Iran fires 'warning shots' as US Navy says its ships entered Gulf via HormuzIran's navy reportedly fired warning shots at US warships in the Strait of Hormuz after American destroyers entered the Gulf to assist comm...
04 May, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
BJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill requests MEA intervention to help stranded Sikh couples in TehranBJP Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill said on Thursday, requested the Ministry of External Affairs to assist several elderly Iranian Sikh coupl...
30 Apr, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
Over 11.6 lakh Indians return from West Asia amid conflict; 12 seafarers rescued from IraqThe Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday highlighted one of the largest voluntary repatriations and travel management exercises in...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Massive repatriation effort: Nearly 1 million Indians return from West Asia amid regional turmoilIndia has facilitated the return of about 9,84,000 citizens from West Asia since February 28 amid airspace disruptions. The MEA said missio...
16 Apr, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
UAE brings back nearly 500 stranded olden Visa holders as regional tensions disrupt flightsThe UAE has successfully facilitated the return of nearly 500 Golden Visa holders and residents stranded abroad due to regional travel disr...
16 Mar, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
Anand Mahindra’s Monday motivation is Dhiraj Jain, who opened his house to 200+ stranded Indians in Dubai, calls it true 'Atithi Devo Bhava'When flight disruptions stranded Indian families in Dubai, businessman Dhiraj Jain opened his Ajman farmhouse, offering shelter and a sense...
09 Mar, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
UAE waives visa overstay fines for travellers stranded by regional airspace closuresUAE authorities have waived visa overstay fines for visitors and residents impacted by regional airspace disruptions since February 28. Thi...
05 Mar, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
West Asia conflict: 80 students among 111 Pune residents back from DubaiA total of 184 residents from Pune district were stuck in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) city and efforts were being made to bring back the...
04 Mar, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Nearly 8,000 passengers stranded in Qatar; Indian airlines announce repatriation flights to rescue citizensThe situation remains fluid as major hubs like Hamad International (Doha) and Dubai International (DXB) operate under severe restrictions. ...
03 Mar, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
Stranded in Dubai, Iran, Qatar, or other Middle East war zones: Will your travel insurance company pay?Flight disruptions in the Middle East due to rising tensions are leaving travellers stranded. Travel insurance coverage for these events de...
02 Mar, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
UAE to cover hotel stays and meal expenses for tourists stranded in the country due to flight cancellationsThe United Arab Emirates will cover hotel and meal costs for tourists stranded by widespread flight cancellations. Major UAE airlines have ...
02 Mar, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Over 700 Madhya Pradesh travelers stranded in UAE as flights get cancelled amid ongoing conflictMore than 700 individuals from Madhya Pradesh, including two former MLAs, are currently stranded in the United Arab Emirates. Flight cancel...
01 Mar, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
Indian consulate in Dubai launches helpline numbers for Indians affected by severe rain in UAEIndian consulate in UAE sets up helplines due to severe rains, aiding stranded travelers. Recovery efforts underway after worst recorded ra...
19 Apr, 2024, 02.44 PM IST
Indian Embassy in Dubai facilitate Indian stranded passengers, connect with their families as rain lashes UAE"We are in touch with UAE authorities and the airlines to facilitate stranded passengers. - Regular updates from airlines are being conveye...
18 Apr, 2024, 05.11 PM IST
Indians advised against travelling to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait via UAE amidst growing coronavirus cases"Due to COVID-related restrictions on incoming passengers, currently it is not possible for Indian nationals to transit via Dubai and Abu D...
10 Feb, 2021, 09.22 AM IST
Indian expats in UAE warned against fake repatriation circularSeveral stranded Indians in the UAE have been warned of fake circulars on social media asking them to send their personal particulars to va...
15 Apr, 2020, 01.29 PM IST
UAE ready to fly stranded Indians if they test negative for coronavirus: EnvoyThe UAE has offered to fly stranded Indians and citizens of other countries, who wish to be repatriated, if they test negative for COVID-19...
12 Apr, 2020, 03.51 PM IST