India seeks US-backed insurance cover for oil tankers as Middle East tensions threaten energy supplies

India is seeking support from the United States to secure marine insurance cover for vessels transporting oil from the Middle East, as the government looks to ensure continuity of energy supplies amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a senior oil ministry official told PTI.The move comes as the widening conflict in West Asia has…

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Will India resume buying Iranian oil? Refiners eye crude return as US grants waiver

As the US temporarily eases sanctions on Iranian oil imports, Indian refiners are eyeing a resumption of crude purchases from Tehran.According to Reuters, several Indian refining companies are awaiting government direction and clarification from Washington on payment terms before finalising shipments. Watch HUGE VICTORY For Iran? U.S. Forced To Lift Oil Sanctions Under Global Pressure;…

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From Ishan Kishan to Yuvraj Samra: The heroes of the T20 World Cup group stage | Cricket News

The group stage of the T20 World Cup wasn’t just about teams progressing — it was about individuals rising to the occasion. From fearless centuries and match-turning spells to giant-killing efforts that stunned heavyweights, several players produced performances that demanded attention. Here are TOI’s picks India fire on all cylinders in the nets ahead of…

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Gujarat Giants 168/7 in 20.0 Overs | DC vs GG, WPL Eliminator Live Score: Delhi Capitals Women win toss, opt to bowl against Gujarat Giants

DC vs GG, WPL Eliminator Live Score: The WPL Eliminator between Gujarat Giants and Delhi Capitals promises high drama, contrasting narratives and a battle of momentum versus experience. While Delhi Capitals have been here before, falling short in three previous finals, they surprisingly enter this knockout as underdogs against a confident Gujarat side that has…

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IPL 2026: Ravi Shastri almost blunders at toss; forgets Ruturaj Gaikwad’s name in MI vs CSK match – Watch | Cricket News

Ravi Shastri (l), Hardik Pandya, and Ruturaj Gaikwad A brief pause at the toss caught attention as commentator Ravi Shastri appeared to forget the name of Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad during the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians on Thursday.While conducting the toss, Shastri introduced Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya but stopped briefly…

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US-Israel strikes on Iran: Crude oil prices in focus; OPEC+ may weigh bigger output hike

OPEC+ could consider raising oil output more than previously planned when key producers meet on Sunday, as Gulf exporters move to cushion markets from potential supply disruptions after US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Reuters reported, citing two sources close to the talks.Eight members of the oil alliance — Saudi Arabia, Russia, the UAE, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Iraq,…

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‘Dodgy burger’: Mitchell Santner misses Canada game as New Zealand chase Super 8 spot | Cricket News

New Zealand’s captain Mitchel Santner (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand were dealt an unexpected blow ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup clash against Canada after skipper Mitchell Santner was ruled out due to illness caused by what stand-in captain Daryl Mitchell described as a “dodgy burger.” With a Super 8 berth within touching…

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