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Explosion Near Kuwait and Warship Sinking Near Sri Lanka Raise Tensions as US-Iran Conflict Escalates

05-03-2026 / 0 comments

New Delhi | 5 March 2026 A tanker anchored in waters near Kuwait reported a serious incident after witnessing a blast latenight on March 4, around 22:40 UTC (4:10am IST on March 5) , according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. The agency said the tanker crew heard and saw a powerful explosion nearby and later noticed oil leaking into the sea, raising concerns about possible environmental damage. In a post on X, the agency said, "The Master of a tanker at anchor, reports witnessing...

Jaishankar Holds Talks With Iranian Foreign Minister as Middle East Tensions Rise

05-03-2026 / 0 comments

New Delhi | 5 March 2026 Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Thursday. Sharing the update on social media, Jaishankar wrote, "Had a telecon with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi this afternoon." The discussion took place at a time when the region is facing a serious crisis following recent military developments. India also expressed condolences over the...

CISF Plans Stronger Defence Against Drone and Cyber Threats, Says DG Praveer Ranjan

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Bhubaneswar | 5 March 2026 The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is preparing to strengthen its capabilities to tackle emerging threats such as drone attacks and cyber intrusions at critical installations across the country. Speaking to the media in Bhubaneswar ahead of the force’s 57th Raising Day, CISF Director General Praveer Ranjan said the organisation will focus heavily on advanced training and modern technology to address these challenges. He stated, "In the next modernisation...

आगरा में दर्दनाक सड़क हादसा: कार-ट्रक की आमने-सामने टक्कर, मासूम बच्ची सहित दो की मौत

03-03-2026 / 0 comments

फतेहाबाद। 3 मार्च 2026 आगरा के फतेहाबाद-बाह मार्ग पर मंगलवार सुबह एक भीषण सड़क हादसा हो गया। थाना फतेहाबाद क्षेत्र में अरनोटा पुल के पास कार और ट्रक की आमने-सामने जोरदार भिड़ंत में एक मासूम बच्ची...

Strait of Hormuz at Risk: Why the World’s Key Oil Route Matters for Global Trade and India

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New Delhi | 3 March 2026 Rising tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran have renewed fears of a possible disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical maritime routes in the world. Iran has claimed the strait has been closed, though the extent of any shutdown remains unclear. Even the possibility of restricted movement has unsettled global markets, as this narrow passage carries a large share of the world’s energy supplies. Located between Iran and Oman, the strait...