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Safeguarding navigation freedom, shipping lanes is key, PM tells Iran President

Updated on Mar 22, 2026 01:27 IST

PM Modi appreciated Tehran’s support for the safety and security of Indian nationals in Iran. He also conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings to Pezeshkian.

Govt says West Asia crisis to have 'minimal impact' on India's power supply

Representative image.

Updated on Mar 21, 2026 15:19 IST

'Shipping lanes must remain open, secure': PM Modi speaks with Iran President

PM Narendra Modi spoke with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian amid West Asia tensions

Updated on Mar 21, 2026 15:16 IST

PM Modi condemns attacks on energy infra, cites impact on food, fuel security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends a plenary session of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 7, 2025. (AFP)

Published on Mar 20, 2026 17:18 IST

Vietnam sees petrol prices shoot up overnight by 20% on fears of shortage

Petrol prices in Vietnam rose over 20% due to fears of oil shortages from the Middle East war, with gasoline reaching 30,690 dong per litre and diesel 33,420 dong.

Published on Mar 20, 2026 08:36 IST

US destroying Iranian vessels to prevent chokehold on Hormuz: Military officials

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine at the Pentagon.

Published on Mar 20, 2026 05:59 IST

PM Modi's key dialogue with Gulf nations, France amid Iran-US war

In separate phone calls with the five leaders, the prime minister called for dialogue and diplomacy to restore peace.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 05:35 IST

Stop attacks on W Asia energy infra: India

FILE PHOTO: QatarEnergy's liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facilities, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar March 2, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 24:33 IST

In India’s outreach after energy hubs in West Asia hit, a subtle shift in strategy

FILE - This April 4, 2009, file photo, shows a gas production facility at Ras Laffan, Qatar. (AP)

Published on Mar 19, 2026 16:34 IST

West Asia war: US calls for $200bn funding; Israel hits Iran in Caspian Sea

“It takes money to kill bad guys,” Pete Hegseth said.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 01:41 IST

India says attacks on energy sites 'unacceptable' as West Asia conflict rages on

Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs of India speaks during an Inter-Ministerial Briefing on Recent Developments in West Asia.

Updated on Mar 19, 2026 15:39 IST

West Asia conflict: Govt launches package for exporters to mitigate disruptions

The move comes amid heightened security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz. (REUTERS)

Published on Mar 19, 2026 10:51 IST

Air India, AI Express to operate 48 West Asia flights on Thursday

Air India and Air India Express will operate 48 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on March 19.

Published on Mar 18, 2026 16:43 IST

The other war the world has ignored

Pakistan has carried out a series of air strikes in Afghan cities including Kabul and in border areas. The most egregious attack was the one this week that hit a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul, killing at least 400 people and injuring 250. (AFP)

Published on Mar 18, 2026 15:44 IST

PM Modi condemns attacks on Kuwait, stresses free navigation in Hormuz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on May 3, 2025. REUTERS (REUTERS FILE)

Updated on Mar 18, 2026 13:47 IST

Tharoor calls on Centre to ‘take lead’ in demanding an end to West Asia conflict

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said that the world has real problems in getting supplies, oil, and gas through the Strait of Hormuz.

Published on Mar 18, 2026 06:56 IST

PM Modi speaks to UAE President, stresses on safe navigation via Hormuz Strait

The PM also discussed the need for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

Updated on Mar 18, 2026 04:19 IST

Indian pilots’ body raises safety concerns over West Asia flight operations

Smoke in the background after a drone struck a fuel tank at the Dubai International Airport. (AP)

Published on Mar 17, 2026 07:32 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets top EU leadership; discusses trade, global issues

EAM Jaishankar meets the Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas in Brussels on Monday. (@DrSJaishankar X)

Updated on Mar 16, 2026 16:35 IST

DGCA allows Air India to extend duty time of pilots amid West Asia crisis

The move comes after Air India approached the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on March 12 and sought relief from the Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL).

Updated on Mar 16, 2026 01:44 IST

Iran-US war: IndiGo revises schedules, Air India cancels flight to Dubai

A traveller walks through the terminal at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, U.S., March 14, 2026. REUTERS/Kaylee Greenlee

Updated on Mar 15, 2026 03:56 IST

'Five Indians lost lives, one missing' in West Asia conflict, says govt

A satellite image of Jebel Ali Port, after one of the berths caught fire because of debris from an intercepted missile, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026.

Published on Mar 14, 2026 12:30 IST

Hurdles stall common Brics position on West Asia as members 'directly involved'

Jaishankar and Iran FM Araghchi discuss Brics cooperation

Published on Mar 13, 2026 20:07 IST

Kerosene and coal are making a temporary comeback in India. Here's why

Representative image. (AFP)

Updated on Mar 13, 2026 11:48 IST

2 Indians killed, 10 injured in attack on industrial area in Oman, says govt

The Al Mirani Fort and traditional houses are surrounded by mountains, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman, March 12, 2026.

Updated on Mar 14, 2026 01:15 IST

How Russia may be real winner of West Asia war, even if not actually fighting

Vladimir Putin's four-year-long invasion of Ukraine is the culmination of a quarter century spent tightening his grip on power, crushing opponents and trying to expand Russia's influence and borders.

Updated on Mar 14, 2026 06:48 IST

How LPG shortage worry is taking over Delhi, Mumbai, B'luru, other Indian cities

Mumbai, India. Mar 11, 2026 - Due to a shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Mumbai, restaurants and hotels are preparing food using coal Shagadi. The ongoing conflict in West Asia continues to disrupt the supply of commercial LPG cylinders, impacting restaurants and hotels across the city. Mumbai, India. Mar 11, 2026.

Published on Mar 13, 2026 05:20 IST

Stronger air defence takeaway for India from West Asia conflict: Ex IAF chief

Stronger air defence takeaway for India from West Asia conflict: Ex IAF chief

Published on Mar 13, 2026 04:15 IST

India expresses grief over missile attack on Iranian girls’ school

India mourns lives lost in US missile attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ school in Iran (REUTERS)

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 17:58 IST

‘Committed to peace, stability’: PM dials Iranian Prez amid West Asia conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the escalating tensions in West Asia.

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 20:48 IST

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