T20 World Cup 2026: What Happens If Rain Disrupts India vs England Semi-Final?
The T20 World Cup 2026 has entered its decisive phase, with India preparing to take on England in a high-stakes semi-final clash at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. In the other semi-final, South Africa will face New Zealand in Kolkata. Although the latest weather updates suggest clear skies, supporters remain cautious. Earlier in the tournament, two fixtures […]
Drone vs Missile: Iran’s Attrition Strategy Puts $20,000 Shaheds Against $4 Million Patriots
Just days into the escalating Iran-US conflict, the battlefield has shifted toward a war of endurance. Iran is deploying waves of low-cost Shahed-136 drones and rudimentary cruise missiles to strain US and Gulf air-defense systems — creating a costly imbalance that could determine the war’s trajectory. Since the weekend airstrikes by the United States and […]
Markets Tumble as Oil Shock Jolts Dalal Street Amid Middle East Escalation
Indian equity markets began the week under heavy pressure, with benchmark indices plunging in early trade as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East triggered a global risk-off sentiment. The S&P BSE Sensex dropped nearly 1,000 points in opening trade, while the NSE Nifty50 slipped more than 1%, marking the sharpest intraday decline for both indices […]
Middle East Conflict Escalates as Energy Infrastructure and Sea Routes Come Under Threat
The Israel–Iran conflict entered a more volatile phase after new attacks widened the battlefield beyond direct military targets, placing critical energy infrastructure and global shipping routes at risk. Saudi Arabia confirmed that its Ras Tanura oil refinery — one of the world’s most important crude processing hubs — was targeted by drones. The kingdom’s defence […]
How Sanju Samson’s Promotion Rewired India’s T20 World Cup Strategy
Just over a week ago, India’s batting combination seemed untouchable. Despite visible concerns around their top order, the management resisted change, backing continuity over experimentation. Captain Suryakumar Yadav had dismissed suggestions of bringing Sanju Samson into the XI during the group stage, choosing instead to trust Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma. India were unbeaten at […]
Middle East Tensions Shake Indian Markets: 30+ Listed Firms Face Exposure Risk
Escalating tensions in the Middle East have triggered fresh concerns for Indian investors, with more than 30 listed companies facing direct or indirect exposure to the region. The Strait of Hormuz — a critical maritime chokepoint — handles nearly 20% of global oil trade and over 40% of India’s crude imports. Any disruption could significantly […]
U.S. Public Opinion Split: Only About One-Quarter Back Trump’s Iran Strikes
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran reveals that most Americans do not support the strikes, and a significant share believes President Donald Trump is too willing to use military force abroad. According to the survey, just 27 % of U.S. adults approve of the military action against […]
India vs Afghanistan 2025: Kohli & Rohit Set for ODI Return as BCCI Announces June Series
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced India’s next international assignment — a one-off Test and a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in June 2025. The series will mark India’s return to Test and 50-over cricket after a significant gap. While Shubman Gill is set to lead the side in […]
Inside Iran’s Missile Arsenal: Capabilities, Stockpile Losses and Rebuild Strategy
Rising tensions across the Middle East have once again drawn attention to Iran’s missile programme — widely regarded as one of the largest and most diverse in the region. Following recent military escalations, Israeli officials claimed that roughly half of Iran’s missile stockpile was destroyed during operations in 2025. Despite those reported losses, Tehran appears […]
Why Arab Nations Stay Cautious Amid Iran–Israel Tensions
The latest escalation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has once again highlighted the complex political landscape of the Middle East. While Israel continues to receive firm military, diplomatic, and political backing from Washington, Iran appears relatively isolated in the broader regional framework. Despite shared religious ties, most Arab and Muslim-majority countries have not […]