Tag: Strait of Hormuz disruption
ECONOMY War Shock Sends Commodity Prices Soaring; Energy To Rise 24% In 2026

Global commodity markets are bracing for a sharp upswing, with energy prices projected to jump 24% in 2026, marking their highest levels since the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to the World Bank Group’s latest Commodity Markets Outlook. Overall commodity prices are forecast to rise 16%, driven by a potent mix of elevated energy, fertiliser and […]

CW Bureau · May 4, 2026
GENERAL West Asia Conflict: India Steadies The Energy Ship Through The Turbulence

In the midst of one of the most severe global energy disruptions in modern history, India has moved swiftly to secure its fuel supplies and shield its citizens from the worst consequences of the crisis. A series of measures have been undertaken by the government to ensure that petroleum products, natural gas and cooking fuel […]

Sajan C Kumar · Mar 13, 2026