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White House flags limited Hormuz passage, seeks Arab support for war costs

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt indicated that oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz could pick up, with around 20 tankers expected to transit the key waterway in the coming days.

Mar 31, 2026

Trump warns Iran on Hormuz, power grid if deal is not reached

Trump says willing to end war with Iran even if Hormuz Strait remains closed: US media

Donald Trump is reportedly open to ending US military operations against Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, opting to avoid a prolonged conflict. Instead, the US plans to weaken Iran's military capabilities and rely on diplomatic pressure or allies to reopen the key oil route.

Mar 31, 2026

Bomb threat at TVK chief Vijay's house declared hoax; probe launched into caller's identity

TVK chief Vijay files nomination, declares Rs 615 crore assets ahead of TN polls

TVK chief Vijay filed his nomination from Chennai's Perambur seat, urging voters to back his party's whistle symbol. Declaring assets worth Rs 615 crore, he attacked the ruling DMK and Chief Minister MK Stalin, promising honest governance. Vijay called for a "whistle revolution".

Mar 30, 2026

Iran rejects US proposed truce plan as 'very excessive, unrealistic'

President Donald Trump warned that if a deal is not reached and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, key Iranian energy and desalination facilities could be targeted. He described the potential strikes as retribution for past attacks on US personnel.

Mar 30, 2026

Commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by Rs 41 in relief for businesses

Petrol, diesel stocks adequate, no dry-outs at LPG agencies: Govt

LPG distribution continues without major disruptions, with increased domestic production and expanded delivery systems. The Centre has also urged the public to avoid misinformation and called on states to ensure accurate communication.

Mar 30, 2026

Maoists have no faith in democracy or development, says HM Shah in Lok Sabha

Shah said Naxalism rose due to limited post-Independence resources, weak state presence, and low literacy in tribal areas. He emphasised the Modi government's twin strategy of security and development, improving infrastructure, connectivity, and education, and urged Maoists to lay down arms.

Mar 30, 2026

'Tehran Asked For 7 Days, I Gave 10': Donald Trump Extends Deadline On Iran Strikes To April 6; Says 'Talks Going Really Well'

Trump warns Iran on Hormuz, power grid if deal is not reached

Donald Trump warned that the United States could strike Iran's energy infrastructure, including electric plants, oil wells, and possibly desalination facilities, if a deal is not reached soon and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. He noted that talks with a "new, more reasonable" Iranian regime are making progress

Mar 30, 2026

US–Israel–Iran war: Is Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Supreme Leader's new 'thank you' message to Iraq surfaces amid death rumours

Is Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Iran's supreme leader's new 'thank you' message to Iraq surfaces amid death rumours

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the war on February 28, has still yet to appear in public after being named and has only issued a handful of written statements.

Mar 30, 2026

Nephew of Indira Gandhi's assassin named in New Zealand's biggest drug bust: Report

New Zealand's largest-ever drug bust has brought attention to Baltej Singh, nephew of Satwant Singh, one of the bodyguards who assassinated Indira Gandhi in 1984. Singh was identified as the central figure behind a record 700 kg liquid methamphetamine seizure.

Mar 30, 2026

Indonesia's UN peacekeeper killed after strike on UNIFIL position in Lebanon

An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was killed after an Israeli artillery strike hit a UN position in southern Lebanon. The attack, which also injured other personnel, occurred amid escalating clashes along the Israel-Lebanon border.

Mar 30, 2026

Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination amid JD(U) protests; Congress calls move 'betrayal of Bihar people'

Longest-serving Bihar CM Nitish Kumar resigns from Legislative Council after Rajya Sabha election

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned from the state legislative council on Monday. Bihar Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary told ANI, "CM has been elected as a Member of the Rajya Sabha. So, this (resignation) was a Constitutional necessity...Nitin Nabin is also resigning today. So, Nitish Kumar is also resigning..."

Mar 30, 2026

Lok Sabha approves Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill

Lok Sabha approved the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at speeding up insolvency proceedings for defaulting companies. The Bill mandates a 14-day timeline for admitting insolvency applications once defaults are established and proposes 12 amendments to strengthen the resolution ecosystem

Mar 30, 2026

Iran missile strike on Saudi base hits key US surveillance aircraft

India condoles death of its national in Iranian attack on Kuwait desalination facility

The attack, attributed to Iran, caused damage to infrastructure and has raised the death toll of Indian nationals in the ongoing West Asia conflict to at least eight. The escalation follows the broader conflict involving the United States and Israel, with continued retaliatory strikes impacting critical facilities across the region.

