New Delhi:  Amid rising tensions in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, Indian authorities have identified 22 India-bound vessels for possible evacuation or close monitoring, with a majority carrying crucial energy supplies essential for the country’s needs. According to official sources, 20 of these ships have been classified as critical to India’s energy security, as they are transporting massive quantities of fuel. The cargo includes over 5 lakh tonnes of LNG (Liquef

A Thai-flagged cargo vessel heading to India came under attack while passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns about maritime security in one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. According to initial reports, the ship was attacked while transiting the narrow waterway after departing from Khalifa Port in the United Arab Emirates. The vessel was reportedly on its way to Kandla Port, a major port on India’s western coast. Attack Duri