Iran-US war impact on India highlights: Airlines begin operating evacuation flights from West Asia to Indian cities

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• MEA released an emergency number for Indians. “If you are an Indian national stranded in Abu Dhabi, UAE, you can reach out for assistance at toll-free number -- 800-46342 -- or WhatsApp number -- +971543090571,” the ministry said.

• Authorities imposed severe curbs on the movement of people in parts of Kashmir after massive street protests took place the previous day against the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi reacted to escalating conflict in West Asia and said it is a “grave concern” for India. PM Modi said hat the government is working with West Asian countries to ensure the safety of Indian nationals.

• One Indian mariner was killed after a bomb carrying drone boat struck a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, PTI news agency reported. The attack, which took place off the coast of Muscat, was reported by state-run Oman News Agency. The agency identified the vessel as MKD VYOM.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held separate phone conversations with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and King Abdullah II, the King of Jordan. PM Modi condemned attacks on these nations and emphasised the safety of Indian nationals

• Four evacuation flights operated by Etihad Airways, carrying stranded Indians from UAE's Abu Dhabi, landed in different Indian cities on Sunday evening. IndiGo will also operate 10 relief flights from Saudi Arabia's Jeddah to Indian cities on March 3. EaseMyTrip will operate special charter flights on March 3 from Fujairah to Delhi and Mumbai.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: EaseMyTrip will operate special charter flights on March 3 from Fujairah to Delhi and Mumbai. The flights will land between 7pm and 9pm, and confirmations will be made “on a first-come basis”, EaseMyTrip said.

“If you or someone you know is trying to get back to India urgently, contact immediately and share this message.📞 Call or WhatsApp: +971 50 526 4083, +971 52 375 8896” the statement said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Four evacuation flights operated by Etihad Airways, carrying stranded Indians from UAE's Abu Dhabi, landed in different Indian cities on Sunday evening.

Among these, flight EY 216 to Delhi landed at around 8 pm, EY204 to Mumbai landed around 7:40 pm, EY334 to Kochi (Cochin) landed at around 10.10 pm, and EY238 to Bengaluru landed at 9:45 pm.

As per officials aware of the development, Emirates was scheduled to operate a full bank of overnight services between Dubai and five major Indian cities for March 2.

“The airline will deploy its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft on the Mumbai and Bengaluru sector. EK500 is scheduled to depart Dubai at 2000 hours to arrive in Mumbai at 12.35am (on March 3). The return flight EK501 is scheduled to depart for Dubai at 12.20 am,” a ministry official said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Ethiad plane EY216 landed in Abu Dhabi at 3:42 pm and landed in New Delhi at 8:31 PM, according to the flight tracking website Flightradar24

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann Monday announced a round-the-clock helpline number to assist Punjabis stranded in conflict-ridden Gulf countries. CM Mann said Punjab will extend full support and cooperation to those stuck, adding that the state government is in constant touch with the Centre to ensure their safe and prompt return

"People can call 0172 2260042 and 0172 2260043, or send a WhatsApp message to 91 94787 79112, if any kind of help is required," the CM said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: IndiGo will operate 10 relief flights from Saudi Arabia's Jeddah to Indian cities on March 3. This is to bring back passengers stranded due to the Middle East conflict.

The civil aviation ministry Monday said it was closely monitoring the airspace situation in parts of Middle East and its impact in flight operations. “IndiGo is coordinating with the Consulate General of India at Jeddah for passenger facilitation,” the ministry said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar to immediately intervene and facilitate the relocation of Indian students, ANI news agency reported.

JKSA national convenor Nasir Khuehami stated that the ongoing airstrikes have created widespread panic among students, adding that parents are also anxious

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Several hundred persons from Maharashtra are stranded in Gulf nations owing to closure of airspace and airlines suspending operations, officials told PTI news agency on Monday.

Congress' Jalna Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Kale, who had gone there on Friday, is also stuck, his brother Jagannath Kale said. The Jalna MP was scheduled to return on March 3 via Abu Dhabi but is now stuck in Dubai. However, his brother said he is safe. Nine other tourists from Jalna are also stranded in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, officials cited by PTI said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Dubai airport on Monday began limited operations, with several carriers announcing the resumption of select services, ANI news agency reported. However, broader suspensions are still in place.

A limited number of flights will resume from the evening of March 2 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). However, passengers have been requested not to travel to the airport unless contacted by the airline with a confirmed departure time, Dubai media office said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday directed officials to ensure safe return of Telugu people stranded in West Asia following conflict in the region.

Naidu reviewed the situation at his camp office with Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS) and Real Time Governance Systems (RTGS) officials, PTI news agency reported.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Families of workers from Odisha who are stranded in Gulf countries are gripped with fear and anxiety regarding their well-being.

Several workers from Odisha, particularly from Ganjam and Kendrapara districts, are reportedly stuck in countries such as the UAE, Qatar and Israel following flight cancellations and rising security tensions, PTI news agency reported.

Pitambar Behera and Krushna Charan Dakua of Kutharsingh and Bhaliagada villages in Ganjam's Rangeilunda block, employed as welders in a private firm in Abu Dhabi, recalled tense moments after missile sirens blared in the city. “We heard at least three explosions between 12.30 and 1 pm on Saturday while working on the site. We saw big black clouds, and we are worried for our safety,” PTI cited Pitambar as saying.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: The Indian community in stands at nearly 4.4 million (or 44 lakh), which is more than double of what was recorded a decade ago, as per information by the embassy there.

