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The conflict could test military limits and force countries like India to recalibrate their strategic choices

A State Bank of India report urged the Reserve Bank of India to use forex reserves to stabilise the rupee amid West Asia tensions. It flagged volatility, suggested market interventions, and proposed measures to manage foreign exchange demand

S Jaishankar met Anita Anand at the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, discussing West Asia crisis, trade, and cooperation. Focus remained on keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping

As oil routes tighten and LPG delays mount, the Iran conflict is turning distant geopolitics into an immediate threat to India’s household

Over 40 energy assets in nine West Asian countries have been severely damaged due to the Iran war, disrupting oil and gas supplies. The IEA has warned of serious global economic consequences, with supply losses already exceeding previous major energy crises

The Congress questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over not advancing the BRICS+ Summit for a diplomatic initiative on the West Asia crisis. It alleged reluctance to antagonise global leaders and criticised India’s response to the ongoing conflict

The RBI bulletin said the West Asia conflict and fresh US trade investigations have increased volatility in global markets. It noted India’s economy remains resilient, with adequate forex reserves and improving economic activity despite rising inflation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will review petroleum, power and fertiliser sectors amid the West Asia crisis, focusing on supply stability. The government is monitoring global disruptions caused by conflict impacting energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz

The Centre launched a Rs 497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters hit by West Asia conflict disruptions, offering logistical support, extended export obligations and financial relief to offset rising freight, insurance costs and operational uncertainties in key Gulf trade routes

US strategy to involve Kurds in a ground offensive against Iran may set the entire West Asia on fire

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with leaders of France, Oman and Malaysia, emphasising de-escalation in West Asia, diplomatic resolution of the crisis, and ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions

Air India will operate 36 extra international flights to Europe and North America amid rising travel demand due to West Asia tensions. IndiGo also adjusted operations, suspending some regional routes while increasing capacity on others

Authorities across several states launched raids against LPG hoarding and black marketing amid concerns over supply disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis. The issue triggered a political clash in Parliament while panic buying and long queues were reported in some regions

Central Board of Secondary Education cancelled Class 12 board exams for students in several West Asian countries due to the regional crisis. Exams scheduled between March 16 and April 10 across Gulf nations will not be held; alternative result declaration methods will be announced later

A shortage of LPG supply in Sangareddy district has forced temples, hostels and hotels to use firewood for cooking. Officials also seized domestic LPG cylinders from hotels during raids as institutions struggled to obtain commercial gas cylinders

The Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon following loud protests by Opposition members over rising LPG prices and supply shortages. Speaker Om Birla cautioned MPs against disrupting Question Hour, stressing the need to uphold parliamentary decorum.

India has temporarily allowed the use of kerosene, coal and biomass fuels as the West Asia crisis disrupted LPG and crude supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz. The government said household fuel supplies remain stable despite panic buying

Panic buying of petrol and LPG cylinders spread across several states amid fears of fuel shortage linked to the West Asia crisis, even as the government assured Parliament that supplies remain adequate and warned people against rumours and black marketing

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the Congress and Rahul Gandhi at an NDA rally in Kerala, accusing them of spreading rumours over the West Asia crisis. He also criticised the LDF government and urged voters to end the LDF-UDF cycle

The government is unlikely to accept the opposition's demand for a discussion in Parliament on the West Asia crisis, citing External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's statement. Opposition protests disrupted proceedings in both Houses as parties pressed for a debate