An Indian-flagged crude oil tanker, Jag Laadki oil tanker, safely departed the Port of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates after a drone attack targeted the nearby oil terminal while the vessel was loading cargo. The tanker, carrying about 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude, left the port bound for India, with all crew members reported safe. The strike briefly disrupted operations at the major oil hub, though activities resumed soon after. Officials said Jag Laadki is the fourth Indian-flagged vessel to exit the conflict-affected region unharmed amid tensions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. (PC: Reuters)

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said diplomatic talks with Iran are yielding results in enabling Indian vessels to cross the crucial Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing regional conflict. Speaking to the Financial Times, Jaishankar said two India-flagged LPG carriers have already been allowed safe passage, though many more ships remain stranded near the Gulf. He emphasised that there is no blanket agreement with Tehran, with each vessel being cleared individually. The discussions followed recent conversations between Narendra Modi and Masoud Pezeshkian, as well as talks between Jaishankar and Abbas Araghchi. The strait remains a critical oil route, carrying nearly one-fifth of the world’s crude supply. (PC: X)

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have arrested 35 people, including 19 Indian nationals, for allegedly spreading misleading and fabricated social media content related to the ongoing West Asia conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. According to the official news agency WAM, those detained were accused of sharing manipulated videos, AI-generated clips, and misleading commentary that could incite panic and threaten national security. Investigations found the suspects operated in three groups, some circulating real footage with altered context, others posting fabricated AI visuals of missile strikes, and another promoting hostile narratives. Officials said the accused have been referred for expedited trial. Under UAE law, the offences could result in at least one year in prison and fines of AED 100,000. (PC: X)

An Indian-flagged oil tanker escaped damage during a drone attack at Fujairah port in the United Arab Emirates. The government said the vessel, Jag Laadki, was loading crude oil when the port’s oil terminal was targeted. “The vessel sailed safely from Fujairah at 1030 hrs IST carrying about 80,800 MT of Murban crude oil and is bound for India,” the statement said. All Indian seafarers onboard were safe. The attack briefly disrupted oil-loading operations at the port. Iran has warned it may target key energy facilities in the region. Two Indian LPG carriers also crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are heading to Indian ports. (PC: HT)

Two Indian LPG tankers have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz and are heading to ports in Gujarat. The ships, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, are carrying about 92,700 tonnes of LPG. Officials said the vessels crossed the strait between Friday night and Saturday morning. Shivalik is expected to reach Mundra port on Monday. Nanda Devi is likely to arrive at Kandla on Tuesday. The government said 22 Indian vessels remain stuck in the Persian Gulf. Many of them are carrying energy cargo. Sources said the Indian Navy has deployed warships in the region. They may escort merchant ships if needed to ensure safe passage. (PC: The Indian Express)

More than 70 Indian students stranded in Iran are expected to reach New Delhi on Sunday morning, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association said. Most of the students are from Jammu and Kashmir and study at universities in Iran. They are travelling on Flydubai flight FZ8124 from Armenia through Dubai. The students first travelled by bus from different cities in Iran to Yerevan’s Zvartnots International Airport. The Indian Embassy in Tehran helped move them to safer locations earlier. Officials coordinated with the Ministry of External Affairs and other authorities to arrange transit permits and flights. The evacuation follows rising tensions and security concerns due to the ongoing war. (PC: Reuters)

The Indian Embassy in Doha has issued an advisory for Indians travelling from Qatar to India through the Saudi Arabia border. The embassy asked travellers to carry a valid passport and an approved Saudi transit visa. It also advised people to keep a confirmed flight ticket from Riyadh or Dammam to India. Travellers were told to complete immigration procedures at the Abu Samra border. The embassy recommended using authorised travel agencies and vehicles with proper permits and insurance. The advisory comes amid rising tensions in the Gulf due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Qatar earlier said it intercepted two missiles near Doha. (PC: Reuters)

India has strongly criticised Pakistan for carrying out air strikes inside Afghanistan. The Ministry of External Affairs said the attacks caused civilian deaths and damage to infrastructure. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “India condemns the air strikes by Pakistan in Afghanistan's territory, leading to the death of several civilians.” He also called the strikes “another act of aggression” by Pakistan. Afghan officials said the bombardment hit areas in Kabul and border provinces, killing four people and injuring 15 others. Pakistani sources said the strikes targeted Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, but Pakistan’s military has not released an official statement yet. (PC: AP)

Iran’s Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, said India did everything possible after the Iranian warship IRIS Dena was sunk by a US submarine near Sri Lanka. The frigate was returning from a naval exercise in Visakhapatnam when it was torpedoed on March 4, killing more than 100 crew members. Speaking at the India Today Conclave 2026, Fathali said the Indian government accepted Iran’s requests and offered support. He also claimed some other countries refused to cooperate but did not name them. India also allowed another Iranian warship, IRIS Lavan, to dock in Kochi. Some crew members of the ship have already been repatriated.

Two Indian LPG carriers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. The ships are carrying about 92,700 metric tons of LPG and are expected to reach Mundra and Kandla ports on March 16 and 17. Officials said 24 Indian-flagged vessels were earlier in the Persian Gulf, and 22 remain there with 611 Indian seafarers onboard. The government confirmed that all Indian crew members in the region are safe. Authorities also urged people not to panic-buy petrol, diesel, or LPG. The petroleum ministry said fuel supplies across India remain stable and sufficient. (PC: Reuters)