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Strait of Hormuz blockade hits India’s 90 per cent oil, which makes up more than 60 per cent of LPG production. India has boosted its Russian oil purchase, has defied the IEA reserves call and has assured that there will be no petrol/diesel hikes.Pakistan PM Sharif imposes drastic cuts—50 per cent fuel for govt vehicles, salary slashes, 50 per cent remote work, online classes—to combat fuel shortages from Iran war disruptions.Iran’s Ali Larijani scoffs at Trump’s vow to hit 20 times harder if Hormuz oil is blocked as he remarked, “Don’t get eliminated yourself—we fear no empty threats”.CJI Surya Kant warns that questioning the integrity of judicial officers will not be tolerated. This comes as a petition was filed regarding the pendency of claims in West Bengal SIR.Cricketer Arshdeep Singh was fined 15 per cent of his match fee and given one demerit point for a Level 1 ICC breach after throwing the ball aggressively, hitting New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell on the pads in the T20 World Cup 2026 final.Here are the top 5 updates of the day:How much has US-Iran war hit India’s oil, LPG, LNG supply?India meets 90 per cent of its oil requirements through imports, which also constitutes 60 per cent of LPG/LNG production. The escalating West Asia tensions and closure of the Strait of Hormuz might affect this import, but officials vow no petrol/diesel hikes as India has boosted its Russian oil imports. India has also refused the IEA’s call on strategic reserve and has prioritised domestic production.Read the full storyMiddle East heat reaches Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif announces crisis measuresAmid the Middle East crisis and Iran war fallout pushing crude prices higher, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has announced emergency austerity measures. Fuel use for official vehicles will be cut by 50%, with 60% of government cars grounded. Cabinet members and lawmakers will forgo 25% of their salaries for two months, while non-essential spending and foreign travel are banned until June 2026. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelCommercial LPG Supply Disruption: Hotels face shutdowns in major cities; govt forms panelHow much has US-Iran war hit India’s oil, LPG, LNG supply? Top 10 points to know on petrol, diesel prices, LPG supplyThe government will shift to a four-day workweek with 50% work-from-home.Read the full story’Don’t get eliminated yourself’: Iran warns Trump, slaps down ’empty’ threatsIn escalating Israel-Iran war, Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani slapped down President Trump’s threats to strike “20 times harder” and destroy Iran if it blocks Strait of Hormuz oil flows, posting on X.”Iran unafraid of empty threats—even greater powers failed to eliminate us. Take care not to be eliminated yourself!” he said.Trump had warned of “death, fire, fury” amid disruptions to 20% global oil, as US-Israel strikes pound Tehran while Iran eyes retaliation.Read the full storyCJI blasts petitioners for doubting integrity of judicial officersAmid a TMC–ECI trust deficit over West Bengal’s electoral roll revision, the Supreme Court bench led by CJI Surya Kant rebuked pleas questioning cases before deputed judicial officers from Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand, saying it would “not tolerate” doubts on the judiciary. The court asked the Calcutta HC Chief Justice to form an appellate bench for claims appeals, with the ECI bearing costs. Over 10 lakh claims are decided, 63 lakh pending.Read the full storyArshdeep Singh penalised by ICC following India’s T20 World Cup triumphIndia pacer Arshdeep Singh was fined 15% of his match fee and handed one demerit point for breaching ICC Code of Conduct Article 2.9 during the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad. Fielding off his follow-through in the 11th over, he aggressively threw the ball, which struck batter Daryl Mitchell on the pads. The ICC deemed the act inappropriate and potentially dangerous, marking Arshdeep’s first demerit point in 24 months.Read the full storyAbout the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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