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Indian LNG carrier Disha completed a safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first Indian-flagged LNG vessel to exit the conflict zone in over three months. The ship, carrying 62,370 metric tonnes of LNG, is headed to Dahej

As the United States and Iran prepare to sign a peace agreement in Switzerland, key political and diplomatic figures from Washington, Tehran and Islamabad have played major roles in negotiations. The deal is being projected as a significant step toward ending conflict

Gold and silver prices rose in MCX trade, supported by a weaker dollar and geopolitical tensions in West Asia amid US–Iran developments. Gold touched ₹1,59,500 per 10 grams, while silver saw volatile movement amid shifting investor sentiment and crude oil declines

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised India as a “huge power” and said the country shows “crazy love for Israel” despite global criticism of the Jewish state. He highlighted strong India-Israel ties, expanding diplomatic partnerships and his close rapport with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

A geopolitical analysis highlights India’s balancing act in West Asia, urging it to maintain ties with UAE, Israel, and Iran simultaneously. It notes PM Modi’s UAE visit as part of India’s broader strategy to deepen strategic, economic, and connectivity partnerships across the region

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan that India is ready to support peace efforts in West Asia amid escalating regional tensions. Talks focused on energy security, investments, strategic ties and the impact of the Iran-Israel conflict on global stability

Indian markets rose nearly 1%, with BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 gaining on global optimism and easing oil prices amid hopes of West Asia de-escalation, though analysts expect volatility and range-bound trade in the near term

Aviation fuel prices for international airlines rose about 5 percentage to dollar 1,511.86 per kl, while domestic carriers were shielded from hikes as authorities adopted a calibrated approach amid global energy volatility linked to geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices

Congress on Friday slammed the BJP government over the steep Rs 993 hike in commercial LPG prices, alleging insensitivity to common citizens and small businesses, and criticised the Centre for failing to cushion global energy shock triggered by the West Asia conflict

India is closely monitoring tensions in West Asia and engaging Iran and Gulf nations to ensure safety of nationals and secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. MEA highlighted high-level diplomatic outreach and concerns over recent firing incidents

The government said all Indian seafarers in the Gulf and West Asia are safe, with no incidents reported. Over 2,487 have been repatriated, while flights continue and authorities monitor the situation to ensure safety of Indian nationals

Narendra Modi and Rob Jetten discussed strengthening India-Netherlands ties in semiconductors, green hydrogen, trade and defence, while stressing peace in West Asia and expanding strategic cooperation amid evolving global challenges

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade as escalating conflict in West Asia pushed crude oil prices higher and triggered heavy foreign fund outflows. Rising geopolitical tensions and global market weakness weighed heavily on investor sentiment.

The Centre clarified that the March 24 call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump focused solely on West Asia developments. Reports claiming Elon Musk participated were dismissed as inaccurate amid heightened geopolitical tensions

The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Lok Sabha statement on the West Asia crisis, alleging no condemnation of US-Israeli strikes on Iran. It demanded a parliamentary discussion and raised concerns over his remarks on Covid and economic growth

Turmeric prices have dropped by around Rs 2,000 per quintal as exports to West Asia slow due to the ongoing Iran-Israel-US conflict. Farmers allege traders are exploiting the situation, while production remains high in Telangana.

Global oil prices fell over 3 percent after recent gains, amid volatile West Asia tensions. Despite conflict escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, concerns over restricted Strait of Hormuz flows and stalled security efforts continue to unsettle markets and supply outlook

New Delhi: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has called for peace amid tensions in West Asia while also outlining plans to expand its organisational presence across the country as it approaches its 100th year, RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said on Sunday. Addressing the media during the Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) meeting, Hosabale said […]

Nearly 2,000 Telugu people from Andhra Pradesh, including transit passengers and those on tourist visas, have returned from West Asia amid the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran. Around 70 individuals remain in Bahrain and are expected to return soon.

The second half of the Budget Session is expected to begin on a stormy note as the Lok Sabha takes up an opposition-sponsored resolution seeking Speaker Om Birla’s removal. West Asia tensions, electoral roll revision in Bengal and other issues may also dominate proceedings.