India supports free movement of commercial shipping: MEA

Dec 21, 2023

Emphasising India's support for free movement of commercial shipping, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi while referring to the ongoing attacks in the...

"Targeting of commercial shipping unacceptable," India urges restoration of safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz at UN debate

Apr 17, 2026

"An aspect of particular concern for India, for its energy and economic security, relates to commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. India has...

Houthi hijacking an Iranian threat to global shipping

Nov 22, 2023

The ship, partially owned by Israeli businessman Rami Ungar, has no Israeli nationals aboard and was travelling from Turkey to India. Its 25 crew...

Maersk to resume shipping in the Red Sea

Dec 25, 2023

Shipping giant Maersk will resume operations in the Red Sea after temporarily halting activity due to attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on commercial vessels,...

"India carefully evaluating all aspects of unfolding situation in Red Sea": MEA

Dec 29, 2023

India values the free movement of commercial shipping and is closely evaluating all aspects of the unfolding situation in Red Sea, the Ministry of...

Qatar Energy declares force majeure; halts LNG production

Mar 04, 2026

This move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and after its energy infrastructure was targeted, including the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil...