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JD Vance may travel to Islamabad for US-Iran peace talks as a fragile ceasefire nears expiry. Donald Trump signaled urgency amid tensions, stalled negotiations, and disagreements over uranium enrichment and lifting the US blockade
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India-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh Indian vessel to transit the crucial maritime chokepoint amid the West Asia conflict. Two more tankers are expected soon as India works to secure energy supply routes.
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Nayara Energy raised petrol by Rs 5 per litre and diesel by Rs 3, becoming one of India’s first fuel retailers to pass on crude price hikes amid Middle East tensions. State-owned firms have kept prices unchanged since April 2022
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An Iranian military spokesperson, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, ridiculed United States ceasefire efforts, saying Washington is “negotiating with itself.” Iran rejected the proposal, signalling continued defiance and dim prospects for de-escalation amid escalating regional tensions
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The Donald Trump administration proposed a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via intermediaries as the US boosts troop deployment in the Middle East. Ongoing strikes, denials of talks, and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to escalate regional instability
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Indian airlines announced limited but continued flight operations to West Asia on March 22 amid the evolving Middle East situation. IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express advised passengers to monitor flight status due to possible last-minute changes.
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Mumbai markets rebounded sharply on Friday as Sensex and Nifty surged following a previous steep fall, aided by easing crude oil prices amid hopes of Middle East de-escalation, while most stocks gained, despite continued foreign investor selling pressure in markets today
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The United Arab Emirates suspended operations at Habshan gas facilities after intercepted missile debris fell, condemning Iran for the attack. Authorities warned of escalation, citing threats to regional stability and global energy security
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The rupee fell to a record low of 92.63 against the US dollar, pressured by foreign fund outflows, strong dollar demand and geopolitical tensions, even as domestic equities gained and crude prices showed slight easing in global markets.
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Animal rescue groups in Dubai report a surge in abandoned pets as residents leave the Middle East amid rising tensions and missile threats. Shelters are overwhelmed with dogs, cats and other animals left behind as owners struggle with costly relocation and complex travel procedures
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The Central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritise uninterrupted supply of piped natural gas for households, LPG, and CNG for transport amid disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict.
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The INDIA bloc staged a protest in the Parliament Complex, criticising the Centre for its silence on the escalating conflict in West Asia. Opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Akhilesh Yadav demanded a clear stance from the government.
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The Lok Sabha witnessed repeated adjournments on Monday as Opposition members disrupted proceedings demanding a full-fledged debate on the West Asia crisis. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s statement was drowned out by slogans.
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India is unlikely to raise petrol and diesel prices immediately despite global crude oil crossing $110 a barrel due to Middle East tensions. The government expects state-run oil companies to absorb the impact temporarily as supply stabilises and imports diversify away from the Strait of Hormuz
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Global crude oil prices surged past $91 per barrel amid escalating tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, reviving inflation fears. However, Indian officials said the country has sufficient crude, fuel and LPG stocks despite possible disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Sensex and Nifty fell sharply in early trade Friday as Middle East tensions, weak US equities and continued foreign fund outflows dampened investor sentiment. ICICI Bank and L&T led losses, while IT stocks gained. FIIs remained sellers despite DII support
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The release of “Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups,” starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, has been postponed to June 4 due to Middle East tensions. The film avoids a box office clash with Dhurandhar
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An Iranian drone strike killed six US soldiers at a tactical operations centre in Port Shuaiba, located miles from Camp Arifjan. The attack, confirmed by the Pentagon, raises concerns over troop safety amid escalating regional conflict
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A significant number of personnel - including players, match officials, broadcast teams, and event staff - rely on Gulf hub airports, particularly Dubai, as key transit points
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The agreement is more symbolic than operational—offering Riyadh with reassurance and throwing Islamabad a lifeline
