Air India Adds 78 Extra Flights Amid Middle East Conflict
Air India announces 78 additional international flights on nine routes from March 10-18 to provide travel alternatives during Middle East disruptions affecting millions of Indians.
Air India announces 78 additional international flights on nine routes from March 10-18 to provide travel alternatives during Middle East disruptions affecting millions of Indians.
India is securing crude oil from the US, Russia, and West Africa to ensure fuel supply stability as Middle East conflicts disrupt key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
India is securing alternative crude oil supplies as the Iran conflict continues. Refineries have deferred maintenance and increased processing rates to build strategic buffers, ensuring fuel stability.
Central Railway's Mumbai division will conduct a megablock on suburban sections for engineering works, affecting Main and Harbour lines with schedule changes and diversions.
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RecommendedA daytime rail block on Mumbai's Western Railway suburban section brings relief to commuters, with maintenance work shifting from early morning hours to improve travel convenience.
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reassures that India's crude oil imports continue smoothly via alternative routes, ensuring energy security for citizens despite regional geopolitical challenges.
India currently has sufficient fertilizer stocks, but officials warn of potential disruptions if the West Asia conflict persists, affecting key raw material imports via sea routes.
Bangladesh is considering sourcing liquefied natural gas from US firms to address fuel shortages and rising energy demands, as highlighted by industry leaders.
The Indian government plans to deploy 1,000 young professionals nationwide to engage with businesses and exporters, aiming to increase utilization of Free Trade Agreement benefits and diversify export markets.
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RecommendedIndia is diversifying its fuel imports by exploring new suppliers beyond traditional Gulf countries, aiming to enhance energy security and reduce dependency amid global market fluctuations.
Betel leaf farmers in Odisha's coastal districts face a crisis as exports to West Asia are suspended due to the US-Iran war, causing local prices to plummet and disrupting livelihoods.
A senior Indian official reveals the US is finalizing its tariff strategy, with trade deals including India expected within three to four months. India has secured favorable terms for farmers while protecting domestic industries.
Government sources assert India never halted crude imports from Russia, emphasizing energy decisions based on affordability and availability, despite US trade deal pressures.
China Eastern Airlines plans to restart daily flights between Kolkata and Kunming from April 2026, boosting business and tourism ties after pandemic and diplomatic delays.
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RecommendedEtihad Airways announces gradual resumption of commercial flights from Abu Dhabi to key international destinations following regional airspace closures, with safety assessments and flexible passenger options.
India's ports ministry has issued an immediate SOP for major ports to ensure smooth cargo movement to West Asia amid escalating tensions. The measures include priority clearance, additional storage, and 24/7 nodal officers.
Indian airlines IndiGo and Air India report higher percentages of women pilots than the global average, highlighting progress in gender diversity in aviation.
At Raisina Dialogue 2026, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal defended the India-US trade agreement, asserting India secured the best deal among competitors, emphasizing strategic gains and economic benefits.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India secured the top trade agreement with the US, highlighting strategic ties, technology cooperation, and economic benefits at Raisina Dialogue 2026.
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RecommendedCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India secured the most favorable trade agreement with the United States compared to other nations, highlighting the robust economic and strategic partnership between the two democracies.
Qatar will begin supplying crude oil to India once the necessary route is operational, according to government sources, enhancing India's energy security and diversifying its oil imports.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India has secured the most favorable trade agreement with the United States compared to other nations, highlighting strategic diplomacy and economic gains.
Uttar Pradesh is undergoing a major aviation transformation, building 21 airports including five international hubs to enhance regional connectivity, tourism, and industrial growth across India's most populous state.
India continues to import Russian oil at high volumes despite recent policy discussions, with experts noting the waver has no practical meaning as purchases were already ongoing.
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RecommendedIndia is enhancing energy security by diversifying crude oil and gas imports, with offers from Australia and Canada, amid Middle East tensions. Officials confirm stable supplies despite Strait of Hormuz disruptions.
Sanjeev Sanyal highlights India's economic vulnerability as 95% of its trade depends on foreign ships, urging strategic reforms to boost domestic shipping capacity and reduce reliance.
IndiGo announces flights to five West Asian airports on March 7, 2026, to aid travelers amid the US-Israel-Iran conflict, with free cancellations until March 31.
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict has severely disrupted banana exports from Barwani district to Middle Eastern markets, causing prices to plummet and leaving farmers in distress as shipments remain stranded.
Prasoon Mukherjee of the Singapore India Business Forum met Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini to discuss industrial investment, trade cooperation, and a proposed business centre in Gurugram.
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RecommendedCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal commits to using all policy tools to aid exporters facing disruptions from West Asia conflicts, including higher freight and shipping issues.