New Delhi: Amid continuing tensions in the region, Indian vessels have begun crossing the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports, a day after Iranian forces allegedly opened fire near ships anchored off the Oman coast. Sources said an Indian-flagged vessel became the tenth ship to successfully pass through the strategic waterway. However, two Indian tankers Read More…
New Delhi: India has lodged a strong protest with Iran following reports that Iranian forces opened fire on vessels, including Indian ships, after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. According to reports, the Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Iranian Ambassador over the incident involving firing at an Indian vessel. The ships were reportedly Read More…
New Delhi: The Centre has intensified efforts to ensure adequate cooking gas supply, stepping up the sale of smaller LPG cylinders amid concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz situation. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, around 6.6 lakh 5-kg LPG cylinders have been sold across the country since March 23 to Read More…
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. He said the US could target Iran’s energy facilities if the route is not reopened. Iran responded strongly. It warned that it could strike US-linked energy, technology, and water facilities in the Middle East. The situation has raised global Read More…