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Joint Secretary in the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Satyaprakash T. L., stated today that the relevant departments are working closely together to ensure the uninterrupted supply of essential pharmaceutical inputs in the country. During an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi on the West...

India has welcomed the ceasefire reached between the United States and Iran. Speaking at an inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia in New Delhi, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, said that New Delhi hopes this will lead to lasting peace in West Asia...

New Delhi, April 5 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded India’s maritime heritage and invaluable contribution on National Maritime Day, reaffirming his commitment to further strengthen the sector.National Maritime Day is celebrated annually on April 5 to commemorate the maiden...

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has stated that the government is making every effort to ensure the availability of petrol, diesel, and LPG across the country. It has advised citizens to avoid panic buying of petrol and diesel and unnecessary booking of LPG.The Ministry has taken...

New Delhi, April 4 An Indian LPG tanker, carrying approximately half a day's cooking gas supply, has successfully crossed the war-affected Strait of Hormuz, while another vessel from Iran has reached the port of Mangalore, signaling continued fuel inflows despite regional disruptions."The LPG...

April 02, New Delhi: During an inter-ministerial briefing on Thursday regarding the West Asia crisis, officials stated that the government is taking coordinated measures to ensure energy security, trade stability, and the safety of Indian nationals abroad.Sanjay Mangal, Member (CBIC)...

Ghaziabad/Meerut, April 1 "We knew there could be an attack on the way, but we had to take that chance," said 27-year-old Ketan Mehta, recalling the moment he and fellow Indian sailors decided to flee a war zone in Iran after weeks of detention and uncertainty.What began as a routine voyage...

New Delhi, March 31 – Around 572,000 passengers have returned to India from the West Asia region. With the airspace in Qatar partially open, the government expects approximately 8–10 non-scheduled commercial flights to operate into the country on Tuesday.In the UAE, around 85 flights are...

The government has extended the National PNG Drive 2.0 until June 30, 2026, to maintain momentum in PNG expansion across the country. It has also directed city gas distribution entities to expedite the installation of domestic PNG connections. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas stated...

Amid the evolving situation in West Asia, the government stated today that adequate stocks of petrol and diesel are available at all petrol pumps across the country. In a statement, the government informed that more than 54 lakh LPG refills were delivered in the country on Friday. The government...

March 27, New Delhi: Continuing its efforts to keep the media informed about the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India held its regular interaction at the National Media Centre. Representatives from the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Ports, Shipping and Waterways...

New Delhi, March 24 CPI(M) MP John Brittas on Tuesday cited the 2003 unanimous resolution of Parliament, under then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, condemning the Iraq war, to urge the government to move a similar motion on the Iran conflict.Speaking in the Rajya Sabha during zero hour...

New Delhi, March 23 The government has informed Parliament about one case of a distressed Indian national seeking assistance and repatriation from Russia, in connection with the evolving situation in the West Asia and Gulf region.In a written response to a query, External Affairs Minister S...

Mangaluru, March 22 Amid the global supply chain crisis, a cargo ship, 'Pyxis Pioneer', carrying a major consignment of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), arrived at New Mangalore Port on Sunday, boosting supply prospects in the country.The vessel, which originated from Texas, US, docked at the...

New Delhi, March 20 Amid escalating West Asia conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said six Indian nationals have died, with one missing in "various incidents".At an inter-ministerial briefing here, Additional Secretary (Gulf), MEA, Aseem R Mahajan, also said, "Yesterday...

New Delhi, March 19 As fresh attacks in West Asia triggered global concerns, India on Thursday said the attacks are "unacceptable and need to cease," even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to top leaders of Oman, Jordan, France, and Malaysia, emphasizing the urgency to restore peace in...

India has expressed concern at the recent attacks on energy installations across the Gulf region, calling them deeply disturbing. In response to media queries regarding attacks against energy infrastructure in the Gulf region, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the...

Mumbai, March 19 Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized on Thursday that cooperation from stakeholders can help ensure minimal disruption in maritime trade amid uncertainties in the wake of the evolving situation in West Asia.Speaking at a ceremony to sign the Letter of Intent (LoI) for...

March 18, New Delhi — The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is scheduled to hold an extraordinary session in London to address growing concerns over global shipping disruptions amid the West Asia conflict.The meeting comes as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz intensify, raising...

New Delhi, March 18 The Indian-flagged oil tanker, Jag Laadki, has reached the Mundra port in Gujarat after safely sailing from Fujairah in the UAE, despite an attack on the terminal, bringing the total number of vessels transiting the conflict-affected zone to four.The tanker, carrying 80,886...