Russian envoy summoned over killing of four Indians"Today, the Russian Charge d'Affaires, Mr Vladimir Ladanov, was summoned to the Ministry of External Affairs. The Ministry conveyed India's...
22 Jul, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
Ajit Doval in Riyadh amid push for safer sea lanes and energy security; regional situation, defence partnership also on agendaNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval traveled to Saudi Arabia to deliberate on energy security measures. He emphasized the importance of sa...
22 Jul, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
$120 crude oil scare is back & India has plenty at stakeGoldman Sachs has warned Brent crude could rise above $120 a barrel if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz persist. For India, which import...
21 Jul, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Indian Oil Corp cancels Iraq oil lifting amid Hormuz attacks, sources sayIndian Oil Corp cancelled lifting Iraqi oil from Basrah Oil Terminal. Increased risks and attacks in the Strait of Hormuz prompted this dec...
21 Jul, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
NSA Ajit Doval meets Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan; discusses energy security and regional situationNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval visited Saudi Arabia for talks. He met Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan to strengthen energy ...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Pilots' association urges govt to suspend flights to UAE, other high-risk Gulf destinationsIndian pilots urged suspending flights to the UAE and Gulf nations. They cited worsening security and explicit threats to Dubai and Abu Dha...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Pakistan can hit an oil jackpot amid a widening US-Iran warGulf states are seeking military partnerships with Pakistan amid regional tensions. Pakistan could gain oil and investment while deepening ...
20 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
Pilots' grouping ALPA India seeks suspension of Indian airlines' flights to West AsiaIn March this year also, the Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA India) had asked the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) t...
20 Jul, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Why the Red Sea remains one of the world's most dangerous shipping routesRed Sea Shipping Route Explained: In a concerning development, Iran has alerted the world to possible disruptions in the Red Sea that threa...
20 Jul, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
A 'Trump put' for oil? Indian refiners aren't worried about an immediate supply crunchIndian refiners expect stable oil supplies despite renewed West Asia conflict. They believe US President Trump will open alternative routes...
17 Jul, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Oil is crude once again! Is $95 the new normal and what it means for Indian investors?Crude oil prices are rising again due to escalating Middle East tensions. This surge impacts India's import costs and government finances s...
16 Jul, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
India asks shipowners to avoid deploying seafarers through Strait of Hormuz after attacksIndia's maritime authority has advised against deploying seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz. This directive follows recent attacks on mercha...
16 Jul, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
Indian seafarer missing after Oman vessel attack dead, family saysAn Indian national is confirmed dead after an attack on a commercial vessel near Oman. Ten other Indian sailors aboard the ship were rescue...
15 Jul, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
India can find alternative sources for crude, but LPG at risk: ExecutivesIndustry executives said India should be able to source alternative crude and LNG supplies, albeit at higher prices. LPG supplies, however,...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
CBSE Gulf exam row: Supreme Court posts assessment plea for next weekThe Supreme Court on Tuesday said it will hear next week petitions challenging the CBSE's assessment scheme for regular Class 12 students i...
14 Jul, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
India will prioritise rule-based maritime order, including safety of seafarers, at UNSC: JaishankarIndia launched its campaign for a UN Security Council seat for 2028-29. The nation will focus on maritime security and countering terror fi...
14 Jul, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
'Iran does not control the strait': Trump, US military say Hormuz is open, 'traffic is flowing'Iran war news: US military and President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz remains open. Iranian claims of closing the vital shipping route a...
12 Jul, 2026, 08.14 PM IST