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Iran dials Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif after US seizes cargo ship
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has contacted Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, AP reported, citing Iranian media.
India's LPG consumption down 13% in March: What's the reason?
India's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) consumption witnessed a sharp decline of 13% in March, owing to supply disruptions caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Saudi Arabia pledges additional $3 billion deposit to Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has pledged an additional $3 billion in deposits to Pakistan, along with extending a current $5 billion deposit for a longer term.
Iran used Chinese satellite to target US military bases: Report
Iran has reportedly used a Chinese spy satellite to monitor key military sites across the West Asia, including United States bases.
Saudi pressing Trump to drop blockade of Iranian ports: WSJ
Saudi Arabia is reportedly urging the United States to reconsider its decision to blockade Iranian ports, a move that could further escalate tensions in the region.
Hormuz blockade: China faces biggest economic blow from US move
The United States has initiated a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting all shipping linked to Iranian ports.
Crude oil futures are rising today: Here we decode why
Crude oil futures rose sharply today after the US announced a blockade on all maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports.
US-Iran war: India, Saudi discuss trade stability in virtual meet
In a bid to protect their economic interests amid regional turmoil, India's Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Saudi Arabia's Commerce Minister Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi held a virtual summit.
Iran's Ghalibaf flies with Minab victims' photos ahead of talks
A powerful image from inside a plane carrying Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf to Islamabad has set the emotional backdrop for high-stakes United States-Iran ceasefire talks.
Oil prices near $100 as Iran-US ceasefire remains uncertain
Oil prices rebounded on Thursday, after a steep 15% drop in the previous session.
Iran plans human chains around power plants after Trump's threat
Iran has called on its youth to form human chains around key power plants on Tuesday.
OPEC+ raises oil production as US-Iran war threatens energy stability
The OPEC+ oil alliance has decided to raise its oil production quotas for the second consecutive month.
Iranian drone strikes hit Kuwait's power, water plants
Iranian drone strikes have targeted two power and water desalination plants in Kuwait, causing significant damage. The attacks also led to a fire at an oil complex, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
India's Russian oil imports surge 90% amid US-Iran war
India has significantly increased its crude oil imports from Russia in March.
3 Omani ships escape Hormuz chokehold through new route
Three Omani-managed vessels appeared to have successfully entered the Strait of Hormuz by hugging their home country's shoreline, indicating a different route than a northerly path through Iranian seas, Bloomberg reported.
Iran releases 'hit list' of 8 major bridges in Gulf
Iran has released a list of eight major bridges across the Gulf and Jordan, hinting they could be targeted in retaliation for a recent US-Israeli strike.
Trump says 'core strategic objectives' in Iran war nearing completion
US President Donald Trump, in his address to the nation, said Washington's "core strategic objectives" in the Iran war were nearing completion.
UAE may join US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly considering joining forces with the United States and other allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan, China jointly propose five-part peace plan for Middle East
Pakistan and China have jointly proposed a five-part peace plan for the Middle East.
Could Iran war's impact on water crisis destabilize Middle East?
The ongoing conflict in Iran is worsening the already dire water crisis in the Middle East.
US strikes Iran ammunition depot in Isfahan with bunker-buster bombs
The United States has reportedly launched an attack on a major ammunition depot in Isfahan, Iran.
Open Hormuz or face total energy destruction: Trump warns Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, telling the Islamic Republic to immediately open the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan minister falls while welcoming Egypt FM; video goes viral
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stumbled and fell on a red carpet while welcoming Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty in Islamabad.
Gold demand falls 70% as US-Iran war enters fifth week
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is taking a toll on Indian gold and jewelry retailers, with sales in key Gulf markets plummeting by as much as 70% in March compared to last year.
Trump claims Iran has accepted most of 15-point ceasefire terms
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has accepted most of the 15-point ceasefire deal proposed by Washington.
Oil prices jump to $116 as US-Iran war escalates
Global oil prices have surged sharply as the Iran-backed Houthi movement from Yemen has entered the West Asia conflict.
Trump says MBS is 'kissing my a , then praises him
United States President Donald Trump recently made controversial remarks about Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at a Saudi-backed investment forum in Florida.
Pakistan hosts 4-nation foreign ministers meeting for US-Iran talks
Pakistan is hosting a two-day meeting of foreign ministers from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and itself in Islamabad, according to Al Jazeera.
Iran's missiles damage key US AWACS plane in Saudi Arabia
Iran has claimed to have damaged a United States aircraft in a missile and drone strike on an American air base in Saudi Arabia.
PM Narendra Modi, Mohammed bin Salman discuss West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister HRH Mohammed bin Salman on Saturday.
This Saudi pipeline is pumping 7M oil barrels per day
Saudi Arabia is now using its East-West pipeline to pump crude oil at full capacity, Bloomberg reported on Saturday.
'Leave or else...': Iran warns US-linked universities in West Asia
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened United States-linked universities in West Asia after alleged strikes on Iranian campuses.
Trump claims Iran leaderless, Mojtaba Khamenei dead or wounded
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is either dead or in very bad shape.
Iranian strike wounds 12 US troops at Saudi Arabia base
At least 12 United States service members were wounded in an Iranian missile strike at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.
Trump extends Iran strike deadline amid 'negotiation' signals
United States President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for potential strikes on Iran's energy assets to April 6, 2026.
ByteDance's AI video tool SeeDance 2.0 debuts amid copyright concerns
ByteDance, the Chinese tech giant and creator of TikTok, has quietly launched its advanced video generator, SeeDance 2.0, on a global scale.
London-bound Air India flight U-turns after being airborne for 7hrs
An Air India A350 aircraft, flying from Delhi to London Heathrow, had to return to the national capital due to a suspected technical issue.
