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White House divisions intensify as Trump weighs strategy in Iran war

Washington— Internal divisions among advisers to Donald Trump are shaping the U.S. president’s shifting public messaging on the ongoing war

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Rupiah pressure seen keeping Indonesia’s key rate at 4.75% on March 17

Bengaluru — Bank Indonesia is expected to hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 4.75% for a sixth consecutive meeting

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India says Iran assures safe Hormuz passage for its tankers; Tehran source disputes claim

New Delhi, Iran will allow Indian-flagged oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz, an Indian government source said on

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Thailand demands apology from Iran after vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz

Bangkok, Thailand on Thursday demanded an apology from Iran after a Thai vessel was struck by a projectile in the

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India’s GAIL Secures Oman LNG Cargo as Supply Disruptions Strain Gas Market

New Delhi– GAIL (India) Limited has purchased a liquefied natural gas cargo from Oman for delivery next week as India

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Indonesia lawmakers vet regulator candidates after market rout shakes investor confidence

Jakarta— Indonesian lawmakers on Wednesday began assessing candidates for senior leadership positions at the country’s financial regulator following a sharp

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Middle East crisis exposes Japan’s energy vulnerability, renewables advocate warns

Tokyo, Japan must reduce its reliance on imported fossil fuels to shield its economy from geopolitical shocks, the chair of

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China bets on sweeping AI rollout to revive growth and generate jobs

Beijing,— China is accelerating a nationwide push to adopt artificial intelligence across industries in an effort to create jobs and

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IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down amid scrutiny over cancellations and regional disruptions

NEW DELHI — Pieter Elbers has resigned as chief executive of IndiGo, India’s largest airline, months after mass flight cancellations

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FAKE: Viral Image of ‘Indian Mossad Spy’ Arrested in Bahrain Is Fabricated

Manama – In early March 2026, a chilling narrative ignited a firestorm across social media: Bahrain Detains Indiaan Engineer for

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