All India Muslim Board on Thursday condemned the "open aggression" of the United States and Israel against Iran and urged the United Nations and the international community to take immediate, effective, and concrete steps to ensure a ceasefire and prevent the region from descending into a
Middle East expert Waiel Awwad on Wednesday criticised Israel's warning that it would target whoever becomes Iran's next Supreme Leader, stating that it was Israel's style and "their survival".
This move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and after its energy infrastructure was targeted, including the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, which is currently under threat.
Passengers who arrived at IGI Airport from Dubai on Wednesday described a city on high alert following a wave of Iranian drone and missile strikes. Returnees like Vivek, a passenger, praised the Dubai government's crisis management and safety protocols.
Himachal Pradesh LoP and former Chief Minister of the state Jairam Thakur on Wednesday joined his party workers and supporters, extending Holi greetings to the people across the country while urging communal harmony and youth responsibility on the occasion and calling out the financial pr
Maharashtra Member of Legislative Assembly Nana Patole has voiced concerns over the state government's handling of multiple crises, including significant crop damage for farmers due to the US-Iran-Israel conflict and a severe lack of teachers in Zilla Parishad and Municipality schools.
In an official release, the Ministry said the initiative aims to ensure timely assistance, coordination, and welfare support for Indian seafarers operating in the region.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared the update on X, stating that a dedicated Control Room has been set up to assist citizens amid the ongoing tensions.
In a post shared on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Had a telecon with EU HRVP @kajakallas. Our discussions focused on the ongoing conflict in Iran and the Gulf."
Additionally, SpiceJet announced that eight more special flights will operate from Fujairah (UAE) to India to accommodate stranded or affected passengers.
Sindhu, who was supposed to feature in the All England Open competition in Birmingham starting from Tuesday, was stuck in Dubai following a crisis which started due to a sharp escalation in West Asia after Israel and the United States launched coordinated strikes on Iranian military and nucl