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India calls Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital 'cowardly'

India condemned Pakistan's airstrike on Kabul's Omid hospital, calling it "barbaric" and "cowardly," MEA called it a violation of Afghan sovereignty and urged international accountability. At the UN, India accused Pakistan of politicising religion while reaffirming its commitment to religious coexistence and inclusive societies.

22 days ago

Oil prices surge as Strait of Hormuz disruptions heighten supply fears amid US‑Israel‑Iran conflict

Crude oil prices rebounded sharply, with Brent crude rising nearly 3 percent to around 103 dollars per barrel and WTI climbing over 3 percent to about 96 dollars per barrel. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict have fueled supply concerns and inflation risks.

22 days ago

'Scurrilous campaign exposed': Advocate after HC orders removal of posts on Hardeep Puri's daughter

Epstein Files: Delhi High Court directs to remove social media posts linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Jeffrey Epstein

Delhi High Court granted interim relief to Himayani Puri, directing platforms like X, Google, YouTube, Meta, and LinkedIn to take down posts falsely linking her to Jeffrey Epstein. Representing her, Senior Advocate Mahesh Jethmalani termed the order a "vindication" against a defamatory and baseless campaign.

22 days ago

ISIS calls for attacks on Hindus in India, South Asia: Report

The report highlighted a March 9 message by a pro-ISIS user urging violence in regions including West Bengal, Assam, Tripura, Manipur, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, with the content spreading across platforms like Telegram and RocketChat.

22 days ago

TSA chaos hits US airports amid shutdowns

Authorities have advised passengers to arrive much earlier for flights, while travellers continue to face cancellations, delays, and rescheduling issues. Airline executives have also warned of rising frustration among passengers due to repeated shutdown-related disruptions.

22 days ago

Trump says Iran war may end soon after 'very good' call with Putin; says Putin wants to be helpful but urged him to focus on ending Ukraine war

Trump seeks help: Why countries are reluctant to respond to his appeal to keep Strait of Hormuz open [Explainer]

As global oil prices surge, key US allies and China are resisting President Donald Trump's urgent call to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz, citing legal constraints, high military risks and deep-seated opposition to the ongoing war with Iran

22 days ago

'If India can get involved': Finnish Prez calls on Delhi to broker ceasefire in West Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing concern over rising civilian casualties and stressing the importance of regional stability, energy security, and the safety of Indian nationals.

22 days ago

Indian‑flagged LPG tanker 'Nanda Devi' arrives at Gujarat's Vadinar Port

The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Nanda Devi arrived at Vadinar Port, Gujarat, becoming the second LPG carrier to reach India's west coast this week after Shivalik docked at Mundra Port. Both vessels carried critical LPG supplies following a hazardous passage through the Strait of Hormuz

22 days ago

Russia downs 20 drones over Moscow since midnight

More than 20 Ukrainian drones have been shot down over Moscow since midnight Tuesday, according to TASS.

22 days ago

Over 400 killed after Pakistan airstrike on Kabul rehabilitation centre; Shehbaz Sharif denies allegations of attack

Hundreds of people were reportedly killed or injured after an airstrike struck a major drug rehabilitation facility in Kabul, with the Taliban government blaming Pakistan for the attack. Taliban officials claimed the death toll has reached around 400, with another 250 people injured

22 days ago

Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves; GRAP curbs fully revoked

AQI levels are below 200, with the city's overall AQI at 119. The Commission for Air Quality Management attributed the improvement to favourable weather conditions, while forecasts from the India Meteorological Department suggest AQI is likely to remain in the moderate range in the coming days.

22 days ago

Greece and Germany rule out involvement in possible operation in Strait of Hormuz

Greece and Germany have ruled out participation in any military operation in the Strait of Hormuz despite calls from Donald Trump for countries dependent on Middle Eastern oil to join a naval coalition to escort vessels. Australia said it would not deploy a warship to the region

23 days ago

Over 1 lakh women employed in iPhone factories in India alone: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Apple has expanded its manufacturing operations in India significantly, assembling about 55 million iPhones in 2025, a 53% increase from the previous year. India now produces roughly a quarter of Apple's global iPhone output as the company diversifies production away from China.

