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04 May

US Plans Naval Escort for Ships in Hormuz Amid Rising Maritime Threats

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States is set to begin a major maritime operation to assist vessels stranded in the troubled waters of the Strait of Hormuz, following an announcement by former President Donald Trump. The initiative, expected to commence on Monday, comes in response to increasing security risks and recent attacks on commercial shipping in the region. Trump described the move as a coordinated effort to ensure safe passage for ships caught in the conflict zone, stressing that many of them belong to neutral nations. The plan is intended to help maritime traffic resume normal operations after weeks of…

03 May

US Weighs Iran’s Fresh Offer as Donald Trump Leaves Door Open for Military Response

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Tensions between United States and Iran remain high as a new diplomatic proposal from Tehran is being examined, even while Washington signals that military options are still on the table. Former US President Donald Trump said he would review Iran’s latest peace framework but expressed doubts about its viability. He suggested that the proposal may not meet expectations, pointing to longstanding grievances and questioning whether it adequately addresses core concerns. During a media interaction, Trump indicated that a return to military action could not be ruled out. While he stopped short of outlining specific conditions, he noted…

02 May

President Trump Likens US Naval Blockade to Piracy Amid Escalating Conflict with Iran

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Washington DC (Rajeev Sharma): President Donald Trump generated significant controversy on Friday evening by stating that the United States Navy was acting "like pirates" during the ongoing naval blockade of Iranian ports. His comments came as he described a recent operation where US forces successfully seized a ship along with its cargo and oil, characterizing the seizures as a "very profitable business." Trump’s admission that American forces are essentially engaging in piratical behaviour—while maintaining that they are "not playing games"—marks a blunt shift in the rhetoric surrounding the maritime strategy employed by Washington and its allies during the current war…

02 May

Diljit Dosanjh hits out at protesters during concert, defends appearance on Jimmy Fallon’s ‘The Tonight Show

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Rajeev Sharma :- Diljit Dosanjh, one of the biggest names in Punjabi entertainment made headlines after he confronted the protestors during his concert and firmly defended his decision to appear on Jimmy Fallon's 'The Tonight Show' asserting that his only objective was to represent Punjab on global platform. The rebuke stemmed from Diljit's recent sold-out shows where some audience members were seen raising flags in apparent protest against the singer. While the precise cause was not officially confirmed, many netizens suggested the anger stemmed from Diljit's appearance on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' at a time when Punjab was…

02 May

No Breakthrough Yet as US Rejects Iran’s Offer, Talks Remain Uncertain

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Efforts to resolve the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict continue to face obstacles, with Donald Trump making it clear that Washington is not convinced by Tehran’s latest proposal for negotiations. Addressing the media, Trump said the offer put forward by Iran fails to meet key US expectations, indicating that significant differences persist between the two sides. He suggested that although dialogue has not completely stopped, the current terms are not something his administration is willing to accept. Meanwhile, Abbas Araqchi signalled that Iran is still open to diplomatic engagement, but stressed that any meaningful progress would require a shift…

01 May

White House Labels Iran Conflict Concluded, Ceasefire Interpretation Sparks Debate

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma):The administration of Donald Trump has asserted that the military confrontation with Iran has effectively come to an end, pointing to the ceasefire implemented in early April as proof that hostilities have ceased. The claim is drawing attention as it could allow the government to sidestep legal requirements tied to prolonged military engagement. According to officials familiar with the administration’s position, the halt in direct fighting means the conflict no longer falls under the scope of the War Powers Resolution, which mandates congressional approval if combat operations continue beyond 60 days. Authorities argue that since no active exchanges…

30 Apr

Iran Rebukes US Pressure Tactics as Oil Market Volatility Intensifies

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh war of words has erupted between Iran and the United States, with Tehran dismissing Washington’s blockade strategy and linking it to a sharp rise in global crude prices. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf took a swipe at recent statements made by Donald Trump, who had earlier suggested that Iran’s oil infrastructure would face severe consequences under sustained economic restrictions. Iranian officials say those predictions have not materialised, instead pointing to the country’s continued output despite mounting pressure. At the centre of the dispute is the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route where…

30 Apr

Iran Signals Escalation With New Weapon Claim as US Maintains Pressure

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The standoff between Iran and its adversaries intensified on Wednesday after Tehran hinted at deploying a new military capability, even as Donald Trump reaffirmed his decision to reject a recent diplomatic proposal. A senior Iranian naval official indicated that the country is preparing to unveil a weapon system that could significantly challenge opposing forces. While no technical details were disclosed, the statement appeared aimed at signalling readiness for further escalation in the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. The remarks came shortly after Washington turned down Tehran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in…

30 Apr

Washington Seeks Global Support to Secure Hormuz Shipping Lane Amid Ongoing Iran Standoff

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States is stepping up efforts to rally international partners for a new maritime initiative aimed at restoring commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, as disruptions linked to tensions with Iran continue to impact global trade. Officials are reportedly proposing a coordinated framework that would bring together multiple nations to ensure safe navigation in the Gulf. The plan is expected to involve intelligence-sharing, diplomatic coordination and enforcement mechanisms to counter threats to vessels passing through the strategic waterway. The Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for oil shipments worldwide, has seen reduced activity amid heightened…

29 Apr

14 Punjabis land in UK without holding valid visa, sought asylum; human trafficking suspected

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Rajeev Sharma :- A case of human trafficking has been registered against unidentified individuals after 14 Indian nationals from Punjab landed in the UK without a valid visa and sought asylum. "It seems a case of human trafficking, in which employees of Air India at the Amritsar airport are involved. Further, there is likelihood of involvement of travel agents, who booked tickets of these passengers. Given the scale of the operation, a police investigation may be able to unearth the network," reads the FIR. Jadwinder Singh, Gursewak Singh, Navjot Singh Aulakh, Ravinder Pal Singh Randhawa, Harwinder Singh Dhaliwal, Inderjeet Singh,…