- The U.S. Central Command said it would impose a blockade on Iranian ports starting on Monday after talks broke down.
- After protests broke out in Noida, the Uttar Pradesh government set up an inquiry team, blaming “vested interests” for the violence.
- Iran warns Hormuz blockade could trigger disproportionate surge
global fuel prices . - Arvind Kejriwal sought the judge’s recusal from the GST case, citing concerns of bias and unfair hearing.
- Legendary singer Asha Bhosle was cremated with state honors, marking the end of an iconic musical era.
Here are the top five stories of the day:
U.S. Central Command says Hormuz blockade will begin on Monday and only applies to Iranian ports
The U.S. military announced on Monday that it would block all Iranian ports after talks between the two countries broke down, despite Iran warning that the move would be considered an act of piracy. Follow real-time updates
Noida protests: Uttar Pradesh govt sets up inquiry team to resolve Noida riots, citing ‘vested interests’
After the riots in Noida, the Uttar Pradesh government set up a probe team to look into the reasons behind the protests and recommend corrective measures. It cited the role of “vested interests” in exacerbating tensions even as the government moved to restore normalcy and prevent further escalation. Follow real-time updates
Risk of Hormuz blockade looms, Iran says fuel crisis possible – interpret its ‘mathematical warning’
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that fuel prices could soar if tensions lead to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, saying current prices could soon look cheap. His statement came with a symbolic equation, suggesting that even a minor disturbance in the strait could trigger a sharp spike in oil prices. Read more
Kejriwal seeks recusal from judge in GST case, lists 10 reasons
Arvind Kejriwal represented himself before the Delhi High Court seeking the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the GST policy case. He gave ten reasons why there were “serious and legitimate concerns” that he might not get a fair hearing. Read more
Asha Bhosle laid to rest with national honors at Shivaji Park Crematorium
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle was laid to rest with state honors at Shivaji Park Crematorium. The final rites, performed in accordance with the Vedic tradition, marked the end of an eight-decade-long era in Indian music. The ceremony turned emotional as a police contingent fired a three-gun salute, followed by the “Last Post”. Bosler died at the age of 92 at Breach Candy Hospital, where his family and several political dignitaries were present to pay him a solemn farewell. Follow real-time updates
