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India's evacuation efforts, Operation Sindhu, are in full swing amid tensions between Israel and Iran. The eighth flight under this operation has landed in Delhi with approximately 285 Indian nationals from Iran. A total of 1,713 Indians have been safely brought back from Iran. Additionally, 162 Indians crossed over safely into Jordan from Israel, with more expected to follow. The Indian Embassy is operating a 24/7 control room, with the situation being monitored by the Prime Minister's Office and External Affairs Minister.
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