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Hormuz crisis: Government identifies 22 vessels for safe passage – Authentic Report

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026 admin No Comments

Hormuz crisis: These 20 vessels carry 215,000 tonnes of LNG, 321,000 tonnes of LPG, and 1,676,000 tonnes of crude oil; both Indian and foreign-flagged ships, all bound for India. Carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying approximately 92,712 metric tonnes of LPG, safely passed the Strait last week under the Indian Navy escort. The government has…

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Iranian leaders vow revenge after the death of security chief Ali Larijani – Report 2026

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 admin No Comments

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed deep grief over the loss, describing Larijani as a “virtuous, precious, and dear brother: Senior Iranian figures have paid high-level tributes following the death of the nation’s top security official, Ali Larijani, who was killed during a military strike carried out by the Israeli and US forces, according to state…

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United States pushes for a permanent ban on ecommerce tariffs despite opposition 2026

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 admin No Comments

United States The moratorium has divided nations for nearly three decades as economies including Brazil, India and South Africa argued they wanted to preserve domestic policy options rather than rubber-stamp it. A draft WTO statement of support for the moratorium circulated in late February included the United States, Singapore, Argentina, Japan, South Korea, Mexico and…

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Apple turns 50: A massive bet that reshaped technology and a pressure to succeed

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026 admin No Comments

From Steve Jobs’ design philosophy to Tim Cook’s ecosystem strategy, Apple’s biggest products have repeatedly reshaped the technology industry, though not every gamble worked. From the Macintosh and iPod to the iPhone and Vision Pro, Apple’s products have repeatedly reshaped how people interact with technology over the past five decades. There are two ways to…

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Iranian ships allowed to pass through Strait of Hormuz: Envoy – Authentic Report 2026

March 15, 2026March 15, 2026 admin No Comments

Iran’s Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali noted historical relations between the two nations, and said that both sides have maintained cooperation through the conflict Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Fathali on Saturday said that Tehran has permitted a limited number of Indian vessels to move through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle…

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Federal judge blocks Fed chair Powell’s subpoenas; DOJ to appeal : Report 2026

March 14, 2026March 14, 2026 admin No Comments

US Federal judge James Boasberg blocked subpoenas targeting Fed Chair Jerome Powell over HQ renovations, citing no evidence and an improper retaliatory motive. By Amara Omeokwe US Federal Attorney Jeanine Pirro vowed to continue her investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell after a judge rejected subpoenas issued to the central bank, threatening to delay…

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Iran’s attacks on Gulf nations are condemned by China, which calls for a ceasefire Report 2026

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 admin No Comments

Iran’s conflict: China condemned indiscriminate attacks on civilians and Gulf states, while urging ceasefire and diplomacy. China also abstained from a UN resolution condemning Iran’s strikes. China on Wednesday (local time) said it opposes attacks on Gulf countries and condemned indiscriminate strikes on civilians and non-military targets, in a rare criticism of its ally Iran…

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Nicotine lozenges 2026: can they help you stop smoking? How many can you take safely

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026 admin No Comments

No Smoking Day 2026: Nicotine lozenges can help ease cravings while quitting smoking, but they should be used correctly and within the recommended daily limit. Nicotine lozenges may help reduce cravings and support people trying to quit smoking. Quitting smoking is often easier said than done. Even when people decide to stop, nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms…

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Canada will limit free settlement services for economic class PRs on April 1

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026 admin No Comments

Canada will limit free settlement services for economic class permanent residents to six years from April 1, 2026, and five years from April 1, 2027 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada on Tuesday announced that it would stop giving many economic class permanent residents open-ended access to federally funded settlement services from April 1, 2026, replacing…

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LIC’s portfolio takes a 70,000-crore hit due to the US-Iran war; banks and L&T are the worst hit

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 admin No Comments

Holdings in SBI, ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank accounted for more than one-fifth of the losses for Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India; while L&T alone created a 11 per cent dent, shows ACE Equity data. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), India’s state-run insurance behemoth and one of the largest domestic institutional investors, has…

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