Pallab Bhattacharya, New Delhi

A cargo ship in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, 11 March 2026. Photo: Reuters
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India raising its pitch on keeping Hormuz Strait open

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Delhi waives import duty on critical petrochemicals to tackle supply disruptions

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Strategic analysts note 'tilt' in India's West Asia stance

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An Iranian flag stands in the rubble following a strike on a police station in Tehran, Iran, March 4. Photo: Reuters
South Asia

Will India’s political class reach consensus on tackling West Asia war impact?

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South Asia

India opposes China-led deal's inclusion in World Trade Organization framework

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South Asia

India signs accord with Russian firm for procuring air defence missile system

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South Asia

India imposes export duty on diesel, aviation fuel to discourage overseas shipment

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Court

Hadi murder: Indian court allows NIA to quiz prime suspects Faisal, Alamgir

An LPG gas tanker at anchor as traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Shinas, Oman, 11 March 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
Thoughts

Hormuz Strait remains central issue in diplomatic conversations

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Sports

IPL franchise RCB bought by consortium led by Aditya Birla Group for $1.78b

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World+Biz

India restores full benefits for exporters as West Asia war raises shipping costs