23 days ago

Over 4,300 Indian flights cancelled amid West Asia crisis: Govt

Despite the disruption, around 2,19,780 passengers travelled during the period of heightened tensions. Authorities, including the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Civil Aviation Ministry, are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with regional authorities.

23 days ago

Govt has claimed $2.81 bn from Reliance, BP for allegedly siphoning ONGC gas: Minister

Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi told the Rajya Sabha that the matter is currently pending before the Supreme Court of India after a February 2025 ruling by the Delhi High Court set aside a 2018 arbitration award that had earlier cleared Reliance of liability.

23 days ago

Israeli strike destroys aircraft used by Khamenei at Tehran airport

Amid the escalating conflict, a drone attack triggered a fire at the Port of Fujairah in the UAE, forcing a suspension of oil loading operations. US fighter jets also reportedly struck military facilities near Iran's Chabahar Free Trade-Industrial Zone.

23 days ago

Fact Check: No, journalist Aditya Raj Kaul was not arrested in Israel

Social media posts claim journalist Aditya Raj Kaul was arrested in Israel. A fact check shows the claim is false, as Kaul continues reporting and has addressed the rumours online.

23 days ago

Trump warns of tougher strikes if Iran blocks oil flow; Tehran says 'not a single litre of oil will be exported' amid US-Israel attacks

Trump urges allies to secure Hormuz, pressures China, warns NATO of 'very bad' outcome

Trump specifically pressured China to assist, warning that the Strait's closure threatens global oil supplies. He emphasized that the coalition could involve naval patrols, minesweepers, and forces capable of countering threats along Iran's coastline,

23 days ago

West Asia conflict: India advises nationals in Iran against uncoordinated movement toward land borders

Amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Embassy of India, Tehran has advised Indian nationals in Iran not to attempt crossing any land border without prior coordination with the embassy. The embassy said uncoordinated travel toward borders could lead to serious logistical and immigration problems.

23 days ago

Airfares set to rise: Akasa, IndiGo, Air India impose fuel surcharge as West Asia tensions hit aviation

IndiGo partners with Adani Airports to offer IndiGo BluChips on duty-free shopping

IndiGo has partnered with Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) to allow members of the IndiGo BluChip loyalty programme to earn rewards on duty-free shopping at AAHL-managed airports. Travellers can earn five BluChips for every ₹100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked through the Adani platform

23 days ago

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Articles by IBT News Desk

India calls Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital 'cowardly'

Oil prices surge as Strait of Hormuz disruptions heighten supply fears amid US‑Israel‑Iran conflict

Epstein Files: Delhi High Court directs to remove social media posts linking Hardeep Puri's daughter to Jeffrey Epstein

ISIS calls for attacks on Hindus in India, South Asia: Report

TSA chaos hits US airports amid shutdowns

Trump seeks help: Why countries are reluctant to respond to his appeal to keep Strait of Hormuz open [Explainer]

'If India can get involved': Finnish Prez calls on Delhi to broker ceasefire in West Asia

Indian‑flagged LPG tanker 'Nanda Devi' arrives at Gujarat's Vadinar Port

Russia downs 20 drones over Moscow since midnight

Over 400 killed after Pakistan airstrike on Kabul rehabilitation centre; Shehbaz Sharif denies allegations of attack

Delhi breathes easier as air quality improves; GRAP curbs fully revoked

Greece and Germany rule out involvement in possible operation in Strait of Hormuz

Over 1 lakh women employed in iPhone factories in India alone: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Over 4,300 Indian flights cancelled amid West Asia crisis: Govt

Govt has claimed $2.81 bn from Reliance, BP for allegedly siphoning ONGC gas: Minister

Israeli strike destroys aircraft used by Khamenei at Tehran airport

Fact Check: No, journalist Aditya Raj Kaul was not arrested in Israel

Trump urges allies to secure Hormuz, pressures China, warns NATO of 'very bad' outcome

West Asia conflict: India advises nationals in Iran against uncoordinated movement toward land borders

IndiGo partners with Adani Airports to offer IndiGo BluChips on duty-free shopping

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'