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The US sought to contain controversy after President Donald Trump reposted remarks calling India a “hellhole”, with officials clarifying he considers India a “great country”. India reacted cautiously, as diplomatic efforts aimed to defuse tensions triggered by the post
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India welcomed Japan’s decision to review its defence equipment and technology transfer rules, calling it a boost to bilateral security cooperation. MEA said defence ties remain a key pillar of the India–Japan strategic partnership, supporting tech and industrial collaboration
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India’s ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra said India’s transformation is driven by strong economic growth, governance reforms, digital and physical infrastructure, and technological innovation. He highlighted deepening India–US ties and India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047
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France has waived transit visa requirements for Indian travellers passing through its airports, effective April 10, 2026. The move, agreed during PM Modi–President Macron talks, aims to ease travel, strengthen bilateral ties, and boost people-to-people connectivity between India and France
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India confirmed 22 seafarers aboard two foreign-flagged ships targeted in the Strait of Hormuz are safe. Authorities are coordinating evacuations, monitoring the situation, and assisting nationals as tensions persist, while maritime operations and port activities in India remain unaffected
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US President Donald Trump ordered the US Navy to target Iranian small boats allegedly mining the Strait of Hormuz and intensify mine-clearing operations. The directive escalates military tensions in the critical global oil route amid ongoing US-Iran maritime conflict
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The US seized an oil tanker linked to Iranian crude smuggling in the Indian Ocean, escalating tensions after Iran captured vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has disrupted global shipping, pushed oil prices above $100, and increased economic strain worldwide
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India confirmed 14 ships have safely exited the Strait of Hormuz while 14 remain in the Persian Gulf amid rising tensions. Iran has attacked multiple vessels, including India-bound ships, prompting diplomatic protests from New Delhi over maritime safety and regional instability
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NCB has issued an advisory for Indian travellers to Maldives, warning against carrying unknown packages due to stricter anti-drug laws there. The agency cautioned that violations can lead to severe penalties, including life imprisonment or death under Maldivian law
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India has extended its ban on Pakistan-operated aircraft from using Indian airspace until May 24, continuing a restriction in place for over a year since the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack. The move forces rerouting of flights and prolongs bilateral aviation restrictions
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Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has stalled after Iran seized vessels, disrupting a key global energy route. Rising geopolitical tensions pushed oil prices above $103 per barrel, while India faces supply concerns but maintains normal fuel operations and diversifies imports
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India-Africa partnership will signal stability and reliability in a turbulent world, said S. Jaishankar. He highlighted deeper cooperation, capacity building, and shared global vision ahead of the India-Africa Forum Summit-IV and expanding strategic engagement
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The Strait of Hormuz blockade highlights Iran’s strategic leverage in global energy trade, doubling oil prices and impacting economies worldwide. Analysts using game theory argue nations must control critical resources or systems to strengthen negotiating power in an increasingly interdependent geopolitical world
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Mumbai reports rising global oil prices amid a prolonged Strait of Hormuz blockade linked to stalled US-Iran talks. Supply disruptions pushed Brent and WTI futures higher, raising concerns over India’s import bill, despite stable domestic fuel supply and ongoing geopolitical tensions
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While the Steve Jobs era was defined by groundbreaking innovation, Tim Cook’s leadership will be remembered for driving Apple’s exceptional financial growth
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US President Donald Trump extended the Iran ceasefire indefinitely at Pakistan’s request to allow more time for talks, even as Tehran escalated tensions by firing on ships and seizing two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz
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India has strongly denied reports that its vessels paid cash or cryptocurrency to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The clarification follows an April 18 incident where two Indian ships, including the Sanmar Herald, came under fire from Iranian forces and were forced to turn back.
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Romania recovered its 2,500-year-old Cotofenesti golden helmet and bracelets, stolen from a Dutch museum in 2025, after a 14-month investigation, with artifacts returned to Bucharest under guard, highlighting heritage vulnerability, ongoing searches for a missing bracelet, and cultural relief nationwide
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An unprecedented energy crisis, triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has accelerated a global shift toward renewables. Amid skyrocketing oil prices and supply disruptions, 50 nations are gathering in Colombia to negotiate a historic fossil-fuel phaseout treaty
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In Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard fired on a container ship, causing damage but no injuries. The incident escalates tensions after recent US actions against Iranian vessels, amid stalled ceasefire talks and rising regional instability
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US President Donald Trump has called on Iran to release eight detained women ahead of possible negotiations in Tehran. The detainees include members of the Bahai faith, teenage girls, and professionals arrested during anti-government protests earlier this year.
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World number one Jannik Sinner says his main focus is Roland Garros despite preparing for Madrid Open. The Italian star, fresh from Monte Carlo victory, aims to fine-tune his game before the French Open, the only Grand Slam missing from his collection
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India’s AIPA contingent delivered a strong performance at the WPC Series in Penang, Malaysia, winning multiple medals across categories. Vanshik Kapadia and Aalyka Ebrahim were among the top performers, highlighting India’s growing strength in international pickleball competitions
