What is the Strait of Hormuz, and why does it matter to India? Iran is now threatening to block this critical oil route after US strikes on its nuclear facilities. Nearly 20&#37 of the world’s oil passes through this narrow stretch. If Iran shuts it, global oil prices could skyrocket, pushing petrol prices in India through the roof. How prepared is India? What’s America’s strategy? Will China step in? Watch this explainer to know how a 33 km waterway can impact your fuel, flights, and monthly expenses.

National Highways 02 and 37, vital lifelines for Manipur, have been severely disrupted since ethnic violence broke out in May 2023. Ongoing blockades and protests have choked the supply of essentials like food, medicine, and fuel, triggering a humanitarian and economic crisis. Businesses are shutting down, hospitals are affected, and families face rising uncertainty. Experts have called the blockades illegal and deeply damaging.