Ceasefire Fails To Clear The Strait: Iran Demands Prior Permit Under Threat of Destruction

The Iranian Navy has issued a stern warning to maritime operators, stating that any vessel attempting to traverse the Strait of Hormuz without explicit prior approval will be targeted and destroyed.This development indicates that, despite a recently announced 14-day ceasefire, the critical energy chokepoint remains under tight restriction. Reuters reports that trapped vessels in the Gulf have

April 9, 2026
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Assailants Neutralised In High-Stakes Shootout Outside Israeli Consulate In Istanbul

Shots were fired by unidentified assailants outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, sparking a violent confrontation that left two attackers dead and several police officers injured.The incident triggered an immediate security response in an area already known for its heavy police presence.A gunfight broke out near the building housing the consulate, resulting in injuries to two

April 9, 2026
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Congress’s Jairam Ramesh Critiques Indian Foreign Policy As Pakistan Mediates US-Iran Peace

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has voiced significant concerns regarding the Central government’s foreign policy, characterising Pakistan’s mediatory role in the recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran as a major defeat for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.This follows US President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend attacks on Iran after accepting a 10-point peace proposal, leading to a

April 8, 2026
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India Opposes Iranian Proposal For Transit Tolls In Reopened Strait of Hormuz

India has expressed firm opposition to the imposition of any tolls or fees for cargo vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, according to government sources.This development follows a two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which aims to guarantee the resumption of maritime traffic through one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.Historically, the waterway

April 8, 2026
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Tel Aviv Destroys Tehran’s Premier Russian-Made S-300PMU2 Battery Shield In Strategic Aerial Offensive

The Israeli Air Force has successfully neutralised one of Iran’s most sophisticated air defence assets in a precision strike, resulting in the total destruction of a Russian-made S-300PMU2 battery.This operation, confirmed via official Israeli Defence Forces footage released on 7 April 2026, removes a critical high-altitude shield designed to intercept modern combat aircraft and cruise

April 8, 2026
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Hezbollah Halts Strikes Amid US-Iran Ceasefire, Sources Tell Reuters

According to three Lebanese sources with close ties to Hezbollah, the militant group ceased fire against northern Israel and Israeli military units within Lebanon during the early hours of Wednesday morning. This operational pause follows the official announcement of a ceasefire agreement brokered between the United States and Iran.The scope of this two-week cessation of hostilities remains

April 8, 2026
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Hezbollah Halts Strikes Amid US-Iran Ceasefire, Sources Tell Reuters

According to three Lebanese sources with close ties to Hezbollah, the militant group ceased fire against northern Israel and Israeli military units within Lebanon during the early hours of Wednesday morning. This operational pause follows the official announcement of a ceasefire agreement brokered between the United States and Iran.The scope of this two-week cessation of hostilities remains

April 8, 2026
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Sensex Rockets Over 2,900 pts, NIFTY Closes Near 24,000: Dalal Street Celebrates As Missiles Rest

Dalal Street witnessed a euphoric rally on April 8, with benchmark indices surging to fresh highs as geopolitical tensions eased. The Sensex skyrocketed by 2,946 points, closing at 77,562.90, a gain of nearly 4 percent, while the Nifty advanced 874 points to settle just shy of the 24,000 mark at 23,997.35.This sharp rebound reflected investor relief after missile-related concerns subsided,

April 8, 2026
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Sensex Rockets Over 2,900 pts, NIFTY Closes Near 24,000: Dalal Street Celebrates As Missiles Rest

Dalal Street witnessed a euphoric rally on April 8, with benchmark indices surging to fresh highs as geopolitical tensions eased. The Sensex skyrocketed by 2,946 points, closing at 77,562.90, a gain of nearly 4 percent, while the Nifty advanced 874 points to settle just shy of the 24,000 mark at 23,997.35.This sharp rebound reflected investor relief after missile-related concerns subsided,

April 8, 2026
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Iran Backs Trump Ceasefire, Offers Safe Hormuz Passage if Attacks Stop; Trump Pauses Strikes On Iran For 2 Weeks

In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Iran has announced a conditional agreement to provide safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for a period of two weeks. This offer is strictly contingent upon a complete cessation of military strikes against Iranian territory. The move follows the announcement of a proposed ceasefire framework by US President Donald Trump, offering a brief window

April 8, 2026
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