Iran’s chokehold on Hormuz threatens India’s beloved samosas and chai
- Posted on March 18, 2026
- By CNN
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Iran’s chokehold on Hormuz threatens India’s beloved samosas and chai

Iran’s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz has sparked global fears of fuel pumps running dry, but in India, it’s also leaving a bad taste in the mouth of some restauranteurs and street stall diners, with samosas off the menu and the ubiquitous chai lacking its usual aroma in parts of the country.