How a pre-poll storm in Bengal drew in the President and Governor, sparked a TMC-BJP slug fest | Political Pulse News

(As West Bengal gears up for the Assembly polls, every Tuesday, The Indian Express’s Kolkata bureau chief Ravik Bhattacharya decodes the electoral trends, political signals, and campaign moves shaping the contest.) In the melee that is the battle for Bengal, the offices of the Governor and, in a quite unprecedented manner, that of the President…

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Middle East Crisis: From Zara to H&M: Global fashion brands face shipment chaos due to the Middle East crisis as fashion cargo from India and Bangladesh piles up at airports |

Garment shipments for major fashion retailers like Zara are stranded in Bangladesh and India due to Middle East air travel disruptions. Major airlines have canceled flights, halting crucial cargo routes through Gulf hubs. This is causing significant delays and surging freight costs for South Asian apparel exporters. Garment shipments bound for global fashion retailers, including…

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Middle East Crisis: Iran women footballers granted asylum in Australia amid war fears | Football News

Iran players react during their national anthem ahead of a Women’s Asian Cup match. (AP Photo)) Five members of Iran’s women’s football squad have been granted asylum in Australia after conflict erupted in their home country during their stay for the Women’s Asian Cup, Australian authorities confirmed on Tuesday.Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said…

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Gold, Silver Rate Today Live Updates: Gold prices rise as Trump indicates possible end to war; what’s the outlook?

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) linked to gold and silver recorded strong gains of up to 7 per cent on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Tuesday as prices of precious metals opened significantly higher. The rally was aided by weakness in the U.S. dollar after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that the conflict in the Middle…

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