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India Urges Diplomacy as West Asia Situation Worsens

India Urges Diplomacy as West Asia Situation Worsens

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the escalating situation in West Asia, emphasising the need for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve disputes. India is closely monitoring developments to ensure the safety of its citizens in the region.

Modi dials Netanyahu amid escalation in West Asia

Modi dials Netanyahu amid escalation in West Asia

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia, conveying India's concerns and emphasizing the importance of civilian safety. The conversation follows recent attacks and heightened tensions in the region.

Sri Lanka Establishes Emergency Hotlines Amid West Asia Crisis

Sri Lanka Establishes Emergency Hotlines Amid West Asia Crisis

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sri Lanka has established emergency hotlines and is closely monitoring the situation in West Asia following escalating tensions, urging restraint and de-escalation from all parties involved.

Sri Lanka Sets Up Emergency Hotlines Amid West Asia Tensions

Sri Lanka Sets Up Emergency Hotlines Amid West Asia Tensions

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sri Lanka has established emergency hotlines and is in close contact with its diplomatic missions in West Asia following escalating tensions in the region. The country is also preparing its airports for potential flight diversions and emergencies.

CCS assesses West Asia crisis, orders steps to help stranded Indians

CCS assesses West Asia crisis, orders steps to help stranded Indians

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has reviewed the evolving situation in West Asia, directing departments to assist Indian nationals affected by recent developments and emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy.

Farooq Abdullah Calls for Dialogue Amid Escalating West Asia Violence

Farooq Abdullah Calls for Dialogue Amid Escalating West Asia Violence

Rediff.com20 hours ago

National Conference President Farooq Abdullah has voiced his concern over the escalating violence in West Asia, urging all parties to prioritise dialogue and diplomacy to de-escalate tensions and protect civilian lives.

JD(U) MP Seeks Assurance for Bihari Workers in West Asia Amidst Tensions

JD(U) MP Seeks Assurance for Bihari Workers in West Asia Amidst Tensions

Rediff.com1 days ago

JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha has appealed to the External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to ensure the safety and well-being of the Bihari diaspora in West Asia, following escalating tensions in the region.

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Karnataka Urges Centre to Protect Stranded Indians in West Asia Amid Conflict

Rediff.com2 days ago

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has urged the central government to protect Indians, especially Kannadigas, stranded in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict, assuring that all efforts are being made to ensure their safety.

Putin, UAE Prez step in, call for immediate ceasefire in West Asia

Putin, UAE Prez step in, call for immediate ceasefire in West Asia

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The US-Israeli military campaign, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury" by Washington, has entered its third day, with US President Donald Trump stating that operations would continue "until all of our objectives are achieved."

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Indian benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant crash in early trade, triggered by a sharp increase in crude oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

India A crush Bangladesh to defend Asia Cup Rising Stars title

India A crush Bangladesh to defend Asia Cup Rising Stars title

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Tejal Hasanbis's impactful half-century and Prema Rawat's leg-spin helped India A defeat Bangladesh A by 46 runs in the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars final.

Sindhu pulls out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

Sindhu pulls out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has pulled out of the upcoming Badminton Asia Team Championships, dealing a major blow to Indian team's medal chances at the tournament beginning next week.

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup: Radha stars as India A storm into final

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Radha Yadav's all-round performance propelled India A Women to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka A in the Women's Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup semifinal, securing their place in the final.

Gold and Silver Prices Soar as West Asia Conflict Intensifies

Gold and Silver Prices Soar as West Asia Conflict Intensifies

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Precious metal prices, particularly gold and silver, experienced a significant surge in the national capital as investors sought safe-haven assets amid escalating hostilities in the Middle East.

Badminton Asia: Sindhu-less India stunned; Korea dump men out

Badminton Asia: Sindhu-less India stunned; Korea dump men out

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's women's and men's badminton teams suffered defeats in the Badminton Asia Team Championships, ending their campaigns in the quarterfinals. The women's team lost to China, while the men's team was defeated by Korea.

India women lose to China; crash out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

India women lose to China; crash out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's title defence in the women's team event came to a disappointing end after a 0-3 loss to a second-string China in the quarter-finals of the Badminton Asia Team Championships.

Jeep places India at centre of Asia-Pacific strategy

Jeep places India at centre of Asia-Pacific strategy

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Jeep outlines a renewed regional roadmap with higher localisation, export expansion and focus on products and ownership experience amid intense competition in India's SUV market.

Asia on fire: Of finance, climate, cities in motion

Asia on fire: Of finance, climate, cities in motion

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The initial public offering (IPO) market in India last year was hot, with companies raising over $22 billion in 2025. But half of the 350-plus companies that listed on the stock exchange last year traded below their offer price, according to a new research report released by HSBC Global Investment Research - a sobering fact despite what otherwise looked like a rush of companies eager to list on the bourses.

Badminton Asia: India women face China, men meet Korea in QF

Badminton Asia: India women face China, men meet Korea in QF

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's men's and women's teams advanced to the quarter-finals despite suffering narrow 2-3 defeats to Japan and Thailand respectively in their final group ties at the Badminton Asia Team Championships in Qingdao, China, on Thursday.

