IDF detects Iranian missile attack targeting Israeli territory
Missiles were launched from Iran toward the territory of Israel, prompting air defence systems to intercept the threat, the Israel Air Forces (IAF) said on Saturday. In a post on…
“White House begging world, including India, to buy Russian crude”: Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday criticised the United States over its stance on Russian oil, claiming Washington was now “begging” countries across the globe, including India, to…
Air India, Air India Express to operate 80 flights to and from West Asia on March 14
Air India and Air India Express will operate a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on March 14, the airline said. According…
Emirates flight from Dubai delayed, arrives in Chennai an hour late amid West Asia conflict
A flight operated by Emirates from Dubai arrived at Chennai International Airport early hours on Friday with a delay of about one hour after its departure was postponed. Flight EK…
Blasphemy laws in Pakistan target religious minorities, GHRD to UN Human Rights Council
At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the organisation Global Human Rights Defence (GHRD) raised concerns over the continued misuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan and…
India rushes to safeguard 9,000 nationals in Iran as tensions escalate in West Asia
India on Thursday highlighted a high-level diplomatic push to protect Indian interests, emphasising the twin priorities of citizen safety and the stability of energy supply chains. During the weekly press…
PM Modi speaks to Iranian President Pezeshkian, voices concern over escalating West Asia conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the Gulf region amid the ongoing conflict in West…
India “deplores” attacks on commercial shipping amid West Asia conflict: MEA after strikes on Thai-flagged cargo ship
India on Wednesday expressed concern over attacks targeting commercial shipping in the ongoing West Asia conflict, following missile strikes on a Thai-flagged cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz earlier…
“War must end, India can play big part in ending it”: Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed on West Asia conflict
Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed on Wednesday warned that the ongoing conflict in West Asia could have serious economic consequences for small island states like the Maldives, particularly due to…
177 Indians repatriate from Lebanon, over 500 depart Qatar amid West Asia Conflict
India has stepped up assistance to its citizens in West Asia as escalating regional tensions continue to disrupt travel and safety conditions, with dozens of Indians repatriated from Lebanon and…
US launches trade probe into 16 economies over manufacturing practices
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) office on Wednesday (local time) launched a sweeping investigation into manufacturing and industrial practices in 16 economies, including India, citing concerns over what it…
“We’re not finished yet”: Trump on Iran strikes, says oil companies should use Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump on Wednesday asserted that oil companies should use the Strait of Hormuz, which has been closed due to the ongoing conflict backed by the US between Iran…
Air India, Air India Express to operate 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to West Asia on March 12
Air India and Air India Express will together be operating a total of 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on March 12. According to a press…
West Asia conflict: Israel conducts strikes in Tehran and Tabriz, intercepts Iranian missiles
Amid the evolving security situation in West Asia and the Gulf, Israeli Defence Forces on Tuesday (local time) conducted a combined strike in Tehran and Tabriz, as per the details…
“Sole purpose of lie is to justify Operation Epic Mistake”: Iran denies claims of “pre-emptive” attacks on US
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday denied the claims that the country was planning a “pre-emptive” attack on the US and its forces, a claim that the United…
Qatar: Indian Embassy’s control room remains functional; around 1000 people brought back to India
Amid the developing security situation in West Asia, the Indian Embassy in Qatar said that about 1000 Indian passengers have travelled back to New Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi. It further…
Iran’s Embassy in India extends greetings on election of new Supreme leader
The Iranian Embassy in India extended its greetings upon the election of Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei as the Supreme Leader of Iran. The Embassy said that the election took place…
EAM Jaishankar, Italy FM discuss West Asia situation
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held talks with Antonio Tajani, Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, on the situation in West Asia.…
“Will not bow easily in face of bullying”: Iran President slams US-Israel military ops
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian criticised the United States and Israel over their ongoing military operations, asserting that Iran would not “bow easily” in the face of threats or aggression against…
Pakistan’s Punjab announces fuel curbs as country grapples with impact of West Asia crisis; educational institutions to remain closed in March
With Pakistan facing the impact of the crisis in West Asia, the Chief Minister of the country’s Punjab province, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has announced a series of measures “to protect…
Trump says he’s “not happy” over appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s Supreme Leader
In his first reaction following the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s Supreme Leader, US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that he is not happy with the…
Pakistan: US Embassy issues security alert ahead of planned large-scale religious processions across country
The US Embassy in Pakistan issued a security alert ahead of the planned large-scale religious processions across the country, noting that the movement of all US personnel will be restricted…
Trump and Putin discuss Iran, Ukraine conflicts during telephone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin received a telephone call from US President Donald Trump, where the two leaders discussed the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, Russia Today reported, citing Kremlin aide…
Court reserves order on bail plea of couple accused of racial abuse on North East women
Saket court on Monday reserved an order on the bail plea of a couple who are accused of racial abuse of three women from the North Eastern State of Arunachal…