Strait of Hormuz: News
Trump preparing global coalition to keep Strait of Hormuz open
United States President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to announce a global coalition for the protection of commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
'One bullet shot...': Trump in 1988 interview on Kharg Island
In a 1988 interview with The Guardian, Donald Trump had warned of a possible attack on Iran's Kharg Island.
Iran may allow oil tankers in exchange for Chinese yuan
Iran is reportedly mulling a new policy for oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor.
Netanyahu assassination rumors 'fake news': Israeli PM's office
The Israeli Prime Minister's office has dismissed rumors of Benjamin Netanyahu's assassination as "fake news."
'India is friend': Iran grants 2 ships Hormuz safe passage
Iran has permitted two liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers bound for India to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
US pressured India...now pleads on Russian oil: Iran slams US
Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has accused the United States of double standards in its approach to Russian oil.
US offers $10 million bounty for Iran's new supreme leader
The United States has announced a reward of up to $10 million (approximately ₹92.6 crore) for information on Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.
US strikes Iran's Kharg Island, 'obliterating' military targets, claims Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced a major military operation against Iran's Kharg Island.
Trump OKs India's Russian oil buys to 'take pressure off'
United States President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of a temporary waiver for India to buy Russian oil.
No fuel price hike for now, government eyes Russian LNG
The Indian government has assured that there will be no immediate increase in retail prices of petrol and diesel.
'LOSER OF MIDDLE EAST': Trump taunts Iran's apology to neighbors
United States President Donald Trump has reacted to Iran's recent apology to its Gulf neighbors.
Congress delegation meets Iran envoy in Delhi, condoles Khamenei's death
A Congress party delegation, including senior leaders Salman Khurshid and Pawan Khera, visited the Iran Culture House in New Delhi on Friday.
Strait of Hormuz: Iran deputy FM says no closure planned
The United States and Israel have intensified their airstrikes on Iran, killing over 1,230 people since Saturday.
'No casualties': 10 Indians aboard oil tanker struck by Iran
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has led to several attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf waters.
India gets 30-day waiver from US to buy Russian oil
The United States has granted India a temporary 30-day waiver to buy Russian oil, despite existing restrictions.
Iran-Israel conflict threatens UP's export-driven industries
The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, involving the United States, is posing a major threat to Uttar Pradesh's export-driven industries.
3 Indian seafarers killed, 1 injured amid West Asia hostilities
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has confirmed the deaths of three Indian seafarers and injuries to another amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
US warns ships to avoid Iran amid nuclear talks deadlock
The United States has issued a warning to its vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz, advising them to "stay as far away" from Iranian waters as possible.
Iran responds to Israel's strikes, warns of 'proportional reaction'
Iran has warned of a "proportional reaction" to any Israeli aggression, after Israel's military strikes on Iranian targets early Saturday.
Iran-Israel conflict driving up oil price; will it affect India
The escalating tensions between Iran and Israel have led to a marginal spike in global oil prices.
5 Indians on board ship captured by Iran released
Five of the Indian sailors on board an Israeli-linked vessel seized by Tehran were released on Thursday and have departed from Iran, the Indian embassy in Tehran said.
Kerala woman onboard ship seized by Iran returns home
Ann Tessa Joseph, an Indian deck cadet from Kerala who was one of 17 Indians on board an Israeli-linked container ship seized by the Iranian military last week, has returned to Kerala.
Iran permits officials to meet Indian crew on seized ship
Iran has given permission for Indian government officials to meet with the 17 Indian crew members aboard the seized Israel-affiliated cargo ship, MSC Aries.
Jaishankar holds talks with Iranian, Israeli counterparts amid growing tensions
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with his counterparts from Iran and Israel amid escalating tensions between the two nations, reports said.
Iran seizes ship linked to Israeli billionaire amid escalating tensions
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have seized control of a container ship linked to Israel near the Strait of Hormuz, which is between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
Iranian oil-tanker hit by missiles near Saudi, catches fire: Report
On Friday, Iran-owned Sinopa oil tanker caught fire off Saudi Arabia's coast after being hit by two missiles, the country's media reported. The attack caused an oil spill into the Red Sea.
India asks Iran to release 18 Indian sailors in custody
India is in talks with the Iranian government to secure the release of 18 Indian sailors aboard a British oil tanker captured by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
China tries winning hearts and minds in Gwadar through development-aid
The Gwadar port located in Pakistan's Balochistan province is being developed by China in partnership with Islamabad.
Why is the Gwadar port important to China and Pakistan?
The Gwadar port located by the Arabian sea in Pakistan's Balochistan province is being developed by Pakistan in partnership with China.
India hopes to open Chabahar port in Iran by 2018
Keeping hopes up for India's plans to develop the Chabahar port in Iran, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari conveyed that it would be operational by 2018.
Are US-Iran tensions affecting India's plans for Chabahar development?
Amidst rising US-Iran tensions, Western manufacturers have refused to supply equipment to Indian companies for developing the Chabahar port in Iran.
Iran tests naval ballistic missile
In a move that has alarmed leaders in Washington, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps successfully tested a naval missile called the Hormuz 2, which can allegedly destroy moving targets at sea at ranges up to 300 km.
Trump seeks to hike US defence spending by 10%
President Donald Trump is looking to increase American defence spending by 10% in his proposed budget plan for 2018.