Tensions in the Middle East have affected air travel after the United States and Israel launched a preemptive attack on Iran. Following the strikes, Dubai airport was shut down, leaving many passengers stranded as the situation grew tense.
Foreign nationals were stranded at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Tuesday as flights to the Middle East continued to be cancelled due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, with passengers complaining about lack of information and costly ticket prices for alternative fligh
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to "speak up" on the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, saying that the silence diminishes India's standing in the world.
Passengers were stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Tuesday as several flights were cancelled following the Israel-Iran conflict, with many complaining about lack of facilities at the airport.
PIB fact check on Tuesday debunked the digitally manipulated video of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh circulated online by Pakistani propaganda accounts, falsely claiming that he made remarks supporting Israel's attack on Iran.
Amid escalating tensions in parts of the Middle East, passengers travelling on international routes have reported disruptions and heightened security measures, while airlines continue to monitor the situation closely.
BJP National Spokesperson RP Singh on Tuesday hoped that both Israel and Iran would move towards the restoration of peace as the tensions in West Asia rise.
An IDF spokesperson warned that Israeli forces would target Iranian military infrastructure "in the coming hours" and urged civilians to leave, saying, "For your safety and well-being, we request that you immediately evacuate the designated area..." and warned that not evacuating "puts yo
Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, jurist member of Iran's interim Leadership Council, condemned US and Israeli actions in his first address after Khamenei's assassination. The IRGC launched fresh missile strikes on Israeli targets, while Israel retaliated by killing senior Iranian intelligence offici