Iran

Indian company to start operating strategic Chabahar port in Iran

The port gives India a road link to access markets in Afghanistan and other central Asia countries bypassing Pakistan, which has denied India the use of its port and land routes to connect with Afghanistan.

Sep 7, 2018

Asian Games 2018: The top 5 standout performers so far

A look at five truly special performances in the 2018 Asian Games.

Aug 30, 2018

Iran's Finance Minister Masoud Karbasian impeached by Parliament

The Iranian Parliament voted on Sunday to remove the minister of economic affairs and finance, Masoud Karbasian, from office, state media said, amid a sharp fall in the rial currency and a deterioration in the economic situation.

Aug 27, 2018

Iran hit with 5.9 magnitude quake; 2 killed

The epicentre of the quake was almost 9 km from the city of Tazehabad and about 30 km from the city of Javanrud

Aug 26, 2018

Iran to unveil new fighter jet next week, develop missiles

Iran's navy also announced on Saturday that it has mounted a locally built advanced defensive weapons system on one of its warships for the first time, as tensions mount with the US military in the Gulf.

Aug 19, 2018

Iran anti-money laundering law faces roadblocks as October deadline looms large

Tehran nears a deadline to pass legislation to help it attract investment while facing US sanctions.

Aug 18, 2018

Iran gears up for return of US sanctions; thousands take to streets in protest

Hundreds have rallied in cities across the country, including Tehran, Isfahan and Karaj as Iranians brace for a return of U.S. sanctions.

Aug 4, 2018

Iranian revolutionary guard march during a parade

US suspicious of Iran's moves; 'closely monitoring' major military drill

The United States believes Iran is preparing to carry out a major exercise in the Gulf, amid heightened tensions with Washington.

Aug 2, 2018

U.S. President Donald Trump and Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte

After North Korea's Kim, US President Donald Trump agrees to meet Iran's Rouhani

US President Donald Trump said he is ready to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani without any preconditions, hinting that the US is looking to deflect the Iranian threat in the same way Trump forced North Korea to denuclearise.

Jul 31, 2018

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office

To combat Iran, Trump seeks new alliance in the Middle East

A White House source has confirmed that Trump is seeking to create a NATO-like alliance in the Middle East to combat the growing influence of Tehran in the region.

Jul 28, 2018

Iran offering oil cargo insurance, ships to lure Indian companies

With Indian oil companies planning to stop imports from Iran, the country has stepped up to ensure it does not lose its second-largest client.

Jul 27, 2018

ongc videsh offer to iran, farzad b gas field, india iran energy agreements, russia gazprom gets farzad b gas fields

Despite US sanctions, Iran becomes India's second largest oil supplier

Latest figures indicate that Iran toppled Saudi Arabia to become India's second largest oil supplier, with 5.67 million tonnes in the first three months. The country is preparing to wind down on Iranian imports after Trump reintroduced sanctions on the country.

Jul 24, 2018

Magnitude 5.8 earthquake rocks southeast Iran

This is the fourth such earthquake in two days. The U.S. Geological Survey put the magnitude of the quake at 5.5, with its epicentre 23 miles (37 km) east of Kerman city.

Jul 23, 2018

Human rights situation in Iran: Court hangs man for insulting prophet Johan and sentences Woman for killing her rapist.

Iranian President issues warning to Trump, threatens 'mother of all wars'

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani cautioned U.S. President Donald Trump about pursuing hostile policies and said that playing with the lion's tail will only lead to regrets.

Jul 22, 2018

Despite Trump's rigid policies, Iran turns to Pakistan for defence deal

Iran will be jointly producing defence equipment with Pakistan. Since Iran is the third largest oil supplier, India will not want to upset the carefully balanced relationship, but the deal with Pakistan may cause the Modi government to reassess their priorities.

Jul 18, 2018

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Iran

Indian company to start operating strategic Chabahar port in Iran

Asian Games 2018: The top 5 standout performers so far

Iran's Finance Minister Masoud Karbasian impeached by Parliament

Iran hit with 5.9 magnitude quake; 2 killed

Iran to unveil new fighter jet next week, develop missiles

Iran anti-money laundering law faces roadblocks as October deadline looms large

Iran gears up for return of US sanctions; thousands take to streets in protest

US suspicious of Iran's moves; 'closely monitoring' major military drill

After North Korea's Kim, US President Donald Trump agrees to meet Iran's Rouhani

To combat Iran, Trump seeks new alliance in the Middle East

Iran offering oil cargo insurance, ships to lure Indian companies

Despite US sanctions, Iran becomes India's second largest oil supplier

Magnitude 5.8 earthquake rocks southeast Iran

Iranian President issues warning to Trump, threatens 'mother of all wars'

Despite Trump's rigid policies, Iran turns to Pakistan for defence deal

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Iran hails nuclear talks in Europe as 'constructive'

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