US-Israeli war rattles oil markets – but Russian barrels and global deals offer India a safety net
India is the world’s third-largest oil consumer after the US and China and consumes about 5.6 million barrels per day. “Any disruption at the Strait of Hormuz would have immediate and significant implications for both India and global oil markets,” says Sumit Ritolia, Lead Research Analyst, Kpler, the data analytics company. Crude oil prices have already been climbing throughout February as fears of a widening Iran-Israel-US conflict mounted. Since the Russia-Ukraine war started, European buyers, who had traditionally taken Russian crude, have competed more aggressively for Gulf supplies, tightening global markets and reshaping trade flows. The bigger long-term risk would be economic strain from persistently high oil prices rather than running out of crude altogether.
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 13:30 UTC
When art wilts under the sun
During the Tamil months of Chithirai and Vaikasi (April to June), temple festivals gather momentum across Tamil Nadu. The Kaniyan Koothu is an ancient folk performance tradition practised by members of the Kaniyan, a Scheduled Tribe community, in Tirunelveli district. Ganesha Moorthy, 45, from Vadakkankulam, describes his art form as an oral tradition passed down through generations. Anitha Pottamkulam, Director-Culture, Dakshina Chitra, says that while factors such as migration have always affected the continuity of traditional art, climate change has worsened the situation. (This story is part of the Asian College of Journalism’s Climate Change Media Hub Mentorship Programme.)
Source:The Hindu
March 01, 2026 13:26 UTC
Top news of the day | March 1, 2026
At least 17 killed in Nagpur explosives factory blastAt least 17 people were killed, and 18 were injured in an explosion in the ammunition manufacturing company in Raulgaon village in Maharashtra’s Nagpur district on Sunday (March 1, 2026). 18 people injured in this incident are shifted to Nagpur,” said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, paying heartfelt tributes to the deceased. Operation against Afghan Taliban ‘still continuing’; PM Sharif postpones Russia tripA Pakistani Minister on Sunday (March 1, 2026) announced that the operation against the Afghan Taliban was continuing, refuting social media reports about the conclusion of the blitz. Gross domestic revenue rose 5.3% to about ₹1.36 lakh crore, while gross import revenue climbed 17.2% to ₹47,837 crore. Khamenei was killed in the strikes on the capital Tehran, Iranian state media confirmed on Sunday (March 1, 2026), after the U.S. and Israel vowed to seek regime change in the Islamic Government.
Source:The Hindu
March 01, 2026 13:20 UTC
Kangana Ranaut: ईरान पर अमेरिकी-इजरायल अटैक के बीच कंगना रनौत ने की पीएम मोदी की तारीफ, क्या कहा?
लेखक के बारे में सुजीत उपाध्याय सुजीत उपाध्याय, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में प्रिंसिपल डिजिटल कंटेंट प्रोड्यूसर हैं। पत्रकारिता के क्षेत्र में उनके पास करीब 15 सालों का अनुभव है। उन्होंने अपने पत्रकारिता करियर में हिन्दुस्तान और दैनिक जागरण में बतौर रिपोर्टर काम किया। जी मीडिया से डिजिटल में शुरुआत की। इंडिया डॉट कॉम हिंदी में काम करने के बाद नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन से जुड़े। वह महाराष्ट्र, गुजरात, पश्चिम बंगाल, जम्मू-कश्मीर,पंजाब-हरियाणा, हिमाचल समेत नॉर्थ-ईस्ट और दक्षिणी राज्यों से जुड़े विषयों को कवर कर रहे हैं। इन राज्यों की राजनीति और क्राइम के अलावा करेंट अफेयर में इनकी पकड़ है।... और पढ़ें
Source:Navbharat Times
March 01, 2026 13:18 UTC
‘Target fixed before SIR began’: Abhishek Banerjee attacks EC over voter deletions in Bengal
ADVERTISEMENTHe claimed the combined number of deletions and voters placed “under adjudication” now closely matches that figure. “The target of deleting over one crore voters in West Bengal was decided even before SIR commenced. “Even before the commencement of SIR, these leaders had said that 1 crore to 1.25 crore voters will be deleted. According to official data released on Saturday, 63.66 lakh names, about 8.3 per cent of the electorate, have been deleted since the Special Intensive Revision began in November last year. After claims and objections were heard, another 5.46 lakh deletions were recorded through Form-7 applications, taking the total number of SIR-linked deletions to around 63.66 lakh.
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 13:11 UTC
इजरायल आने पर पछता रहे हैं...भारत में अच्छी थी लाइफ, भारतीय यहूदियों को है ये मलाल?
लेखक के बारे में दिनेश मिश्र दिनेश मिश्र, नवभारत टाइम्स ऑनलाइन में असिस्टेंट एडिटर हैं। अभी वह एक्सप्लेंड स्टोरीज, डीप रिसर्च, डेटा ड्रिवेन स्टोरीज करते हैं। इसके अलावा, ट्यूजडे ट्रीविया और वेडनेसडे बिग टिकट जैसी रेगुलर स्पेशल स्टोरीज भी करते हैं, जिनमें इन्फोग्राफिक्स, एक्सपर्ट बाइट और जर्नल्स का इस्तेमाल होता है। साथ ही यूएस न्यूज और गूगल ट्रेंड स्टोरीज भी करते हैं। NBT से पहले उन्होंने दैनिक भास्कर डिजिटल, पत्रिका, अमर उजाला और दैनिक जागरण के साथ 2010 से काम किया है। 2019 के लोकसभा चुनाव की रिपोर्टिंग और अर्धकुंभ भी कवर किया है।... और पढ़ें
Source:Navbharat Times
March 01, 2026 13:08 UTC
Iran-Israel war update: Indian airlines cancel 350 international flights on March 1, Civil Aviation Ministry issues advisory
A group of passengers from Nepal is stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport terminal 2 as their flight to the middle east is cancelled due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. (Express photo by Sankhadeep Banerjee)Iran-Israel war flights cancelled: The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has said that 350 flights operated by Indian domestic airlines have been cancelled today (March 1) amid the airspace restrictions in the Middle East following the war between Iran and Israel. On February 28, 410 flights of domestic carriers were cancelled due to the prevailing situation in the Middle East. “In view of airspace restrictions arising from geopolitical developments in the Middle East, a total of 350 flights operated by Indian domestic carriers have been cancelled on 01.03.2026,” the MoCA said in a statement. Civil Aviation Ministry issues advisoryThe MoCA also advised the passengers to check their flight status with the concerned airlines and remain in close coordination with them for any required assistance.
