India Marks 12 Years of Restoring Shared Cultural Heritage Abroad Under Modi

Sensex Falls 400 Points as Middle East Tensions Push Crude Oil Higher

Indian equity markets opened sharply lower on Monday, with the Sensex declining around 400 points amid renewed conflict in the Middle East. The geopolitical tensions triggered a rise in global crude oil prices, with Brent crude climbing to $76.18 per barrel. US WTI crude also advanced, rising 2.87% to $72.46 per barrel. Higher oil prices tend to weigh on Indian markets, as India is a major crude importer and rising energy costs can fuel inflation and widen the trade deficit.

Key Accused In Rape-Murder Of 11-Year-Old In Bengal Killed In Encounter

Baruipur Rape-Murder Accused Prabhas Mondal Killed in Police Encounter

Prabhas Mondal, the prime accused in the Baruipur rape and murder case, was killed in a police encounter in West Bengal. The incident occurred while officers were conducting a crime scene reconstruction with Mondal present. During the reconstruction, Mondal allegedly attempted to seize a firearm from one of the officers. He then opened fire on the police team, prompting retaliatory gunfire from officers. Mondal was subsequently taken to a hospital, where he was declared dead.

NATO Summit Seals $170B Arms Deals Amid Trump's Greenland Demand and Turkey Move

A NATO summit became the backdrop for major geopolitical tensions as member nations announced arms agreements totalling $170 billion. US President Donald Trump used the occasion to reiterate his demand for American control over Greenland, unsettling European allies. Trump also moved to lift sanctions on Turkey, a decision that further complicated relations within the alliance. The dual announcements regarding Greenland and Turkey raised concerns among both European partners and Israeli allies. The summit highlighted growing friction between the United States and its traditional allies over foreign policy direction.