Oil prices rose above $100 per barrel as the Iran war disrupted supplies in West Asia. Brent crude climbed close to $120 before easing slightly. The rise followed attacks on oil facilities and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz. India depends on imports for more than 88% of its crude oil needs. Officials said the immediate priority is ensuring steady fuel supply rather than focusing only on price. The Strait of Hormuz handles about one-fifth of global oil trade. Tanker traffic there has slowed sharply. Government sources said Indian refiners are increasing purchases from regions outside Hormuz. They also said stocks of crude oil, petrol, and diesel are rising as more shipments arrive. (PC: The Indian Express)

Turkey said NATO air defences intercepted a second Iranian ballistic missile that entered its airspace in the past week. The Turkish Defence Ministry said the missile was shot down after it crossed into the country’s airspace. Some fragments fell in empty fields in the southeastern province of Gaziantep. Officials said there were no casualties. “We once again emphasise that all necessary measures will be taken decisively and without hesitation against any threat directed at our country's territory and airspace,” the ministry said. It remains unclear where the missile was heading before being intercepted. Turkey has not invoked NATO’s Article 4 for consultations but warned Iran and other parties to avoid actions that threaten regional stability. (PC: X)

Sanju Samson said he spoke to Sachin Tendulkar during India’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign when he was unsure about his form. Samson said he stayed in touch with Tendulkar before the tournament and even received a call from him a day before the final. The conversations helped Samson find clarity in his game. He later played a key role in India’s title win with strong performances during the tournament. Sachin Tendulkar’s Advice Helped Sanju Samson Find Clarity During India’s T20 World Cup 2026 Campaign. Samson said the guidance was not about major technical changes. It was more about preparation and understanding the game better. Other players have also spoken about Tendulkar’s advice. Shubman Gill earlier said Tendulkar told him to “defend straight and score square.” (PC: HT)

Saudi Arabia has started reducing oil production as storage tanks begin to fill due to disruption near the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict in the Middle East has slowed maritime traffic from the Persian Gulf, affecting exports.   A source familiar with the matter said the kingdom is lowering output to avoid overwhelming storage capacity. Other producers such as the UAE, Kuwait and Iraq have also reduced production.   Saudi Arabia produces about 10 million barrels of oil per day and exports around 7 million barrels. Some shipments are being diverted through the Red Sea port of Yanbu.   However, the pipeline route cannot fully replace exports usually sent through Hormuz. Oil prices have already crossed $100 per barrel. (PC: NDTV)

Glasgow Central Station is expected to remain closed on Tuesday after a major fire broke out in a nearby building. The blaze started in a vape shop on Union Street at about 3:45 pm on Sunday. The fire later spread through nearby Victorian buildings. Part of a dome on one building collapsed during the incident. All train services from the station were cancelled on Monday. Trains are not running to the high-level platforms and are not stopping at the low-level platforms. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said nine appliances and three high-reach vehicles remain at the scene. Officials confirmed no injuries have been reported. Authorities advised people to avoid the area. (PC: BBC)

India has sufficient crude oil and fuel stocks despite global concerns over possible disruption near the Strait of Hormuz, government sources said. Officials said the country has enough petrol, diesel, LPG and natural gas to meet current demand. They added that there is “no immediate risk” to domestic fuel supply. The government is reviewing the energy situation several times a day. To strengthen supply, refiners and oil marketing companies have been asked to prioritise LPG production. Refineries may increase LPG output further if needed. India is also diversifying energy imports. Officials said the country imports energy from 27 nations. India continues to buy Russian crude, averaging about 1.04 million barrels per day. (PC: India Today)

India head coach Gautam Gambhir reacted after MS Dhoni congratulated the team following the T20 World Cup 2026 victory in Ahmedabad. India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final to win their third T20 World Cup title. After the match, Dhoni posted on Instagram praising the team and also had a message for Gambhir. “Coach Sahab smile looks great on you, intensity with smile is a killer combo,” Dhoni wrote. Gambhir later replied in the comments section. “And what a reason to smile. Great seeing you,” he wrote. Dhoni was present at the Narendra Modi Stadium for the final. He also joined Rohit Sharma in presenting the trophy before the match. (PC: India Today)

Rising tensions in the Middle East have erased about ₹31 lakh crore from Indian stock markets since the latest Iran war escalation on February 28. Data from the Bombay Stock Exchange shows the total market value of listed companies fell sharply during this period. On Monday alone, investor wealth worth about ₹12.78 trillion was wiped out. The BSE Sensex dropped 2,299 points to around 76,619. The NSE Nifty 50 fell more than 700 points to about 23,736. The sell-off comes as global crude oil prices surged above $110 per barrel. India imports about 85% of its oil. Analysts warn higher oil prices could raise inflation and pressure the economy. (PC: X)

At least six impact sites were reported in central Israel after Iran launched ballistic missiles carrying cluster munitions, Israeli police said. The strikes hit several locations including Yehud, Holon and Bat Yam. Medical officials said one man was killed at a construction site in Yehud. Another man at the same site was critically injured. A third person was seriously wounded at a different location in central Israel. Emergency teams rushed to the affected areas after the missile attack. Police said they are checking multiple impact locations and securing the sites. The attack comes amid ongoing military tensions between Iran and Israel. (PC: X)

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday voiced strong support for Iran during the ongoing conflict with the United States. He said Russia would continue to stand with Tehran. “I wish to confirm unwavering support for Tehran and solidarity with our Iranian friends,” Putin said. He also congratulated Mojtaba Khamenei after he was appointed Iran’s new supreme leader. Putin said he was confident Mojtaba would carry forward his father’s work “with honour” and unite the Iranian people during difficult times. Putin earlier spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and expressed condolences over the killing of former leader Ali Khamenei and others. The Kremlin also called for an immediate end to hostilities. (PC: HT)