Source:Indian Express
March 01, 2026 13:07 UTC
CBSE postpones Class 10, 12 board exams in Middle East amid Iran-Israel conflict
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday postponed the Class 10 and 12 board examinations scheduled for March 2 in parts of the Middle East following the Iran-Israel conflict. The postponement applies to Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. ADVERTISEMENT“Due to current situation in parts of Middle East---Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE, the board has decided to postpone class 10, 12 exams on March 2,” said CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj. “The board will review the situation on March 3 and take appropriate decisions with regard to examination scheduled from March 5 onwards,” Bhardwaj added. CBSE officials said the decision was taken keeping in view the situation in the region.
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 13:06 UTC
Pakistan PM cancels trip to Russia over regional clashes
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif cancelled on Sunday (March 1, 2026) a trip to Russia in the coming days, citing the "regional and internal situation". Mr. Sharif was due to travel to Russia from March 3 to 5, it had been reported in Russian media. And protesters took to the streets across Pakistan on Sunday (March 1) after the death of neighbouring Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in U.S.-Israel air strikes. "In view of the current regional and internal situation, the Prime Minister has decided to postpone his visit to Russia after consultations," Mr. Sharif's office said in a statement. A new date will be decided after "mutual consultations", the statement added.
Source:The Hindu
March 01, 2026 13:03 UTC
US and Israel have taken a dangerous gamble in Iran. It may backfire
The Iranian regime has vowed to “avenge the martyrdom” of the Supreme Leader and has continued with successive waves of aerial attacks into Sunday, while US–Israeli forces remain engaged in ongoing military operations. Did the US and Israel cross a red line by targeting the Supreme Leader without being prepared for the fallout? Both the US and Israel have framed the offensive in terms that suggest regime change as an objective. Iran has initiated the constitutional process under which the Assembly of Experts will appoint a new Supreme Leader. AdvertisementThe Iranian regime had been speaking of a succession plan since the 12-day war, and it appears that these preparations have now been put into effect.
Source:Indian Express
March 01, 2026 12:35 UTC
Ayatollah Khamenei is dead: Who could lead Iran next?
US President Donald Trump and Iranian state media on Sunday confirmed the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled his nation with an iron fist for nearly 37 years. “Khamenei, one of the most evil people in history, is dead,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Ayatollah Khamenei, 86, who led Iran since 1989, had prepared for such a moment. ‘There are some good candidates’, says TrumpTrump on Saturday said there are “some good candidates” to lead Iran after he announced the killing of the country’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He has also been named by the supreme leader among potential successors.
Source:Indian Express
March 01, 2026 12:31 UTC
Alyssa Healy signs off from ODI cricket with 158 in Australia’s 3-0 series sweep over India
Alyssa Healy signs off from ODI cricket with 158 in Australia’s 3-0 series sweep over India Asked to bat, Australia piled up 409 for seven, their highest score against IndiaOur Web Desk & PTIAlyssa Healy brought down the curtain on her ODI career with a commanding 158 as Australia women's cricket team completed a 3-0 sweep of India women's cricket team, winning the third and final match by 185 runs on Sunday. Healy set the tone early and stayed till the 33rd over, controlling the innings and punishing anything short or wide. Also Read Australia's Alyssa Healy announces retirement after India seriesVoll scored 62 off 52 balls before Healy stitched another big stand, this time a 145-run partnership with Mooney, which took the game firmly away from India. Healy will play her last international match in the pink-ball Test against India in Perth from March 6. They had earlier won the T20I series 2-1, but Australia now lead the multi-format series 8-4 on points.
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 12:08 UTC
In pictures: ‘Rolls Royce Holi’ of Kolkata rumbles from Howrah to Burrabazar
The Bagla family’s Holi celebration, popularly known as the ‘Rolls Royce Holi’ of Kolkata, took place on Sunday. The procession started at Satyanaran temple in Howrah, rolled through Howrah Bridge, and ended at Sonapatti, Burrabazar
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 12:04 UTC
Iran strikes disrupt basmati trade, Haryana exporters brace for losses - Telegraph India
Rice exporters in Haryana are facing delays in payments and disruptions in shipments to Iran and Afghanistan after US and Israeli military strikes on Iran triggered uncertainty across trade routes. Haryana plays a central role in India’s basmati rice trade. Iran is India’s second-largest basmati rice market after Saudi Arabia. India exported around 1 million tonnes of basmati rice to Iran in the 2024–25 financial year, which ended in March. Overall, India exported about 6 million tonnes of basmati rice during 2024–25, with demand largely coming from the Middle East and West Asia.
Source:The Telegraph
March 01, 2026 12:02 UTC