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Thursday, March 26, 2026
TopicIran-israel conflict

Topic: iran-israel conflict

Iran war is sure to bring recession in US—common man in India will also suffer

The disruptions in supply chains, rising shipping costs, and shortages of critical components could trigger a global supply shock, throwing economies into chaos and recession.

Israel’s ‘model ally’ image risks becoming a cautionary tale

Early in 2003, with the US still in shock over Al Qaeda’s 9/11 terrorist attacks, Washington called on allies to join it in going...

What Larijani told Shekhar Gupta about Iran’s nuclear ambitions & why he called Israel a ‘disturbance’

Ali Larijani was killed in Israeli strikes earlier this week. Viewed as pragmatist, he had emerged as powerful figure after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death.

Strait of Hormuz crisis shows limits of US, say Chinese. ‘India most vulnerable’

Chinese online discourse situates the crisis within a broader geopolitical context, particularly the hesitancy of US allies to support Washington.

Iran’s ‘kingmaker’ intel chief Larijani confirmed dead in US-Israel strikes. Who can be next powerhouse

Disqualified twice from running for president, Larijani had key role in shaping Iran's nuclear & defence strategies. He leaves behind a divided legacy—of being both pragmatist & repressor.

Use LPG judiciously, consider alternatives wherever possible—Govt amid supply crunch & shipping delays 

With vessels stranded at Hormuz amid West Asia conflict, Centre ramps up production, cracks down on hoarding, and urges households to use alternative.

Blue flame of Indian gas stoves ‘flickering’—global media spotlights ‘anxiety’ over LPG

NYT & BBC report on rumours of shortage of cooking gas while FT looks at India’s lowering of barriers to Chinese investment and the ‘wariness’ behind it.

Is India’s economy as big as it seems? Global media reads the fine print of GDP revamp

The New York Times reports on BRICS and India’s stance on the Israeli and American strikes over Iran, while AP explores India-Bangladesh ties.

Centre invokes Essential Commodities Act to regulate gas supply as Iran and US-Israel conflict rages on

Gazette notification prioritises household fuel, transport gas and fertiliser sector as West Asia tensions raise concerns over energy supplies

A quick end to Iran war is in India’s interest. But Modi has no influence over US or Israel

The US-Israel war in Iran has shown India’s real place in global politics — a middle power, not a Vishwaguru.

On Camera

What ambassador Xu Feihong expects from youth in China and India

China and India are home to 1.2 billion young people. They’re the pioneers in advancing the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and realising the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’.

India’s strategic oil reserves tell a tale of structural constraints & stalled expansion. Here’s why

India’s oil reserves, which can last just 74-75 days, are much less than other major economies. Japan, for instance, holds reserves for 254 days.

India-Japan to finalise deal to co-develop & co-produce UNICORN mast ‘soon’, says Japanese envoy

The countries signed a memorandum for co-development of UNICORN masts in November 2024. India has been second Asian nation to have such an agreement with Tokyo, after Philippines.

The Vishwaguru delusion, mine vs yours, is ruining our view of the world

One side thinks India is punching way above its weight. The other thinks Modi has undermined India and it punches below its strength. Both are wrong.