India Pivots To Self‑Reliance: ₹70,000‑Cr Shipbuilding Push And Energy Buffers As West Asia Crisis Deepens

India is emerging as a relatively stable anchor in a turbulent global economy, even as the West Asia crisis centred on the Iran–Israel–US conflict exacerbates energy‑price shocks and raises fears of stagflation in major economies.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised that India’s economic fundamentals remain strong, with the country prepared for short‑, medium‑ and long‑term fallout from

March 27, 2026
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IAEA Chief Warns of ‘Major’ Nuclear Disaster After Strikes On Iran’s Bushehr Plant

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has expressed grave concern over reports of military strikes near Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, warning that any damage to the facility could trigger a serious radiological accident.In a statement shared on X, Grossi emphasised that Bushehr is an operational nuclear power station containing significant amounts of

March 27, 2026
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Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif Ridicules US Demand On Hormuz As Islamabad Eyes Mediation Role

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has taken a swipe at Washington’s stated objective of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting that the waterway was never truly closed to begin with.His remark, delivered on social media, appeared to mock the United States’ military campaign against Iran, which has been ongoing for several weeks.Asif’s words carry added weight given Pakistan’s attempt

March 27, 2026
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Indian Navy Launches ‘Urja Suraksha’ To Shield Vital Energy Routes Amid Iranian Blockade of Hormuz Strait

India deploys destroyers and a frigate to escort merchant vessels through the Strait of HormuzIn a swift response to escalating tensions in West Asia, the Indian Navy has initiated Operation Urja Suraksha. This meticulously planned mission focuses on escorting and safeguarding India-bound energy shipments navigating the critically important Strait of Hormuz.Iran’s recent blockade of the strait

March 27, 2026
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