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Art of AI war: Sarvam to boost defence prowess
India is boosting its defence capabilities with a new Rs 300 crore Centre of Excellence for artificial intelligence. Homegrown labs like Sarvam are in talks with the defence ministry. This initiative aims to develop AI systems tailored for India's unique operational needs. The goal is to reduce reliance on foreign technology and enhance national security.
Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire with Iran on Pakistan's request
US-Iran ceasefire: U.S. President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely, just hours before it was due to expire, to keep space open for ongoing peace negotiations. He said on social media that the decision followed a request from Pakistan, which is mediating talks, asking the U.S. to pause any planned attacks until Iran’s leadership presents a unified proposal.
Strait of Hormuz crisis: US blockade continues despite ceasefire extension with Iran
President Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran. This decision comes at Pakistan's request. The United States awaits a unified proposal from Tehran. However, the US military will continue its blockade of Iranian ports. Vice President JD Vance's trip to Pakistan for talks has been put on hold. Both nations had prepared to resume fighting if no deal was reached.
Iran's leadership survived US-Israeli bombardment. But talks to end the war present a new challenge
Iran's leadership navigates a new challenge after U.S.-Israeli strikes. A council now leads, with Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf as chief negotiator. Talks with the U.S. over nuclear concessions will test internal unity. Disagreements over concessions could expose divisions. The leadership prioritizes survival amidst economic pressure. Qalibaf appears positioned to bridge factional divides.
WestJet slashes flight capacity due to soaring jet fuel prices as US-Iran war keeps Middle East on the edge
A major Canadian airline, WestJet, is reducing its flight capacity. This decision stems from a significant surge in jet fuel prices. The conflict between Iran and the United States has disrupted global oil transit routes. This has led to a sharp increase in fuel costs. Air Canada has also announced route suspensions due to similar reasons.
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Iran pulling Hormuz 'lever' to maximum in US standoff
Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy route. This move is Iran's main bargaining chip in potential peace talks with the United States. The blockade has caused worldwide economic problems, including rising energy prices and potential food shortages. The US has responded with its own blockade on Iranian oil shipments.
Narendra Modi chairs key CCS, Cabinet meetings in Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a crucial cabinet meeting in New Delhi. Discussions focused on economic affairs and security measures. The government reviewed steps to ensure the availability of essential goods like petroleum products, fertilizers, and electricity. The impact of the West Asia conflict on India's economy was also assessed.
'Your ships will be sunk by our first missiles': Iran warns US over Strait of Hormuz
The military adviser to Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Wednesday warned that Iran would sink American ships in the Strait of Hormuz if the United States decided to "police" the key shipping bottleneck. Mohsen Rezaei, a former commander-in-chief of Iran's Revolutionary Guards who was named as a military adviser by Khamenei last month, told state TV. "These ships of yours will be sunk by our first missiles and have created a great danger for the US military.
Iran denies claims that US vessels entered Strait of Hormuz
Iran denied a US claim that two Navy destroyers passed through the Strait of Hormuz, saying control over vessel movement lies with its armed forces. The strait, a key global energy route, has emerged as a major issue in ongoing US-Iran talks in Islamabad.
JD Vance-led US delegation lands in Pakistan for high-stakes negotiations with Iran
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan Saturday to negotiate a peace deal with Iran. The talks aim to resolve a six-week war. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir are mediating. This is a significant high-level engagement between the US and Iran. President Trump is optimistic about reaching a lasting agreement.
Iran's new supreme leader has severe and disfiguring wounds, sources say
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from severe injuries. He sustained facial and leg wounds in an airstrike that killed his father. Khamenei is participating in decision-making via audio conferencing. His health and ability to rule remain a mystery to the public. Images of him may be released in the coming months.
US-Iran: Decoding more than four decades of enmity
Arch-foes United States and Iran are set to hold talks in Islamabad. This meeting aims to end a month-long war in the Middle East. A fragile ceasefire is currently holding. However, deep mutual mistrust persists between the two nations. The teams are led by US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
Former Iranian foreign minister dies from attack wounds
Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi has died from injuries sustained in US-Israel strikes on April 1, according to Iranian media. He was 81 and was serving as head of the Strategic Council for International Relations.
Islamabad locks down for first US-Iran talks as Israeli attacks on Lebanon jeopardise truce
Israel's attacks in Lebanon threaten a U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Pakistan is hosting peace talks for the conflict. Iran maintains its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, causing global energy supply disruptions. Oil prices are reaching record highs. Israel states its actions in Lebanon are not part of the truce. Iran insists on a comprehensive deal for peace.
