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India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

India and Japan: A Stabilising Axis for the Indo-Pacific

As the region grapples with a worsening strategic environment, deeper India-Japan maritime cooperation under FOIP could serve as a powerful and increasingly necessary stabilising force, writes Samir Puri, visiting lecturer in war studies at King's College London. 5 days ago
More flights being operated on India-Middle East routes

More flights being operated on India-Middle East routes

Qatar has partially reopened its airspace, allowing limited flights, whereas Kuwait airspace remains shut since February 28. Special flights and transit routes via Saudi Arabia are being arranged for Indian nationals stranded in affected regions. 5 days ago
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Tankers reroute from China to India amid spike in Russian oil purchases

India has sharply increased its purchases of Russian oil, prompting several tankers initially bound for China to divert to Indian ports. The Aframax tanker Aqua Titan, carrying Urals crude, will arrive at New Mangalore on March 21 after turning around mid-journey from Rizhao. 5 days ago
Gas surge drives US lawmakers to tax major oil companies

Gas surge drives US lawmakers to tax major oil companies

Lawmakers criticised oil companies for profiting while Americans face rising costs, with petrol prices climbing nearly $0.75 per gallon and diesel surging $1.24 since the conflict began. The legislation also aims to encourage a shift toward cleaner energy. 5 days ago
Domestic LPG production up by 40 pc as supply concerns remain: Govt

Domestic LPG production up by 40 pc as supply concerns remain: Govt

Govt domestic LPG production has risen by 40%, ensuring stable fuel availability despite ongoing supply concerns linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran conflict. Officials confirmed that petrol, diesel, PNG, and CNG supplies remain adequate, with no shortages 5 days ago
Govt set to revise PAN application rules from new fiscal year

Govt set to revise PAN application rules from new fiscal year

The government will revise PAN application rules from April 1, 2026, ending Aadhaar-only applications and requiring additional documents, including proof of date of birth, along with new forms. Common Services Centres has advised citizens to apply before March 31 to avoid extra requirements 5 days ago
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