US warns Iran over Hormuz toll threat

IANS | March 28, 2026 12:09 AM

Washington, March 27, (IANS) The United States has warned that any move by Iran to impose a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz would be “illegal” and “dangerous,” signalling early concern over a potential escalation affecting global shipping lanes.

Trump claims victory over Iran, gives 10-day pause​

IANS | March 27, 2026 8:51 PM

Washington, Mar 27 (IANS) President Donald Trump said US forces have “totally won the war” against Iran, asserting that Tehran’s military capabilities were largely destroyed, as he granted a 10-day window for negotiations before further action.​

Trump warns time running out as Iran issues 5-point plan​

IANS | March 26, 2026 9:03 PM

New York, March 26 (IANS) With the world in the throes of an energy crisis from the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that time was running out for Tehran to “get serious” about a deal.​

India and UK discuss ways to address evolving maritime and aerospace security challenges

IANS | March 25, 2026 8:13 PM

New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi met UK's Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Harvey Smyth in New Delhi on Wednesday with discussions focused on advancing defence cooperation between both nations. The two chiefs laid emphasis on enhancing jointness, strengthening interoperability, and addressing evolving maritime and aerospace security challenges. They also spoke about operational cooperation, training exchanges, and capacity building.