India Warns Against Targeting Shipping In Strait of Hormuz Amid West Asia Crisis

India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, has outlined New Delhi’s approach to tackling the ongoing energy and fertiliser crisis triggered by the conflict in West Asia. Speaking at the Special Meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UNECOSOC) on safeguarding energy and supply flows, Harish stressed that a combination of short‑term and

May 17, 2026
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UAE To Store 30 Million Barrels of Crude Oil In India Under Strategic Energy Partnership

The United Arab Emirates is preparing to store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India as part of a strategic energy partnership designed to strengthen emergency reserves and enhance supply security. This arrangement will make use of India’s strategic petroleum reserve facilities, which are located in underground caverns and serve as buffers against global supply disruptions.By

May 16, 2026
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India’s Offshore Strategy: PM Modi’s Government Launches Massive Bay of Bengal Mega Oil And Gas Survey

India has launched its largest-ever offshore energy exploration drive, with seismic surveys spanning 161,000 line kilometres across the Bay of Bengal and adjoining basins, reported News18 in an exclusive report.This multi-basin project, led by the Directorate General of Hydrocarbons, aims to uncover untapped oil and gas reserves to reduce India’s heavy import dependence and strengthen long-term

May 16, 2026
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UAE Commits $5 Billion To India As Modi’s Visit Strengthens Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s latest visit to the United Arab Emirates has been hailed as a landmark moment in bilateral relations, with the announcement of over USD 5 billion worth of investments into India. Ambassador Deepak Mittal described the visit as “remarkable,” noting that more than ₹47,000 crore will flow into key sectors of the Indian economy.For the first time, a substantial

May 16, 2026
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Lavrov And EAM Jaishankar Advance India–Russia Special And Privileged Strategic Partnership During BRICS Meeting

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited India to attend the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting and also held a bilateral discussion with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on 13 May.According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the talks covered multiple aspects of the India–Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.These included trade and investment, energy and connectivity,

May 16, 2026
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India And UAE Forge Strategic Defence And Energy Partnership Amid Gulf Turmoil

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to the United Arab Emirates on 15 May 2026 marked a significant deepening of bilateral ties, particularly in the domains of defence and energy.He was received by President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the Presidential Airport in Abu Dhabi, underscoring the ceremonial importance attached to the occasion.The Indian Ministry of External Affairs

May 16, 2026
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PM Modi Strengthens India‑Netherlands Partnership With Focus On Technology, Energy And Trade

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the Netherlands on the second leg of his five‑nation tour, emphasising technology, energy, and trade cooperation at a time when the India‑EU Free Trade Agreement has given fresh momentum to bilateral economic ties.His engagements include talks with Prime Minister Rob Jetten, meetings with King Willem‑Alexander and Queen Máxima, and a vibrant interaction

May 16, 2026
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UAE’s F‑16 Jets Escort PM Modi As Strategic Energy Pacts Signed In Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival in Abu Dhabi was marked by a striking gesture from the United Arab Emirates, which deployed its F‑16 Block 60 ‘Desert Falcon’ fighter jets to escort his aircraft.The video footage captured the UAE Air Force jets flying alongside the custom‑modified Boeing 777‑300ER, designated ‘Air India One’ when carrying the Prime Minister. This ceremonial escort

May 15, 2026
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Tarapur Unit-2 Restart Cleared By Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, Strengthening India’s Nuclear Roadmap

India’s Atomic Energy Regulatory Board has formally approved the restart of Unit 2 at the Tarapur Atomic Power Station in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, granting it operational clearance for another decade.This decision follows a multi-tiered safety review and technical assessment after extensive refurbishment and upgrades carried out by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited.The

May 15, 2026
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India Condemns Attack On Indian‑Flagged Vessel Off Oman, Crew Rescued Safely

India has strongly condemned the recent attack on an Indian‑flagged commercial vessel off the coast of Oman, describing the incident as unacceptable and reiterating its firm stance on safeguarding freedom of navigation and civilian maritime activity amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal issued a statement deploring the continued

May 14, 2026
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