Shipping data compiled by Bloomberg shows that roughly 15 million barrels of Russian oil are currently held on tankers in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. In addition, vessels carrying about 7 million barrels are anchored near Singapore.
Indonesia will begin restricting social media access for children under 16 on March 28, gradually deactivating accounts on platforms like TikTok and Facebook. This policy aims to protect minors from online risks such as cyberbullying, fraud, and addiction. The move aligns with global trends of governments implementing measures to safeguard young users online.
Foxconn chairman Young Liu warns of global price hikes for oil and raw materials if the US-Israel conflict with Iran escalates. Meanwhile, Iranian apps and websites are targeted by hackers, with popular prayer apps sending messages urging military surrender and promising amnesty. These cyberattacks aim to sow discord amidst the ongoing conflict.
The Union Public Service Commission has announced the Civil Services Examination 2025 final results, recommending 958 candidates for the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service and other central services. Anuj Agnihotri from Rawatbhata in Rajasthan secured Rank 1. A medical graduate from AIIMS Jodhpur, he began civil services preparation after completing his internship in 2023.
Stock market today: BSE Sensex closed at 78,918.90, down 1,097 points or 1.37%. Investors reacted to intensifying tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
The Middle East conflict intensifies as it enters its seventh day. United States forces conduct precision strikes on Iranian assets. Israel launches new attacks targeting regime infrastructure. Missile launches from Iran trigger air-raid alerts in Israel. Gulf nations report drone and missile threats. Humanitarian concerns rise with displacement and casualties.
The Union Public Service Commission has announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination 2025 after the written test and personality interviews. A total of 958 candidates have been recommended for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service, Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service and other Central Services. The commission has also maintained a reserve list of 258 candidates. The results remain subject to verification of reservation claims and other eligibility conditions.
Around two-thirds of India’s LPG demand is met through imports, with the Middle East accounting for roughly 85 to 90 per cent of those supplies. Oil refiners have been told to maximise LPG output by ensuring that the propane and butane available with them are fully utilised for cooking gas production, the report said.
Around 90% of India’s crude oil is imported - and around 40-50% of India’s crude oil imports come from the Middle East, particularly after it substantially reduced purchases of Russian crude oil.
