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Seafarers feel forgotten, shipping should not be used as collateral: IMO chief amid US-Iran conflictShipping must be kept out of geopolitical conflicts, urged the International Maritime Organization chief, as seafarers "feel forgotten." He...
Rubio hails US-Gulf Arab unity despite region's persistent concerns about Iran agreementUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf Arab partners of unwavering support amidst ongoing negotiations to end the war with Iran. De...
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 ...
Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi punished with 74 lashes for performing without hijab in an online concert, calls it vulgarIranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi faces 74 lashes and a two-year travel ban for performing without a hijab during a viral online concert. The ...
Modi, Trump direct officials to swiftly finalise trade pact: Foreign Secretary Vikram MisriPrime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have instructed their teams to finalize a trade pact. Significant progress has b...
India hopes US-Iran peace deal will lead to sustained peace in West AsiaIndia welcomed the US-Iran peace deal on Thursday. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that New Delhi remains in close contact with West ...
US and Iran reach deal to end war, Trump says Strait of Hormuz to open on FridayThe United States and Iran have agreed on a peace framework aimed at ending the conflict, lifting the U.S. blockade of Iran and reopening t...
PM Modi welcomes US-Iran peace deal, hopes for peace in West AsiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed an understanding between the United States and Iran to end the conflict in West Asia. This develo...
'Opportunity to restore regional peace, stabilise global economy': US-Iran breakthrough draws global supportThe major diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran was announced on Sunday, with President Trump saying that the agreement wou...
FIFA World Cup 2026: In Tijuana, Iran's tiny diaspora agrees on little - except Team MelliIran's national soccer team, Team Melli, is training in Tijuana, Mexico for the World Cup. This unusual choice comes amid visa challenges w...
From Norman Mailer's 'fug' to Trump's Oval Office: How a four-letter word conquered the English languageThe F-word's journey from censored print to common usage is explored. Norman Mailer faced publisher edits in his debut novel, substituting ...
Iran calls Trump's claims 'baseless', alleges US attacked vessels killing three Indian seafarersIn a post on X, the official account of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India shared, "The U.S. president's accusation again...
Iran condemns US strike on vessel that killed 3 Indian crew membersIran has strongly condemned a US attack on a commercial vessel. The incident resulted in the deaths of three Indian nationals. Iran has acc...
India may have brokered a rupee truce, but hasn't won peace yetIndia has unveiled a package aimed at supporting the rupee without resorting to capital controls, a move seen as more market-friendly than ...
'Sit back and relax': Can Trump afford to go back to war with Iran?US President Trump's cautious optimism regarding Iran negotiations has been shattered as Tehran suspends talks, citing Israeli actions in L...
A shadowy Oman-Iran plot provoked Trump’s “blow ’em up” threatUS President Donald Trump has sent a stark message to the Sultanate of Oman, warning of potential military repercussions should it move for...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio en route to India for high-profile diplomatic visitUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is arriving in India for a significant visit. He will engage in discussions on trade, energy security, an...
Loud, broken, baffling: Britain reflects on America at 250 in the age of TrumpBritons view America in 2026 through the lens of President Donald Trump. This perception often precedes any admiration for the nation's qua...
Quote of the day by 14th-century Persian poet Hafez Shirazi: 'Run from anyone likely to put a sharp knife into your sacred, tender, beautiful heart.'Hafez Shirazi, a renowned 14th-century Persian poet, continues to inspire with his timeless verses. His poetry explores love, spirituality,...
UAE condemns 'terrorist' attack on Indian-flagged vessel off Oman coastThe UAE has strongly condemned a recent attack on an Indian-flagged ship off Oman's coast. Calling it a terrorist act, the UAE stated this ...