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Iran seeks release of 3 seized tankers from India for safe passage of Indian ships
India earlier seized the tankers, Asphalt Star, Al Jafzia, and Stellar Ruby, accusing them of concealing identities and conducting illegal ship-to-ship transfer
US-Iran war: Why Trump’s call for escort ships in the Strait of Hormuz drew muted response — and whether a naval coalition could work
US President Donald Trump made the request to allies to form naval coalition as tensions escalated after US and Israeli strikes on Iran and the subsequent disr
After Strait of Hormuz, is Bab el-Mandeb the next target, if Houthis join Iran war?
If reports are to be believed, Bab el-Mandeb, a critical choke point at the Red Sea amid a potential Strait of Hormuz shutdown, is at risk of closure, threaten
Indians in Iran moved out of Tehran amid West Asia tensions, MEA shares update
Indian students in Tehran have been relocated to safer cities as a precaution, while the Embassy of India in Iran continues to coordinate assistance for nationa
Middle East tensions: Report says US targets Iran’s military positions near Chabahar Free Trade Zone
Middle East tensions: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East erupted following US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. Meanwhile, US fighter jets have repo
India’s trade deficit narrows before Iran war impact shows on economy
India's trade deficit, or gap between imports and exports, shrank to $27.1 billion in February 2026, down from a revised $34.68 billion in January 2026.
PhonePe IPO put on hold as Iran war rattles stock market
PhonePe remains committed to a public listing in India, CEO Sameer Nigam says.
Prices of weight-loss drugs set to halve in India as Ozempic patent expires this week
The generic versions of semaglutide are expected to be at least 50% cheaper— ₹5,000 for a weekly dose—than Ozempic or Wegovy in India .
China’s Hua Hong readies 7 nm AI chip as Beijing steps up self-sufficiency drive
China's AI chip manufacturing plans come to the fore after the US allowed Nvidia Corp. to sell its second-most-powerful AI chips to China.
IDBI Bank shares tumble after govt stake sale plans reportedly scrapped
IDBI Bank's share price fell as much as 15.34% to an intraday low of ₹78.05 apiece on the BSE even as the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex remained largely flat.
Saudi Arabia Has Intensified Direct Line to Iran to Defuse War
Saudi Arabia has stepped up direct engagement with Iran to try and contain a war in the Middle East that is causing havoc and stressing global markets, accordin
Gulf Frustrated at Being the Center of War That’s Not Theirs
Gulf Arab states have been taking the brunt of Iranian attacks in a war they didn’t start and never chose.
Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose resigns ahead of Assembly elections
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her concern over the decision, alleging that it might be a result of Union Government's pressure.
Amit Shah hails Nitish Kumar’s return to national politics as Rajya Sabha MP – ‘His Bihar tenure was truly glorious’
Amit Shah praises Nitish Kumar's impactful tenure as Bihar's Chief Minister while welcoming his return to the Rajya Sabha. Amidst political rivalry, Kumar's nom
How Nitish Kumar’s Rajya Sabha move could reshape Bihar politics — What it means for JD(U) and BJP
Nitish Kumar's transition from CM to the Rajya Sabha marks a significant political shift in Bihar, potentially altering power dynamics within the NDA and shapin
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Still the default Android flagship
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra builds on its predecessors with small but meaningful upgrades. And spoiler alert: it remains the default choice for most.
Valorant reveals Miks, a controller agent that can heal teammates – All details
A new agent is entering Valorant soon. Riot Games has revealed Miks, a controller who can heal teammates and control fights using sound-based abilities.
OpenAI’s Bid to Allow X-rated Talk Is Freaking Out Its Own Advisers
Warnings surface that the company risks creating a ‘sexy suicide coach’ if it begins allowing sexually explicit chats
These small travel hacks help you stay connected anywhere in the world
International travel becomes much easier when your connectivity is planned in advance. This guide shares simple travel habits that help you stay online.
