Strait of Hormuz
Centre Conducts Over 1,900 Raids, Suspends 74 LPG Distributors to Curb Hoarding Amid Supply Push
Government prioritises domestic LPG delivery with 47 lakh cylinders supplied in a single day as a Marshall Islands-flagged carrier carrying Indian cargo safely crosses the Strait of Hormuz
Middle East Nations Forge Alternative Trade Corridor as Hormuz Blockade Exposes Supply Chain Vulnerability
Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Turkey accelerate development of rail links, maritime corridors, and pipeline networks to reduce strategic dependence on the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
U.S. President Donald Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran
Following Pakistan’s mediation, President Trump suspended planned strikes on Iran, citing progress on a 10-point proposal. The 14-day window aims to finalize a historic peace deal while ensuring the immediate, safe reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz for international shipping.
Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz; Threatens Strikes on Oil and Power Infrastructure
Trump Iran Ultimatum: President Donald Trump has issued a high-stakes 48-hour ultimatum to Tehran, threatening to strike Iran's critical oil depots and power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened immediately. As Operation Epic Fury intensifies, global markets brace for a potential total shutdown of Iranian energy assets.
Centre Scales Up Fuel Supply Monitoring and Maritime Safety Amid West Asia Crisis
The Government of India has scaled up fuel monitoring and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia crisis. With robust LPG, petrol, and diesel stocks, plus a continued ₹10 excise duty cut, the Centre ensures domestic stability while the Indian Navy secures vital trade routes.
Trump Signals Iranian Conflict Could End Within Fortnight; Global Fuel Prices Unlikely to Ease Immediately
Trump on Iran Conflict: President Donald Trump has indicated that the ongoing conflict with Iran could end within the next 15 days. However, experts state that immediate relief in fuel prices is unlikely due to disruptions in the global supply chain.
West Asia Crisis: PM Modi Urges Vigilance Against Rumors, Assures Stability in Fuel Supply
PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation during 'Mann Ki Baat' regarding the tensions in West Asia and the energy crisis. The Prime Minister stated that India is prepared to tackle any fuel-related challenges and appealed to citizens to refrain from spreading rumors.
