Two Indian LPG carriers cross Strait of Hormuz safely amid regional tensions
Two Indian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers have safely crossed the strategic Strait of Hormuz and are now heading toward Indian ports, according to officials from India’s shipping ministry. Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary at the Ministry of Shipping and Waterways, confirmed during
Iran says US urging India and others to buy Russian oil as prices surge
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of hypocrisy, claiming that Washington is now urging countries, including India, to purchase Russian oil despite earlier pressuring them to cut imports from Moscow. Araghchi’s remarks came after the administration of Donald Trump
“Going To Hit Them Very Hard Next Week”: Trump hints at major US offensive against Iran
Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying the United States is preparing to carry out intense military strikes in the coming days as the conflict in the Middle East enters its third week. Speaking to Fox News Radio, Trump said
US KC-135 crash in Iraq kills six crew members, investigation underway
All six crew members aboard a US KC-135 refueling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq have been confirmed dead, the US military said on Friday. According to the US Central Command (CentCOM), the aircraft went down on March 12 while flying over friendly
UAE allows expats with expired residency to return by March 31; Oman Air cancels flights amid airspace disruptions
The United Arab Emirates has announced that expatriates whose residency permits have expired will be allowed to return to the country until March 31, according to local media reports, as regional tensions continue to disrupt travel across West Asia. Authorities said the temporary
Saudi Arabia intercepts drones targeting Shaybah oil field amid widening Iran-Gulf attacks
Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said it intercepted multiple drones heading toward the strategic Shaybah oil field on Thursday as Iran expanded military actions across key energy and maritime locations in the Gulf. According to Saudi officials, an unmanned aerial vehicle approaching the Shaybah
Russia urges US and Israel to end Iran war, calls for negotiations
Russia on Thursday called on the United States and Israel to halt their military actions against Iran and return to diplomatic negotiations, warning that continued escalation could worsen the humanitarian situation and destabilize the Middle East. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova made
Trump claims economic surge during Ohio rally, highlights tax cuts and investments
US President Donald Trump told supporters at a rally in Ohio that the United States is experiencing a strong economic surge driven by tax cuts, corporate investments, and expanded domestic energy production. Speaking on Wednesday at a logistics company facility in Cincinnati, Ohio,
India rejects claims of delay in signing condolence book for Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei
India on Thursday dismissed claims that it delayed signing the condolence book for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi, calling such assertions “ill-informed”. Addressing the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir
Anti-India hate surges online in US amid immigration debate, NCRI report finds
Anti-Indian rhetoric has surged across social media platforms in the United States amid heated debates over immigration policies, according to a recent study by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI). The research traced more than 24,000 posts on X in 2025 containing anti-Indian
Mojtaba Khamenei injured in Tehran strike that killed father Ali Khamenei
Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was reportedly wounded in the strike that killed his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during the opening phase of the ongoing military campaign against Iran, according to a media report. The revelation came from Iran’s ambassador to
Iran warns oil could hit $200 a barrel after attacks on merchant ships in Gulf
Iran warned that global oil prices could surge to $200 per barrel after its forces targeted merchant vessels in the Gulf, escalating tensions in the region amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. Iranian officials said the attacks were part
‘Modi doctrine’ needed to counter China’s ambitions in Indian Ocean region: Report
A strategic doctrine led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is needed to protect Indian Ocean nations from China’s expanding influence and “predatory ambitions,” according to a report by a US policy expert. Writing in The Sunday Guardian, Michael Rubin, Director of Policy Analysis
US strikes over 5,500 targets in Iran, destroys more than 60 ships in Operation Epic Fury
United States forces have struck more than 5,500 targets across Iran and destroyed over 60 ships since the launch of Operation Epic Fury, according to the top American commander overseeing the military campaign. Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of the United States Central Command,
Modi directs ministers to ensure no LPG shortage for Indian consumers amid West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed senior ministers to ensure that Indian consumers do not face shortages of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or other petroleum products amid rising tensions in West Asia that have disrupted global energy supplies. During a high-level meeting held
Iran warns Trump after threats against new supreme leader and Strait of Hormuz escalation
Iran has issued a sharp response to US President Donald Trump after he warned of severe consequences if Tehran disrupts global oil shipments through the strategic Strait of Hormuz and criticized the country’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. The escalating exchange comes
US warns Iran of “death, fire and fury” if Strait of Hormuz oil flow is disrupted
The United States issued a stern warning to Iran on Tuesday, cautioning that any attempt to disrupt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz would trigger overwhelming military retaliation. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said President Donald Trump was prepared to respond with
Trump says Iran war nearing end
US President Donald Trump said the ongoing military campaign against Iran could end within days, claiming that the United States and Israel are “winning very decisively” after a series of large-scale strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure. Speaking during a press conference at Trump
Trump says US has strongest military in the world, claims global respect for America
U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that the United States possesses the strongest military in the world, emphasizing that America’s military capabilities are unmatched on the global stage. Speaking before members of Congress, Trump highlighted the strength of the U.S. armed forces and
India advises nationals in Iran not to approach land borders without embassy coordination
The Indian Embassy in Tehran on Monday issued an advisory urging Indian nationals in Iran not to approach any land border crossing to travel outside the country without prior coordination with the embassy. In a message posted on social media platform X, the