Sigma launches two new F1.4 lenses in India: 15mm Contemporary and 35mm Art
Tech News News: Sigma has announced two new F1.4 lenses for Indian photographers—the 15mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary for APS-C shooters and the 35mm F1.4 DG II |
Iran seeks release of 3 seized tankers from India for safe passage of Indian ships
India earlier seized the tankers, Asphalt Star, Al Jafzia, and Stellar Ruby, accusing them of concealing identities and conducting illegal ship-to-ship transfer
US-Iran war: Why Trump’s call for escort ships in the Strait of Hormuz drew muted response — and whether a naval coalition could work
US President Donald Trump made the request to allies to form naval coalition as tensions escalated after US and Israeli strikes on Iran and the subsequent disr
After Strait of Hormuz, is Bab el-Mandeb the next target, if Houthis join Iran war?
If reports are to be believed, Bab el-Mandeb, a critical choke point at the Red Sea amid a potential Strait of Hormuz shutdown, is at risk of closure, threaten
Indians in Iran moved out of Tehran amid West Asia tensions, MEA shares update
Indian students in Tehran have been relocated to safer cities as a precaution, while the Embassy of India in Iran continues to coordinate assistance for nationa
Middle East tensions: Report says US targets Iran’s military positions near Chabahar Free Trade Zone
Middle East tensions: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East erupted following US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. Meanwhile, US fighter jets have repo
India’s trade deficit narrows before Iran war impact shows on economy
India's trade deficit, or gap between imports and exports, shrank to $27.1 billion in February 2026, down from a revised $34.68 billion in January 2026.
PhonePe IPO put on hold as Iran war rattles stock market
PhonePe remains committed to a public listing in India, CEO Sameer Nigam says.
Prices of weight-loss drugs set to halve in India as Ozempic patent expires this week
The generic versions of semaglutide are expected to be at least 50% cheaper— ₹5,000 for a weekly dose—than Ozempic or Wegovy in India .
China’s Hua Hong readies 7 nm AI chip as Beijing steps up self-sufficiency drive
China's AI chip manufacturing plans come to the fore after the US allowed Nvidia Corp. to sell its second-most-powerful AI chips to China.
IDBI Bank shares tumble after govt stake sale plans reportedly scrapped
IDBI Bank's share price fell as much as 15.34% to an intraday low of ₹78.05 apiece on the BSE even as the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex remained largely flat.
Saudi Arabia Has Intensified Direct Line to Iran to Defuse War
Saudi Arabia has stepped up direct engagement with Iran to try and contain a war in the Middle East that is causing havoc and stressing global markets, accordin
Gulf Frustrated at Being the Center of War That’s Not Theirs
Gulf Arab states have been taking the brunt of Iranian attacks in a war they didn’t start and never chose.
Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose resigns ahead of Assembly elections
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her concern over the decision, alleging that it might be a result of Union Government's pressure.
Amit Shah hails Nitish Kumar’s return to national politics as Rajya Sabha MP – ‘His Bihar tenure was truly glorious’
Amit Shah praises Nitish Kumar's impactful tenure as Bihar's Chief Minister while welcoming his return to the Rajya Sabha. Amidst political rivalry, Kumar's nom
How Nitish Kumar’s Rajya Sabha move could reshape Bihar politics — What it means for JD(U) and BJP
Nitish Kumar's transition from CM to the Rajya Sabha marks a significant political shift in Bihar, potentially altering power dynamics within the NDA and shapin
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Still the default Android flagship
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra builds on its predecessors with small but meaningful upgrades. And spoiler alert: it remains the default choice for most.
Valorant reveals Miks, a controller agent that can heal teammates – All details
A new agent is entering Valorant soon. Riot Games has revealed Miks, a controller who can heal teammates and control fights using sound-based abilities.
OpenAI’s Bid to Allow X-rated Talk Is Freaking Out Its Own Advisers
Warnings surface that the company risks creating a ‘sexy suicide coach’ if it begins allowing sexually explicit chats
These small travel hacks help you stay connected anywhere in the world
International travel becomes much easier when your connectivity is planned in advance. This guide shares simple travel habits that help you stay online.
Sigma launches two new F1.4 lenses in India: 15mm Contemporary and 35mm Art
Tech News News: Sigma has announced two new F1.4 lenses for Indian photographers—the 15mm F1.4 DC | Contemporary for APS-C shooters and the 35mm F1.4 DG II |
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