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A team of researchers has discovered a field of tektites in Brazil, providing evidence of a powerful meteorite impact that occurred approximately 6 million years ago. This field contains natural glasses formed by the high-energy impact of extraterrestrial bodies against the Earth’s surface. These structures, named ‘geraisites’ in honour of the Brazilian state of Minas…
The government has also directed producers to supply LPG, propane and butane to state-run refiners. (AI image) Middle East crisis impact: The government has activated emergency provisions to ensure there is no shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in wake of the ongoing US-Israel-Iran war that has hit India’s imports of the energy source. India,…
NEW DELHI: India may face serious disruptions in supply of fertilisers and raw materials in the next kharif season — starting in June — if the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues due to the conflict in West Asia, industry insiders said. They added that there is no immediate crisis because it is a…
Petroleum is the most immediate area of exposure. In 2025, India sourced roughly $70 billion crude oil and petroleum products from West Asia. (AI image) Beyond oil, the Middle East crisis has other implications for the Indian economy, especially if the US-Israel-Iran war continues for a long duration leading to major supply disruptions. In recent…
Beyond aesthetics, the home accommodates daily rituals that ground family life. A favourite corner is the balcony, where Gautam and Natasha begin their mornings with tea, watching the sunrise and sharing quiet moments. These small, intentional spaces reinforce the idea that home isn’t just about décor, it’s about peace, habit and comfort. Gautam Gambhir’s Delhi…
MUMBAI: The government’s decision to hold back cuts in retail petrol and diesel prices despite the earlier fall in global crude has given oil marketing companies (OMCs) room to cushion the impact of fresh spikes. According to a report by Nomura, this buffer means that a 10% rise in crude oil prices is likely to…
German sportswear giant Adidas shares fell sharply on Wednesday after the company issued a weaker-than-expected outlook for 2026, while warning that the business impact of the escalating Middle East conflict remains uncertain, AFP reported.The maker of Gazelle and Samba trainers said it expects operating profit to rise to 2.3 billion euros ($2.7 billion) in 2026…
File photo: Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran JAMSHEDPUR: Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran, on Tuesday, said that the ongoing conflict in West Asia will have some impact on the supply chain and the group companies have worked out alternative measures to mitigate the impact on their businesses.“I presume business will be affected for some days…
With tensions escalating in West Asia, the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday said it is closely tracking the situation but cautioned that it is “too early to assess the economic impact on the region and the global economy,” as disruptions to trade and energy markets intensify.In a statement, the IMF said it has “observed disruptions…
Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: Amid the escalating tensions in the West Asia region, the Indian govt has set up an inter-ministerial group that’s monitoring the situation particulary to assess any hurdles in India’s trade and shipping.“We have set up an inter-ministerial group that meets on a daily basis and is closely monitoring…
