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Oil tanker with 24 Indians catches fire near Oman amid West Asia tensions

Oil tanker with 24 Indians catches fire near Oman amid West Asia tensions

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A fire broke out aboard an oil tanker carrying 24 Indian seafarers off the coast of Oman on Monday, even as Israel and Iran exchanged fresh attacks in their first major escalation since the ceasefire. The Madagascar-flagged MT Marivex reported the fire around 1.30 pm, Opesh Kumar Sharma, a director in India`s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, said at a news briefing. Sharma declined to comment on the cause of the fire but confirmed that the vessel had 24 Indian crew members on board. The tanker was empty and positioned well outside the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route impacted by regional tensions. “This is the preliminary information which we have received… as per available information, all Indian seafarers are safe,” Sharma said. “We are coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs, our missions abroad, Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, to ensure their safety.” Delhi: Director in the Shipping Division of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Opesh Kumar Sharma says, “There has been a recent report that today around 1.30 …

1 Indian national killed after dhow catches fire, capsizes near Strait of Hormuz

1 Indian national killed after dhow catches fire, capsizes near Strait of Hormuz

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A wooden dhow carrying general cargo with 18 Indian crew members caught fire and capsized near the Strait of Hormuz, leaving one Indian national dead and four others with burn injuries, a government source told news agency ANI. The incident occurred on Friday near the strategic waterway, with authorities still trying to ascertain the exact cause of the fire. According to the source, the crew members were rescued by a passing vessel after the dhow caught fire and overturned. “In this incident, one Indian on the dhow died while four received burn injuries,” the source told ANI, adding that the injured crew members are undergoing treatment in Dubai and are reported to be safe. The source said Indian consular officials met the rescued nationals soon after the incident. “Our officials from the Indian Consulate met the rescued Indian nationals yesterday night itself. The consulate is also in touch with the Dhow owner and extending all possible assistance,” the source added. Earlier on Thursday, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that 11 …

Beyond Trending: What is mediation?

Beyond Trending: What is mediation?

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4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 3, 2026 04:20 PM IST As the US-Israel war on Iran enters its second month with no signs of de-escalation, attention appears to be shifting towards diplomacy. On March 31, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar released a five-point peace plan.   The plan calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities, peace talks at the earliest opportunity, protection of civilian and critical infrastructure, the restoration of normal maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, and respect for the UN Charter and national sovereignty. But does this plan have the essential elements of mediation in international conflicts? How does mediation work?  Mediation in international conflicts Mediation in international conflict resolution plays a critical role in averting escalation, encouraging diplomacy and finding peaceful solutions. It is generally defined as a voluntary, non-coercive approach to conflict management, in which neutral third parties – called mediators – assist conflicting sides to negotiate an acceptable resolution of issues. Mediators can be individuals, countries, and regional or international organisations that are not …

Iran fooled US with ‘invisible war’ playbook? Leak exposes use of civilian sites as missile cover

Iran fooled US with ‘invisible war’ playbook? Leak exposes use of civilian sites as missile cover

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Published on Apr 01, 2026 11:45 pm IST A leaked IRGC directive reveals a structured strategy of embedding missile operations within civilian environments, outlining how Iran uses cover, deception and dispersion to evade detection. The 33-page “very confidential” document details deployment rules, mobile launch systems and a network of preselected sites, including warehouses, sports centres and industrial facilities. It also highlights the use of disguised launchers and controlled surveillance conditions to mask activity. Analysts say the approach goes beyond traditional bases, integrating civilian spaces into military planning, raising serious concerns that such tactics could expose non-combatants to heightened risk in an escalating conflict.   News / Videos / Iran fooled US with ‘invisible war’ playbook? Leak exposes use of civilian sites as missile cover Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Coach Graham Arnold praises Iraq’s World Cup feat after banning social media | Football News

Coach Graham Arnold praises Iraq’s World Cup feat after banning social media | Football News

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2 min readApr 1, 2026 10:52 PM IST Australian Graham Arnold, head coach of Iraq, said on Wednesday that his team would give everything at this year’s World Cup and relish the opportunity to surprise the worlds. Iraq qualified for the World Cup by beating Bolivia 2-1 in Mexico in their inter-confederation playoff on Wednesday, sealing a return to the finals after a 40-year absence. Aymen Hussein steered home a second-half winner to make the Iraqis the 48th and last team to qualify for the tournament to be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the U.S. Ali Al Hamadi gave Iraq a 10th-minute lead at Monterrey Stadium but Bolivia were level at the break through Moises Paniagua. Arnold guided Australia to the round of 16 at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and will become the second Australian coach to lead two different teams to the World Cup finals. “Before we think about facing France, I should say that I faced them before with Australia at the 2022 World Cup. We lost 4-1, but we used …

