Iran and Oman push Strait of Hormuz fee proposal despite Washington oppositionIran and Oman are pushing for payments from ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a move opposed by Washington. This proposal, inspired by...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Oil ticks higher as Iran's refusal to meet US envoys dims ceasefire hopesOil prices saw an uptick as Iran's refusal to meet U.S. envoys heightened tensions, impacting the fragile ceasefire. Despite recent decline...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Banks NPA at multi-decadal low of 1.8%, Indian financial system remains resilient: RBI reportIndia's financial system remains robust, with bank NPAs hitting a multi-decade low of 1.8%. Despite global uncertainties and rising oil pri...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz: Strategic chokepoint in shadow of geopoliticsThe Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for the global trade of crude oil and liquefied natural gas, is at the centre of disputes in negotia...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Indian passport, visa appointment suspension in UAE extended till July 1Indian consular services in the UAE will be limited to emergencies until July 1, 2026, due to administrative changes. From July 2, Alhind T...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Integrated command centre powers multi-layered Amarnath yatra security in JammuJammu's Amarnath Yatra is set for a tech-driven security upgrade with a new integrated command centre. This advanced hub, operational since...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Iran's Trump card: The risk premium hasn't gone. It just changed shapeA recent attack on a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz signals a shift from fears of outright war to prolonged uncertainty. Iran'...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Iran seeks long-term role in managing Strait of Hormuz, eyes billions in annual feesIran is proposing new charges for security and services in the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to generate significant revenue and reshape its man...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Rubio in Middle East tour says any Iran deal will ensure security of Gulf alliesU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf Arab allies that any deal with Iran would prioritize their security interests. Concluding ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
Lockheed Martin gets $35 billion Thaad deal as Trump looks to stockpile weaponsPresident Trump is convening with top defense executives to accelerate weapons production, addressing depleted U.S. stockpiles after extens...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Rubio warns Hormuz tolls would 'spread like contagion' to other waterwaysUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday warned that Iranian tolls on ships passing the Strait of Hormuz would spread to other waterwa...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.08 PM IST
Brent crude hits lowest since before start of Mideast war as more tankers exit HormuzGlobal oil prices plunged Wednesday, hitting multi-month lows as supply worries eased with tankers clearing the Strait of Hormuz. An interi...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Oman assures toll-free movement via Strait of HormuzOman has pledged toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a move welcomed by India. This assurance follows discussions between Omani...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
Iran-U. S war ends but Strait of Hormuz disruptions could continue for months ahead. Here's whyStrait of Hormuz continues to remain the bone of the contention in Iran-U.S. deal and middle-east gulf countries' geo-politics. The questio...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
The Strait of Hormuz's future is unsettled even as more ships venture throughShip traffic is slowly resuming in the Strait of Hormuz following an interim deal between Iran and the U.S., but lingering questions about ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Trump threatens to charge US tolls in Strait of Hormuz if final Iran deal not reached in 60 daysPresident Trump has threatened to impose U.S. tolls in the Strait of Hormuz if a final deal with Iran isn't reached within 60 days, citing ...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.06 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