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Iran and Oman Discuss Hormuz Shipping Deal Amid US Tensions
Tehran and Oman advance a temporary Strait of Hormuz shipping corridor proposal, even as US military warnings and ongoing tensions loom large.

Russia Turns to India for Petrol as Refinery Crunch Deepens
Ukrainian drone strikes on domestic oil refineries force Russia to seek petrol supplies from India, highlighting shifting energy dynamics and deepening ties.

US Halts Global Immigrant Visa Appointments Amid Immigration Crackdown
The United States administration has reportedly paused immigrant visa appointments globally, marking a major escalation in its wider crackdown on immigration.

India and China Renew Push for Boundary Settlement
India and China push for a political settlement of their boundary dispute following high-level talks between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing.

US Sanctions India-Based Firms and Nationals Over Iran Links
Washington has sanctioned four India-based companies and three Indian individuals under Operation Economic Outcast, escalating pressure over Iran trade.

Canada Imposes Tariffs on 700+ US Products as Trade Tensions Escalate
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% on more than 700 US products, marking a sharp escalation in bilateral trade tensions with the Trump administration.

Iran and Oman Discuss Temporary Hormuz Corridor Amid US Tensions
Tehran and Oman are discussing a temporary navigation corridor and mine-clearing project in the Strait of Hormuz, offering relief to global shipping.

Amit Shah Sets One-Year Deadline for Full Criminal Law Rollout
Union Home Minister Amit Shah sets a one-year target for the 100% implementation of India's three new criminal laws, eyeing a major boost in conviction rates.

PM Modi Pushes Speed and Quality in ₹30,000 Crore Infrastructure Review
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 53rd PRAGATI meeting, reviewing infrastructure projects worth over ₹30,000 crore and pushing for accelerated yet high-quality execution.

US Unveils Record Sanctions on Iran as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Washington launches sweeping new economic measures against Iran, sparking global market jitters, currency plunges, and stark warnings from Tehran and Beijing.

Russia Assures India of Uninterrupted Energy and Fertiliser
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin, securing crucial assurances on fuel and fertiliser supplies amid West Asia market disruptions.

NIA Sweeps Five States in Cyber-Terror Case Tied to Operation Sindoor
The National Investigation Agency conducts sweeping searches across five states in a major cyber-terrorism case investigating DDoS attacks on government websites during Operation Sindoor.
