What if the Strait of Hormuz didn’t reopen?The Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil route, faces potential prolonged closure. This situation mirrors past disruptions, raising concerns about...
23 May, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Fossil fuels no longer offer security. Clean energy canWhile historical energy crises spurred renewable adoption, current economic conditions like inflation and high interest rates pose investme...
02 May, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Oil shock will hit Asia harder than the 1970sAsia is experiencing energy shocks similar to the 1970s oil crises, with rising fossil fuel costs impacting consumers and industries. This ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
A quiet Gulf player may steal Pakistan’s ‘miracle’ momentNegotiations around a possible Iran–US ceasefire have shifted focus towards a Gulf state near the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions over ...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades, US legal adviser saysAmerica's top lawyer claims President Trump's actions against Iran were in self-defense. He states the bombing campaign was not a new war b...
25 Apr, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
How the Iran war oil and gas supply shock compares with past disruptionsA major oil supply disruption is underway due to the US-Israeli war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This event is the wo...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
War in Iran is causing biggest energy crisis in history, IEA saysThe head of the International Energy Agency declared the conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel is causing the world's worst ...
21 Apr, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf ports for US blockadeThe United States military will blockade ships leaving Iran's ports starting Monday. Iran has threatened retaliation against Gulf neighbors...
13 Apr, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says 'full efforts' going on to resolve US-Iran conflictPakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced ongoing efforts to resolve the US-Iran conflict. Direct talks were held in Islamabad, ma...
13 Apr, 2026, 09.07 PM IST
Bangladesh schools to go online in energy crunchBangladesh will launch a hybrid school system with virtual and in-person classes on a pilot basis next week to help with the energy crunch ...
09 Apr, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
Current oil and gas crisis worse than 1973, 1979, 2022 together, says IEA chiefThe oil and gas crisis triggered by Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is more severe than the crises of 1973, 1979 and 2022 combined,...
07 Apr, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Energy crisis will not be resolved quickly if war ends, IEA chief warnsResolving this severe disruption will take considerable time, even if fighting ceases soon, affecting energy security worldwide.
25 Mar, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Reopening Strait of Hormuz key to cooling global oil prices: American Petroleum Institute CEOAmerican Petroleum Institute CEO Mike Sommers stresses reopening the Strait of Hormuz is vital for global oil and gas prices. He noted supp...
25 Mar, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Putin backs Iran, says Russia will remain a ‘reliable partner’ amid Mideast warRussia's President Vladimir Putin has sent Nowruz greetings to Iranian leaders. He stated Moscow remains a loyal friend and reliable partne...
21 Mar, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Middle East war: New Zealand mulls car restrictions if fuel supply stallsNew Zealand officials are contemplating reviving old laws to limit car usage. This measure could be implemented if fuel supplies are severe...
12 Mar, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Jimmy Carter's biggest challenges while presidentFormer U.S. President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100. Key events during his presidency from 1977 to 1981 included the Camp Davi...
30 Dec, 2024, 12.16 PM IST
Energy security is the global priority for 2023It may sound like a trivial name change, but it’s an important indication of where the priority lies for many nations, particularly in Asia...
28 Nov, 2022, 09.17 AM IST