Iran says it destroyed US MQ-1 drone after airspace incursion: ReportIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that its air defence units shot down a US MQ-1 drone after it allegedly entered Ira...
31 May, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
Iran's top envoys discussing potential peace deal with Qatar prime minister, official saysIran's top negotiator and foreign minister met Qatar's prime minister in Doha for talks with the US. Discussions centered on a potential de...
25 May, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
White House invite to PM Modi has flouted protocol, says Ex DiplomatFormer Diplomat Veena Sikri highlights protocol concerns regarding an invitation for Prime Minister Modi. She notes renewed US interest in ...
25 May, 2026, 07.55 AM IST
White House shooting may be message to Trump regarding Iran, says expertA shooting outside the White House could signal a message about the US Iran deal. Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad believes this event ma...
25 May, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
White House unveils massive US-China accords on trade and Iran, silences Taiwan flashpointThe White House released details of President Trump's China visit. Major trade deals were struck, including aircraft purchases and agricult...
18 May, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
'Unacceptable' threat to safety: UN nuclear watchdog sounds alarm over drone strike near UAE's Barakah plantA drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant has sparked grave concern from the IAEA, though radiation levels remain normal. The inc...
17 May, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
Iran chief negotiator Ghalibaf appointed to oversee ties with China: MediaIran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who recently emerged as a chief negotiator in talks with the United States, has been ap...
17 May, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
Iran state TV says European countries in talks with Tehran for Hormuz transitEuropean nations are in talks with Iran regarding passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This follows similar agreements with East Asian cou...
16 May, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
20,000 Indian seafarers caught in Gulf tensions; Mariners' body raises alarmMore than 20,000 Indian seafarers in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz are facing growing risks amid escalating regional tensions, prompting th...
10 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Trump punts thorniest Iran challenges in push to reopen HormuzPresident Donald Trump has shifted his strategy in the conflict with Iran, focusing first on reopening the Strait of Hormuz — a critical ro...
09 May, 2026, 06.13 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
India reviews safety of its ships after Hormuz firingIndia reviewed safety of its vessels after Iranian Navy fired warning shots in the Strait of Hormuz. Officials said no targeted attack occu...
22 Apr, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Iran to prioritise Strait of Hormuz passage for vessels that pay feesIran will now prioritize ships that pay fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after Tehran reimposed strict military co...
19 Apr, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
Cabinet approves ₹12,980 crore sovereign-backed maritime insurance poolThe Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, on Saturday approved a Sovereign Maritime Fund to provide insurance cover for Indian-flagged, ...
18 Apr, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
UAE envoy to India flags 2,890 strikes on civilian infra since Feb 28, says 4 million Indian expats integral to nationThe UAE ambassador has reported 2,890 missile and drone attacks. He called these unprovoked strikes and urged stronger international action...
17 Apr, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
Iran rejects ceasefire as deadline nears on Trump 'hell' ultimatumAmid rising tensions, the United States and Iran are embarking on discussions to mitigate their enduring hostilities. In a bold stance, Ira...
06 Apr, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Oman, Iran hold talks on ensuring transit through HormuzIn a significant diplomatic move, Oman and Iran engaged in high-level discussions involving deputy foreign ministers to explore strategies ...
05 Apr, 2026, 03.38 PM IST