Air India, IndiGo issue alerts as Iran airspace closure disrupts flight operations

IANS | June 14, 2025 1:37 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India and IndiGo, two of India's leading airlines, have issued public advisories to alert passengers about flight delays and reroutes due to the closure of Iranian airspace. Air India on Saturday said that it has rerouted several flights due to airspace closures. The airline announced that some of its flights are now operating on longer, alternative routes to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.

India abstains on UNGA resolution criticising Israel

Arul Louis | June 13, 2025 10:21 PM

United Nations, June 13 (IANS) India has abstained again on a General Assembly resolution critical of Israel, saying that the efforts should be focused on bringing the two sides in the Gaza conflict closer to find a solution based on dialogue and diplomacy.

Yunus holds 'private meeting' with BNP leader Tarique Rahman in London

IANS | June 13, 2025 7:27 PM

London, June 13 (IANS) As Bangladesh continues to grapple with political conflict and instability, the interim government's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus on Friday held a meeting with Tarique Rahman, the Acting Chairman of Khaleda Zia-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), at a London hotel.