Geopolitics

LNG tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz

August 13, 2026

IRGC Claims GasLog Shanghai Strike in Escalating Hormuz Tensions

Two Qatari LNG tankers struck in a month in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran’s IRGC escalates pressure on Gulf energy exports, pushing global oil prices above $90 and forcing ships to

Cover of an Indian passport (2021 edition), the travel document held by ordinary Indian citizens.

India·News·Policy·Politics

Iran Suspends Visa Waiver for Indian Ordinary Passport Holders

Iran suspended visa-free entry for Indian ordinary passport holders effective November 22, 2025, per the MEA advisory of November 17. The rare downgrade reflects deepening geopolitical tensions The s.

August 12, 2026

China Tightens Visas While India Opens Doors to Chinese Professionals

Business·India·Policy·Politics

China began rejecting 60 to 80 percent of Indian business visas in August 2026, reversing 90 percent-plus approval, while India eased Chinese professional visas

India’s LPG Imports from U.S. Surge to 67% in Six Months

Business·Energy·India·Policy

India's US LPG imports jumped from 10 percent in January to 67 percent by August 2026 after the Iran war cut 85 percent of

Capitol setting reflecting shifting healthcare policy and legislative debate

Business·Energy·Policy

Big Oil’s $93B Windfall: How Iran War Inflated Q2 Profits

Big Oil pocketed $93B in Q2 2026 profits after the February 28 Iran war spiked crude to $126 a barrel. Aramco led with $33B as US gasoline hit $4.10/gallon. Trump blasted the

Sunita Somvanshi

August 12, 2026

President Donald Trump speaking at a podium amid record oil company profits.

Business·Energy·Policy·Politics

Trump Pressure Mounts on ExxonMobil, Chevron to Lower $4.10 Gas Prices Amid Profit Surge

President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on major oil companies to cut retail gasoline prices, accusing ExxonMobil and Chevron of making excessive profits from the Iran conflict. On August 3, 2026, Trump

Sunita Somvanshi

August 5, 2026