Iran's ousted Shah’s son rejects US ‘regime change’ claim, says Tehran still under same rulers
Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's ousted Shah, stated that Iranians still need to free themselves from their religious rulers, even after a ceasefire between the US and Tehran. He dismissed claims of "regime change" by President Trump, arguing the same individuals remain in power. Pahlavi predicted Iranians would ultimately overthrow the Islamic republic.
'They don't have any role': Iran Supreme Leader's representative in India refutes Pakistan's mediation role in West Asia conflict
Iran's representative in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, stated Pakistan is not mediating the West Asia conflict. He clarified claims of Islamabad facilitating talks between Iran and the US are false. Ilahi suggested these claims aimed to influence oil prices. He believes all countries, including India, can help end the war.
1,777 Indians brought back from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan amid conflict: MEA
India has facilitated the return of 1,777 nationals from Iran amid the ongoing West Asian conflict, with support from Iran, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. The evacuated group includes students and fishermen, with seven deceased individuals' mortal remains returned to India. One Indian national remains missing.
Middle East war: 2 dead, 2 missing in Israel after Iranian missile hits Haifa building
A missile strike in Haifa has left devastation in its wake, claiming two lives and injuring numerous residents. The search is ongoing for two individuals still unaccounted for, following attacks on more than ten sites in the area.
Israel-Iran war disrupts Rajasthan's Mehendi trade
The global conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran is severely affecting Rajasthan's mehendi industry in Sojat. Exports are down, production has slowed significantly, and crores of rupees worth of consignments are stuck. Factories are operating at reduced capacity, impacting labourers. This disruption is hitting revenues hard, with export earnings significantly affected.
'Strait of Hormuz has to open': Former diplomat Sanjay Sudhir calls to safeguard India's energy security as Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran
The potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is an alarming scenario for food security affecting millions worldwide. Sanjay Sudhir, a former Indian Ambassador, underscores the threat to 10 million Indians living in the Gulf region. Dependence on cargo flights as a workaround is not a long-term answer.
Shipping ministry gives six-month breather to foreign flagged ships moving domestic cargo
India is opening its shores to foreign vessels, allowing them to transport cargo along its coast for the next six months. This strategic decision aims to alleviate predicted shortages in shipping resources and counter escalating freight costs linked to disruptions from the West Asia regional conflict.
Israel says it has struck over 3,500 targets in Lebanon in past month
The Israeli military said Friday it had struck more than 3,500 targets across Lebanon in the month since fighting with the Hezbollah militant group began. The Israeli military said Friday it had killed approximately 1,000 militants in Lebanon over the past month, with strikes targeting what it described as "terrorist infrastructure, weapons storage facilities, launch positions, and command and control headquarters" belonging to Hezbollah.
Pakistan ready to host US-Iran talks: Foreign Office
Pakistan has offered to host and facilitate talks between the United States and Iran. The goal is to achieve a lasting settlement for the ongoing conflict in West Asia. This initiative follows Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's earlier statement of readiness. Pakistan's efforts aim to restore peace and stability in the region.
West Asia crisis: How a war meant to break Iran could leave Tehran stronger, and Gulf exposed
Iran war: Instead of crushing Iran's theocratic rulers, it could leave them stronger, emboldened by surviving weeks of U.S.-Israeli attacks, firing on Arab Gulf states and rattling global energy markets by effectively shutting the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump insists Iran war ‘not about oil’ as Venezuela playbook fears grow and global supply shock deepens
President Donald Trump declared the US war on Iran is not about oil. He called the conflict a success, stating America is winning. Trump asserted US independence from Middle Eastern oil, framing the war as aid to allies. The conflict, Operation Epic Fury, is nearing its end. Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz caused major oil supply disruptions.
Iran calls US peace proposals 'unrealistic', Trump issues new warning to Tehran
Tehran remained defiant in the month-old war, which began with U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28 and has spread across the region, killing thousands, disrupting energy supplies and hitting the global economy. The majority of those reported killed were in Iran and Lebanon, and many were civilians.
Which key Iranian figures have been killed in US-Israeli strikes?
Major Iranian leaders have been killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader, died on February 28. Senior officials and top military commanders also perished in targeted attacks. These events have disrupted energy markets and global shipping. The strikes have significantly impacted Iran's core leadership and its regional influence.
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly erupts over Iran; CM Omar Abdullah urges PM Narendra Modi to intervene
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly reconvened with uproar over the West Asia crisis, as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the "unjust and illegal war" on Iran and urged PM Modi to intervene. Ruling party legislators protested in support of Iran, while the opposition demanded a resolution backing the nation. BJP MLAs deemed the issue international, leading to a brief adjournment.
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