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Brazil's free cooking gas program threatened by energy price spike ahead of election
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched the "People's Gas" program as his flagship energy initiative in November as he was gearing up to seek reelection in October.
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Iran calls for ‘human chain’ at power plants amid Trump strike warning
Iran’s Ministry of Sports and Youth has urged “Iranian youth,” including athletes, artists and students, to gather at 2 pm on Tuesday near critical power infrastructure.
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Trump calls himself ‘businessman first’, floats seizing Iran oil
Speaking at a White House press briefing, Trump said, “If I had my choice, yeah, because I’m a businessman first,” when asked about securing Iran’s oil resources.
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Artemis II astronauts name Moon crater ‘Carroll’ after commander’s late wife
"It's a bright spot on the Moon. And we would like to call it Carroll," Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen told a live broadcast.
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Iran turns back Karachi-bound ship at Hormuz, vessel now headed to Mumbai
The vessel, identified as Selen, was en route to Karachi after departing Sharjah Anchorage on March 23. However, AIS tracking data showed it abruptly reversed course near the Hormuz approach and is now headed towards Mumbai, according to Marine Traffic.
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Trump warns reporters ‘will go to jail’ over leak on Iran rescue mission
Without naming specific outlets, Trump said that reports that mentioned that only one of the two pilots had initially been rescued threatened the attempt to rescue the other by tipping off the Iranians.
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Trump repeats India-Pakistan claim, says he 'saved 30–50 million lives'
Speaking at a press conference at the White House, Trump said he had ended multiple global conflicts, including the brief India-Pakistan escalation in May 2025.
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NASA Artemis II astronauts break record, reach farthest point from Earth
The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion capsule since launching from Florida last week, awoke around 10:50 a.m. ET for their sixth flight day to a recorded message from late Apollo 8 and 13 astronaut Jim Lovell.
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Trump details US rescue operation in Iran: 'Lasted seven hours, faced extreme enemy fire'
Trump described the rescue operation in Iran as a “risky decision,” saying it could have resulted in far higher casualties. He said US armed forces deployed 21 military aircraft into hostile airspace within hours, with many flying at very low altitude while coming under gunfire.
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'Entire Iran could be taken out tomorrow': Trump issues fresh warning, hints at 'mole' within administration
The fresh threat from Trump came as time ticked down to his Tuesday 8 PM (IST) deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on its civilian infrastructure.
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'Assassinations won’t stop us': Mojtaba Khamenei defies Trump’s escalating threats
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed that assassinations and strikes will not weaken its military, as US President Donald Trump warned of attacks on power plants and potential oil seizure.
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Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says
The ICRC statement referred to hostilities in the Middle East but did not name any governments.
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Trump 'not worried' about war crime accusations over Iran power plant strikes
US President Donald Trump dismissed war crime concerns over potential strikes on Iran’s power plants, insisting preventing nuclear weapons is paramount, while threatening further attacks and claiming he would seize Iranian oil if possible.
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New oil lifeline? How Red Sea route via Bab el-Mandeb is emerging as an alternative to Strait of Hormuz
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, has emerged as another potential chokepoint after Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi group threatened to target shipping.
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Pakistan scrambles to meet $4.8 billion dues as UAE seeks early return of funds amidst Iran war
Islamabad also received assurances of more than USD 5 billion in financial support from two friendly countries to help manage its external financing requirements, Geo News reported, citing sources.
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‘Middle East is on fire’: Kremlin warns Iran war is expanding beyond borders
When asked by Reuters about Trump's remarks, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russia had seen them but that the Kremlin preferred not to comment directly.
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Iraq says oil exports can bounce back within a week if Hormuz reopens
Among Gulf oil producers, Iraq has suffered the biggest drop in oil revenue as a result of the effective closure of the Strait, a Reuters analysis has found, because it lacks alternative shipment routes.
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Vance may be part of in-person talks to end Iran war, says Trump amid faltering mediation
Trump confirmed that JD Vance, US special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner are engaged in talks with intermediary countries over the conflict.
