crown

Subscribe Now

FOLLOW US

Sign in

west asia

PAGE 6

Centre monitors West Asia airspace as Indian carriers resume flights to Riyadh

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 15:22 IST

Riyadh in Saudi Arabia has seen damage as Iran retaliates to US-Israeli conflict by attacking their bases in its neighbouring countries.

Surging oil prices could impact India's vulnerable economy: Report

The oil price spike caused by the war in the Middle East has sparked exasperation at petrol pumps around Asia. (AFP)

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 10:01 IST

How Dubai, Abu Dhabi air defences are keeping citizens safe amid Iran attacks

Data on the interception by the UAE air defence of Iranian attacks is displayed by the Ministry of Defence during a press briefing. AFP

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 09:05 IST

Committed to ferrying Indians to safety: PM Modi amid West Asia conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to the gathering during an NDA election campaign meeting for the state Assembly polls, in Tiruchirappalli, Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 02:10 IST

Jaishankar discusses Iran-US conflict with Russia, EU, France

IJaishankar discussed the Iran-US conflict with Russian, EU and French counterparts (REUTERS)

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 17:19 IST

'Don't pay attention to rumours': PM Modi on West Asia conflict

PM Modi, earlier in the day, affirmed that the government is working to ensure all possible help to Indians in West Asia.

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 16:59 IST

War in West Asia and failure of global order

The US-Israel war against Iran raises a question that should stand at the centre of any serious discussion: Under what legal authority is this war being fought? (AFP)

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 14:57 IST

India monitoring 28 merchant ships in Persian Gulf, 10 million Indians in West Asia

overnment tracks 28 Indian-flagged ships in the Persian Gulf as tensions rise. (PTI)

Published on Mar 11, 2026 14:55 IST

Iran-US war: India announces relief for stranded West Asia-bound shippers

The shipping ministry has asked port authorities to evaluate concession requests on a case by case basis from vessel operators destined to West Asia, which had to return to Indian ports or could not proceed with their shipments due to the war. (Photo for representation)

Published on Mar 11, 2026 04:56 IST

Essential Commodities Act invoked to prioritise LPG production for domestic use

The ministry on Monday night notified the Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026, invoking the Essential Commodities Act (ESMA) of 1955 — giving the directive overriding authority over all existing gas sale agreements and commercial arrangements.

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 03:31 IST

Relief measures for stranded Indian shippers bound for West Asia

A ship moves in front of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) in Navi Mumbai, India on February 4, 2026. (REUTERS)

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 23:39 IST

‘One call from Modi to Israel, Iran counterparts can end issue': UAE envoy

The UAE ambassador said that PM Modi is respected not just among Gulf countries and their leaders, but also among the public and business communities

Published on Mar 10, 2026 02:47 IST

India to review non-essential, commercial LPG production amid West Asia tensions

Government sources told news agency ANI that refineries have been ordered by the government to increase LPG output

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 04:00 IST

CBSE again postpones Class 12 exams in West Asia at least till March 16

Riyadh in Saudi Arabia has seen damage as Iran retaliates to US-Israeli conflict by attacking their bases in its neighbouring countries.

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 13:24 IST

Will US-Iran conflict ease out or explode further? Decoding what comes next

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 11:44 IST

‘Not cowardice’: Oppn seeks West Asia discussion while Jaishankar gives a speech

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 12:17 IST

Lok Sabha adjourned till 3 pm amid protests by opposition seeking debate on West Asia crisis

Lok Sabha adjourned till 3 pm amid protests by opposition seeking debate on West Asia crisis

Published on Mar 9, 2026 07:22 IST

Jaishankar urges ‘dialogue and diplomacy’ to de-escalate West Asia tensions

Jaishankar reiterated an earlier statement by the government expressing "deep concern" on the situation in West Asia.

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 06:27 IST

Oil prices soar past $100 for first time in 4 yrs as US-Iran conflict escalates

Several Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday as oil prices climbed by more than 25 per cent.

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 03:37 IST

Amid US-Iran conflict, EAM Jaishankar to brief parliament on West Asia tensions

External affairs minister S Jaishankar will make a statement on the ongoing situation in West Asia and address concerns about safety of Indians living in gulf countries, in Parliament on Monday, when the second half of the budget session will begin.

Updated on Mar 9, 2026 04:22 IST

West Asia crisis: 52,000 Indians returned following partial opening of airspace

West Asia crisis: 52,000 Indians returned following partial opening of airspace

Published on Mar 7, 2026 18:35 IST

'Sharing airspace with missiles': Pilots in fear as US-Iran conflict widens

A plane takes off from Rafik Hariri Airport, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon.

Updated on Mar 7, 2026 12:56 IST

Rajnath Singh calls for Indian maritime leadership amid West Asia crisis

Union Defence minister Rajnath Singh.

Updated on Mar 6, 2026 07:52 IST

India calls for end to wars in W Asia and Ukraine

India calls for end to wars in W Asia and Ukraine

Published on Mar 6, 2026 01:04 IST

Increased war-risk premiums may drive up airfares for flights to West Asia

Passengers stranded due to flight disruptions and cancellations following the situation in West Asia at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, in New Delhi earlier this week.

Updated on Mar 6, 2026 02:49 IST

India, Finland back efforts to end Ukraine and West Asia conflicts

PM Narendra Modi and Finnish President Alexander Stubb (RAJ K RAJ / Hindustan Times)

Published on Mar 5, 2026 14:37 IST

PM Modi speaks to Macron, calls for ‘early restoration of peace’ in West Asia

Modi France visit Live: PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron pose during the closing session of the Franco-Indian Economic Forum

Updated on Mar 5, 2026 13:22 IST

India denies claim of its ports being used by US amid Iran war: ‘Fake and false’

A US submarine, on Wednesday, torpedoed and sank an Iranian frigate in the waters near Sri Lanka, killing at least 80 people.

Published on Mar 5, 2026 04:37 IST

From UAE to Saudi Arabia, how US-Iran war is affecting the Middle East

A tall smoke plume billows following an explosion in the Fujairah industrial zone on March 3, 2026.

Published on Mar 3, 2026 19:56 IST

After Khamenei: Region on edge, a world on watch

Aftermath of an Israeli and the U.S. strike on a police station, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 2, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

international affairs

Published on Mar 3, 2026 14:24 IST

4
5
6
...

Home / India News / West asia

© 2026 HindustanTimes