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Pipeline, new port and container terminal: How Gulf nations building an alternative to Hormuz | World

Pipeline, new port and container terminal: How Gulf nations building an alternative to Hormuz | World

Dubai: Amid ongoing conflict in the West Asia, several countries across the Persian Gulf are accelerating efforts to reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz after repeated attacks on ships in the narrow strait. The move from these Gulf nations comes as the heated rivalry between the US and Iran continues to disrupt one of the worldโ€™s busiest oil routes, raising concerns about the security of global energy supplies. Before the conflict, nearly a fifth of the world's crude oil, along with a significant share of Indiaโ€™s liquefied natural gas, moved through this route every single day. Gulf nations…
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Amid rise in crude oil prices, government hikes windfall tax on diesel, ATF – Here’s what it means | Business

Amid rise in crude oil prices, government hikes windfall tax on diesel, ATF – Here’s what it means | Business

New Delhi: Amid rising crude oil prices due to renewed tensions in the Middle East, the government has increased the windfall gains tax on exports of diesel and ATF, while lowering the levy on petrol for the fortnight beginning July 16. The government reviews the windfall tax every 15 days. The rate of Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on diesel exports has been increased to Rs 15.5 a litre from Rs 8.5 a litre. Similarly, SAED on ATF exports has been raised to Rs 14.5 per litre from Rs 7.5 per litre till July 15. However, the export duty on…
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How Gulf nations made Trump to drop 20% toll on cargo passing through Hormuz within 24 hours? | World

How Gulf nations made Trump to drop 20% toll on cargo passing through Hormuz within 24 hours? | World

Washington: US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 20 per cent toll on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz took his Gulf allies by surprise and the members of his own administration. However, the decision was scrapped entirely within 24 hours, following a push from Gulf leaders to get Trump to reconsider the decision. Trump confirmed the change himself on Tuesday, replacing the toll with trade and investment commitments from Gulf states instead. What did Trump announce on Hormuz? President Trump had announced on Monday that the US would take control of the Strait of Hormuz, saying America would…
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Gold falls to Rs 1.41 lakh per 10 grams, silver drops by Rs 1,600 per kg | Check city-wise rates | Markets

Gold falls to Rs 1.41 lakh per 10 grams, silver drops by Rs 1,600 per kg | Check city-wise rates | Markets

Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures dropped on Wednesday, July 16, 2026, as investors remained cautious amid persistent global uncertainties. The gold August 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a fall of Rs 819 or 0.57 per cent at Rs 1,41,031 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,41,850. It fell further to an intraday low of Rs 1,41,000, down Rs 850 or 0.59 per cent. In between, it touched an intraday high of Rs 1,41,433. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 1,41,225, down Rs 625, or 0.44 per cent. On the…
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Laser Power & Infra shares shine in debut trade, list at over 25% premium over IPO price on BSE | Markets

Laser Power & Infra shares shine in debut trade, list at over 25% premium over IPO price on BSE | Markets

Mumbai: Amid volatility in the benchmark indices, shares of Laser Power & Infra Ltd made a strong debut on the bourses on Thursday, July 16, 2026, listing at a 25 per cent premium over the issue price of Rs 214. The stock opened at Rs 269 on the BSE, up 25.70 per cent from the issue price. However, it later tumbled amid profit-booking, hitting a low of Rs 250 apiece. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 260 with a drop of Rs 9 or 3.35 per cent from the listing price and the market cap of the company stood…
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Nicole Kidman burst blood vessels during โ€˜Practical Magicโ€™ shoot

Nicole Kidman burst blood vessels during โ€˜Practical Magicโ€™ shoot

Nicole Kidman burst multiple blood vessels filming an intense scene for the 1998 fantasy drama โ€œPractical Magicโ€, producer Denise Di Novi revealed in surprising behind-the-scene details, praising the actressโ€™ deep commitment to the emotionally demanding role. ย  Di Novi reflected on the making of the cult classic in an interview as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment announced that โ€œPractical Magicโ€ will be released on 4K UHD for the first time on August 25. ย  Recalling the casting process, Di Novi said Sandra Bullock joined the project early and also served as a producer, while the team was eager to cast Kidman…
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Sensex, Nifty open in green amid rally in IT stocks, HCL Tech gains over 2% | Markets

Sensex, Nifty open in green amid rally in IT stocks, HCL Tech gains over 2% | Markets

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, continued the upward trend for the second straight session amid mixed global cues on July 15, 2026. While the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 202.99 points or 0.26 per cent to start the session at 77,388.42, the Nifty added 63.6 points to open at 24,142.10. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 77,054.94 and the Nifty 50 at 24,078.50. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index was up by 53.02 points, the BSE Smallcap Select Index gained 17.23 points…
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Has Trump given Iran any deadline before bombing its bridges? Here’s what US President said | World

Has Trump given Iran any deadline before bombing its bridges? Here’s what US President said | World

Pennsylvania: Amid escalating tension between US and Iran, President Donaldย Trumpย on Wednesday (local time) said that he does not like setting deadlines when asked whether he had givenย Iranย any ultimatum before ordering the bombing of its bridges, while warning thatย Tehranย "better behave" amid a renewed exchange of fire between the two sides in Westย ย Asiaย following the collapse of the memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict in the region. I don't like giving deadlines: Trump on Iran Responding to a query whenย Trumpย has given Terhan any deadline before he initiates strikes on civilian assets inside the Islamic Republic,ย Trumpย said, "I don't like giving deadlines, but…
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US launches fresh strikes on Iran, targets military capabilities threatening Hormuz transit | World

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, targets military capabilities threatening Hormuz transit | World

HighlightsThe strikes targeted Iranian military capabilities used to threaten vessels in Hormuz. Explosions were reported in the southern cities of Ahvaz and Chabahar. The latest operation was launched after US forces carried out a 90-minute operation against Iran. Washington: The United States has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes against Iran, targeting the military capabilities of the Islamic Republic that US forces said were being used to threaten commercial and naval vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. The latest strikes came shortly after US President Donald Trump warned Tehran to "behave."ย  In a post on X, the US Central…
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Harry Kane believes ‘England played good’, defends Thomas Tuchel’s strategies after defeat to Argentina | Football

Harry Kane believes ‘England played good’, defends Thomas Tuchel’s strategies after defeat to Argentina | Football

Atlanta: England suffered a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. They were leading till the 85th minute, but the next seven minutes stunned the Thomas Tuchel side, who conceded two late goals. The England coach made three defensive substitutions in the second half of the game, which was highly controversial as the Three Lions planned to park the bus, but the move didnโ€™t go well at all.ย  Notably, Anthony Gordon had fired England ahead in the 55th minute and England controlled much of the contest before Tuchel reshaped his side after the second-half hydration…
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