The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over a growing number of attacks on healthcare facilities and workers worldwide, reporting a sharp increase following the latest escalation in the Middle East conflict.
Air connectivity between India and Qatar is set to regain momentum as major Indian airlines prepare to resume full-scale operations at Doha’s Hamad International Airport from May 1.
The United States has signalled a tougher stance on Iran’s nuclear programme, with senior officials insisting that Tehran must be pushed to abandon its nuclear ambitions.
US forces boarded and searched a commercial vessel in the Arabian Sea amid ongoing efforts to enforce a blockade on Iranian ports.
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is stepping up its commitment to public health and urban well-being, with the number of designated “healthy cities” across member states reaching 53.
After nearly two months, flights have resumed at Imam Khomeini International Airport, marking a cautious but significant step toward normalcy following 57 days of closure due to wartime conditions.
GCC leaders condemned recent Iranian attacks on member states and Jordan, reaffirmed their right to self-defence, and urged urgent diplomatic de-escalation at the 19th consultative meeting on April 28, 2026.
The carriers, which together account for around 95 percent of India’s aviation market, told authorities that the sector is nearing a point where continuing normal operations could become unsustainable.
State minister says West Asia conflict-linked LPG scarcity pushed households towards induction cooking, worsening electricity shortages.
The political gridlock centres on disagreements over immigration policy reforms tied to DHS funding.
The arrival of the flight in China signifies the restoration of direct air connectivity between the two nations by the carrier.
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent weeks, with disruptions affecting global trade and energy supply chains.
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