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.
The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States intensified dramatically as missile and drone strikes spread across West Asia. Iran and allied groups targeted Israel, Gulf states and US military sites, while US-Israeli forces launched heavy airstrikes inside Iran
India urged maximum restraint and respect for sovereignty after US-Israel strikes on Iran escalated regional tensions. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with Iranian and Israeli counterparts, while advisories were issued for Indian nationals
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Jerusalem sends a clear message: India seeks partnership, not alignment; cooperation, not confrontation; and stability, not sides
At least 544 people have been killed in Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, activists said, as Tehran warned the US and Israel of military retaliation if Washington intervenes, amid growing international concern over the escalating unrest
Syrians in Damascus celebrate a hopeful new year following Bashar Assad's fall, while Beirut remains cautious amidst ongoing crises. In Gaza, Palestinians face 2025 with little hope after enduring war and loss, highlighting the region's mixed fortunes
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said he discussed West Asia, Ukraine, and various other issues with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, including the Delaware meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Biden and the Quad summit.
The repercussions of these mounting tensions between the antagonistic powers in the region are bound to lead to huge political turmoil, thereby making the prospects for peace talks in the region increasingly elusive.
Visakhapatnam: Policy reforms in agriculture have the dual responsibility of ensuring that the sector achieves higher growth, delivers higher income to the farmers and at the same time addresses food security concerns, said CII Vizag Zone head Solomon Pushparaj. “Private sector and other stakeholders are welcoming the farm laws as it allows agricultural markets to […]