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‘I’d take the oil, I’d keep the oil’: Trump says US is ‘obliterating’ Iran as deadline looms
US President signals desire to “finish it up”, warns of fresh strikes if Iran does not comply with ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz.
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Will US-Iran ceasefire happen? Best- and worst-case scenarios as Trump issues ultimatum, Iran rejects deal
Us-Iran War News: Ceasefire hopes dim as Trump’s ultimatum meets Iran’s rejection. Best case is de-escalation, worst case is a wider regional war.
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Trump says Iran made 'significant proposal, but it's not enough'; threatens ‘big price’ over ceasefire rejection
Trump also praised the US military for carrying out a rare and high-risk rescue operation in Iran, in which two airmen were retrieved from hostile territory.
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Iran to pursue war while 'political authorities deem fit': army spokesman
Iran’s army spokesman vows to continue the war with the US and Israel until political leaders decide, seeking lasting security.
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Iran rejects US ceasefire, sends a tougher 10-point end-war plan via Pakistan
Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, sends 10-point response via Pakistan seeking permanent end to war and sanctions relief.
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Iran uses AI Lego videos to mock Trump, US Military in ongoing conflict
Iran has turned to AI-driven Lego-style animations to depict the Middle East war, showing US forces defeated, Trump frustrated, and soldiers falling, with videos gaining millions of views globally.
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A nuclear disaster waiting to happen? Why a strike on Iran’s Bushehr plant could trigger a Gulf-wide ‘regional catastrophe’
What makes the Bushehr risk unique is how quickly it could become a regional problem. A single incident could affect water supplies, health systems, and economies across multiple countries at once.
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Why Jamie Dimon thinks the Iran war could change the global economic order
JPMorgan CEO warns geopolitical conflicts could be the defining force for markets and economies ahead.
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White House: ‘Trump has not yet signed off’ on 45‑day Iran ceasefire, war continues
The White House confirmed a 45-day ceasefire proposal with Iran is under consideration, but President Donald Trump has “not signed off on it,” with Operation Epic Fury continuing.
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Israel strikes Iran’s largest petrochemical complex in Pars, delivering severe economic blow to Tehran
Israel struck Iran’s South Pars petrochemical complex in Asaluyeh, halting operations at facilities producing 85% of the country’s exports. Defence Minister Israel Katz called it a severe economic blow to Tehran.
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India stands out as majority back country’s direction amid global gloom: What Ipsos report reveals
The findings come at a time when the West Asia conflict and the Strait of Hormuz crisis are reshaping global energy markets and adding pressure on economies worldwide.
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‘If you say he’s wrong, he shouts’: Japan’s former PM Ishiba on handling Donald Trump
Shigeru Ishiba says contradicting Donald Trump can provoke anger, as his remarks resurface amid escalating US-Iran tensions and Trump’s aggressive rhetoric over the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
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‘We sent them a lot of guns’: Trump’s Iran claim raises big questions on secret ops, Kurds link and missing weapons
Donald Trump's statement has shifted focus beyond a single operation to a larger debate about strategy, credibility, and the risks of external involvement in domestic unrest.
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Behind the scenes: Iran shares demands with US via Pakistan, raises uranium fears
Tehran outlines conditions as Pakistan-backed 45-day ceasefire proposal awaits response; talks with Oman focus on Hormuz passage
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Qeshm, Larak, Abu Musa and Tunb: The islands powering Iran’s grip over Hormuz and why US faces a dangerous choice
The islands near the Strait of Hormuz are critical to global shipping lanes. Their location allows Iran to monitor and potentially control vessel movement through one of the world’s busiest energy corridors.
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India brings back 1,777 nationals from Iran as West Asia conflict deepens
India evacuates 1,777 nationals from Iran via Armenia and Azerbaijan amid West Asia conflict, MEA says; flights disrupted across region.
