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The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi on March 5 advised Indian nationals in the United Arab Emirates to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel as the widening war involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to disrupt regional airspace and civilian movement across the Gulf. In an official advisory issued from Abu Dhabi , the embassy urged Indians in the UAE to remain calm, follow safety guidelines issued by Emirati authorities and monitor official updates.  File Photo: IndiainUAE The advisory said that because of the exceptional circumstances created by the conflict, regular scheduled flight operations remain suspended or heavily restricted in parts of the region. However, the embassy said Indian and UAE airlines have begun limited non-scheduled flights to multiple destinations in India, coordinated with UAE authorities and subject to operational and safety approvals. Stranded Indian nationals have been asked to contact airlines directly to access these flights. The ...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to New Delhi with a gesture of personal diplomacy that underscored the strength of India-UAE ties. Marking the visiting leader’s third official trip to India since assuming office, the two-hour visit was characterised by high symbolism, strategic continuity, and growing cultural affinity. Image Source: PM NaMo Modi personally received the UAE President at the airport, a rare protocol reserved for a handful of India’s closest international partners.  Referring to Sheikh Mohamed as “my brother” on social media, the Prime Minister said the visit reflected the importance the UAE attaches to its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with India.  Images of the two leaders travelling together from the airport, exchanging greetings and sharing a private conversation, further underlined the close personal rapport between them. Following their arrival, Modi hosted Sheikh Mohamed and his...

An Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation, led by Shiv Sena MP Dr. Shrikant Shinde , visited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of India’s ongoing diplomatic outreach following Operation Sindoor , a recent counterterrorism initiative. The UAE is the first stop in a broader four-nation diplomatic mission launched to reinforce India's global message of zero tolerance towards cross-border terrorism. Image Source: MEA/FM on X The delegation began its visit by paying floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi. This symbolic gesture reflected India’s enduring commitment to the values of peace, non-violence, and tolerance—principles central to India’s foreign policy and legacy on the global stage. Key engagements included a meeting with Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan , UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. He expressed deep condolences over the Pahalgam terror attack ...

In a symbolic and strategic gesture, an Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Dr. Shrikant Shinde paid floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, honouring the enduring ideals of peace, tolerance, and non-violence. Image Source: MEA/FM on X View Full Image in New Tab The homage to Mahatma Gandhi marked a solemn reaffirmation of India’s commitment to Gandhian values, even as it intensifies a worldwide diplomatic effort to counter terrorism following Operation Sindoor , India’s recent counter-terror operation in Pahalgam. Earlier, the delegation held a key meeting with UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence , Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan . Described by official...

An Indian all-party parliamentary delegation , led by Shiv Sena MP Dr. Shrikant Shinde , met with UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan , in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday as part of India’s ongoing global diplomatic outreach following Operation Sindoor . Image Source: MEA/FM on X According to an official statement, the meeting was "fruitful" and saw both sides reaffirm their commitment to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The delegation includes BJP MPs Bansuri Swaraj, Atul Garg , Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra , IUML MP E.T. Mohammed Basheer , BJD MP Sasmit Patra , BJP leader and former Union minister S.S. Ahluwalia , and Ambassador Sujan Chinoy , who have been instrumental in building cross-party...