Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:55pm on 16 Jan 2026,Friday India Global
India stated Friday that approximately 9,000 Indian nationals in Iran mostly students, businesspeople, professionals, pilgrims, and seafarers can return via continuing commercial flights. The government is exploring evacuation options once commercial flights cease or domestic travel becomes difficult. The MEA confirmed India holds a conditional US sanctions waiver for Iran's Chabahar port project valid until April 26, 2026, and remains engaged with Washington on arrangements. Amid street protests threatening Iran's regime, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized India's commitment to citizen welfare while maintaining "long-standing relations with Iran." The Indian embassy in Tehran stays connected with the community. Chabahar port provides India strategic access to Afghanistan and Central Asia. (PC: AP)
