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Canada Standard
a day ago
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- Canada Standard
Air India diverts multiple flights amid Iran airspace closure, advises passengers to check flight status
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Air India on Friday announced that several of its international flights were either diverted or sent back to their origin due to the emerging situation in Iran and the closure of its airspace. In a post on social media platform X, the airline stated, 'Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace and in view of the safety of our passengers, the following Air India flights are either being diverted or returning to their origin: AI130 from London Heathrow to Mumbai has been diverted to Vienna AI102 from New York to Delhi diverted to Sharjah AI116 from New York to Mumbai diverted to Jeddah AI2018 from London Heathrow to Delhi diverted to Mumbai AI129 from Mumbai to London Heathrow, returning to Mumbai AI119 from Mumbai to New York, returning to Mumbai AI103 from Delhi to Washington, returning to Delhi AI106 from Newark to Delhi diverting to Vienna AI188 from Vancouver to Delhi diverting to Jeddah AI101 from Delhi to New York, diverting to Frankfurt/Milan AI126 from Chicago to Delhi diverting to Jeddah AI132 from London Heathrow to Bengaluru diverted to Sharjah AI2016 from London Heathrow to Delhi diverted to Vienna AI104 from Washington to Delhi diverted to Vienna AI190 from Toronto to Delhi diverted to Frankfurt AI189 from Delhi to Toronto, returning to Delhi.' Air India expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to its passengers and assured that every effort was being made to minimise the disruption. 'We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption and are making every effort to minimise it, including providing accommodation for passengers. Refunds on cancellation or complimentary rescheduling are also being offered to guests who opt for it. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly passengers to their destinations.' The airline also advised passengers to check their flight status before travelling, as tensions escalated sharply following Israel's preemptive strike on Iran. According to The Times of Israel, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strike and declared a nationwide emergency in light of the unfolding developments. Katz warned that 'a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future' and said he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' He urged people to 'obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' as reported by The Times of Israel. As sirens wailed across Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet while the IDF confirmed launching an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program. The Israeli Air Force struck dozens of targets across Iran linked to the nuclear programme and other military facilities in an operation dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF emphasised the urgency of the strike, stating that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, making it necessary to act against this 'imminent threat.' The recent sirens that sounded across Israel served as a preemptive warning issued by the IDF ahead of a possible reaction from Iran. (ANI)
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indian embassy issues advisory urging nationals to stay alert, avoid unnecessary movement amid Israel-Iran tensions
Tehran [Iran], June 13 (ANI): The Embassy of India in Iran on Friday issued an advisory for Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin residing in the country amid the current situation. In a post on social media platform X, the Embassy stated, 'In view of the current situation in Iran, all Indian nationals & persons of Indian origin in Iran are requested to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the Embassy's Social Media accounts & observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities,' reads the advisory. The advisory comes as Israel launched a preemptive strike against Iran, according to Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz, as reported by The Times of Israel. Katz declared an emergency situation across the country due to Israel's action in Iran. 'Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,' The Times of Israel quoted Katz as saying. Katz said that he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' 'You must obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' Katz added, as per The Times of Israel. Sirens wailed across Israel as the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet, as Israel began the airstrikes. As per the Times of Israel, the IDF Home Front Command clarified that the sirens that wailed across Israel a few minutes ago were intended to convey to Israelis that the country is entering 'a new situation,' the Home Front Command's Tzvika Tessler clarified. There has been no attack launched at Israel at this time, he says. Tessler said that, in the coming few hours, Israel could experience 'a significant attack from the east.' These could be 'heavy missiles' that could reach anywhere in the country. 'We will give far-reaching warnings,' he said. The IDF confirmed that it launched an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program, as per the Times of Israel. Dozens of targets across Iran related to the nuclear programme and other military facilities are being struck by the Israeli Air Force, it says. The operation is dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF said that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, and it needs to act against this 'imminent threat.' Sirens that sounded across Israel a short while ago were a preemptive warning issued by the IDF, ahead of a possible reaction by Iran. (ANI)
India Gazette
a day ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Air India diverts multiple flights amid Iran airspace closure, advises passengers to check flight status
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): Air India on Friday announced that several of its international flights were either diverted or sent back to their origin due to the emerging situation in Iran and the closure of its airspace. In a post on social media platform X, the airline stated, 'Due to the emerging situation in Iran, the subsequent closure of its airspace and in view of the safety of our passengers, the following Air India flights are either being diverted or returning to their origin: AI130 from London Heathrow to Mumbai has been diverted to Vienna AI102 from New York to Delhi diverted to Sharjah AI116 from New York to Mumbai diverted to Jeddah AI2018 from London Heathrow to Delhi diverted to Mumbai AI129 from Mumbai to London Heathrow, returning to Mumbai AI119 from Mumbai to New York, returning to Mumbai AI103 from Delhi to Washington, returning to Delhi AI106 from Newark to Delhi diverting to Vienna AI188 from Vancouver to Delhi diverting to Jeddah AI101 from Delhi to New York, diverting to Frankfurt/Milan AI126 from Chicago to Delhi diverting to Jeddah AI132 from London Heathrow to Bengaluru diverted to Sharjah AI2016 from London Heathrow to Delhi diverted to Vienna AI104 from Washington to Delhi diverted to Vienna AI190 from Toronto to Delhi diverted to Frankfurt AI189 from Delhi to Toronto, returning to Delhi.' Air India expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to its passengers and assured that every effort was being made to minimise the disruption. 