Iran, US establish communication line to safeguard shipping through Hormuz, say mediatorsIran and the United States have established a direct communication line to "avoid incidents and miscommunication" in the Strait of Hormuz, ...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
Iran floats ‘Insurance Fees’ and asserts control over HormuzThis development raises concerns for the shipping sector about safe navigation. Iran's new requirements and possible insurance charges coul...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
At the gates of Hormuz, 80 million barrels of oil are on standbyLarge volumes of crude oil are waiting in the Persian Gulf and are ready to move through the Strait of Hormuz if shipping activity resumes ...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
The US is using an Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of the GulfThe US military is secretly guiding oil tankers through the Gulf of Oman. This operation uses drones and helicopters to facilitate ship-to-...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.47 PM IST
The U.S. is using an Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of the GulfAmerica's military is secretly guiding oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. This operation uses drones and helicopters to help ships transfer o...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
Trump claims Iran's missile arsenal decimated to 'maybe 21, 22 percent' following US strikesUS President Donald Trump claimed Washington has severely degraded Iran's missile arsenal, though intelligence reports suggest otherwise. M...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
US forces to withdraw from Iran's vicinity, lift naval blockade, says state media citing draft dealFor India and other major energy importers, any agreement leading to normalisation in Hormuz traffic could ease concerns over supply disrup...
27 May, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
Iran rejects Rubio's claims, blames US sanctions for global energy crisisUS-Iran war: Tehran has rejected remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Iran states US sanctions have held the global energy market ...
24 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
India to prioritise releasing stranded vessels in Hormuz, may resume tanker loading when conditions improve, says officialIndia is ensuring the safe passage of its ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions in the region are impacting global shipping. Authoritie...
21 May, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Targeting commercial shipping, impeding navigation in Strait of Hormuz unacceptable: India's UN envoyIndia's UN envoy Parvathaneni Harish stressed the need for short-term and long-term measures, plus international cooperation, to address th...
17 May, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
What is really driving copper futures to record highs? Copper prices just broke every record as AI data center boom fuels global supply crunchCopper prices are soaring aggressively in 2026 as copper futures smash record highs above $14,000 per ton and COMEX copper crosses $6.50 pe...
13 May, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of HormuzUS-Iran war news: US forces intercepted Iranian attacks on Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The US military responded by targeting Irani...
08 May, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with USIran has formed a new government agency to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This move raises concerns for international shippi...
08 May, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
IRGC Navy warns vessels to use designated Hormuz corridor, threatens decisive responseIran's Revolutionary Guard Navy has issued a stern warning to all ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must strictly adhere to ro...
06 May, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Iran enforces new 'sovereign' transit rules in Strait of Hormuz; mandates prior permits for vesselsIran has introduced a new system for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Ships must now get prior authorization before transiting the...
06 May, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Ex-military officers defend Great Nicobar push, reject Rahul Gandhi’s concernsRetired military officials are backing the Great Nicobar Project. They counter allegations of land grabbing and corruption, highlighting it...
02 May, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
'Absolutely NOT self-defence': Iran slams US military campaign as 'act of aggression'Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson condemns US military strikes as aggression, questioning self-defense claims. The US administration mai...
01 May, 2026, 02.50 PM IST