Indian Navy Escorts Merchant Ships Through Gulf Amid Rising Tensions Near Strait of Hormuz
Amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region, the Indian Navy has stepped up efforts to secure vital maritime routes by escorting Indian-flagged merchant vessels through high-risk waters near the Strait of Hormuz. The move comes as concerns grow over the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world’s most strategically important energy corridors. According […]
Deadly Airstrike in Kabul Sparks Dispute as Afghanistan Claims 400 Killed, Pakistan Denies Targeting Hospital
A devastating airstrike in Kabul has triggered a sharp diplomatic confrontation between Afghanistan and Pakistan, after Afghan officials claimed that a medical facility treating drug users was struck, leaving at least 400 people dead and over 250 injured. According to Afghan authorities, the strike occurred late Monday night and caused widespread destruction to a rehabilitation […]
Trump Signals Possible Delay of China Visit Amid Push for Global Coalition to Secure Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested he may postpone a planned diplomatic visit to China later this month as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. The potential delay reflects Washington’s growing efforts to persuade Beijing to help stabilize one of the world’s most critical energy shipping […]
India Secures Safe Passage for LPG Tankers Through Strait of Hormuz After Diplomatic Talks With Iran
India’s diplomatic engagement with Iran has delivered an early breakthrough after two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers successfully crossed the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz, even as regional tensions continue to disrupt global shipping routes. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed that sustained dialogue with Tehran has produced results, allowing the tankers to transit […]
Two India-Flagged LPG Tankers Safely Cross Strait of Hormuz After Diplomatic Outreach by New Delhi
Two India-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers have successfully crossed the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz and are now en route to India, marking an important breakthrough amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The vessels, operated by the Shipping Corporation of India, completed the passage following intensive diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Tehran […]
US Strike on Iran’s Kharg Island Raises Global Oil Supply Fears
A recent United States military strike on Kharg Island, one of Iran’s most strategically important oil export terminals, has intensified tensions in the Middle East and raised fresh concerns about global energy security. The attack, which reportedly occurred amid the ongoing regional conflict, targeted a location often described as the backbone of Iran’s oil export […]
Supreme Court Raises Concerns Over Mandatory Menstrual Leave Law, Warns It Could Impact Women’s Employment
The Supreme Court of India on Friday declined to issue directions mandating menstrual leave for women across workplaces and educational institutions, expressing concerns that such a law could unintentionally harm women’s employment prospects. During the hearing, the bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant suggested that compulsory menstrual leave policies might discourage employers from hiring […]
US Launches Section 301 Trade Probes Into India, China and EU Over Manufacturing Practices
The United States has initiated a series of sweeping trade investigations targeting India, China, the European Union and several other major economies, raising the possibility of new tariffs on imports into the American market. The probes, launched by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), focus on what Washington describes as “excess manufacturing […]
India Secures 30 Million Barrels of Russian Oil as Strait of Hormuz Disruption Threatens Energy Supply
India has secured nearly 30 million barrels of Russian crude oil after receiving temporary approval from the United States, as escalating tensions in the Middle East disrupt one of the world’s most crucial energy supply routes. The move highlights the growing pressure on India’s energy security as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and […]
‘No Compromise’: How UAE Is Tracking and Destroying Iran’s Shahed Drones Amid Escalating Gulf Tensions
The United Arab Emirates has released footage showing its air force intercepting and destroying multiple Iranian drones that attempted to approach the Gulf nation, highlighting the growing role of advanced air defence systems in the escalating conflict across the Middle East. The video, shared by the UAE Ministry of Defence on social media platform X, […]