'We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption and are making every effort to minimise it, including providing accommodation for passengers. Refunds on cancellation or complimentary rescheduling are also being offered to guests who opt for it. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly passengers to their destinations.' The airline also advised passengers to check their flight status before travelling, as tensions escalated sharply following Israel's preemptive strike on Iran. According to The Times of Israel, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strike and declared a nationwide emergency in light of the unfolding developments. Katz warned that 'a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future' and said he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' He urged people to 'obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' as reported by The Times of Israel. As sirens wailed across Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet while the IDF confirmed launching an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program. The Israeli Air Force struck dozens of targets across Iran linked to the nuclear programme and other military facilities in an operation dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF emphasised the urgency of the strike, stating that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, making it necessary to act against this 'imminent threat.' The recent sirens that sounded across Israel served as a preemptive warning issued by the IDF ahead of a possible reaction from Iran. (ANI)
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indian Embassy in Israel issues safety advisory amid regional tensions, urges vigilance and caution
Tel Aviv [Israel], June 13 (ANI): The Embassy of India in Israel on Friday issued an advisory for Indian nationals amid heightened regional tensions. In a post on social media platform X, the official handle @indemtel stated, 'In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters.' The advisory was issued as tensions escalated sharply following Israel's preemptive strike on Iran. According to The Times of Israel, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strike and declared a nationwide emergency in light of the unfolding developments. 'Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,' The Times of Israel quoted Katz as saying. Katz said he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' 'You must obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' Katz added, as per The Times of Israel. Sirens wailed across Israel as the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet, as Israel began the airstrikes. As per the Times of Israel, the IDF Home Front Command clarified that the sirens that wailed across Israel were intended to convey to Israelis that the country is entering 'a new situation,' the Home Front Command's Tzvika Tessler clarified. There has been no attack launched at Israel at this time, he says. Tessler said that, in the coming few hours, Israel could experience 'a significant attack from the east.' These could be 'heavy missiles' that could reach anywhere in the country. 'We will give far-reaching warnings,' he said. The IDF confirmed that it launched an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program, as per the Times of Israel. Dozens of targets across Iran related to the nuclear programme and other military facilities are being struck by the Israeli Air Force, it says. The operation is dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF said that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, and it needs to act against this 'imminent threat.' Sirens that sounded across Israel a short while ago were a preemptive warning issued by the IDF, ahead of a possible reaction by Iran. (ANI)
India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
India urges Iran and Israel to avoid escalation, emphasises dialogue and diplomacy
New Delhi [India], June 13 (ANI): India on Friday expressed deep concern over the recent developments between Iran and Israel and called for restraint from both sides, according to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). 'We are deeply concerned at the recent developments between Iran and Israel,' the MEA said. The ministry added, 'We are closely monitoring the evolving situation, including reports related to attacks on nuclear sites.' India urged both countries to avoid escalation and instead use established diplomatic channels. 'India urges both sides to avoid any escalatory steps. Existing channels of dialogue and diplomacy should be utilised to work towards a de-escalation of the situation and resolving underlying issues. India enjoys close and friendly relations with both the countries and stands ready to extend all possible support,' the statement noted. 'Our Missions in both countries are in contact with the Indian community. All Indian nationals in the region are advised to exercise caution, stay safe and follow local security advisories,' the MEA added. The statement comes as Israel launched a preemptive strike against Iran on Friday, according to Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz, The Times of Israel reported. Katz declared an emergency situation across the country due to Israel's action in Iran. 'Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,' The Times of Israel quoted Katz as saying. Katz said that he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' 'You must obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' Katz added, as per The Times of Israel. Sirens wailed across Israel as the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet, as Israel began the airstrikes. As per the Times of Israel, the IDF Home Front Command clarified that the sirens that wailed across Israel were intended to convey to Israelis that the country is entering 'a new situation,' the Home Front Command's Tzvika Tessler clarified. There has been no attack launched at Israel at this time, he said. Tessler said that, in the coming few hours, Israel could experience 'a significant attack from the east.' These could be 'heavy missiles' that could reach anywhere in the country. 'We will give far-reaching warnings,' he said. The IDF confirmed that it launched an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program, as per the Times of Israel. Dozens of targets across Iran related to the nuclear programme and other military facilities are being struck by the Israeli Air Force, it said. The operation is dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF said that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, and it needs to act against this 'imminent threat.' Sirens that sounded across Israel a short while ago were a preemptive warning issued by the IDF, ahead of a possible reaction by Iran. (ANI)
