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Delhi's Shia Muslim community holds protest in Jor Bagh after Khamenei's d
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
The Shia Muslim community on Friday held a protest over the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the Jor Bagh area of the capital city.
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India in "very comfortable position" on Oil, LPG supplies despite Hormuz c
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
India is in a "very comfortable position" regarding crude oil, petroleum products and LPG supplies despite concerns over disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, government sources said on Friday.
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Inter-Ministerial Group in constant touch with exporters, says Piyush Goya
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that the recently-created Inter-Ministerial Group has been in regular touch with exporters, amidst tensions in West Asia that invariably disrupted trade and shipping lines.
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"Measures will be taken so no one dares violate our sovereignty again": Co
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Iran's Consul General in Mumbai stated that the country remains united after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and will continue defending its sovereignty. He highlighted public support for the leadership, criticised US sanctions and attacks, and expressed hope for cooperation with India
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"Any instability in Taiwan will impact Indian economy," says Dy Representa
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Michael Lee stated that any conflict in the Taiwan Strait would directly impact the Indian economy, calling on New Delhi to play a role in ensuring regional safety.
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India's macroeconomic outlook resilient despite West Asia conflict: Report
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India's macroeconomic outlook remains resilient despite heightened global risk conditions and escalating military tensions in West Asia. According to a report by Shriram Wealth, while immediate market volatility persists, India's strong foreign exchange reserves of over USD 700 billion and m
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Relief for stranded Indians in West Asia: IndiGo offers full refunds; Spic
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Indigo in a post on X mentioned a Travel Advisory which said, "Full waiver on cancellations is being extended for travel to and from the Middle East, and Istanbul, until 31 March 2026. If you are scheduled to travel, please stay updated on your flight status."
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"We have not closed it": Iran's Dy FM Saeed Khatibzadeh dismisses claims o
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh dismissed claims that Tehran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, calling Iran an "anchor of stability" in the Gulf. Labelling the conflict an "existential war" driven by US-Israeli "aggression," he advocated for diplomacy and warned of a fir
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"US is fully responsible for bloodshed": Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Ab
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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has held the United States "fully responsible for bloodshed" in the region. According to an IRNA report, the Minister issued a stern indictment of Washington's policy, asserting that American actions are the primary cause of the ongoing conflict
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"You can't appoint mayor of New York - how can you appoint Iran's leader?"
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Further, Khatibzadeh dismissed claims that Iran had shut down the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, emphasising that Tehran continues to act as a stabilising force in the Gulf despite the escalating war with Israel and the United States. He stressed that Tehran remains a responsible pow
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Arvind Kejriwal demands PM Modi's resignation after US' waiver to purchase
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
In a post on X, Kejriwal questioned why India needed permission from the United States to buy oil from Russia. He alleged that in recent months the country had witnessed the Prime Minister repeatedly "bowing" before Donald Trump and failing to speak up strongly.
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West Asia crisis could raise energy risks for India but domestic flows, gr
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, could pose near-term risks to global markets through higher energy prices, though India's underlying economic momentum remains relatively resilient, according to a report by Jefferies.
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