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Iran uses oil tanker to store crude amid US sanctions
Iran has reportedly reactivated an old oil tanker, the very large crude carrier (VLCC) Nasha, to store crude oil.
India advises against travel to Iran amid resumption of flights
The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a fresh advisory, asking citizens to avoid traveling to Iran by air or land.
Over 250 Indians claiming biblical tribe heritage arrive in Israel
Israel has launched "Operation Wings of Dawn," an initiative to relocate the Bnei Menashe community from India's northeastern states of Manipur and Mizoram.
Iran war burns through US's critical missile stockpiles
The United States may have used up nearly half of its Patriot missile interceptors in the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to a new analysis.
Why gold, silver are falling even as risks rise
Gold and silver prices fell on Friday amid a cautious global market tone. The decline was largely due to heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia and rising oil prices.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 3 weeks, Trump announces
United States President Donald Trump has announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Oil prices surge amid US-Iran impasse, surpass $106 per barrel
Oil prices have surged for the fifth consecutive day, hitting their most sustained upward trend since the start of the year.
Mojtaba Khamenei's face, lips severely burned, may need plastic surgery
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is alive but has been severely injured, according to a report by The New York Times.
'Clock is ticking': Trump warns Iran, rules out nuclear strike
United States President Donald Trump has ruled out the use of nuclear weapons in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
US seizes another oil tanker linked to Iranian oil smuggling
The United States military has seized another oil tanker linked to Iranian oil smuggling. The tanker, named Majestic X, was captured in the Indian Ocean.
MEA's 10-word response after Trump reshares post calling India 'hellhole'
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reacted to US President Donald Trump's controversial social media post, which referred to India and China as "hellholes."
Iran seizes India-bound ship; video shows masked men climbing vessel
Iran has released a video showing the seizure of two merchant ships, including one bound for India, in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sensex crashes 1,600 points in 2 days: What's hurting markets?
The Indian stock market has been on a downward spiral for the past two sessions, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 crashing by nearly 1,600 points or almost 2%.
News of fresh talks with Iran 'possible' by Friday: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at potential new peace talks with Iran, possibly as early as Friday.
Gold, silver extend losses amid oil price surge, risk-on sentiment
Gold and silver prices have witnessed a dip in early trade today. The decline is mainly due to the easing geopolitical tensions after the US-Iran ceasefire extension, which has reduced the demand for safe-haven assets.
Oil prices surpass $100 as US-Iran peace talks remain stalled
Oil prices have witnessed a surge for the fourth consecutive day, as peace negotiations between the US and Iran remain stalled.
US Navy chief fired amid Iran war
United States Secretary of the Navy John Phelan was unexpectedly fired on Wednesday.
Iran lists reasons why negotiations with US are failing
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused the United States of sabotaging negotiations through contradictory actions and threats.
Iran hangs man for 'corruption on Earth'
Iran has executed a man convicted of "corruption on earth" and alleged ties to Israel's spy agency, Mossad.
India's fiscal deficit may hit 4.5% of GDP
India's fiscal deficit is projected to exceed the budgeted target, hitting 4.5% of GDP, research firm BMI said.
Iran still has thousands of missiles, drones: US intelligence
The Iranian military still possesses thousands of missiles and drones, according to a recent intelligence assessment.
Crude oil prices hover near $100 as US-Iran tensions linger
Crude oil prices have remained stable in early Asian trading on Wednesday, April 22.
Iran war impacts global condom supply; prices to rise 20-30%
Karex Berhad, the world's largest condom manufacturer, has announced plans to increase prices by 20-30% and possibly even more due to supply chain disruptions caused by the ongoing Iran war.
Iran fires at 2 ships hours after Trump's ceasefire announcement
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard has opened fire on two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sensex tanks over 800 points: What's behind today's decline?
The Indian stock market witnessed a major downturn on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 both seeing significant losses.
'Losing side cannot dictate terms': Iran mocks Trump's truce extension
Iran has reacted sharply to United States President Donald Trump's indefinite extension of the ceasefire.
Iran holds rallies featuring ballistic missile launcher
Iranian hardliners protested late Tuesday night as the two-week ceasefire with the US entered its 11th hour, with members of Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard bringing a ballistic missile on a mobile launcher to one event.
Trump extends Iran ceasefire but says blockade will remain
United States President Donald Trump has announced an extension of the ceasefire with Iran.
US's Iran war funds could have saved 87M lives: UN
The United Nations's humanitarian chief, Tom Fletcher, has slammed the United States for its spending on the ongoing war in Iran.
Scammers demand crypto payments for safe passage through Hormuz strait
Shipping companies with vessels stuck west of the Strait of Hormuz have been targeted by scammers.
Trump may attend Iran talks either 'in-person or virtually': Report
United States President Donald Trump may attend the upcoming peace talks with Iran, either in person or virtually, if a deal were to be signed, according to news agency Reuters.
'They will negotiate': Trump warns Iran will 'see problems' otherwise
United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "problems" if it doesn't negotiate.
Iranian supertanker breaches blockade after offloading 2M barrels of crude
An Iranian supertanker has reportedly breached a United States naval blockade and returned to Iranian waters after delivering two million barrels of crude oil.
Seized Iranian ship suspected of carrying dual-use cargo: Report
The United States seized the Iranian-flagged container ship Touska in the Gulf of Oman, suspecting it of carrying dual-use goods.
Oil prices dip as US-Iran peace talk expectations rise
Oil prices fell on Tuesday, reversing the sharp gains from the previous session.
Iran rejects talks under threat; warns of new battlefield options
The second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan remains uncertain as Tehran has threatened to pull out after the US seized an Iranian-flagged vessel near the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump sends Vance, Kushner to Islamabad for Iran nuclear talks
United States President Donald Trump has dispatched a high-level delegation to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iranian leaders.
US CENTCOM posts video of blockade enforcement by helicopter
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has released a video showing American forces enforcing a naval blockade around Iran.
US won't lift Iran port blockade until deal reached: Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that the country will not lift its blockade on Iranian ports until a deal is reached with Tehran.
Foreign airlines can now operate in Qatar again
The Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has announced the gradual resumption of operations for foreign airlines at Hamad International Airport.