Evening news wrap: US warships move to blockade Hormuz; Noida sees violent protests over wage demands & more

Here are top five news of the day:The US military announced it would initiate a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday after negotiations between the two sides in Pakistan broke down, despite warnings from Iran that such a move would be considered an act of piracy. Follow live updates Following unrest in Noida, the Uttar Pradesh government has constituted a probe panel to investigate the causes behind the protests and recommend corrective measures. It cited the role of “vested interests” in fuelling tensions, even as the administration moved to restore normalcy and prevent further escalation. Follow live updatesIran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that fuel prices could surge if tensions lead to a Strait of Hormuz blockade, saying current prices may soon seem cheap. Accompanying his statement was a symbolic equation implying that even a minor disruption in the Strait could trigger a disproportionately large surge in oil prices. Read full storyArvind Kejriwal appeared in the Delhi High Court representing himself, seeking the recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in the excise policy case. He presented ten grounds, arguing there is a “serious and reasonable apprehension” that he may not receive a fair hearing. Read full storyLegendary singer Asha Bhosle was laid to rest with full state honours at the Shivaji Park crematorium. The final rites, performed as per Vedic traditions, marked the end of an era spanning over eight decades in Indian music. The ceremony turned emotional as a police contingent accorded a three-round gun salute, followed by the sounding of the “Last Post.” Bhosle, who died at the age of 92 at Breach Candy Hospital, was bid a solemn farewell in the presence of family members and several political dignitaries. Follow live updates