‘Direct consequences on economy’: Indian envoy to UK on Strait of Hormuz disruption amid Iran war

India has condemned attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, calling them “unacceptable,” as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) urged coordinated action to safeguard civilian vessels in the Gulf region.Addressing the 36th extraordinary session of the IMO Council in London on Thursday, Vikram Doraiswamy, India’s ambassador to the UK, emphasised New Delhi’s commitment…

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West Asia airspace travel alert: DGCA issues advisory for 9 airspaces; what it means for Indian travellers |

Given the escalating regional tension in the Middle East, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), India’s aviation regulator, has issued a major travel advisory for the airlines. DGCA has asked the airlines to avoid flying through NINE airspaces in West Asia citing safety reasons. These destinations include:BahrainIranIraqIsraelJordanKuwaitLebanonQatar The United Arab Emirates (UAE)Primary conflict zones:…

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Oil prices today: Crude eases after spike as Trump, Netanyahu seek to ease concerns over Iran war

Global crude prices edged lower on Friday after a continued surge, as statements from US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu helped ease market concerns over further escalation in energy infrastructure attacks.Brent crude slipped toward $107 a barrel after its highest close since July 2022, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for May…

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Mohsin Naqvi’s PCB termed ‘weak’, accused of ‘kneeling before players’ | Cricket News

Pakistan’s Interior Minister and Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board Mohsin Naqvi and head coach Mike Hesson (AP Photo/Anjum Naveed) Pakistan cricket’s recurring pattern of hype followed by disappointment and backlash has resurfaced once again after another underwhelming run. An early exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Super Eight stage was…

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