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US missile strike targets school and residential homes in Iran's Khomeyn:
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Reports indicate a US missile strike hit a school in Khomeyn, central Iran. This comes as the IRGC vowed to "determine" the war's end, rejecting US claims of a "short-term excursion." Amid threats to global oil supplies, Russia and France are pursuing diplomatic and defensive measures to
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Sanjay Singh submits Rule 267 notice in Rajya Sabha; says West Asia confli
Updated : 9 hours, 47 min ago IST
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP has said that the ongoing conflict "poses serious risks" for India's trade, economy and energy security, as crude prices shot up due to uncertainty in maintaining safety over global shipping routes.
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India favours return to dialogue and diplomacy, advocates de-escalation an
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Noting that the recent developments in West Asia are a cause of deep concern, External Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that India is in favour of a return to dialogue and diplomacy amid the West Asia crisis and advocates de-escalation, restraint and ensuring the safety of civilians.<
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West Asia conflict: Centre orders refineries to boost LPG production for d
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Amid ongoing West Asia tensions affecting global fuel supply, the Central government has instructed oil refineries across the country to increase LPG production. The additional output will be diverted to meet domestic household demand and help stabilise supply in the coming months, the Mi
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Pakistan's Punjab announces fuel curbs as country grapples with impact of
Updated : 9 hours, 47 min ago IST
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 the public and manage resources responsibly".
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PM Modi has "wonderful opportunity" to make "impact in international affai
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Premadasa, while talking to ANI, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a "wonderful opportunity" to make an "impact in international affairs" for the greater good of humanity.
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Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white-ball series likely to be postponed indefinitel
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The Afghanistan-Sri Lanka white-ball series, scheduled in the UAE from March 13-25, is likely to be postponed indefinitely due to escalating military conflict in West Asia.
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Lok Sabha sees disruptions amid opposition demand for debate on West Asia
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Proceedings in the Lok Sabha adjourned on Monday amid noisy protests by the Opposition demanding discussion on the situation in West Asia.
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Indian air carriers continue ops in Gulf, announce new flights amid West A
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Indian carriers, Akasa Air and SpiceJet, have announced continued and additional flight operations to support passenger travel between India and the Gulf region as airlines adapt to disruptions caused by the ongoing West Asia conflict and airspace restrictions in the region.
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Ministry of Ports issues standard operating procedure for major ports amid
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In view of the geopolitical disturbance in the Middle East, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) for major ports to address potential disruptions and ensure smooth handling of affected cargo and vessels.
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Strait of Hormuz disruption could raise oil prices further, inflation risk
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The escalating conflict in West Asia and disruption of flows through the Strait of Hormuz could have significant implications for India and the global economy, potentially pushing crude oil prices higher and adding to inflationary pressures, according to Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity a
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Discussion in Parliament on West Asia conflict unlikely say sources
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There will be no discussions in Parliament on the West Asia Conflict. According to parliamentary rules, there are no provisions for discussion if a suo motto statement is made by a minister on an urgent matter, according to sources.
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