May 17, 2026

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‘A serious war is going on…’: Govt assures ‘no shortage of fuel’ amid LPG supply concerns during Middle East conflict

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Union minister Piyush Goyal. (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured that India is not facing any fuel shortage despite growing volatility in global energy markets triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.Addressing reporters in Tiruchirappalli, Goyal said the government is closely monitoring developments and taking proactive measures to ensure…

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Middle East crisis: Jaishankar holds ‘detailed conversation’ with Iranian foreign minister Araghchi | India News

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NEW DELHI: External affairs minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar held a phone conversation with Iran’s foreign minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday, to discuss regional developments and concerns over shipping security in the region. In a post on X EAM later described the talks as detailed and said both sides agreed to remain in touch. Modi Meets…

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Middle East crisis: IEA proposes largest oil reserve release of 182 million barrels to ease crude prices

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Amid soaring crude oil prices worldwide due to the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed the largest disbursement of oil reserves to help bring down prices.The release could exceed the 182 million barrels of oil that IEA member countries put on the market in two separate releases in 2022,…

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Middle East war enters day 12 as US, Israel unleash ‘heaviest strikes’ on Iran as Tehran rules out ceasefire

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The war between United States, Israel and Iran entered its 12th day on Wednesday with no sign of easing, as American and Israeli forces carried out what officials described as the most intense strikes yet on Iranian targets while the conflict spread across the region. US defense secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would see the…

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Freight pricing scrutiny: Govt asks shipping lines to avoid ‘predatory’ charges amid Middle East crisis

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The government has asked shipping companies, vessel operators and their agents to refrain from “predatory, non-transparent and opportunistic pricing” practices as freight costs rise sharply amid disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, PTI reported citing sources.The advisory was issued by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) on Monday after the regulator received…

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Ajith Kumar returns safely to Chennai after being stranded in Dubai amid Middle East conflict |

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Actor Ajith Kumar has safely returned to Chennai after travel disruptions in the Gulf region left several passengers stranded due to sudden airspace closures. The actor was spotted arriving at the Chennai airport, with videos of his return quickly circulating on social media. Actor Ajith Kumar has safely returned to Chennai after travel disruptions in…

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Us Travel Guidance: US offers travel guidance for citizens in Middle East, shares emergency contacts and possible departure options |

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The US Department of State has issued updated guidance for Americans currently in the Middle East, urging them to stay in contact with US embassies and register for alerts as authorities monitor the evolving regional situation. In its update issued on March 9, 2026, at 9 PM Eastern Time, the department urged the American citizens…

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Russian sanctions easing linked only to India? Trump’s message to Europe allies amid Middle East oil shock

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Donald Trump indicated that Washington might consider lifting ‘certain oil-related sanctions’ in order to help bring down prices. (AI image) Even as the world economy reels under the global oil supply shock, the Donald Trump administration has reportedly made it clear to European countries that any easing on Russian crude oil sanctions would be related…

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Middle East crisis: Asian airlines raise fares as war fuels oil shock fears

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Airlines across Asia are increasing ticket prices and preparing contingency plans, including the possibility of grounding aircraft, as the escalating Middle East conflict threatens to trigger the biggest oil shock since the 1970s.Indian carriers have already raised fares on long-haul routes by about 15 per cent and are considering further hikes as jet fuel prices…

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Middle East heat reaches Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif announces fuel‑saving measures; work from home, salary cuts and more

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Global oil supplies are facing mounting pressure as the Middle East crisis continues to intensify, with disruptions rippling across several regions and the heat has reached Pakistan. In a bid to soften the hit, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has rolled out measures, running from cutting government spending and work from home guidelines, aimed towards saving…

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