Morning Digest: Govt to monitor Indian sailors’ status in real-time; Spain defeats France to reach World Cup final, and more

This digest covers various news items including India's maritime security response in the Strait of Hormuz, Spain's World Cup victory, and legal developments regarding Indian passports and education policy.
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Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal ordered a comprehensive ‘Seafarer-First’ response on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) to safeguard Indian crew operating in the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The order comes as the maritime security situation in West Asia worsens following attacks on two merchant vessels in the Strait.
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