13 Apr - Today Updates - Hormuz Blockade, Fuel Crisis

In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh breaks down the critical stories shaping Australia and the global landscape for Monday, 13 April 2026. The primary focus today is the major escalation in the Middle East. Following the collapse of peace negotiations in Islamabad, U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. We explore the military’s use of advanced underwater drones to clear Iranian mines and what this means for global oil security. Back in Australia, the federal government has launched a $20 million ”Every Little Bit Helps” campaign to curb fuel consumption as supply chain pressures mount. We also look at the expansion of the Sydney Metro and the Victorian government’s refusal to scrap the ride-share levy. In sports, we recap a high-scoring night in the IPL where Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a dominant win over the Mumbai Indians, and the Gujarat Titans continued their strong form.