Saudi Arabia

Airfares set to rise: Akasa, IndiGo, Air India impose fuel surcharge as West Asia tensions hit aviation

Indian airlines are adjusting operations and fares. Akasa Air will introduce a fuel surcharge of up to Rs 1,300 from March 15, joining IndiGo and the Air India group in passing on higher aviation fuel costs. IndiGo plans to operate 252 weekly flights to and from the Middle East between March 16 and 28

Mar 15, 2026

Saudi Arabia warns Iran after intercepting missile aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base

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.

Mar 7, 2026

Govt debunks viral claim on Indian 'Israeli arrest', post linked to 'pro-Cong' X account

MEA debunks viral claim about Indian 'Israeli spy' arrest, warns against misinformation

"Please stay alert against such preposterous and unsubstantiated claims on social media!" the ministry said while addressing the viral post.

Mar 7, 2026

Iran targets US base in Iraq with drones as Israel orders Beirut evacuation

Kuwait says 67 military personnel injured, hundreds of missiles, drones intercepted

The escalation follows joint Israeli-US attacks on Tehran that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and others, prompting waves of missile and drone strikes across the Middle East. Qatar and other Gulf nations also intercepted missiles and drones, highlighting regional readiness against external threats.

Mar 6, 2026

Fresh explosions in Jerusalem, tanker hit off Kuwait, Saudi Arabia intercepts drone amid regional tensions

A tanker off the coast of Kuwait was hit by a large explosion, causing an oil spill. ran continues its missile attacks on Israel and U.S. bases, while the conflict has already claimed over 1,000 lives, including senior Iranian leaders.

Mar 5, 2026

Saudi Arabia says it reserves right to respond to Iranian attacks; India's MEA sets up special control room

The United States-Israel military campaign against Iran entered its fourth day with continued airstrikes and retaliatory exchanges. The operations, codenamed Epic Fury and Roaring Lion, reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several senior IRGC commanders

Mar 4, 2026

US urges Americans to leave Middle East, activates 24/7 task force

A 24/7 interagency task force has been activated in Washington to coordinate consular support, crisis communications, and citizen safety, working with affected embassies. Over 30 STEP messages and 15 security alerts have been issued, reaching millions via email and a dedicated WhatsApp channel.

Mar 3, 2026

Top Iranian official: Trump abandoned 'America first' for 'Israel first'; Trump says Iran campaign may run 4–5 weeks

"You'll find out soon": Trump on Iranian drone strike at US embassy in Riyadh

A loud blast and thick black smoke were seen above the US Embassy in Riyadh on Monday night after drones struck the diplomatic compound in the latest escalation of Iran's attacks on American missions in the Middle East.

Mar 3, 2026

Gold prices rise for 5th day over Middle East tensions

MCX gold April futures gained 2.53 per cent to Rs 1,66,199 per 10 grams on Monday, while MCX silver May futures eased 0.90 per cent to Rs 2,80,090 per kg.

Mar 3, 2026

Will not negotiate with US: Top Iranian secretary official

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has rejected reports that Tehran is seeking talks with the United States, stating, "We will not negotiate with the United States." His remarks came after a Wall Street Journal report claimed Iran was exploring diplomatic engagement through Omani intermediaries.

Mar 2, 2026

Death toll from joint US‑Israeli strike on girls' school in Iran's Hormozgan province rises to 148, with 95 wounded

Israel-US attack on Iran: Karnataka Deputy CM condemns strikes on school

Amid escalating tensions following the Israel-US strikes on Iran, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar strongly condemned the reported airstrike on a school that allegedly killed several children. Calling the war between the United States, Israel and Iran "not right,"

Mar 1, 2026

UAE confirms intercepting and destroying new wave of Iranian missiles

The operation to successfully intercept the new wave of Iranian missiles was carried out with high efficiency and without any damage, the UAE's Defence Ministry stated.

Feb 28, 2026

International shame: Turkish actress Hande Erçel was recording her friend #AminaKhalil; netizens say Shah Rukh Khan fans falsely claimed she was filming SRK at Joy Awards 2026

Hande Erçel recording Shah Rukh Khan or her friend Amina Khalil: Fans wage social media war

At the Joy Awards 2026 in Riyadh, Shah Rukh Khan shared the stage with global stars like Millie Bobby Brown and Katy Perry. A viral clip showing Turkish actress Hande Erçel filming on her phone sparked debate, with SRK fans claiming she was recording him, while others said she was filming her friend, Egyptian actress Amina Khalil.

