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Gold and silver prices surged on Multi Commodity Exchange amid West Asia tensions, driven by safe-haven demand. Analysts cited geopolitical uncertainty and volatility, with metals holding key support levels and likely remaining sensitive to global macroeconomic and geopolitical developments

Donald Trump praised Narendra Modi, expressing confidence in stronger India-US ties. During discussions on West Asia tensions, both leaders emphasised peace, stability, and ensuring the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains secure

Amid rising tensions, Iran allowed ships from friendly nations, including India, to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while restricting adversaries, asserting control over the crucial global oil transit route

A temporary US pause on Iran strikes fuels cautious hopes of de-escalation, but ongoing attacks, conflicting claims, and uncertain back-channel talks suggest it may be a tactical breather

India’s LPG ecosystem reflects both vulnerability and resilience, shaped by import dependence, distributed infrastructure, and evolving consumption patterns that demand nuanced, data-driven energy policy responses

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a CCS meeting to review the impact of the West Asia conflict on India. He called for coordinated efforts to prevent hoarding, ensure supply of essentials, and assess economic and sector-wise implications

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the West Asia conflict is a global concern and must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, while also highlighting the need for strong defence preparedness and citizen readiness amid evolving security challenges

Eid al-Fitr was celebrated across India with prayers and festivities, while peaceful protests were held in several regions against the US-Israel attacks on Iran. Leaders extended greetings as security remained tight and gatherings took place across major cities and states

Congress MPs Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari defended India’s cautious stance amid the Iran-Israel-US conflict, describing the government’s measured diplomacy as responsible statecraft. They emphasized strategic autonomy, non-alignment principles, and prioritizing India’s national interests over taking sides in West Asia.

All 35 students of IIM Ahmedabad’s Dubai campus were shifted to the Ahmedabad campus due to the West Asia conflict. They were on internships in Spain, and the move ensures uninterrupted academic progress amid regional tensions

LPG consumers in Adilabad faced long queues and delays amid an alleged cylinder shortage, worsened by West Asia tensions. Officials attributed delays to panic booking and assured sufficient supply, urging residents to report grievances via the state toll-free helpline 1967

RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale called for peace amid the ongoing West Asia conflict and said the Union government was acting in the supreme interest of the nation. He also urged protests to remain peaceful and declined comment on UGC regulations

The ongoing West Asia conflict has disrupted LPG supplies in India, hitting smaller restaurants hardest. Orders initially dipped by 5–10 per cent but are recovering as eateries adopt induction stoves, wood-fired cooking, and electric ovens.

Two Indian nationals were killed and several others injured in an attack in Oman’s Sohar, the Ministry of External Affairs said. India is coordinating with local authorities and employers while monitoring the situation amid escalating tensions across West Asia

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders in Mancherial, linked to the West Asia conflict, has hit small eateries hard. Owners are resorting to firewood and electric stoves, while some have temporarily shut down, as authorities assure measures are underway to restore supply.

Hundreds of fishermen from Tamil Nadu working in Iran and nearby countries are stranded as war disrupts transport and maritime operations. Families have raised concerns while authorities say evacuation is not possible now due to the closure of air and sea routes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Centre and Gulf nations are working together to help Indians stranded during the ongoing West Asia conflict. Addressing a rally in Kochi, he also accused Congress of making irresponsible statements over the crisis

Opposition leaders warned of potential LPG shortages and rising fuel prices amid West Asia tensions, citing impacts on households and businesses. Ruling alliance MPs dismissed fears, citing India’s alternative energy sources and urging against public panic over supply disruptions

India on Monday called for dialogue and de-escalation in the West Asia conflict, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar saying the safety of Indians in the region remains the government’s top priority along with energy security, trade interests and regional stability

The United States urged India to buy Russian oil cargoes waiting near Chinese refineries and redirect them to Indian refineries to ease supply concerns and curb price spikes during the West Asia conflict, while maintaining that Washington’s policy toward Russia remains unchanged