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Middle East Crisis: More oil tankers idle in Persian Gulf as attacks disrupt Hormuz
More than half of the world’s largest maritime insurance clubs have also now scrapped war-risk insurance for vessels entering the Gulf Dozens of laden oil tankers are hunkering down inside the Persian Gulf after attacks near the Strait of Hormuz have all but closed...
Middle East Crisis:Global Marine re/insurers issue notices of cancellation(NOC) under standard 7-day war clauses
Additional premiums for vessels transiting high-risk waters are rising sharply and may continue to fluctuate in the short term.Cargo war risk remains available; however, rates are increasing and quotations are being reviewed on a voyage-by-voyage basis, particularly...
Rising tensions in Middle East may impact trade, push up freight, insurance costs
``The disruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens a major share of India's crude oil and LNG imports, raising freight costs, insurance premiums, and fuel prices, while a surge in global oil prices could widen the current account deficit and fuel inflation''GTRI...
Three tankers damaged in Gulf as US-Iran conflict escalates
Risks to commercial shipping have surged in the past 24 hours, with more than 200 vessels including oil and liquefied gas tankers dropping anchor around the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters, shipping data showed on Sunday. Mariners should expect increased naval...
India braces for hotter-than-normal summer, more heatwave days expected
In March, the first month of the summer season, minimum temperatures are likely to remain above average across most areas, said Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director-general of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). MUMBAI: India is set to experience a hotter-than-normal...
Govt to meet shipping firms and exporters on Monday to assess impact of Iran tensions on trade
Iran's state media said on February 28 that the Islamic Republic has shut the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints through which about a fifth of global oil and gas supplies transit - in response to US and Israeli missile strikes. "We...
Healthcare should be affordable to all; Ayushman Bharat scheme fulfills vision: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi PM Modi highlighted the potential of Puducherry to emerge as a major medical tourism hub, pointing out that the region already has nine medical colleges Puducherry:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said healthcare should be...
Airports, hotel hit in overnight Iranian strikes in UAE, missiles and drones intercepted
"The Ministry stated that, since the beginning of the attack, 137 Iranian ballistic missiles launched towards the UAE had been detected, of which 132 were destroyed, while five fell into the sea. A total of 209 Iranian drones were also detected; 195 were intercepted,...
Middle East Crisis: 444 flights expected to be cancelled on March 1, Flight disruptions hit passengers across India
“Passenger assistance, airline coordination, and terminal crowd management are being closely monitored, with senior officials deployed on the ground,” said the aviation regulator. New Delhi/Mumbai:After a massive disruption due to airspace closures across Iran and...
West Asia Crisis:Oil, gas tankers avoid Strait of Hormuz as tensions intensify
Tracking data shows some tankers turning around, and at least one shipowner decided not to send its vessel into the strait as a result of the broadcast. Some vessels continue to pass through though — seven ships were seen exiting Hormuz while six were entering after...
Baramati plane crash: Visibility was below required level when accident happened, says AAIB initial report
In its safety recommendations, AAIB said operators of uncontrolled airfields should allow flying activities only when the prevailing MET (Meteorological) conditions are within the criteria laid down in the relevant regulations New Delhi:Aircraft accident probe agency,...
Middle East conflict: Exporters fear rise in logistics, insurance costs, impact on shipments
"Air routes are being altered, and maritime trade through the Red Sea and key Gulf straits faces heightened uncertainty. If diversions become prolonged, shipments may increasingly have to reroute via the Cape of Good Hope, adding an estimated 15â20 days to transit...
An Air India Express spokesperson said that in view of the developing situation in parts of the Gulf Region, “Air India Express has suspended all westbound international flights. The safety and security of our guests and crew remain our highest priority”. New...
West Asia crisis: Except for far-east, all international flights from Indian airports cancelled
The DGCA on Saturday advised airlines to avoid airspaces of 11 countries, including Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, till March 2. New Delhi/ Mumbai:Except for far-east, all international flights from Indian airports cancelled due to West Asia crisis. All international...
Miller expands reinsurance offering into MENA through acquisition of Shields
James Hands, CEO, Miller, said, “Miller has worked with clients in MENA for decades and we are incredibly excited to have found a long-term partner in Shields to enhance our offering and reach. This acquisition will allow us to access a new placement hub in Dubai and...
US and Israel launch military attack against Iran, could last days
The attack pushes the Middle East into a renewed military confrontation and further dims hopes for a diplomatic solution to Tehran's long-running nuclear dispute with the West. U.S. and Isreal have launched military strikes against Iran on Saturday plunging the Middle...
AM Best revises outlooks to positive for ICICI Lombard General Insurance
Despite its lack of underwriting profitability, ICICI Lombard has consistently outperformed India’s general insurance market. The company’s investment income, including capital gains on equity investments, remains a key contributor of overall earnings to offset...
U.S. advises Israel embassy staff to leave now as ME war risk looms
Australia on Wednesday "directed the departure of all dependents of Australian officials posted to Israel in response to the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East." India and several European countries with missions in Iran advised citizens to avoid...