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Strait of Hormuz disruption could raise oil prices further, inflation risk
Updated : 6 days, 8 hours ago IST
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
Updated : 6 days, 9 hours ago IST
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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'Trying to hold parliament to ransom': BJP MPs slam INDIA bloc protest ove
Updated : 6 days, 9 hours ago IST
BJP MP Sambit Patra accused them of attempting to hold the parliament to ransom with a new "resolution" about the discussion on the West Asia conflict, and that the Congress and its allies are suffering from "loose motions".
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"Rahul Gandhi a failed LoP": Piyush Goyal slams Congress after EAM Jaishan
Updated : 6 days ago IST
Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday strongly criticised the Congress for demanding a discussion on the West Asia conflict while having a debate on the No Confidence Motion against Lok Sabha Speaker already scheduled.
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Opposition MPs walked out of RS due to PM Modi govt's "refusal" to discuss
Updated : 6 days, 10 hours ago IST
Shortly after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar remarked on the West Asia Conflict in Rajya Sabha, Opposition MPs staged a walkout for the day, accusing the government of not allowing counter questions to discuss the matter.
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EAM Jaishankar holds meeting with NSA Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staf
Updated : 6 days, 10 hours ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is holding a meeting with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan in the parliament.
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Nasscom issues advisory on strengthening operational and cyber resilience
Updated : 6 days, 10 hours ago IST
In light of the evolving geopolitical situation in the Middle East, Nasscom has issued another advisory to member companies, urging heightened vigilance and preparedness across business continuity and cybersecurity frameworks. While business operations currently remain stable, organizations
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Trichy Airport operates 8 flights to Gulf Region amid West Asia Conflict
Updated : 6 days, 11 hours ago IST
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel has continued to reverberate through global aviation networks, forcing widespread airspace closures, flight cancellations and rerouting across Middle East corridors and beyond.
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"Reading statement without questions unfair to MPs": Shashi Tharoor slams
Updated : 6 days, 11 hours ago IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday criticised the Centre over External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's parliamentary statement on the West Asia conflict, demanding a discussion on the issue.
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"Around 90,000 people able to travel in last week": Aviation Minister Naid
Updated : 6 days, 10 hours ago IST
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Monday said that around 90,000 people have been able to travel from the Gulf region in the last week itself amid the escalating conflict, emphasising the key roles of various airlines
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Indian carriers plan 50 flights today between India and West Asia region a
Updated : 6 days, 11 hours ago IST
According to a statement released by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, "Indian carriers are planning 50 flights for 9th March 2026" from the West Asia region. Passenger movement data for March 7, 2026, shows that a total of 51 inbound flights operated by Indian carriers arrived in India from t
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"Citizens and residents urged to head to safe place": Sirens activated acr
Updated : 6 days, 11 hours ago IST
Bahrain activated sirens and urged citizens to seek shelter following an Iranian drone attack on civilian targets, including a desalination plant. The strike in Sitra caused casualties, including children. Meanwhile, President Pezeshkian denied seeking conflict with neighbours, while rejecti
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