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UK Maritime Organisation says 3 Merchant Vessels struck by projectiles in
Updated : 4 days ago IST
Two oil tankers caught fire near Iraq after being struck by an "unknown projectile," with UKMTO reporting all crew are "evacuated and safe." This follows a surge in maritime attacks amid regional conflict, drawing a sharp response from India and warnings from President Trump regarding the
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Government of India welcomes IEA decision to release emergency oil stocks
Updated : 4 days, 1 hour ago IST
India, as an Associate Member of the International Energy Agency (IEA) and an active participant in international energy cooperation, welcomed the IEA's decision to release emergency oil stocks amid the prevailing supply disruptions, according to an official release.
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Iran's Navy Chief says vessels seeking to sail through Strait of Hormuz ne
Updated : 4 days, 1 hour ago IST
According to Iranian state media, Iran has intensified its restrictions on the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US-Israeli strikes.
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US to release 172 million barrels of oil to stabilise markets as Middle Ea
Updated : 4 days, 2 hours ago IST
The US will release 172 million barrels of oil "beginning next week" to stabilse markets amid war with Iran. President Trump vowed to "finish the job" despite Tehran's threats to "destroy" the economy. While Trump suggests there is "practically nothing left to target," Israel claims it ha
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Saudi military downs drones targeting Shaybah oil field in eastern region
Updated : 4 days, 2 hours ago IST
Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple drones targeting the "Shaybah oil field" as regional tensions soar. Amid the conflict, Russia and Saudi Arabia "emphasised the need" for international efforts to prevent escalation. Meanwhile, the US warned Russia not to intervene, despite Trump and Putin di
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IndiGo to operate flights to nine destinations on March 12 amid West Asia
Updated : 4 days, 4 hours ago IST
"IndiGo continues to coordinate closely with the relevant authorities to progressively restore its flight operations across the Middle East, helping customers reconnect with their loved ones and proceed with their travel plans," the airline posted on X.
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Meghalaya cabinet to review GHADC poll delay amid Garo Hills tensions: Dep
Updated : 4 days, 6 hours ago IST
Amid rising tensions in the Garo Hills region, Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong on Wednesday announced that the state cabinet will convene on Thursday to deliberate on the future course of action following the Government's decision to postpone the elections to the Garo Hil
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177 Indians repatriate from Lebanon, over 500 depart Qatar amid West Asia
Updated : 4 days, 7 hours ago IST
According to the Indian Embassy in Beirut, the first batch of 177 Indian nationals was repatriated to New Delhi on a charter flight arranged by their employer on Wednesday. The group was seen off at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport by India's Ambassador to Lebanon, Noor Rahman Sh
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India "deplores" attacks on commercial shipping amid West Asia conflict: M
Updated : 4 days, 11 hours ago IST
India on Wednesday expressed concern over attacks targeting commercial shipping in the ongoing West Asia conflict, following missile strikes on a Thai-flagged cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz earlier today.
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MHA activates 24x7 control room, briefs states on LPG supply amid West Asi
Updated : 4 days, 11 hours ago IST
The move comes in the backdrop of reports indicating public apprehension about a possible restriction in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in the domestic market due to ongoing developments in West Asia.
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Ports Ministry, National Shipping Board discuss measures to strengthen mar
Updated : 4 days, 11 hours ago IST
The government held a high-level interaction with the National Shipping Board (NSB) to address emerging challenges in India's shipping sector and review measures to strengthen maritime capacity amid evolving global geopolitical and trade dynamics, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
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'Foreign policy failure': RJD's Sudhakar Singh hits out at Centre amid LPG
Updated : 4 days, 12 hours ago IST
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Sudhakar Singh on Wednesday warned of worsening LPG shortage, accusing the government of hiding facts and citing failures in foreign policy.
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