Sports events impacted due to the Middle East war

Sports events impacted due to the Middle East war

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The global sporting ecosystem is currently fighting with significant travel disruptions and scheduling challenges caused by the ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East. Various global tournaments like Formula 1 races in Saudi Arabia and MotoGP Grand Prix in Qatar have been postponed due to security concerns. This has also disrupted travel for Asian athletes to European tournaments and vice versa. Notably, two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu missed the prestigious All England Open after being stranded in Dubai due to the conflict. Here is the list of a few such tournaments that have been impacted due to this Middle East situation: FIBA Asia World Cup Qualifiers The Indian basketball team was already in Qatar when the conflict escalated in Iran. They remained stranded there for nearly 15 days before returning to India. The team was scheduled to play a qualifier in Lebanon. But they did not travel due to security concerns, resulting in the qualifiers being postponed to late June. FIH World Cup Qualifier The recently concluded FIH World Cup Qualifiers were also impacted …

Qatar Airways flies over 7,600 Indians home from Doha in 3 days amid US-Iran war, says embassy| India News

Qatar Airways flies over 7,600 Indians home from Doha in 3 days amid US-Iran war, says embassy| India News

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A total of 7,650 Indian nationals were flown back to India from Doha on Qatar Airways flights between March 20 and 22, the Indian embassy in Qatar said on Monday. Qatar Airways aircraft parked at Teruel Airport in Spain, as airlines move planes away from escalating conflict in the Middle East, in Teruel, Spain, March 20, 2026. (REUTERS) (REUTERS) “The Indian Embassy in Doha informed that Qatar Airways operated 25 flights to India between March 20 and 22, carrying around 7,750 Indian nationals,” read a post by India in Qatar on X. In a post on March 19, Qatar Airways had said it would operate a limited number of flights until March 28, 2026 due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. The airline added that passengers could book available destinations through its website, mobile application, or travel agents. Track Dubai News LIVE Updates here On March 20, the ministry of external affairs (MEA) said that Qatar Airways would arrange 10 special flights to India. “Flight situation continues to improve. Qatar Airways is expected …

T.N. CM Stalin questions PM Modi over Centre’s proactiveness on West Asia crisis

T.N. CM Stalin questions PM Modi over Centre’s proactiveness on West Asia crisis

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK chief M.K. Stalin. File | Photo Credit: S.S. Kumar DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) said preparedness for the impact of the ongoing conflict in West Asia cannot be outsourced to the people, and questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi on whether he was prepared to protect the people. “Preparedness cannot be outsourced to the people. Prepared for what — leadership, or its absence? Who is expected to be prepared — the Union government or the people of the country?,” Mr. Stalin wrote in a post on X. Also Read: Iran-Israel war LIVE updates on March 24, 2026 On Monday, while briefing the Lok Sabha on the steps taken by his government to secure India’s energy needs, Mr. Modi said the country should be prepared and united. He also said the impact of the West Asia war is likely to be felt for a long time. “You say that just as we prepared for COVID-19, we must also be prepared for the …

Hikaru Nakamura flags concerns in Cyprus ahead of Candidates 2026

Hikaru Nakamura flags concerns in Cyprus ahead of Candidates 2026

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3 min readMar 22, 2026 04:08 PM IST American Grandmaster and World No. 2 Hikaru Nakamura has raised concerns over the playing conditions in Cyprus, where, in exactly one week’s time, the all-important and prestigious Candidates Tournament 2026 is scheduled to take place. Cyprus is also being dragged into the ongoing war between the US, Israel, and Iran. Nakamura, who is believed to have set up his pre-event camp in Cyprus for nearly the last two months, said the frequent and extended power cuts in the Mediterranean island are not a good sign ahead of the tournament. “It’s not a good sign when power goes out completely in parts of Cyprus and doesn’t come back for an extended period of time,” Nakamura posted on his social media account on X, expressing his concern. Nakamura isn’t the first player to flag concerns about playing conditions in Cyprus; Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy also said she does not want to risk competing in a country that is not too far away from nations like Lebanon and Israel, which …

25 Days Of Crude Oil Available: Sources Say India Is In Comfortable Spot As Iran War Disrupts Supply | India News

25 Days Of Crude Oil Available: Sources Say India Is In Comfortable Spot As Iran War Disrupts Supply | India News

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Last Updated:March 05, 2026, 16:36 IST India has 25 days of energy products amid Middle East war. The government is in touch with Canada, Australia, OPEC, IAEA for LPG and LNG supplies. On Monday, the Ras Laffan plant in Qatar was shut following an Iranian drone attack. Amid the war in the Middle East hitting the supply of energy products, the central government has said that India has 25 days of energy products available and is also in touch with countries such as Canada and Australia for LPG and LNG supplies. According to government sources, “We are in comfortable position as we currently have 25 days of crude oil and 25 days of energy products.” They further said that the government is in touch with all major suppliers of LPG , LNG and also in touch with OPEC, IAEA.” On Monday, the Ras Laffan plant in Qatar was shut following an Iranian drone attack. Ras Tanura oil refinery, located near the eastern city of Dammam, is one of the world’s largest oil processing facilities and …