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July 15, 2026 10:20 AM

‘Seafarer-First’: Centre orders real-time monitoring of Indian seafarers after Hormuz attacks

The Centre on Tuesday announced a series of emergency measures to safeguard Indian seafarers operating in conflict-hit West Asia after attacks on two merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz left one Indian sailor dead and several others injured. Chairing a high-level inter-ministerial review meeting, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal directed authorities to adopt a "Seafarer-First" approach, ordering real-time monitoring of vessels, dedicated liaison officers ...

June 17, 2026 10:30 PM

PM Modi, US President Trump hold bilateral talks on sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held bilateral talks on Wednesday on the sidelines of the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Evian, focusing on strengthening cooperation across key strategic sectors. In a post on X, PM Modi said he was pleased to meet Trump and noted that both leaders reviewed steady progress in bilateral ties spanning various sectors. “Pleased to meet President Trump in Evian. We reviewed the sustained progress in our bilateral cooperation in trade, energy...

June 11, 2026 6:43 PM

India lodges ‘strong protest’ with US over ‘deeply worrisome’ attacks on ships in West Asia

India on Thursday said that it has lodged a "strong protest" with the American side, conveying deepest concerns on the ongoing attacks on ships with Indian seafarers in West Asia in the last few days. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called for an end to such attacks and stated that India attaches great importance to the welfare and well-being of Indian seafarers' community. Addressing an inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia in New Delhi on Thursday, MEA spokespe...

June 8, 2026 5:06 PM

India Urges Restraint in West Asia, Reiterates Travel Advisory for Iran

India on Monday expressed deep concern over the renewed attacks in West Asia, calling for an immediate de-escalation of tensions and urging all parties to pursue a diplomatic resolution to restore peace and stability in the region. In an official statement, India said the latest developments were a matter of serious concern for the international community. The government noted that the conflict has continued for more than 100 days, resulting in extensive human suffering and adversely affecting ...

May 29, 2026 6:38 PM

“Energy security is very important; We welcome whatever support we can get”: MEA on gas shipment from Norway

Energy security remains a key priority for India amid global concern over energy supply due to conflict in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said, adding that the country is actively diversifying its energy sources and welcoming cooperation from global partners, including Norway. Responding to a query on gas shipments expected from Norway, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India's approach is focused on strengthening energy security through diversified imports. ...

May 26, 2026 9:40 PM

Iran-US tensions escalate as West Asia braces for possible wider conflict

Iran and the United States have traded fresh accusations of aggression, deepening fears that a fragile ceasefire brokered in April is on the verge of total collapse. American Central Command confirmed it conducted what it described as self-defence strikes on missile launch sites and vessels it said were attempting to mine the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran's foreign ministry hit back hard, calling the United States military a "terrorist" force and warning that no act of aggression would go unanswered....

May 4, 2026 10:30 AM

Sensex, Nifty rally in early trade on West Asia de-escalation hopes, poll trends

India’s benchmark equity indices surged in early trade on Monday, buoyed by softer crude oil prices amid signs of easing tensions in West Asia and positive early trends from Assembly election results. The Sensex jumped 833 points, or 1.08 per cent, to hit an intraday high of 77,746.79, while the Nifty rose 250 points, or 1.03 per cent, to 24,245.85. Ajay Bagga, banking and market expert, said markets are poised for “a constructive start” following the extended weekend. “IT and pharma ...

May 2, 2026 1:03 PM

Lebanon sees fresh strikes as fragile truce faces violations

Tensions remain elevated across West Asia, with a fragile ceasefire in southern Lebanon under pressure and diplomatic strains deepening between Washington and Tehran. Israeli operations have continued in parts of southern Lebanon, while regional actors remain on high alert amid sporadic violence and strategic uncertainty. Lebanese officials report multiple Israeli strikes in the Nabatieh district, including drone attacks on vehicles near Kfar Dajjal and on roads linking Kfar Dajjal with Adchit ...

April 20, 2026 5:29 PM

Over 11 Lakh Evacuated from West Asia Amid Ceasefire Window: MEA

Over 11 Lakh Evacuated from West Asia Amid Ceasefire Window: MEA India has facilitated the travel of over 11 lakh passengers from West Asia to the country amid ongoing regional tensions, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday. Speaking at an inter-ministerial press briefing, Joint Secretary (Gulf) Aseem Mahajan said the movement has been enabled through continuous flight operations and alternative travel routes as the two-week ceasefire window in the region approaches its end on April...

April 16, 2026 10:34 PM

PM Modi, Macron agree on urgently restoring freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday received a phone call from French President Emmanuel Macron with both leaders discussing the situation in West Asia and agreeing on the need to urgently restore safety and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The two leaders had earlier spoken on March 19 regarding the situation in West Asia and the urgent need for de-escalation and return to dialogue and diplomacy. "Received a phone call from my dear friend President Emmanuel Macron. We discu...