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Canada ends postal OCI applications: What the new in-person rule means for Indians
Canada mandates in-person OCI applications from April 2026, ending postal submissions and requiring biometrics, increasing travel and planning needs for Indians while keeping processing timelines largely unchanged.
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Iran says Isfahan operation was failed Uranium grab attempt, rejects Trump's 'illogical' peace plan
The remarks come amid reports of a US-backed “15-point plan” aimed at ending the conflict. Iranian officials, however, have dismissed the proposal outright.
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Are US aircraft losses nearing 1991 Desert Storm levels? Depends on how you count
Inclusion of drones narrows gap with 1991 war; high replacement costs emerge as key concern
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IOC, BPCL defer refinery shutdowns as India moves to avoid fuel stress
However, Nayara Energy will shut its 400,000 barrels per day Vadinar refinery for maintenance from April 9, tightening supply of liquefied petroleum gas in the country, she said.
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Khalistani protests target Hindu temples in Brampton amid Canada’s anti-hate bill push
Khalistani protesters target Hindu temples in Canada following Bill C-9, prompting security measures, political tensions, and calls for action as authorities enforce safety zones and monitor demonstrations.
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Measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh in three weeks: Why India could be at risk next | Explained
Health experts warn that the outbreak is not just Bangladesh’s problem. It carries lessons and risks for neighbouring countries like India as well.
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‘Why was a hospital hit?’ Mother’s agony sparks outrage after Pakistani strike kills hundreds in Afghanistan
A grieving Kabul mother demands an international probe after a deadly bombing killed her son and hundreds, as rights groups warn of accountability gaps and rising civilian toll in Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions.
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‘Could it be between 1 and 2 pm?’ Iran mocks Trump’s 8 pm strike threat, turns war warning into viral trolling
US-Iran War News: Instead of conventional diplomatic rebuttals, Iran’s missions are opting for viral-style content that mirrors the informal, combative language often used by Trump himself.
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Iran says ceasefire terms ready, rejects US demands as ‘excessive’ and ‘ultimatum-driven’
Iran says it has sent ceasefire terms through intermediaries while rejecting US ultimatums, as the Strait of Hormuz crisis fuels wider regional conflict.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic highest in weeks as India, other countries secure pacts with Iran
It saw 21 ships transit over the weekend as more energy-starved governments negotiate to extract vessels, cargoes and crews from the Persian Gulf, strengthening Tehran’s grip on the waterway
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While world scrambles for oil, China stays ahead: How Beijing is weathering Iran war better than most
While much of the world scrambles to secure supplies, China’s focus on self-reliance and industrial strength has helped it absorb the shock with far less disruption.
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Iran 'not ready' to reopen Strait Of Hormuz for temporary ceasefire with US
Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for a temporary ceasefire, reviews Pakistan’s proposal, and signals distrust of US intentions amid rising tensions, stalled diplomacy, and continued disruption to global oil supplies.
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‘India can play key role’: Iran sees bigger part for New Delhi in West Asia crisis
Iran’s envoy says India can play a key role in West Asia, backs Chabahar cooperation and seeks stronger condemnation of US-Israel actions.
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English media, messaging and influence ops: Pakistan’s new front against India isn’t military, but it’s led by Asim Munir
The aim is to build English-language platforms that appear globally credible while subtly advancing pro-Pakistan narratives, particularly on issues like Kashmir.
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Iran‑backed Kataib Hezbollah warns of attacks on energy sites if Strait of Hormuz is forcefully reopened
Abu Hussein al‑Hamidawi, Secretary-General of Kataib Hezbollah, said, “Any attempt to forcibly reopen the Strait of Hormuz will result in the complete destruction of every oil and gas platform or facility.”
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Iran warns IAEA over Bushehr nuclear plant attacks, cites risk of 'irreparable consequences'
Iran’s atomic energy chief Mohammad Eslami says inaction by the IAEA “emboldens aggression” against the Bushehr plant after repeated attacks, warning of potential radioactive risks.
