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Oil pares losses on tight supply but cloudy demand caps gains

Cyprus Mail 

Oil prices inched higher on Wednesday underpinned by signs of near-term supply tightness but held near their lowest in two weeks, a day after OPEC downgraded its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2024 and 2025. Brent futures rose 14 cents, or 0.2 per cent, to $72.03 a barrel by 0745 GMT, while US […]

US scrutinises Russia accounts UBS took over from Credit Suisse: Sources

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is investigating UBS over potential sanctions violations related to Russian clients inherited from its acquisition of Credit Suisse. UBS is cooperating with the inquiry and taking steps to mitigate potential penalties, including isolating and closing accounts deemed high-risk.

Varanasi: Ganga Mahotsav kicks off with mesmerizing performances at Assi Ghat

«The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) 

The Ganga Mahotsav commenced with a grand cultural programme at Assi Ghat. The event featured performances by renowned musicians and dancers. Pandit Sajan Mishra enthralled the audience with classical singing. Yasmin Singh showcased the beauty of Kathak. Himanshi Katradda presented the elegance of Kuchipudi. The festival was inaugurated by UP minister Ravindra Jaiswal.

UK Athletics turns down Grand Slam Track involvement over financial concerns - Athletics

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

UKA chief executive says cost would be too high Focus is on bid to host World Championships UK Athletics has rejected the chance to be involved in Michael Johnsons $30m (23.5m) new Grand Slam Track competition because it fears it is too much of a financial risk. Birminghams Alexander Stadium and the London Stadium were rumoured to be among candidates to host one of the four events, which launches in Jamaica in April 2025.

India’s Troubled Truce with China

Project Syndicate 

The recent agreement between India and China ending their years-long military standoff along their shared Himalayan border was motivated, from India's side, largely by economic considerations. But whatever benefits India reaps from increased Chinese investment will probably disappoint – especially given the likely costs.