New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) The government on Thursday said that flight operations by Indian carriers to and from Riyadh have resumed, as it closely monitors the evolving situation in the West Asia region.The Ministry of Civil Aviation said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation and its impact on air travel between India and countries in the region. Airlines are undertaking necessary operational adjustments in view of the prevailing conditions to ensure passenger safety and the orderly c…
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New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on March 12, the airline said on Wednesday.Both the airlines will operate one non-scheduled round flight each tomorrow to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia from Mumbai and Kozhikode, respectively, it added.The two carriers will also operate their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah and Muscat with a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah, and …
Manama, March 9 (IANS) The Indian Embassy in Bahrain on Monday advised Indian nationals in the country to remain vigilant and take due care amid the prevailing regional situation. The Embassy asked Indian nationals to follow updates and advisories issued by it and the local authorities. It also released once again the helpline numbers for assistance and asked people to transit through Saudi Arabia from Bahrain.In the advisory released on X, the Indian Embassy in Bahrain stated, “Transit Through …
Singapore, March 9 (IANS) The Singapore government announced on Monday that it will deploy a RSAF A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft in response to the urgent need of Singaporeans in the Middle East, assisting their departure from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday. “In response to the urgent need of Singaporeans in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia for assisted departure to Singapore, and given the lack of feasible commercial options in the region, the Singapore Govern…
Riyadh, March 9 (IANS) Riyadh on Monday condemned the Iranian attacks against Saudi Arabia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) members – including a number of Arab, Islamic, and friendly countries – affirming its right to take all measures to protect its security, sovereignty and safety of people. Saudi Foreign Ministry stated that continued Iranian attacks showcase further escalation, with significant impact for bilateral ties. The targetting of civilian objects, airports, and oil facilities, st…
Riyadh, March 7 (IANS) Saudi Arabia on Saturday cautioned Iran against engaging in what it described as “misguided calculations” as tensions across the West Asia region continue to intensify amid an expanding conflict.Iran has directed retaliatory missile and drone strikes toward Israel and US military positions, while also launching hundreds of ballistic missiles and thousands of drones toward Arab states across the Gulf. These attacks have targeted energy infrastructure, civilian locations, an…
Doha, March 5 (IANS) The Indian men’s national basketball team, stranded in Doha due to West Asia turmoil, could return home through an alternate route via Riyadh if airspace restrictions in the Middle East continue, said team manager Sajid Rahman to IANS on Thursday. The Indian contingent, currently in Doha after travelling for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, has been unable to proceed with its schedule or return home due to the closure of regional airspace due to the US-Is…
Dubai, March 4 (IANS) A drone strike near the US Consulate in Dubai triggered a fire as Iran continued a wave of drone and missile attacks targeting American diplomatic missions across the Middle East. The incident in Dubai came late Tuesday night (local time) — a day after reported attacks on US diplomatic facilities in Kuwait and Riyadh, marking a further escalation in hostilities across the region.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the drone-related incident in Dubai, stating that a…
New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, conveying that India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar and strongly condemns any violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. During their conversation, the two leaders emphasised the urgent need to restore peace and stability in the region through dialogue and diplomacy.”Spoke with my brother, H.H. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar. We…
Riyadh, March 3 (IANS) The US Embassy in Riyadh was struck by two Iranian drones, causing a fire and resulting in material damage, Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said early on Tuesday, as the Middle East crisis entered its fourth day.The incident unfolded against the backdrop of intensifying hostilities triggered by US and Israeli-led strikes on Iran and Tehran’s subsequent retaliatory attacks on American and Israeli military assets across the Gulf region.In a sharp warning to Tehran, US Presid…