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The Indian Navy will hold its commanders’ conference in New Delhi from April 14–16 to review implications of the West Asia crisis on energy security and operational readiness. Led by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, discussions will focus on maritime strategy, technology, and Indo-Pacific security

Iran and the United States have opened negotiations in Islamabad, with discussions centred on a Lebanon ceasefire, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and security in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials insist that Washington must hold Israel accountable for ceasefire violations, while warning that prioritising Israeli interests could derail talks.

The fragile ceasefire in Iran faces mounting challenges as US Vice President JD Vance travels to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire, while Kuwait reports multiple drone attacks allegedly linked to Iran. Despite denials from the Revolutionary Guard, tensions remain high across the Middle East.

Mumbai equities surged tracking gains despite geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz concerns, with Sensex and Nifty rising led by banking, auto and metals, while IT lagged; analysts expect easing energy prices and remain optimistic on growth and upcoming earnings

India-flagged LPG tanker Green Asha has safely reached JNPA in Navi Mumbai, boosting cooking gas supplies amid the West Asia crisis. Authorities confirmed safe maritime operations, increased gas allocation, and continued monitoring of the Persian Gulf region

Iranian semiofficial agencies ISNA news agency and Tasnim reported Revolutionary Guard sea mine placement in the Strait of Hormuz, marking danger zones and alternate routes during war, raising tensions amid a fragile ceasefire and potential negotiations

The United States urged Iran to immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran closed the strategic waterway following Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon. The move has cast doubt over a fragile US-Iran ceasefire amid escalating regional tensions and uncertainty over oil shipments

Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Pakistan’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire, calling it a setback to his diplomacy. The party also attacked his silence on Israel and global developments, while leaders raised concerns over India’s foreign policy approach

Donald Trump shifted from threatening Iran to backing a 14-day ceasefire after mediation efforts, including Shehbaz Sharif. The move aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and avoid prolonged US military involvement

Donald Trump hailed the ceasefire as a “big day for world peace,” pledging US support to ease congestion in the Strait of Hormuz while expressing confidence in stability and reconstruction efforts in Iran

The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with President Donald Trump pulling back planned strikes. The deal includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and initiating talks, though sporadic attacks continue across the region

The UN Security Council failed to pass a resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after Russia and China vetoed the proposal. Bahrain, backed by Gulf allies, had introduced a toned-down draft calling for defensive coordination, but Pakistan and Colombia abstained.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised US President Donald Trump’s remarks that “a whole civilization will die” if Iran fails to meet his deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Gandhi asserted that nuclear weapons can never be justified under any circumstances.

At a United Nations Security Council session, Iranian envoy Amir-Saeid Iravani warned that Tehran would take immediate and proportionate action if US President Donald Trump carried out threats to attack Iran’s “entire civilisation.”

US President Donald Trump warned that “whole civilisation will die tonight” if Iran fails to meet his 8 pm Washington deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The ultimatum comes amid escalating tensions, Israeli strikes and growing global concerns over the conflict

The Strait of Hormuz crisis has intensified as Donald Trump pressures Iran to reopen shipping. Experts outline ceasefire, military intervention, or UN-led action scenarios, warning global oil trade and economic stability remain at risk

Saudi Arabia closed the King Fahd Causeway after Iranian missile strikes targeted its Eastern Province amid escalating conflict. Donald Trump renewed threats over the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider regional war

The government said 16 Indian vessels remain in the Persian Gulf while over 1,599 seafarers have been repatriated. India has evacuated 1,777 nationals from Iran and continues monitoring the situation, ensuring safe transit and normal port and flight operations

US President Donald Trump intensified threats against Iran, warning of strikes on key infrastructure amid escalating conflict. Airstrikes and missile attacks caused casualties across Iran and Israel, while rising tensions disrupted oil markets

The Council on American-Islamic Relations criticised US President Donald Trump for invoking “Praise be to Allah” in a social media post threatening Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, accusing him of mocking Islam and weaponising religious language