Category : Middle East


US OPT Threat for Indian Students

The OPT program, a key work window for Indian students in the US, faces uncertainty. Changes threaten the traditional pathway from study to H-1B visa, impacting thousands.

Qatar Airways Resumes Nagpur-Doha Flights

Qatar Airways restarted Nagpur-Doha flights suspended due to Middle East conflict. First flight landed with 45 passengers, including an OCI. Service operates five times weekly, boosting connectivity to Europe.

Kolkata Airport Mosque Relocation Push Gains Momentum

Efforts to relocate the 136-year-old Gouripur Jame Masjid from Kolkata airport's secondary runway area have intensified after the state government change, with officials citing safety and operational constraints.

IRGC Map Claims Hormuz Control Amid Gulf Tensions

Iran's IRGC released a new map claiming expanded control over the Strait of Hormuz, including zones near UAE coast. Tehran demands ships coordinate with Iranian authorities, raising global oil supply fears.

Sleeper Buses Lead India Intercity Travel at 86%

Sleeper buses account for 86% of India's intercity travel, while AC buses make up 72%. Young adults aged 18-36 dominate bookings, comprising 69% of passengers, with Gen Z contributing significantly.

How Iran Gained Leverage in the War

Iran survived targeted killings early in the war, then turned the tables on adversaries, creating a stalemate. Analysis of its strategic gains and regional implications.

Tankers Exit Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Deal Talks

Oil tankers have begun leaving the Strait of Hormuz as Trump and Vice President JD Vance signal progress toward a new nuclear deal with Iran, easing regional tensions and impacting global oil markets.

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