8 Best Hotels And Resorts In Asia

8 Best Hotels And Resorts In Asia

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Cond Nast's editors have sat down, like they do yearly and listed their favourite stays in Asia.

Badminton Asia Team: India women crush Myanmar, men edge Singapore

Badminton Asia Team: India women crush Myanmar, men edge Singapore

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Defending champions Indian women's team started its campaign at the Badminton Asia Team Championships on a resounding note, blanking Myanmar 5-0 in their opening Group Y tie in Qingdao, China on Wednesday.

Vaishnavi Adkar Joins India's Billie Jean King Cup Squad

Vaishnavi Adkar Joins India's Billie Jean King Cup Squad

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Vaishnavi Adkar, following her recent success, has been selected for the Indian team participating in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I tie.

Amethi Residents Stranded in Iran Amidst Conflict

Amethi Residents Stranded in Iran Amidst Conflict

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Several residents of Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, including students, are stranded in Iran due to ongoing joint strikes by the United States and Israel, prompting calls for government assistance.

Maharashtra govt arranges flights for stranded citizens in UAE

Maharashtra govt arranges flights for stranded citizens in UAE

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Amidst the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, the Maharashtra government is arranging evacuation flights to bring home 164 citizens stranded in the UAE due to airspace closures, offering a crucial lifeline and support.

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

How Shabana Azmi Celebrates Holi This Year

Rediff.com4 hours ago

'Javed (Akhtar) and I are inviting only very close friends for Holi this time.'

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Rediff.com15 hours ago

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi assures that the Indian government is prepared to bring back Indians stranded in the Gulf region due to the Iran-Israel conflict and disruptions in Dubai, emphasizing citizen safety as the top priority.

Maharashtra Govt Launches Helpline for Stranded Residents in Middle East

Maharashtra Govt Launches Helpline for Stranded Residents in Middle East

Rediff.com7 hours ago

The Maharashtra government has launched an emergency WhatsApp helpline for state residents stranded in the Middle East due to airspace closures amid the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is monitoring the situation and coordinating with central agencies.

Urmila, Mouni, Shalini At Shabana Azmi's Holi Party

Urmila, Mouni, Shalini At Shabana Azmi's Holi Party

Rediff.com1 hour ago

It's a riot of colours at Shabana Azmi's Holi party.

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Modi condemns Iran attacks on Bahrain, Saudi; calls for restoring peace

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the King of Bahrain and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, condemning recent attacks on both countries and emphasising the importance of regional peace and stability.

Hezbollah intelligence head killed in Israel's Beirut attack

Hezbollah intelligence head killed in Israel's Beirut attack

Rediff.com17 hours ago

IDF international spokesperson Lt Col Nadav Shoshani said the Israeli military targeted several Hezbollah positions, including command and control centres, launch sites and senior operatives.

UAE intercepts 165 Iranian missiles, 541 drones; 3 killed

UAE intercepts 165 Iranian missiles, 541 drones; 3 killed

Rediff.com1 days ago

The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence has announced that the air force and air defence forces have successfully intercepted a significant number of aerial threats following a large-scale Iranian attack that commenced on February 28.

Modi convenes CCS meeting amid escalating tension after Iran attack

Modi convenes CCS meeting amid escalating tension after Iran attack

Rediff.com1 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of the Cabinet Committee of Security (CCS) in Delhi to discuss the global situation following the attack on Iran and the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu won a bronze medal at the Dutch Junior International tournament, losing in the semifinals to China's Yi Qing Yin.

8 killed in Iranian missile attack on Israel; UAE port targeted

8 killed in Iranian missile attack on Israel; UAE port targeted

Rediff.com1 days ago

Expanding the scope of hostilities, Zayed Port in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, was also targeted by missile strikes launched by Iran, according to a report by the Iranian state broadcaster, Press TV.

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

India, Canada sign landmark nuclear agreement

Rediff.com23 hours ago

India and Canada solidify their partnership with a landmark uranium supply agreement and discussions to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership, signaling stronger ties and cooperation on key global issues.

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Digital Architecture Key to Climate Transformation

Rediff.com4 days ago

Experts at the Mosambi Climate Conference (MC2) emphasized the importance of incorporating digital architecture into the energy ecosystem for achieving significant climate transformation.

Hezbollah drones target Israeli air base

Hezbollah drones target Israeli air base

Rediff.com3 hours ago

According to Hezbollah, it fired a swarm of drones at radar sites and control rooms at the base on Tuesday, describing the move as retaliation for Israeli strikes.

Iranian drone strikes British Air Force unit in Cyprus

Iranian drone strikes British Air Force unit in Cyprus

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amidst rising tensions in the Middle East, an Iranian drone struck a British RAF base in Cyprus, prompting the UK to allow US defensive operations and consider evacuation plans for British citizens in the region.

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

When US, Israel Attacked Iran

Rediff.com2 days ago

On Saturday, February 28, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes on Iran marking a significant escalation in Middle East tensions.

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Will India Face Oil Shock from Iran Crisis?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Will rising tensions between US-Israel and Iran threaten crude oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz, putting India's fuel prices, imports, and economic stability at risk?