US troops working remotely as Iranian attacks leave bases 'uninhabitable'
Iran's repeated missile and drone strikes on American military bases in the Middle East have left installations "largely uninhabitable," The New York Times reported.
India buys 60 million barrels of Russian oil
India has purchased around 60 million barrels of Russian crude oil for next month's delivery.
Saudi prince privately urges Trump 'to continue operations against Iran'
United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) after a report claimed that the crown prince is "pushing" for more war in Iran.
Drone attack sets Kuwait airport fuel tank on fire
Kuwait International Airport was hit by a drone attack on Wednesday, which caused a fire in one of its fuel tanks.
PM calls meeting on energy situation amid West Asia crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a high-level meeting on Sunday evening with senior ministers to review India's petroleum, power, and fertilizer sectors.
Air India, Express operating 50 flights to West Asia today
Air India and Air India Express will operate a total of 50 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia today.
'Can reach Berlin, Paris': Israel's reckoning on Iran's long-range missiles
Israeli officials have confirmed that Iranian forces have used long-range missiles for the first time in the ongoing conflict.
MEA debunks claim of US seeking military action in India
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has dismissed a viral social media claim that the United States sought permission to use Indian territory for military action against Iran.
DGCA asks airlines to avoid 9 airspaces amid Gulf tensions
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory to airlines, asking them to avoid nine airspaces in the Gulf region. The move comes in light of the ongoing conflict in the area.
Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery hit by drones; fire reported
Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery was hit by multiple drone attacks early Friday. The strikes caused a fire in some units of the facility, Reuters reported.
LNG stocks slide as Iran strike hits Qatar gas hub
Shares of Petronet LNG and GAIL (India) have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 5.85% on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Saudi's Yanbu port, currently the only crude export outlet, hit
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port of Yanbu, currently the only export outlet for any crude oil out of Gulf Arab countries, was targeted in an aerial attack, Reuters reported.
'Israel won't attack Iran's gas field anymore if..': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that Israel will not carry out any more attacks on Iran's South Pars gas field unless provoked by Iran.
Crude oil prices surge to $112 as US-Iran war escalates
Crude oil prices have witnessed a sharp spike, rising as much as 5% on Thursday to over $112 per barrel.
Qatar expels Iranian military, security officials after LNG plant attack
Qatar has expelled key Iranian military and security officials from its territory.
World's largest LNG plant in Qatar damaged after Iran attack
Iranian missile strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City have caused "significant damage," the Qatari Foreign Ministry has confirmed.
US-Israel conflict with Iran boosts Russia, Ukraine's economy: Report
The ongoing United States-Israel conflict with Iran has inadvertently benefited both Russia and Ukraine.
Saudi Arabia is now offering oil supply via this route
Saudi Arabia is offering its long-term oil customers a new route for their April allocations, through the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
Iran war: UAE shuts oil terminal; blasts heard in Dubai
The Middle East conflict has entered its 16th day, with loud blasts heard in Dubai's Marina and Al Sufouh areas. The United Arab Emirates's (UAE) Fujairah oil terminal was also shut down after Iranian strikes.
Massive explosion in Tehran square filled with demonstrators
A massive explosion was reported in Ferdowsi Square in Tehran, Iran, on Friday. The square was packed with demonstrators who were taking part in the annual Quds Day event supporting Palestinians, Iranian media reported.
Bombay HC issues notice to Centre on gas distributors' plea
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has taken cognizance of a plea by six liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors.
US military plane with 5 onboard crashes during Iran operation
A United States Air Force KC-135 aerial tanker crashed in Iraq on Thursday. The aircraft was reportedly carrying five crew members.
Tanker carrying 1,35,335 metric tons of crude reaches Mumbai
A Liberian-flagged crude oil tanker, Shenlong Suezmax, has reached Mumbai port after successfully transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Loud explosions rock Dubai amid Iran's attack on Gulf nations
Explosions were heard in downtown Dubai on Thursday, including a loud blast, AFP reported.
What is happening on day 11 of US-Israel-Iran war
As many as 1,700 people have been killed in Iran, Lebanon and Israel as strikes continue across the Middle East for the 11th day.
Government invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply
The central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to regulate the availability, supply and equitable distribution of petroleum and petroleum products and natural gas.
For your dessert time, these Saudi Arabian delights are perfect!
Saudi Arabia is famous for its rich culinary heritage, and among its many delights, date-based desserts stand out.
Iran-US-Israel conflict enters 10th day: Here's what's happening
The United States and Israel on Monday intensified their military operations against Iran as the conflict entered its 10th day.
US-Iran war: Saudi Aramco finds new way to supply oil
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest crude exporter, has started offering prompt crude supply via a series of rare tenders.
Mojtaba Khamenei elected Iran's new supreme leader
Iran's leadership has been severely impacted after airstrikes by the United States and Israel killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials.
Israel-Iran war: Oil jumps past $110, highest level since 2020
Oil prices have skyrocketed by over 30%, hitting their highest levels since 2020.
No Indians killed in Saudi Arabia's Al Kharj projectile strike
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that no Indian nationals were killed in a recent projectile strike in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
How Middle East crisis is affecting hospitals in India
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has prompted Indian hospital chains to seek new sources of medical travelers.
Iran strikes continue on Gulf, defying peace vows
Kuwait's national oil company has announced a "precautionary" cut to its crude production after fuel tanks at the country's airport were targeted.
Why gold in Dubai is suddenly selling at discount
The ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran has led to a major disruption in gold trade, with the precious metal being sold at steep discounts in Dubai.
US-Iran war: Pakistan mulls WFH, price revisions to conserve fuel
Cash-strapped Pakistan is contemplating a series of austerity measures to conserve fuel and ensure market liquidity.