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India has secured 60 million barrels of Russian oil for April delivery under a US waiver, as war-driven disruptions push refiners to diversify supply sources.

Donald Trump says the U.S. is making progress toward ending the 2026 Iran war, but Iran denies any direct talks have occurred. Tehran has told the U.N. that “non‑hostile” ships may transit the vital Strait of Hormuz under certain conditions amid ongoing tensions and global energy disruption.

A new six-week pilot programme in the United Kingdom will see 300 teenagers voluntarily limit their social media use as part of a government-backed initiative to study the impact of reduced screen time on mental health, focus, sleep patterns, and academic performance.

Erdogan has sharply criticised Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing Israel–Iran conflict, calling the escalation in West Asia a “war for political survival and power” rather than security. Turkey leader warned that the conflict risks pushing the region toward wider instability and urged global powers to act to prevent further escalation. His remarks come as tensions remain high between Israel and Iran, with diplomatic efforts continuing alongside military strikes across multiple fronts.

The President of the United States described a recent military incident as a “little mishap” after Kuwait accidentally fired U.S.-made missiles at three F-15E jets. Officials are reviewing the event to understand how such a critical mistake occurred and prevent future incidents.

Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam denies any US-Iran talks, contradicting Donald Trump, as Iran dismisses claims of ongoing negotiations.

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The disruption has also had a significant human impact, with around 20,000 seafarers stranded on nearly 2,000 vessels west of the strait, according to International Maritime Organization Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez.

Security arrangements have been beefed up at prominent tourist destinations, including Gulmarg in north Kashmir, Sonamarg in central Kashmir, and Pahalgam in south Kashmir. In Srinagar, special focus has been placed on high-footfall areas such as the Dal Lake and Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden.

India mandates PNG switch for households with pipeline access.

The USS Abraham Lincoln remains safe from Iranian strikes due to its layered Aegis defence, electronic jamming, and long-range interceptions. US Central Command has confirmed the carrier is undamaged.

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Amid ongoing tensions in the US-Iran war, reports suggest Washington has offered to support Iran’s civilian nuclear energy programme as part of a broader diplomatic proposal aimed at ending the conflict. The reported framework includes lifting certain nuclear-related sanctions and assisting oversight of peaceful nuclear activities in exchange for Iran permanently abandoning nuclear weapons ambitions and scaling back enrichment and missile capabilities.

The USS Abraham Lincoln is maintaining a powerful presence in the Middle East. Its advanced air wing, featuring stealth jets, provides critical security and deterrence in the airspace near Iran.

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The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency as fuel supplies continue to run low. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warns of worsening shortages, raising concerns over power stability, economic impact, and public safety as the government scrambles to manage the growing nationwide crisis.

Iran has reportedly refused to engage in negotiations led by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, citing deep mistrust over past talks. Reports say Tehran views the two as unreliable after earlier diplomatic efforts collapsed and were followed by military escalation. Instead, Iran has indicated a preference for US Vice President JD Vance to take the lead in any potential talks, seeing him as a more acceptable interlocutor. Despite these developments, Iranian officials continue to publicly deny that any direct negotiations with the United States are currently underway.

Global stock markets surged after fresh hopes of a ceasefire in the US-Iran conflict boosted investor confidence and eased fears of prolonged instability in West Asia.

Russia launched nearly 1,000 drones on Ukraine in 24 hrs, killing 8 and hitting key sites. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vows retaliation amid escalating war.