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2026

DGCA Directs Airlines to Avoid West Asia Airspace Amid Escalating Conflict, Avoid Flying Below 32,000 Feet

New Delhi: India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has directed airlines to avoid several airspaces in West Asia amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict to ensure contingency planning as part of safety risk assessments. The regulator has asked flight operations firms to refrain from operating in the airspace of Bahrain, Iran, Iraq,

Indian Rupee Hits Record Low of 93.12 Against US Dollar Amid Middle East Tensions

Mumbai: The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 93.12 against the US dollar on Friday, pressured by global supply chain disruptions stemming from the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The domestic currency fell 0.55 per cent to 93.12, eclipsing its previous low of 92.63 on Wednesday. The rupee has depreciated nearly 2

Sensex, Nifty Rise Over 1% at Open on Hopes of Easing West Asia Tensions

Mumbai: Domestic benchmark indices surged over 1% in early Friday trade as investor sentiment improved on expectations of easing tensions in West Asia. Sensex opened at 74,559, up 352 points or 0.47 per cent, while Nifty started trading at 23,110, higher by 108 points or 0.47 per cent, according to exchange data. In early trade,

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Praises Donald Trump’s Global Peace Efforts; Takes Hardline on Iran

Washington: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told US President Donald Trump at the White House that she believed “it is only you, Donald, who can achieve peace across the world”, offering strong public backing as the two leaders discussed Iran, energy security, and turmoil in the Middle East. Takaichi made the remark during an Oval

Donald Trump’s Pearl Harbor Remark Creates Awkward Moment with Japan PM Sanae Takaichi

Washington: US President Donald Trump’s attempt to justify secrecy over Iran strikes by invoking the Pearl Harbor attack unsettled Japan PM Sanae Takaichi during a White House meeting, briefly straining an otherwise warm alliance interaction. The exchange came when Trump was asked why allies in Europe and Asia, including Japan, had not been informed before

India Says Indus Waters Treaty Will Remain on Hold Until Pakistan Ends Support for Terror

United Nations: India has reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan, described as the global epicentre of terror, takes credible steps to change its approach. Pakistan “must uphold the sanctity of human life before talking of upholding the sanctity of treaties”, India’s Permanent Representative P Harish said on Thursday at

US Pushes Europe to Boost Defence Spending as Washington Shifts Strategic Focus to Indo-Pacific and China

Washington: The United States is urging Europe to take greater responsibility for its defence while maintaining its military presence, signalling a strategic pivot toward China and the Indo-Pacific—an evolving dynamic with significant implications for India’s security landscape. At a House Armed Services Committee hearing, US lawmakers and defence officials made clear that NATO remains central

Qatar Warns Iran’s Ras Laffan Attack Could Disrupt Global Energy Supplies

Doha: Qatar has warned that Iran’s attack on the Ras Laffan industrial hub could have far-reaching consequences for global energy supplies, raising concerns over potential disruptions in LNG production and exports. Officials cautioned that continued escalation in the region may strain international markets, impact energy security, and trigger volatility in prices worldwide. Addressing the media

Strikes Weaken Iran’s Nuclear Programme but Cannot Erase Capability, Says IAEA Chief

Washington: Military action has significantly weakened Iran’s nuclear programme, but it has not eliminated the country’s ability to rebuild it, International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi said on Thursday. He noted that while key facilities have suffered damage, the underlying scientific expertise, materials, and industrial infrastructure remain intact, meaning Tehran could restore its nuclear

WHO Prepares for Possible Nuclear Incident as US-Israel-Iran Tensions Escalate

New Delhi: The World Health Organization (WHO) is preparing for the possibility of a nuclear incident in the Middle East, with regional director Hanan Balkhy warning that the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran could have catastrophic consequences. Officials said protocols are being reviewed to manage radiation exposure and public health emergencies

India Diversifies LPG Imports, Sources Gas from US Amid Middle East Supply Concerns

New Delhi: Amid concerns over a potential LPG shortage, India on Thursday said it is diversifying its procurement strategy and sourcing liquefied petroleum gas from the United States. The move aims to offset supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and ensure stable domestic availability. Addressing the daily briefing, Petroleum and

India Terms Arrest of Six Ukrainian Nationals a ‘Legal Matter’, Says Investigation Underway

New Delhi: India on Thursday said that the arrest of six Ukrainian nationals is a “legal matter”, with government agencies currently investigating the case. Authorities indicated that due process is being followed as the probe continues into the circumstances surrounding the arrests. Addressing a weekly media briefing on Thursday, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson

2026

DGCA Directs Airlines to Avoid West Asia Airspace Amid Escalating Conflict, Avoid Flying Below 32,000 Feet

Indian Rupee Hits Record Low of 93.12 Against US Dollar Amid Middle East Tensions

Sensex, Nifty Rise Over 1% at Open on Hopes of Easing West Asia Tensions

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Praises Donald Trump’s Global Peace Efforts; Takes Hardline on Iran

Donald Trump’s Pearl Harbor Remark Creates Awkward Moment with Japan PM Sanae Takaichi

India Says Indus Waters Treaty Will Remain on Hold Until Pakistan Ends Support for Terror

US Pushes Europe to Boost Defence Spending as Washington Shifts Strategic Focus to Indo-Pacific and China

Qatar Warns Iran’s Ras Laffan Attack Could Disrupt Global Energy Supplies

Strikes Weaken Iran’s Nuclear Programme but Cannot Erase Capability, Says IAEA Chief

WHO Prepares for Possible Nuclear Incident as US-Israel-Iran Tensions Escalate

India Diversifies LPG Imports, Sources Gas from US Amid Middle East Supply Concerns

India Terms Arrest of Six Ukrainian Nationals a ‘Legal Matter’, Says Investigation Underway

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