This means that Indians constitute approximately 38% of the UAE's total population, and work in the construction, retail, hospitality and logistics sectors.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said he spoke to PM Modi. “I spoke to my great friend PM Narendra Modi yesterday. I thank him for standing with us, standing with the truth,” Netanyahu told NDTV.

The Israeli PM was reportedly in Beit Shemesh, where an Iranian missile attack resulted in the death of 9 people on Sunday.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Air India Express will resume flight operations to and from Muscat starting March 3 “with scheduled services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai and Tiruchirappalli.”

“The first Air India Express flight from Muscat will operate to Tiruchirappally, departing at 10:25 hours local time,” an airline spokesperson said, adding that flight operations to other Gulf routes remain suspended.

“Flight operations to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE remain suspended until 23:59 hrs IST (18:29 hrs UTC) on March 3, 2026,” the spokesperson said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: United Arab Emirates on Monday said it will begin operating “special flights” across the country's airports to allow departure of stranded passengers, the state news agency reported.

According to data from FlightRadar 24, a total of 15 Etihad Airways passenger aircraft took off from Abu Dhabi within a three-hour window.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: The Centre on Monday said it was prepared to bring back Indians stranded in Gulf nations, adding that it was in contact with Indian embassies in the region.

In a statement, union minister Pralhad Joshi said discussions have been held with senior officials of the concerned embassies to facilitate the safe return of those affected by the war situation.

“Whenever Kannadigas and other Indians face distress anywhere in the world, the Central Government has ensured their safe return. Earlier, we brought back those stranded in Ukraine. Wherever Indians are, their safety remains our first priority,” he said, according to PTI.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging measures to safeguard Kannadigas and other Indian nationals affected by escalating tensions in the Middle East region.

“I have written to the Prime Minister seeking urgent action to safeguard Kannadigas and other Indians affected by the escalating Middle East tensions. I have urged strengthened diplomatic outreach, preparedness for special repatriation flights if required, and coordinated support through embassies and airlines,” Siddaramaiah said in a post on X. “Karnataka stands ready to fully cooperate to ensure the safety and safe return of our people,” he added.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Several residents of Amethi, including four students, are stranded in Iran amid ongoing strikes by US and Israel, police said Monday. The four students, all residents of Bhanauli village under the Musafirkhana area, are stuck in the city of Qom.

One of the students' father told PTI news agency, “He (Syed Imam) said that we are in Qom city, but there is no talk of war right now. He then disconnected the call and since then, there has been no contact.”

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held separate phone conversations with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

“Discussed the evolving situation in West Asia with Crown Prince and PM of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman. India condemns the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia in violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity,” PM Modi said in a post on X.

“We agreed that earliest restoration of regional peace and stability is of utmost importance. I thanked him for looking after the well-being of the Indian community in these difficult times,” the Prime Minister said. PM Modi, regarding his discussion with the Bahrain King, said India stands in solidarity with the people of Bahrain. He further thanked Isa Al Khalifa for “steadfast support extended to the Indian community in Bahrain.”

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik Monday urged the Centre to take immediate steps to ensure the safe evacuation of people from Odisha stranded in UAE.

“The escalating conflict in the Middle East has left many people from Odisha including migrant workers, professionals, students, tourists stranded. With disruption of air connectivity many people are facing grave uncertainty. Their safety and well-being are at risk, and they look to the nation for urgent support,” Patnaik said in a post on X.

“Request the Government of India (@DrSJaishankar) to take immediate steps to ensure the safe evacuation and return of all Odias caught in this crossfire,” he said, adding that swift action would protect lives and “reassure countless families back home.”

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Punjab singer and actor Ammy Virk shared that his wife and his six-year old daughter are stranded in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) amid the rising tensions across West Asia.

“The situation in the UAE has been weighing heavily on my heart. My wife and my 6-year-old daughter are there, and as a husband and father, it's impossible not to feel emotional and tense during times like this (sic),” Virk wrote on Instagram.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: Ajmer Sharif Dargah chief Zainul Abedin on Monday criticised the US, accusing it of attempting to “take world leaders hostage for its own interests.”

“What is happening between Iran and Israel cannot be called a war. It can be called a dictatorship. America is trying to take world leaders hostage for its own interests...Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was not just Iran's Supreme Leader; he was the leader of Shia Muslims all over the world,” he told ANI news agency.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: With tensions in West Asia escalating, crude oil prices may see an increase. “Crude oil prices will rise, gold and silver will rise, currencies will depreciate against the dollar, and capital markets worldwide will decline. The reason is simple: uncertainty,” stock market expert Sunil Shah told ANI news agency.

This might pose challenges for India's energy sector in terms of prices and procurement. “Developments in the Middle East could increase pricing and procurement risks for crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG), posing substantial challenges for India, which has more than 85% and 50% import dependency, respectively, on these items,” Sehul Bhatt, Director, Crisil Intelligence, said.

Iran-US war impact on India LIVE: One Indian mariner was killed after a bomb carrying drone boat struck a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, PTI news agency reported.

The attack, which took place off the coast of Muscat, was reported by state-run Oman News Agency. The agency identified the vessel as MKD VYOM.