News Update : ED vs I-PAC battle reaches HC: Agency flags 'obstruction' by Mamata; TMC to hold protest - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ed-i-pac-face-off-at-cal-hc-central-agency-flags-obstruction-by-mamata-committee-questions-raid-legitimacy/articleshow/126416484.cms Date: 2026-01-08T13:51:39.000Z

News Update : US seizes Russia-flagged ship: Oil tanker linked to Venezuela; Moscow warship nearby - TOI WORLD DESK

The US Coast Guard and military attempted to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a lengthy pursuit, with Russian naval vessels nearby. This operation, targeting a vessel that evaded previous US boarding efforts, marks a significant escalation in enforcing sanctions against Venezuela, occurring shortly after a US raid in Caracas. The US Coast Guard and military attempted to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a lengthy pursuit, with Russian naval vessels nearby. This operation, targeting a vessel that evaded previous US boarding efforts, marks a significant escalation in enforcing sanctions against Venezuela, occurring shortly after a US raid in Caracas. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-tries-to-seize-russian-flagged-vessel-oil-tanker-linked-to-venezuela-moscow-submarine-warships-nearby/articleshow/126396121.cms Date: 2026-01-07T13:47:46.000Z

News Update : 'Will Trump kidnap PM?' Chavan's bizarre remark amid Venezuela crisis; BJP hits back - TOI NEWS DESK

Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan linked US trade tensions and tariffs on India to the alleged CIA-led operation in Venezuela, questioning if President Trump would kidnap India's Prime Minister. He criticised the government's silence on Venezuela and its perceived fear of the US, highlighting India's need to find alternative export markets due to the 50% US tariff. Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan linked US trade tensions and tariffs on India to the alleged CIA-led operation in Venezuela, questioning if President Trump would kidnap India's Prime Minister. He criticised the government's silence on Venezuela and its perceived fear of the US, highlighting India's need to find alternative export markets due to the 50% US tariff. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/will-trump-kidnap-our-pm-prithviraj-chavans-bizarre-remark-amid-venezuela-crisis-watch/articleshow/126371544.cms Date: 2026-01-06T10:29:18.000Z

News Update : 'Delay in trial not trump card': No relief for Umar, Sharjeel in riots case — why SC denied bail - TOI NEWS DESK

The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a prima facie case under UAPA. The court found they played a "formative role" in the conspiracy. However, five other accused were granted bail with strict conditions. Khalid and Imam can seek bail again after one year. The Supreme Court denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, citing a prima facie case under UAPA. The court found they played a "formative role" in the conspiracy. However, five other accused were granted bail with strict conditions. Khalid and Imam can seek bail again after one year. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/delay-in-trial-not-trump-card-no-relief-for-umar-khalid-and-sharjeel-imam-in-delhi-riots-case-why-sc-rejected-bail-pleas/articleshow/126348915.cms Date: 2026-01-05T08:51:14.000Z

News Update : US grip on Venezuelan oil could help India recover $1bn dues, revive stalled output - TOI BUSINESS DESK

A US-led takeover of Venezuela's oil sector could significantly benefit India, potentially recovering nearly $1 billion in long-pending payments and reviving crude production from fields operated by Indian firms. With US sanctions eased, ONGC Videsh Ltd could restart operations at the San Cristobal oilfield, boosting output and allowing for the recovery of dues. A US-led takeover of Venezuela's oil sector could significantly benefit India, potentially recovering nearly $1 billion in long-pending payments and reviving crude production from fields operated by Indian firms. With US sanctions eased, ONGC Videsh Ltd could restart operations at the San Cristobal oilfield, boosting output and allowing for the recovery of dues. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/venezuela-crisis-us-grip-on-oil-could-help-india-recover-1-billion-dues-stalled-output-may-be-revived/articleshow/126333343.cms Date: 2026-01-04T09:43:53.000Z