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Weeks into power, Balen Shah govt rocked by protests across Nepal

Student union ban row, India goods duty and calls for Home Minister’s exit trigger widening unrest in Kathmandu and beyond.

Chaos at Germany gurdwara: Kirpans drawn, turbans hurled as violent clash leaves 11 injured

Iran denies sending delegation to Pakistan for US talks

Iran rejects talks under threat, warns US of ‘new battlefield cards’ as ceasefire deadline nears

Senior Iranian military officials inspect helicopters as the IRGC tightens its grip over defence and diplomatic decision-making | Image source: Reuters

IRGC takes control in Tehran, sidelines diplomats amid rising Gulf tensions

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard tightens grip over military and foreign policy, raising stakes in Strait of Hormuz and clouding prospects for US talks

India, Russia operationalise pact allowing 3,000 troops, warships and aircraft in each other’s territory

The RELOS agreement enables both countries to access military bases, ports and airfields, with provisions for deploying personnel, ships and aircraft for joint operations and logistics support.

Strait of Hormuz closure is ‘economic terrorism’, hurting India too: UAE minister

Ceasefire alone is not enough, says Saeed Al Hajeri; warns restricted passage through key oil route is raising costs for Indian homes and businesses.

‘Let me turn back!’ Panic call from Indian oil tanker after gunfire near Strait of Hormuz

Two Indian-flagged vessels reported shots fired during passage through the critical oil route, as tensions and military presence deepen risks for global shipping.

Iran reimposes restrictions on Strait of Hormuz, accuses US of violating reopening deal

Tehran moved to tighten control over the key oil route after Washington said its naval blockade would continue, raising fresh concerns over global energy supplies.