Mar 30, 2026

Iran's heavy water plant severely damaged, not operational: IAEA

The development comes amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Iran also reported attacks on other facilities, including an industrial site in Khuzestan using radioactive materials, though no off-site radiation release was detected.

Mar 30, 2026

After Larijani's Killing, Iran Elevates Zolqadr as Top National Security Official

"They gave us 30 boatloads of oil": Trump says Iran deal close, credits military pressure

Trump asserted that Tehran was responding positively to US demands and suggested that the pressure had accelerated talks. While expressing confidence that an agreement is likely, he acknowledged uncertainty and said multiple options, including military deployment, remain available.

Mar 30, 2026

India disappointed by 'insufficient' US attention to terrorism emanating from Pakistan: Report

The paper notes that despite strong cooperation in defence, trade, and technology, strategic mistrust persists between India and United States, especially following tensions in 2025. While recent trade and defence initiatives offer opportunities to rebuild ties, the report stresses that addressing political differences.

Mar 30, 2026

'I would love my legacy to be made as a great peacemaker': US President Donald Trump talks about his legacy amid ongoing Iran-Israel war

"My favourite thing is to take the oil in Iran": Trump signals possible seizure of Kharg Island

Reports indicate that capturing Kharg Island would be a major escalation and could prolong the war, while also risking significant casualties. Trump signaled that multiple options remain on the table, even as indirect diplomatic talks continue.

Mar 30, 2026

Crude oil prices jump over 3 pc, nears 52-week high

Global crude oil prices surged over 3% on Monday, nearing a 52-week high, as tensions in West Asia escalated following the involvement of Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi group. Brent crude rose to $116.70 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate crossed $103.

Mar 30, 2026

'US troops will be food for sharks': Iran issues stark warning to Trump against ground assault in Gulf

The US and Iran are escalating both militarily and through aggressive rhetoric, signaling that the conflict is as much about perception as it is about action. Iran has issued strong warnings against any potential US ground invasion, threatening severe consequences and projecting readiness to retaliate.

Mar 30, 2026

Viral video: Pakistan's deputy PM Ishaq Dar slips on red carpet during diplomatic meet

A viral video shows Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar slipping on a red carpet while welcoming foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia and Egypt in Islamabad. He quickly regained balance and continued the ceremony. The brief incident occurred during high-level diplomatic talks aimed at easing tensions in West Asia.

Mar 29, 2026

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Articles by IBT News Desk

White House flags limited Hormuz passage, seeks Arab support for war costs

Trump says willing to end war with Iran even if Hormuz Strait remains closed: US media

TVK chief Vijay files nomination, declares Rs 615 crore assets ahead of TN polls

Iran rejects US proposed truce plan as 'very excessive, unrealistic'

Petrol, diesel stocks adequate, no dry-outs at LPG agencies: Govt

Maoists have no faith in democracy or development, says HM Shah in Lok Sabha

Trump warns Iran on Hormuz, power grid if deal is not reached

Is Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Iran's supreme leader's new 'thank you' message to Iraq surfaces amid death rumours

Nephew of Indira Gandhi's assassin named in New Zealand's biggest drug bust: Report

Indonesia's UN peacekeeper killed after strike on UNIFIL position in Lebanon

Longest-serving Bihar CM Nitish Kumar resigns from Legislative Council after Rajya Sabha election

Lok Sabha approves Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill

India condoles death of its national in Iranian attack on Kuwait desalination facility

Iran's heavy water plant severely damaged, not operational: IAEA

"They gave us 30 boatloads of oil": Trump says Iran deal close, credits military pressure

India disappointed by 'insufficient' US attention to terrorism emanating from Pakistan: Report

"My favourite thing is to take the oil in Iran": Trump signals possible seizure of Kharg Island

Crude oil prices jump over 3 pc, nears 52-week high

'US troops will be food for sharks': Iran issues stark warning to Trump against ground assault in Gulf

Viral video: Pakistan's deputy PM Ishaq Dar slips on red carpet during diplomatic meet

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