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  'We are not a dalal nation': EAM Jaishankar's blunt response on Pakistan mediation buzz in Gulf

  India | March 25, 2026 21:33 IST

  The Centre on Wednesday held a meeting with leaders from across political parties to review the situation arising from the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The discussion aimed to share updates and address concerns over any possible impact on India.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 24, 2026

  India | March 24, 2026 20:07 IST

  Trump claimed that the Iranian side contacted him to broker a truce in the Middle East, claiming they wanted to make a deal with the US. Tehran, however, refuted his claim.

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  S Jaishankar, Marco Rubio discuss economic fallout, energy security amid Middle East tensions

  India | March 23, 2026 23:37 IST

  This came hours after Donald Trump announced that the US had been holding a meaningful dialogue with Iran to materialise a deal in order to establish peace in the region.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 23, 2026

  India | March 23, 2026 20:23 IST

  Trump said on Monday that he has directed the American military to postpone targeting Tehran's power plants and energy infrastructure for next five days following the recent talks with the Iranian side in the past two days.

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  PM Modi holds key meeting to review country's energy situation as conflict rages in Middle East

  India | March 22, 2026 17:09 IST

  The conflict, which began on February 28, involves military action between the United States and Israel against Iran, followed by retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Israel and some Gulf nations. The situation has intensified concerns over energy transport routes.

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  Iran warns of wide retaliation as US mulls attacks on Tehran's energy infrastructure

  World | March 22, 2026 15:30 IST

  Meanwhile, reports suggest that the Pentagon is preparing for multiple scenarios, including the possible deployment of ground forces. As per sources, military planners are developing detailed strategies to support potential decisions by Donald Trump.

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  Fuel crunch amid war: How Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh are tackling fuel crisis | Explained

  Explainers | March 18, 2026 13:42 IST

  The widening Middle East conflict has triggered a sharp fuel crisis across South Asia, pushing nations like Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh to adopt emergency measures. From reduced work weeks to strict rationing and austerity measures, each country is battling rising costs and supply disruptions.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 17, 2026

  India | March 17, 2026 19:49 IST

  Afghanistan's deputy government spokesman said early Tuesday the death toll from an airstrike by Pakistan that hit a hospital treating drug users in the Afghan capital Kabul has increased to 400.

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  Sri Lanka introduces four-day work week amid fuel shortages; declares every Wednesday public holiday

  World | March 17, 2026 19:37 IST

  Officials said that discussions with India and Russia are ongoing to secure a steady fuel supply. The move comes in the wake of escalating tensions in the Gulf, where the US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on February 28.

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  'Doing everything possible to safeguard India's energy security': PM Modi on Middle East conflict

  India | March 12, 2026 21:56 IST

  Amid reports of fuel and LPG shortage, PM Modi urged state governments to enhance monitoring to curb black-marketing and hoarding, underscoring the importance of protecting citizens from global shocks.

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  EAM held talks with Iran three times, flagged India's energy security and safety of vessels: MEA

  India | March 12, 2026 16:00 IST

  On evacuation of Indian nationals from the strife-hit region, Jaiswal said the Foreign Ministry was helping people who wish to return home. Sharing the details further, he said over several people from Iran have been either been evacuated or shifted to safer locations.

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  India-bound Thai cargo ship hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz as conflict rages in Middle East

  World | March 11, 2026 17:08 IST

  The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime passages, carrying a large portion of international oil and cargo shipments. Officials are continuing to monitor the situation as further details emerge.

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  Trump signals possible talks with Iran as Middle East reels under severe unrest: Report

  World | March 10, 2026 19:23 IST

  US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that American forces are stepping up operations against Iranian targets, signalling a sharp escalation in the conflict.

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  OPINION | War will continue, Iran unlikely to surrender soon

  India | March 10, 2026 16:48 IST

  On Monday, Iran declared the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son Mujtaba Khamenei as its supreme leader. Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated him, but US leaders said Mujtaba may not remain alive for long.

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  Pakistan: Islamabad, Rawalpindi may face fuel shortage after oil tankers' strike halts supply

  World | September 19, 2023 13:06 IST

  The association of oil tankers are currently holding negotiations in Karachi, and if they fail, the cities might witness a shortage of petrol and diesel.

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  Bangladesh cuts school, office hours to save electricity

  World | August 26, 2022 11:56 IST

  Bangladesh news: The decision has drawn criticism, but the government said it is necessary to cut losses amid rising international fuel prices.

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  Who can be the next President of Sri Lanka? DETAILS

  World | July 16, 2022 6:31 IST

  Sri Lanka Crisis: The only time when Sri Lanka's presidency became vacant mid-term was in 1993 after the assassination of then-president Ranasinghe Premadasa.

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  Sri Lankan Parliament to elect new president next week: Speaker

  World | July 11, 2022 19:54 IST

  President Rajapaksa is yet to resign formally, however, he informed the Speaker on Saturday that he will quit on July 13.

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  Sri Lanka fuel crisis: Govt declares week-long holiday for schools from tomorrow

  World | July 03, 2022 22:28 IST

  The government-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) stopped issuing fuel to any vehicle other than those involved in essential services.

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  Russia-Ukraine war has thrown up 'fuel, food and fertiliser' crisis: EAM S Jaishankar

  India | June 10, 2022 8:24 IST

  The minister said the country faced four major challenges in the last two years. These 4 issues were COVID, tension with China along the Line of Actual Control, the Afghanistan situation and the Ukraine war.