Union Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, on Sunday urged Indian citizens in Israel to stay safe and get in touch with the Indian Embassy in the event of any assistance.
Air India flights to and from Tel Aviv in Israel will remain suspended till October 14 (Saturday) keeping in mind the the safety of its passengers and crew, the airline spokesperson said Sunday.
"BCCI is doing this match, even the Tamil Nadu Government has made preparations for the Cricket fans to come and watch the match freely and to go home safely. All the needed arrangements have been made at the stadium (Outside/Inside) by the Tamilnadu Government," he added.
Stranded in Israel amid the deadly terror attacks by Hamas and the retaliatory air raids by the country's defence forces, actor Nushrratt Bharuccha was in the process of being brought home safely with assistance from the Indian embassy.
Amit Shah posted on X, "Greetings and warm wishes to all Indian Air Force personnel and their families on the occasion of the #91stAnniversary of this amazing force.We are proud of our Airwarriors who play significant role in keeping India safe. The IAF today is lethal and formidable forc
"27 citizens of Meghalaya who traveled for the Holy Pilgrimage to Jerusalem are stuck in Bethlehem due to the tension between Israel and Palestine. I am in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs to ensure their safe passage back home," CM Sangma posted on X.
Eyewitness statements and videos from the spot showcase attendees running to safety, with security forces subsequently escorting some to a southern base.
Following the rocket attacks on Israel from the Gaza Strip by Hamas, the Indian Embassy in Israel on Saturday issued an advisory for its nationals, requesting them to remain vigilant and observe safety protocols.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal approved the policy direction proposed by the power minister, enhancing public safety and ensuring timely assistance to electrocution victims, on Friday.