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  'We have no trust in Americans, India can play bigger role': Iran FM Araghchi on Middle East conflic

  India | May 15, 2026 16:59 IST

  The Iranian minister also referred to the situation around the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as 'very complicated'. However, he said Iran is prepared to assist in ensuring the safe movement of vessels through the strategic waterway, which is crucial for global oil trade.

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  BRICS can help countries facing challenges of energy supplies, food and health security: Jaishankar

  India | May 14, 2026 11:58 IST

  BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meet: EAM S Jaishankar said there's growing expectation, particularly from emerging markets, that BRICS will play a stabilising role in global landscape.

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  No supply issue: India has 69 days of crude oil, LNG reserves and 45 days of LPG stock

  India | May 12, 2026 12:52 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for judicious use of fuel, postponement of gold purchases, and foreign travel, among other measures, to strengthen the economy.

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  Choose India, not overseas: PM Modi's appeal against destination weddings abroad amid austerity call

  India | May 12, 2026 9:02 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to rethink the growing trend of hosting weddings abroad and instead choose domestic destinations. He also highlighted the cultural, emotional and economic advantages of celebrating ceremonies within the country.

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  Why PM Modi asked Indians to avoid buying gold for a year amid West Asia war? Explained

  Explainers | May 11, 2026 14:35 IST

  PM Modi's request urging Indians to avoid gold purchases for a year comes during a period of soaring crude prices and the economic strain caused by the West Asia crisis. Here is why the appeal is tied to foreign exchange pressure and rising import costs.

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  'Proofs of failure': Rahul Gandhi attacks govt over PM Modi's appeals to counter West Asia crisis

  India | May 11, 2026 10:54 IST

  PM Modi suggested reducing petrol and diesel consumption, using metro rail services in cities, carpooling, increased use of electric vehicles, utilising railway services for parcel movement, and working from home to conserve foreign exchange amid the crisis in West Asia.

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  Donald Trump to visit China from May 13 to 15 at Xi Jinping's invitation: What's on agenda?

  World | May 11, 2026 8:40 IST

  US President Donald Trump is set to visit China on Wednesday for a three-day visit that is expected to focus on Iran, trade disputes and a range of strategic issues. The trip was postponed earlier due to unrest in the Middle East.

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  'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE': Trump rejects Iran's response to US peace proposal to end West Asia war

  World | May 11, 2026 7:03 IST

  Donald Trump denounced Iran's response to Washington's de-escalation proposal, calling it unacceptable. Tehran has demanded sanctions relief, withdrawal of US forces and an end to regional hostilities.

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  Govt clears Rs 5,000 crore emergency credit scheme for airlines amid jet fuel price surge

  Business | May 06, 2026 19:31 IST

  Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the ECLGS 5.0 scheme to provide targeted credit support to Indian airlines.

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  PM Modi receives call from Macron; discusses West Asia situation, Strait of Hormuz security

  India | April 16, 2026 23:48 IST

  In a post on X, the Prime Minister said both leaders agreed on the importance of ensuring stability in the region and maintaining secure maritime routes amid rising tensions.

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  UK, France rally 40 nations for Hormuz talks to restore freedom of navigation amid West Asia turmoil

  World | April 14, 2026 20:13 IST

  France and the UK will co-host a major video conference this week, assembling over 40 countries to work on restoring safe navigation through the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The initiative follows stalled US-Iran talks and growing global concern over rising tensions in West Asia.

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  India caps refinery margins after windfall tax on exports to balance fuel losses amid West Asia war

  Business | April 09, 2026 20:41 IST

  India has capped refinery margins and imposed windfall taxes to offset massive fuel losses arising from a surge in global crude prices. With petrol and diesel rates frozen since 2022, OMCs have introduced steep RTP discounts to manage soaring under-recoveries.

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  Over 10,000 flights by Indian carriers to West Asia cancelled since war began: MoCA official

  India | April 07, 2026 18:01 IST

  Indian carriers used to operate 300-350 daily flights to West Asia, and the number has come down to 80-90. The war in West Asia broke out on February 28 when the US and Israel attacked Iran, and the latter retaliated.

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  'Whole civilisation will die tonight, never to be brought back again': Trump's big warning to Iran

  World | April 07, 2026 23:50 IST

  Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran ahead of his Tuesday deadline, asserting that a failure to reach a deal could lead to the collapse of an entire civilisation. His message on Truth Social has amplified global concerns as tensions peak in West Asia.

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  Strait of Hormuz crisis: Two Indian LPG tankers sail out safely, 16 still stranded

  World | April 06, 2026 19:02 IST

  Two more Indian LPG carriers, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, have crossed the Strait of Hormuz as 16 Indian flagged vessels continue to remain stranded due to the West Asia crisis. Last week, two LPG carriers carrying a combined LPG cargo of about 94,000 tonnes safely transited the region.

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  'Military means cannot resolve any issue': China's retort to Trump on 'blasting Iran' remark

  World | April 02, 2026 20:11 IST

  Military means cannot fundamentally solve any issue, and escalation of the conflict does not serve any party's interest, China's Foreign Ministry said in response to latest threats to Iran.

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  At CCS meet on Iran war, PM Modi orders Cabinet to ensure common man's critical needs are met

  India | April 01, 2026 23:48 IST

  This is the second meeting of the CCS held by the prime minister since the conflict began on February 28. The first meeting was held on March 22.

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  UAE bars entry and transit for Iranians as airlines announce travel ban amid West Asia conflict

  World | April 01, 2026 7:45 IST

  The UAE has imposed a travel ban on Iranian passport holders amid escalating hostilities in West Asia, with major airlines confirming the restrictions. The announcement follows repeated missile and drone attacks intercepted by UAE air defence systems.

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  Iran War: No response to US proposals, Iran rules out any offers or conditions

  World | March 31, 2026 23:46 IST

  Iran War LIVE: Donald Trump has threatened widespread destruction of Iran's energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants, if a deal to end the war with Tehran is not reached shortly.