Jan 19, 2026

Al Qaeda scales up tech enabled operations as it eyes pan-India footprint

Unlike the Islamic State, Al Qaeda aims for a pan-India presence, taking a slow, calculated approach. Experts warn that the use of AI, especially deepfakes of figures like Osama Bin Laden, has enhanced the group's recruitment and radicalisation efforts, posing a significant challenge for Indian security agencies.

Jan 14, 2026

India launches website, theme and logo with lotus for BRICS Presidency 2026

The theme of India's chairship is "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," reflecting a people-centric, humanity-first approach. The four priorities—Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability—will guide actions across BRICS' three pillars: political & security cooperation, economic & financial partnership, and people-to-people exchanges.

Jan 13, 2026

Art of diplomatic calibration: Saudi Arabia's honour to Pakistan's military leader and pragmatics of regional alliances

Art of diplomatic calibration: Saudi Arabia's honour to PAK's military leader, pragmatics of regional alliances

For India, this award should be viewed through a lens of serene confidence rather than apprehension as a affirmation of Saudi Arabia's pragmatic diversification, not a dilution of New Delhi's privileged standing.

Dec 23, 2025

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Ban: Here's why GCC nations blocked the film but Pakistan didn't

Dhurandhar banned in Middle East: Here's why GCC nations blocked anti-pakistan film

Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi, Manav Gohil, Danish Pandor, Saumya Tandon, and Gaurav Gera, among others. The film is inching towards the Rs 200 crore mark despite the ban in six Gulf nations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.

Dec 12, 2025

Saudi Bus Crash: Telangana Announces ₹5 Lakh Aid; Modi, Leaders Condole, Special Team Sent

Saudi Bus Crash: Telangana Announces ₹5 Lakh Aid; PM Modi, Leaders Condole, Special Team Sent

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the Ministry of External Affairs to dispatch a special team to Saudi Arabia to expedite coordination efforts following the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of 45 Indian pilgrims performing Umrah in Mecca on Monday.

Nov 17, 2025

Indian pilgrims among victims in bus–tanker collision near Medina

Saudi bus accident: Control room opened at Indian Consulate in Jeddah

The bus was reportedly on its way from Mecca to Medina when the crash happened around 1.30 am IST near Mufrihat. Most passengers on the bus were from Hyderabad in Telangana.

Nov 17, 2025

Pakistan-Saudi defense pact: Strategic implications and India's response

By pursuing a strategy of diplomatic finesse, military modernization, economic diversification, and regional engagement, India can mitigate risks and reinforce its position as a pivotal player in the Indo-Pacific and Gulf regions. The pact underscores the need for New Delhi to remain agile in a multipolar world.

Sep 20, 2025

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Saudi Arabia

Airfares set to rise: Akasa, IndiGo, Air India impose fuel surcharge as West Asia tensions hit aviation

Saudi Arabia warns Iran after intercepting missile aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base

MEA debunks viral claim about Indian 'Israeli spy' arrest, warns against misinformation

Kuwait says 67 military personnel injured, hundreds of missiles, drones intercepted

Fresh explosions in Jerusalem, tanker hit off Kuwait, Saudi Arabia intercepts drone amid regional tensions

Saudi Arabia says it reserves right to respond to Iranian attacks; India's MEA sets up special control room

US urges Americans to leave Middle East, activates 24/7 task force

"You'll find out soon": Trump on Iranian drone strike at US embassy in Riyadh

Gold prices rise for 5th day over Middle East tensions

Will not negotiate with US: Top Iranian secretary official

Israel-US attack on Iran: Karnataka Deputy CM condemns strikes on school

UAE confirms intercepting and destroying new wave of Iranian missiles

Hande Erçel recording Shah Rukh Khan or her friend Amina Khalil: Fans wage social media war

Al Qaeda scales up tech enabled operations as it eyes pan-India footprint

India launches website, theme and logo with lotus for BRICS Presidency 2026

Art of diplomatic calibration: Saudi Arabia's honour to PAK's military leader, pragmatics of regional alliances

Dhurandhar banned in Middle East: Here's why GCC nations blocked anti-pakistan film

Saudi Bus Crash: Telangana Announces ₹5 Lakh Aid; PM Modi, Leaders Condole, Special Team Sent

Saudi bus accident: Control room opened at Indian Consulate in Jeddah

Pakistan-Saudi defense pact: Strategic implications and India's response

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