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Pipeline, new port and container terminal: How Gulf nations building an alternative to Hormuz
Amid ongoing conflict in the West Asia, several countries across the Persian Gulf are accelerating efforts to reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz after repeated attacks on ships in the narrow strait. The move from these Gulf nations comes as the heated rivalry between the US and Iran continues to disrupt one of the world’s busiest oil routes, raising concerns about the security of global energy supplies.
How Gulf nations made Trump to drop 20% toll on cargo passing through Hormuz within 24 hours?
US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 20 per cent toll on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz took his Gulf allies by surprise and the members of his own administration. However, the decision was scrapped entirely within 24 hours, following a push from Gulf leaders to get Trump to reconsider the decision. Trump confirmed the change himself on Tuesday, replacing the toll with trade and investment commitments from Gulf states instead.
Five suffer severe burns after 11,000 KV high tension wire snaps onto street in Noida's Sector-63
At least five people were injured after an 11,000 kV high-tension power line snapped and fell in Chhijarsi Colony under Sector 63 police station limits in Noida on Wednesday. The incident also set a scooter on fire, triggering panic among residents.
'Are you Muslim?': Indian man stabbed 15 times at US mall after revealing his religion
A shopping trip at a mall in Utah turned into a violent incident after an Indian kiosk employee was allegedly stabbed because of his religion. Police say the suspect specifically targeted the victim after asking whether he was Muslim.
India pushes for UN overhaul, says Security Council reforms key for 'Fit for Future' multilateralism
India on Tuesday reiterated its push for a complete overhaul of the United Nations, calling for urgent reform of the Security Council. It further emphasised a stronger General Assembly and a bigger role for the Economic and Social Council to keep multilateralism relevant. New Delhi also warned that the UN risks losing global support the longer it delays making the Security Council more representative.
Nepal court jails ex-deputy PM, home minister in fake refugee scam; 14 others convicted
Two former Nepal ministers received prison sentences for their involvement in a fake refugee document scam. Top Bahadur Rayamajhi was sentenced to four years, and Bal Krishna Khand received two years. Fourteen others were also convicted and sentenced for their roles in the alleged fraud. The investigation began in 2023 after authorities uncovered claims of Nepali citizens posing as refugees.
'Putin was about to launch a nuclear attack on Ukraine, PM Modi stopped him': Polish minister's big claim
Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister Wladyslaw Teofil Bartoszewski has made a big claim about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomatic role during the Russia-Ukraine war. He said that the Indian Prime Minister played a crucial part in preventing Russian President Vladimir Putin from using tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine towards the end of 2022. Speaking at a press conference, Bartoszewski said President Putin listens carefully to Prime Minister Modi and respects his views.
Trump reverses 20% fee on ships transiting Hormuz, replaces it with Gulf investments in US; what it means
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday withdrew his proposal to impose a 20% fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying the idea would be replaced with trade and investment agreements involving Gulf nations.
EAM Jaishankar launches UNSC 2028-29 campaign with 'SHANTI' theme at UN, why it matters
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar launched India's official campaign 'SHANTI: India for the United Nations Security Council 2028-29. Norms, Trust, Integrity' for the two-year tenure at a special event in the UN headquarters attended by UN envoys, diplomats and officials. India said its approach to the United Nations is rooted in 'SHANTI: Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust, Integrity.' India last sat at the UN horseshoe table for the 2021-22 term.
Indian crew member killed after Iranian missiles hit UAE oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The UAE’s Defence Ministry on Tuesday said two of its oil tankers have been targeted by two Iranian cruise missiles in Omani waters in the Strait of Hormuz. An Indian national crew member was killed in the attack on the Mombasa tanker, with eight people wounded, it added. In a post on X, UAE Ministry of Defence stated that the national tankers 'Mombasa' and 'Al Bahiyah' were targeted by two Iranian cruise missiles while transiting the southern shipping lane of the Strait of Hormuz, within Omani territorial waters.
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- Pipeline, new port and container terminal: How Gulf nations building an alternative to Hormuz
- How Gulf nations made Trump to drop 20% toll on cargo passing through Hormuz within 24 hours?
- Five suffer severe burns after 11,000 KV high tension wire snaps onto street in Noida's Sector-63
- 'Are you Muslim?': Indian man stabbed 15 times at US mall after revealing his religion
- India pushes for UN overhaul, says Security Council reforms key for 'Fit for Future' multilateralism
