Delhi Master Plan 2047 Floats Air Taxis as Future Transport Option

US Plans Record Iran Sanctions, Urges China to Act on Hormuz Dispute

The United States is preparing its most stringent sanctions yet against Iran in a bid to sharply escalate economic pressure on Tehran. Washington is also calling on China to cooperate in curbing Iranian oil trade as part of this pressure campaign. China, however, has rejected the sanctions approach and is instead advocating for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping lane, remains a central flashpoint in the ongoing standoff. The situation highlights deepening tensions between major powers over Iran policy and energy security.

Brent crude near $94 as US-Iran tensions tighten global oil supply

Oil prices remained stable on Friday, with Brent crude approaching $94 per barrel due to supply disruptions linked to the US-Iran conflict. Both Brent and WTI benchmarks are on track to record a second straight week of gains. The ongoing conflict has led to considerable casualties and disruptions to oil and gas supplies in the region. President Trump has threatened retaliatory action against countries that support Iran, adding further uncertainty to global energy markets.

Ladakh viral video: Woman apologises to Indian Army over Minamarg checkpost row

Express Train Kills 4 Track Workers During Weed-Control Operation in Japan

Four railway workers were killed in Japan after being struck by an express train. The workers were engaged in weed-control maintenance on the tracks at the time of the incident. The train hit the workers while they were carrying out the routine track upkeep task. Authorities have not yet released further details about the exact location or circumstances of the accident.