The FBI is investigating malware embedded in games on Steam, with a focus on potential victims between May 2024 and January 2026. Several games, including BlockBlasters and Chemia, have been identified as containing the malicious software. The agency is urging anyone who may have installed these games or has relevant information to come forward.
Global oil markets are on edge as the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, faces closure due to ongoing conflict. Analysts warn of soaring fuel prices, potentially reaching $150 a barrel, impacting transportation costs and leading to higher prices for consumers. This instability could also pressure the US economy, increasing inflation and recession risks.
Around 100 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned and killed in Kishtapur village, Mancherial district, on the alleged orders of the village sarpanch and gram panchayat secretary. A complaint filed on March 10 led to an FIR after intervention from the DGP. Animal activists are demanding exhumation and post-mortems for justice.
Air India and IndiGo are experiencing significant flight disruptions to the UAE, particularly Dubai, due to operational restrictions stemming from the West Asia crisis. Both airlines have cancelled multiple flights and are offering rebooking or refunds to affected passengers. These changes coincide with rising aviation fuel prices, leading airlines to implement fuel surcharges
The ongoing war between the United States, Israel, and Iran highlights the growing role of inexpensive drones. First-person-view (FPV) drones, originally for recreation, are now battlefield weapons. These agile drones offer precise strikes at a low cost, challenging expensive air defense systems. Their widespread use signals a shift in modern warfare tactics.
Amidst Middle East crisis concerns, India assures stable fertiliser supply for the upcoming Kharif season. Government data reveals urea stocks are higher than last year, with DAP and NPK reserves also significantly boosted. Domestic production is expected to exceed consumption, and global tenders have been issued to ensure uninterrupted shipments.
The NHL handed Radko Gudas a five-game suspension after a kneeing play left Auston Matthews with a season-ending MCL tear. The incident also revived anger tied to Sidney Crosby’s earlier knee injury, which forced him to miss Canada’s Olympic gold medal game. Both the Pittsburgh Penguins and Toronto Maple Leafs now face major lineup gaps, and many fans believe the punishment does little to reflect the long-term damage caused by the collisions.
A software engineer and her mother died in Bapatla district after an alleged suicide attempt following a cancelled marriage proposal. The groom reportedly cited secretly recorded videos of the bride in Hyderabad as his reason for calling off the wedding. The heartbroken duo reportedly consumed poison in Dronadula village, leading to their tragic deaths despite medical intervention.
An HPCL engineer allegedly murdered his twin sister in Moradabad, inflicting over 50 stab wounds in a brutal attack. The motive appears linked to a failed online relationship. The accused also attacked their mother, who survived the incident.
A 24-year-old man, HIV-positive since birth, was arrested for attempting to murder a relative by injecting her with his infected blood. He allegedly acted after she refused to marry him upon discovering his condition. The incident occurred at her flat, and she fell ill the next day. Police are awaiting medical results.
Delhi experienced a welcome rainfall on Sunday morning, offering a break from the recent heat. Temperatures are expected to hover around 27-29°C, with a further chance of light rain and thunderstorms on March 18. While a temporary dip in maximum temperatures is anticipated, a gradual rise is forecast for the coming days, with night temperatures likely to remain mild.
