Israel-Iran conflict: Indian Embassy moving students in Tehran to safer locations within country, says MEA
Amid the rising tensions between Iran and Israel, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has facilitated the relocation of some Indian students to safer areas within Iran, the Ministry of External Affairs said Monday.
In response to evolving risks, the High Commission is also closely monitoring the security situation and taking steps to ensure the safety of Indian nationals. 'Other feasible options are also under examination. Further updates will follow,' the statement added.
Statement on Iranhttps://t.co/RsR4Cz4cJ8 pic.twitter.com/GKuITTwK8D
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 15, 2025
The HC in Tehran said, 'The Embassy is in touch with community leaders regarding welfare and safety. '
Declaring the launch of Operation Rising Lion aimed at foiling Iran's nuclear ambitions, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Friday that his country has struck at the heart of the Islamic regime's nuclear programme, including its main enrichment facility in Natanz.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Mint
19 minutes ago
- Mint
India's goods trade deficit narrows to $21.88 billion in May from year ago
New Delhi: India's merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $21.88 billion in May, data from the ministry of commerce and industry showed on Monday. Merchandise exports fell to $38.73 billion in May from $39.59 billion in the year-ago period. Goods imports declined to $60.61 billion last month from $61.68 billion a year ago. In April, the merchandise trade deficit rose to a five-month high of $26.42 billion on the back of higher imports, even as exports increased. After Trump's tariffs and the India-Pakistan conflict, traders now face the challenge of escalating tensions in West Asia after Israel attacked Iran on 13 June. The armed conflict between Iran and Israel has escalated concerns over the safety of cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, a critical maritime corridor for Indian exports. Over two-thirds of India's oil imports and almost half of its liquefied natural gas imports transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The Israel-Iran attacks have increased shipment costs by up to 50% and threaten to disrupt trade routes across West Asia. Exporters and trade bodies have already flagged shipping delays, rising freight charges, and limited insurance coverage, officials said. The latest conflict comes amid global trade tensions triggered after US President Donald Trump briefly imposed reciprocal tariffs on imports from key partners, including India, before pausing them to allow space for negotiations. The Trump administration has also levied a 10% universal tariff on all imports from every country. India and the US are working out a limited trade deal to ease market access and tariff barriers—a modest but crucial step as India's import bill continues to rise. In addition, the recent India-Pakistan conflict strained regional trade dynamics. Heightened tensions have halted formal exchanges, affecting border economies and informal trade channels. The instability also deters investor confidence in the region, compounding challenges for India's trade outlook amid already rising import bills and global tariff uncertainties. Services exports rose to $32.39 billion in May, from $29.61 billion in the same period of the previous year. Services imports stood at $17.14 billion, compared with $16.88 billion a year earlier. The combined value of merchandise and services exports touched $71.12 billion in May, up from $69.20 billion a year ago.
Indian Express
28 minutes ago
- Indian Express
Mutual trust in democracy, rule of law form foundation of India-Cyprus ties: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday said mutual trust in democracy and rule of law form strong foundation of India's ties with Cyprus. 'We respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Our ties are neither made by circumstances, nor limited,' added Modi, who is the first Indian premier to visit the Mediterranean island country in 23 years. Modi also thanked the Cyprus for its support to India's fight against cross-border terrorism. 'To give strategic direction to our ties, we will prepare solid roadmap for next 5 years,' he added. Modi reached Cyprus on Sunday and is set to travel to Kananaskis in Canada to participate in G7 Summit on Mondayand Tuesday. This would be the PM's sixth consecutive participation in the G7 Summit.
Time of India
29 minutes ago
- Time of India
India, Cyprus to develop roadmap to give strategic direction to the nations' partnership: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that India and Cyprus would develop a complete roadmap to give a strategic direction for the partnership between the two nation. "To further strengthen defence and security cooperation, emphasis will be laid on defence industry under the bilateral Defence Cooperation Programme. A separate dialogue will be initiated on cyber and maritime security," Modi said. Further, Modi thanked Cyprus for continued support in India's fight against cross-border terrorism , adding that a real time information exchange would be developed between the agencies of the two countries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fed Just Quietly Took Control of Your Money Priority Gold Read More Modi said that the two countries have similar views on the reforms needed to make the UN contemporary and thanked Cyprus for supporting India's permanent membership in the Security Council . In his talk with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, Modi talked about increasing connectivity with the Mediterranean region. "We agree that the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor will pave the way for peace and prosperity in the region," Modi said. Live Events The prime minister held delegation-level talks with Christodoulides to discuss a range of issues to boost the bilateral ties. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval were present during the talks. Earlier, Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome on his arrival at the Presidential Palace ahead of the talks. "This honour conferred upon me is not just mine but an honour for my country. This is a stamp of unbreakable friendship between Cyprus and India," PM Modi said. Modi is currently visiting Cyprus, the first leg of his three-nation tour. This is the first visit of an Indian prime minister to Cyprus in over two decades.
