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  Rajnath Singh chairs second IGoM meet, hails 25% monthly cap on aviation fuel hike amid Gulf tension

  India | April 02, 2026 22:34 IST

  The first meeting was held on March 28, when Singh had asked officials to closely monitor the situation and ensure coordinated action while planning for long-term stability.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, April 2, 2026

  India | April 02, 2026 20:21 IST

  On Thursday morning, a massive protest was launched in Malda by people whose names were excluded from the voter list. They blocked National Highway 12.

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  After Trump's 'unhelpful' jab at France, Macron schools US President over his contradictory remarks

  World | April 02, 2026 18:15 IST

  Macron also took a dig at Trump’s earlier remark, where he claimed that the US destroyed all the nuclear facilities in Iran.

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  At UK-led summit to reopen Hormuz Strait, India stresses on safety of global shipping lanes

  India | April 02, 2026 22:04 IST

  Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attended the multi-nation talks hosted by the UK to resolve the Hormuz crisis amid the US, Israel-Iran war.

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  Hormuz disruptions caused huge economic impact, energy instability in region: Indian Navy chief

  India | April 02, 2026 17:25 IST

  Speaking at the flagging of ceremony of IOS SAGAR in Mumbai, Indian Navy chief Admiral DK Tripathi said that the competition at the sea is no longer restricted to oil and energy, and has expanded to resources which will now shape the future growth.

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  'Our friends are in safe hands': Iran reassures India on Hormuz amid escalating tensions in Gulf

  World | April 02, 2026 17:09 IST

  Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs have been in continuous contact with Iranian officials to ensure the safety of Indian nationals and secure safe passage for Indian vessels amid the Gulf conflict.

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  'Looks like Putin's dream plan': Polish PM Tusk rebukes Trump over NATO threats amid Gulf conflict

  World | April 02, 2026 16:24 IST

  Notably, Trump has repeatedly criticised NATO for not supporting the United States in the Middle East conflict. In an interview with The Telegraph on Wednesday, he said he was never convinced by NATO’s strength and had long believed it was ineffective.

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  UK to host 35-nation meet on reopening of Strait of Hormuz as global pressure mounts amid Iran war

  World | April 02, 2026 11:01 IST

  As many as thirty-five nations are moving to increase diplomatic pressure on Iran as attacks on commercial vessels have effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz. With global oil prices rising sharply, the United Kingdom is leading discussions on restoring maritime security.

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  Iran War LIVE Updates: Time for Iran to make a deal before it's too late, says Trump in fresh threat

  World | April 02, 2026 23:46 IST

  Iran War: US President Donald Trump warned that Iran could face severe military action in the coming weeks amid the ongoing conflict in the region. He further claimed that there has been a "regime change" following the ongoing US and Israeli military action in Tehran.

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  'We don't need oil from Hormuz': Trump says countries that need must show 'courage' to protect it

  World | April 02, 2026 7:56 IST

  US President Donald Trump said that the countries that receive oil through the Strait of Hormuz should show "courage" and seize the key waterway.

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  US, Iran negotiating ceasefire deal in exchange for reopening Strait of Hormuz: Report

  World | April 02, 2026 7:20 IST

  Iran war: The report suggests backchannel discussions are underway between the US and Iran, possibly via mediators, linking a ceasefire to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though no agreement has been finalised yet, and positions remain fluid.

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  Haqiqat Kya Hai : Whether Trump will accept defeat or land troops in Iran ?

  Kurukshetra | April 02, 2026 3:59 IST

  What is Donald Trump going to announce? What major update is Trump going to give on the war? Is Trump going to declare the war over or declare a new one? Is Trump going to land US troops on Iranian soil?

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  IndiGo announces up to Rs 10,000 fuel surcharge on airfares from April 2; air travel to get costlier

  India | April 01, 2026 20:59 IST

  The move comes after the government partially increased ATF prices by 25 per cent for domestic flights. Earlier, from March 14, IndiGo had already introduced fuel surcharges of Rs 425 to Rs 2,300 for flights within India and abroad, following a spike in fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict.

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  'Traffic through Strait of Hormuz down to 6-7 ships daily': Navy Chief Admiral DK Tripathi

  India | April 01, 2026 21:01 IST

  The Strait of Hormuz, responsible for transporting roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply, has emerged as a major flashpoint.

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  Iran says prepared for 'at least six months' of war as Trump claims Tehran approached for ceasefire

  World | April 01, 2026 19:51 IST

  Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran has approached the United States seeking a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. He stated that any such request would only be considered if the Strait of Hormuz is 'open, free and clear'.

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  Maharashtra fast-tracks gas pipeline expansion; 24-hour approval window launched amid Gulf tensions

  Maharashtra | April 01, 2026 18:02 IST

  Piped Natural Gas (PNG) has now been classified as an essential service, on par with water and electricity. Domestic consumers will be given priority, while hotels, schools, hospitals, community kitchens, and hostels will receive 50 per cent of supply at commercial rates.

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  NATO headed for collapse? Trump says US strongly considering quitting, repeats 'paper tiger' jibe

  World | April 01, 2026 16:50 IST

  Donald Trump lashed out at NATO allies over their lack of support in the Iran war and in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and has now said that the US is strongly considering leaving the defence treaty.

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  UAE preparing to join US in war against Iran to force open Strait of Hormuz: Report

  World | April 01, 2026 11:17 IST

  This comes as global oil and gas prices have surged sharply after Iran effectively restricted movement through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow shipping corridor between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman that handles roughly 20% of the world's oil and LNG supplies.

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  'Go get your oil, securing Strait of Hormuz is not for us': Trump lashes out at allies amid Iran war

  World | April 01, 2026 9:02 IST

  Trump expressed frustration with allies who have been unwilling to do more to support the US war effort, telling them to "go get your own oil." US gas prices jumped past an average of USD 4 a gallon for the first time since 2022 on Tuesday.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Strait of Hormuz closed, what threat did Trump give to Europe on oil?

  Aaj Ki Baat | April 01, 2026 2:59 IST

  The US signaled a retreat in the war against Iran. President Donald Trump stated that the US had achieved its goals against Iran. Whether the Strait of Hormuz opens or not is of no concern to him.