Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair a crucial Council of Ministers meeting at Seva Teerth in Delhi at 4 pm on Thursday. All Union ministers, including Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge, and ministers of state, have been asked to remain in the capital during this period. The meeting comes immediately after PM Modi’s foreign visit and is expected to cover governance priorities, regional geopolitical developments, and possible political changes within the g

Iran has presented a comprehensive peace plan to the United States, aiming to end hostilities in Lebanon and across the region. The proposal calls for the withdrawal of US forces near Iranian borders, reparations for conflict damages, lifting of economic sanctions, release of frozen funds, and the removal of the US naval blockade from Iranian ports. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi highlighted that Tehran’s plan is designed to foster lasting peace in West Asia through diplomacy and

Vladimir Putin met Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on Monday, reaffirming Russia’s commitment to maintaining strong strategic relations with Iran amid escalating tensions in West Asia. During the meeting, Putin emphasized that Russia would continue to act in ways that serve the interests of Iran and the broader

India is set to continue importing Russian crude oil and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) even after the expiration of the 30-day sanctions waiver granted by the United States on April 11, 2026. Officials indicated that the country’s energy import strategy is guided by sovereign priorities and commercial considerations rather than external sanctions frameworks. Indian refineries are expected to maintain their existing procurement approach by sourcing supplies from non-sanctioned entities and c

India reaffirmed its strategy of sourcing oil from a wide range of suppliers to safeguard its energy needs amid ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting global trade routes. Speaking at an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:29 PM IST, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that the country’s approach is guided by the need to ensure energy security for its population of 1.4 billion while adapting to evolving internati

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its growth projections for India, forecasting a robust 6.5% growth for both 2026 and 2027, despite the global economic disruptions caused by the ongoing war in West Asia. India remains the fastest-growing major economy, although the IMF's global growth forecast has been downgraded to 3.1% for 2026, a decline from its January projection. The IMF report highlights the toll the war has taken on global markets and supply chains, especially in sect

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday, April 12, 2026, warned that the United States could impose steep new tariffs on China if Beijing is found to be providing military assistance to Iran during the ongoing West As

Port Louis, Mauritius — Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful announced that India is expected to supply approximately 1.2 million tonnes of petroleum products annually to the island nation, as global supply chains remain strained due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The agreement, currently in the form of a memorandum of understanding with the Government of India, is pending final approva

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India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday held a detailed telephonic conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on the escalating West Asia conflict and its broader implications for global energy security and economic stability. The discussion comes at a critical time when geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region are raising concerns among major economies dependent on stable crude oil supply chains. According to Jaishankar, the conversation add

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 has been hit by a major disruption after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced drastic changes to the tournament format. Due to the ongoing fuel shortage triggered by the West Asia conflict, the PCB has decided to stage the matches behind closed doors and restrict the tournament to only two venues Lahore and Karachi. This decision has raised eyebrows, and social media users have mocked the league, dubbing it the Petrol Shortage League. The P

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held extensive discussions with foreign ministers from the 27 member states of the European Union during a meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday. The talks focused on key global developments, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, tensions in West Asia, evolving strategic dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region and the future trajectory of India-EU relations. Jaishankar attended the meeting at the invitation of

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government is taking comprehensive steps to safeguard India’s energy security as global fuel markets face uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Addressing the NXT Summit 2026 in New Delhi on March 12, the prime minister said India has adopted a holistic strategy to strengthen its energy sector and reduce vulnerability to global disruptions. Modi said the country has significantly expanded its strategic petroleum reserve in r

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a conversation with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian and expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions in West Asia, highlighting the growing impact of the conflict on civilian lives and infrastructure. During the discussion, Modi emphasized the need for restraint and reiterated India’s long-standing position that dialogue and diplomacy remain the most effective path toward resolving regional disputes. According to the Prime

Tensions across West Asia continued to escalate as the conflict between Israel and Iran entered its eleventh day, with new missile interceptions and expanding military operations reported across several parts of the region. The ongoing Israel-Iran war has heightened fears of a wider regional security crisis, as both sides signal that hostilities are far from over and military pressure may intensify in the coming days. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Tuesday that

Israel has intensified its military campaign against Iran, announcing that more than 5,000 bombs have been dropped on targets across the country since the conflict began. The Israeli military said the operations are continuing to expand, with a strong focus on establishing and maintaining air superiority, particularly over the Tehran region. The announcement marks a significant escalation in hostilities, as the confrontation between the two regional powers enters its fifth day with mounting casu