India has enough oil to last 74 days if the Iran war disrupts supplies, officials said. Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz after US-Israel strikes killed its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The strait handles a fifth of global oil trade. India’s oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri said reserves are stored in caverns and refineries across the country. Strategic reserves alone can last about 9.5 days. Oil companies hold stocks for around 67 days. Experts warned that higher global prices could raise India’s import bill. Economist Kirit Parekh suggested buying more oil from Russia if needed.

At least 148 people were killed after a reported missile strike hit a girls’ school in Minab, southern Iran, officials said. Iran blamed the US and Israel for the attack. The school is near an IRGC base that was targeted before. The US Central Command said it is looking into the reports. Israel said it is not aware of any operation in the area. Iran’s Red Crescent said over 200 people have died in recent strikes. Rescue teams were sent to the site. The BBC verified videos of the damage but could not confirm the death toll independently. (PC: Reuters)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting tonight after US-Israel strikes on Iran raised tensions in the Middle East. He will reach Delhi around 9:30 pm after a two-day visit to Tamil Nadu. The meeting will review the situation in Iran and the safety of Indians in the region. India has advised citizens to avoid non-essential travel and stay alert. Missions in Iran, Israel, the UAE and nearby countries are in touch with nationals. About 10,000 Indians live in Iran, and nearly 9.6 million live across West Asia. (PC: PMO via PTI)

Iran has struck an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, with 15 Indian nationals among those on board. The Palau-flagged vessel Skylight was targeted five nautical miles north of Khasab Port in Oman’s Musandam region.   Oman’s Maritime Security Centre said all 20 crew members, including 15 Indians and five Iranians, were evacuated. “The oil tanker was targeted… and all crew members… have been evacuated,” the centre said. Four crew members were injured and taken for treatment. The attack followed earlier drone strikes near Oman’s Duqm port. (PC: BBC)

Air India has cancelled several international flights as conflict between Iran and the US disrupted air routes across the Middle East. Many countries shut their airspace after Iran targeted US facilities in Gulf nations.   The airline said, “Close monitoring and careful assessment of the evolving situation… have necessitated further curtailment of our scheduled operations.” It added that passenger and crew safety remains its top priority.   Flights to London, Birmingham, Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan, Vienna, Copenhagen and Frankfurt were among those cancelled. Services from Kerala to Gulf cities were also affected. Operations at Dubai International Airport remain suspended after reported drone damage. (PC: X)

Indian badminton star P. V. Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, was left stranded at Dubai International Airport as flight operations were suspended due to escalating tensions after US-Israel strikes on Iran. Sindhu, en route to the prestigious All England Open in Birmingham, shared on social media that all flights were halted “until further notice” and described the situation as chaotic and frightening. She later reassured fans that she and her team are safe but stuck as thousands of travellers await updates amid the regional airspace shutdown and travel uncertainties. (PC: X)

India issued an advisory for passengers stranded at airports in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The move came after airspace closures due to rising tensions in the Middle East. The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi said it is in touch with UAE authorities and airlines. It assured support for Indian travellers. Many flights were suspended after Iranian strikes in the region. Several passengers were left stranded at major transit hubs. One Indian traveller said alarms sounded at the airport amid reports of missile attacks. Authorities said the situation is precautionary. The embassy urged citizens to stay calm and follow official updates. (PC: AFP)

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India to repair ties and boost trade. Relations had worsened after Canada accused India of involvement in a Sikh leader’s killing in 2023. India denied the charge. Now, both sides want to move forward. Carney aims to reduce Canada’s trade dependence on the United States. Talks will focus on energy, technology and defence. A possible uranium supply deal is also expected. For Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the visit strengthens India’s global position. With US tariffs affecting both nations, Canada and India see new economic opportunities in rebuilding their partnership. (PC: AFP Via Getty Images)

The United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran on Saturday. Loud explosions were heard in Tehran. Israel called it a preemptive attack. US President Donald Trump confirmed major combat operations. Iran fired missiles at US bases and Israel in response. Tehran told the United Nations it will keep striking until the attacks stop. At least 15 people were killed in a strike in southern Iran. Air India cancelled several international flights. The US urged commercial ships to avoid the Gulf. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to Israeli and Iranian leaders and called for dialogue and de-escalation.

India on Saturday urged all sides to step back after US-Israel strikes on Iran increased tensions in West Asia. The Ministry of External Affairs said, “India is deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region.” It added, “We urge all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of civilians.”   India said dialogue and diplomacy are the only way to reduce tensions. It also stressed that sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states must be respected under international law and the UN Charter.   Indian missions in Gulf countries issued advisories asking citizens to remain alert and follow local safety guidance. (PC: India Today)