense speculation over opposition realignment, INDIA bloc strategy and Rahul Gandhi’s role in navigating competing pressures within Congress and among allies.The key questions: Is Congress trying to consolidate the opposition? Will NCP(SP) accept a merger? And is the INDIA bloc entering a phase of forced realignment? n18oc_indian18oc_politicsn18oc_breaking-newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

EXCLUSIVE | Kalyan Banerjee Says Abhishek Has Become Arrogant, Backs Mamata Amid TMC Crisis

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee is backing Mamata Banerjee while launching a sharp attack on Abhishek Banerjee amid the deepening Trinamool Congress crisis.Kalyan Banerjee is saying, “I am with Mamata Banerjee, but Didi has to make the decision.” He is also accusing Abhishek Banerjee of becoming “very arrogant” and saying that he has “not learned his lesson.”Kalyan Banerjee is further saying that he has not heard anything about Mamata Banerjee merging with Congress, while adding that the time has come for the party to assess its direction.The remarks are exposing widening fault lines inside the TMC, with questions growing over leadership, succession, internal accountability and the future of the party. n18oc_indian18oc_politicsn18oc_the-hard-factsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Indian firms raise $3.76 bn via ECBs in April

Mumbai: Indian companies raised a cumulative $3.76 billion from external commercial borrowings in April 2026 up from $2.91 billion raised in the same month a year ago, RBI data shows. Renew Surya Roshni Pvt Ltd ($500 million), Reliance Industries Ltd ($480 million), Serentica Renewables India 14 Pvt Ltd ($397 million), Nuclear Power Corp Ltd ($200 million), Indian Oil Corp Ltd ($200 million), Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd ($176 million) and Air India Ltd ($133 million) were among the prominent borrowers, the data showed.The ECBs were raised for diverse purposes like manufacturing, on lending, working capital requirements, refinancing and import of capital goods. Some foreign equity holders also infused money to their local arms through this route.Indian companies’ overseas borrowings through the ECBs and foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCBs) route had fallen 30% to $42.87 billion in the fiscal year ended March 2026 from $60.93 billion in the previous year reflecting higher borrowing costs last fiscal the rupee weakness, higher global rates and more increasing hedging costs.

People Cannot Think About BJP Without Modi, PM Brought Stability: Anand Ranganathan | News18

Author Anand Ranganathan is saying that people cannot think about the BJP without Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding that PM Modi has brought stability over the last 12 years.His remarks are coming as PM Modi’s influence is remaining central to the BJP’s electoral success even after nearly 4,400 days in power. Analysts are linking a significant share of the BJP’s vote base to the Modi factor, with his leadership continuing to attract neutral voters and strengthen the party’s national appeal.The discussion is focusing on PM Modi’s long tenure, the BJP’s pan-India growth, political stability, governance record and whether the party’s future electoral strength is still being driven primarily by Modi’s personal appeal. n18oc_indian18oc_politicsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Modi Factor Is Still Powering BJP After 4,400 Days: Vote Share, Neutral Voters & Youth Challenge

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s influence is remaining central to the BJP’s electoral success even after nearly 4,400 days in power. His leadership is being linked to a significant share of the BJP’s vote base, with analysts pointing to the Modi factor as a key reason behind the party’s continued strength.While some perceptions are showing signs of slight decline, PM Modi’s ability to attract neutral voters is continuing to give the BJP an electoral edge. As new elections are approaching, the party’s challenge is now focusing on maintaining relevance among younger voters, sustaining enthusiasm and converting personal popularity into votes across regions.The discussion is examining how Modi’s leadership, governance record, welfare politics, national image and political communication are shaping the BJP’s future strategy. n18oc_indian18oc_politicsn18oc_the-right-stand News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

From factions to caste equations: Challenges before Karnataka Chief Minister’s next Cabinet expansion

More than a dozen MLAs are camping in Delhi lobbying for ministerial berths

Veteran actor Dinyar Tirandaz passes away in Mumbai

Veteran actor Dinyar Tirandaz, known for his memorable roles in television shows and Bollywood films, has reportedly passed away in Mumbai. The news of his demise surfaced on social media on Thursday, leaving fans and members of the entertainment industry saddened.

Congress MLC Naseer Ahmed faces disqualification from being a legislator as NCLT declares him ‘bankrupt’

Pentagon faces hazardous materials incident

Student suicides: National Task Force says there is no ‘foolproof’ way to prevent them, but calls for overhaul of campus support systems

Seeks standardised mental health services, timely scholarships, faculty recruitment and better data collection