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US Israel Iran Ceasefire Latest War Update: UAE Air Defenses Activated Minutes After Trump's Announcement; Iran Launches New Missile & Drone Attacks

India, April 8 -- The United Arab Emirates activated its air defense systems on Tuesday, April 8, 2026, shortly after reports of a two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. Desp... Read More


'Illicit trade threatens consumers, economy'

New Delhi, April 8 -- Union Consumer Affairs minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday termed illicit trade a "shadow economy", warning that smuggling and counterfeiting pose serious risks to consumers and th... Read More


US, Iran Agree To Two-week Ceasefire

India, April 8 -- The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire in the 39-days long Middle East war. President Donald Trump announced the temporary end of hostilities on social media... Read More


From 'Iran victory' to cautious optimism: How global media is reporting the US-Iran ceasefire agreement

New Delhi, April 8 -- The US, Israel, and Iran have agreed on a 15-day ceasefire after 40 days of war, bringing a pause to one of the most consequential conflicts in recent times. The US and Iran are ... Read More


'From Iranian victory to cautious optimism' - How global media is reporting on US-Iran ceasefire deal

New Delhi, April 8 -- The US, Israel, and Iran have agreed on a 15-day ceasefire after 40 days of war, bringing a pause to one of the most consequential conflicts in recent times. The US and Iran are ... Read More


Iran-US-Israel War Latest News: Did Iran Beg for Ceasefire? US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth Claims 'Decisive Victory' After Operation Epic Fury

India, April 8 -- Iran-US-Israel War Latest News: The United States has claimed a major military success following its latest operations against Iran, with senior officials stating that the strik... Read More


Iran violating ceasefire? Missile alerts in Israel, Dubai, Saudi, Kuwait after Trump's announcement

India, April 8 -- Only moments after President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the US and Iran on Tuesday, Tehran launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel, Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia... Read More


Bangladesh welcomes Middle East ceasefire, calls for lasting peace

Dhaka, April 8 -- Bangladesh has welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that all sides will honour the truce. In a statement on Wednesday, the foreign min... Read More


South Africas maritime opportunity in a time of global shipping disruption

Bangladesh, April 8 -- Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are once again reshaping global shipping patterns, forcing vessels to reconsider traditional routes and prioritize safety over ef... Read More


"War has ended with Iran possessing advantage plus," Former Union MoS for External Affairs MJ Akbar

Mumbai, April 8 -- With a ceasefire now in place between US and Iran, former MoS for External Affairs MJ Akbar, says the obvious advantage has fallen to the Iranian side. Former Union MoS for Externa... Read More