Impact of Iran-US war on India: Around 350 flights operated by Indian domestic carriers were canceled on Sunday amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Impact of Iran-America ‘war’ on India: Protests took place in several parts of India as people gathered to condemn and mourn the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and security was tightened in Delhi. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy is in touch with civilians in and around the conflict zone. Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Ayatollah Khamenei, General Mohammad Pakpour and Ali Shamkhani, a senior adviser to the supreme leader, were all killed in recent US-Israeli strikes.
Shia mourners across India took to the streets to protest and mourn Khamenei. All India Shia Council protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
Protests across India
On Sunday, groups of people were seen protesting outside the Iran Cultural House in Delhi, with some demonstrations also seen in parts of Jor Bagh. Delhi Police has also installed barricades in some parts near the protest sites to ensure unhindered movement, with local police teams maintaining vigil along with paramilitary personnel.
A mass condolence meeting and protest was held by the Shia community in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on Sunday to condemn the death of the Iranian supreme leader. Imam Bunkar Hussein said Khamenei’s “martyrdom” and contribution to Islam will always be remembered.
Shia organizations in Telangana also organized a protest rally in Hyderabad on Sunday, in which protesters raised slogans against Israel and America.
Earlier, security was also beefed up outside the US Consulate in Hyderabad following protests against Khamenei’s death. “We have beefed up security by deploying additional forces,” news agency PTI quoted a police officer as saying.
Indians stranded in Israel, Dubai
Indian embassies across the world are in touch with citizens stranded in the Gulf and Middle East region. The Mission in Kuwait spoke to members of the Indian community and briefed them about recent developments in the region.
The Indian Embassy in Austria has advised citizens to keep an eye on flight status amid the ongoing Iran-US conflict. Meanwhile, the Indian Mission in Lebanon has advised countries to avoid unnecessary travel.
Around 90 MBA students from Pune were reportedly stuck in Dubai due to the airspace closure, with their institute saying they were safe and shifted to a hotel in Bur Dubai.
Meanwhile, officials said 23 people, including 12 senior citizens from Maharashtra’s Thane district, are stranded in Dubai amid the ongoing tension. One person said he contacted the Foreign Ministry and asked for immediate assistance for the group’s safe return home.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also spoke to Kannada people stranded in Dubai through a video call on Sunday and assured them of their safe return to India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also chaired the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security at his official residence. The meeting of the panel, which is India’s highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters, was attended by members including Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri were also present in the meeting.
The meeting reportedly discussed the safety of Indian nationals living in West Asia and those stranded in the region and how to deal with the situation if it worsens, PTI quoted sources as saying.
Iran-America ‘war’ key points
– As US-Israeli strikes killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian state television announced 40 days of national mourning.
– Protests broke out across Iran with demonstrators chanting ‘Down with America’ and ‘Down with Israel’.
– A temporary leadership council will take over the duties of the Iranian supreme leader.
– Tensions rose across the Middle East, with explosions and attacks reported from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf regions.
– Amidst the increasing tension, many countries including Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria, Kuwait and UAE closed their airspace as a precaution.
– Israel has launched a new wave of air strikes against Iranian regime targets in Tehran, the Israeli Defense Forces said on Monday.
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Shia mourners across India took to the streets to protest and mourn Khamenei. All India Shia Council protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
Protests across India
On Sunday, groups of people were seen protesting outside the Iran Cultural House in Delhi, with some demonstrations also seen in parts of Jor Bagh. Delhi Police has also installed barricades in some parts near the protest sites to ensure unhindered movement, with local police teams maintaining vigil along with paramilitary personnel.
A mass condolence meeting and protest was held by the Shia community in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on Sunday to condemn the death of the Iranian supreme leader. Imam Bunkar Hussein said Khamenei’s “martyrdom” and contribution to Islam will always be remembered.
Shia organizations in Telangana also organized a protest rally in Hyderabad on Sunday, in which protesters raised slogans against Israel and America.
Earlier, security was also beefed up outside the US Consulate in Hyderabad following protests against Khamenei’s death. “We have beefed up security by deploying additional forces,” news agency PTI quoted a police officer as saying.
Indians stranded in Israel, Dubai
Indian embassies across the world are in touch with citizens stranded in the Gulf and Middle East region. The Mission in Kuwait spoke to members of the Indian community and briefed them about recent developments in the region.
The Indian Embassy in Austria has advised citizens to keep an eye on flight status amid the ongoing Iran-US conflict. Meanwhile, the Indian Mission in Lebanon has advised countries to avoid unnecessary travel.
Around 90 MBA students from Pune were reportedly stuck in Dubai due to the airspace closure, with their institute saying they were safe and shifted to a hotel in Bur Dubai.
Meanwhile, officials said 23 people, including 12 senior citizens from Maharashtra’s Thane district, are stranded in Dubai amid the ongoing tension. One person said he contacted the Foreign Ministry and asked for immediate assistance for the group’s safe return home.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also spoke to Kannada people stranded in Dubai through a video call on Sunday and assured them of their safe return to India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also chaired the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security at his official residence. The meeting of the panel, which is India’s highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters, was attended by members including Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri were also present in the meeting.
The meeting reportedly discussed the safety of Indian nationals living in West Asia and those stranded in the region and how to deal with the situation if it worsens, PTI quoted sources as saying.
Iran-America ‘war’ key points
– As US-Israeli strikes killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian state television announced 40 days of national mourning.
– Protests broke out across Iran with demonstrators chanting ‘Down with America’ and ‘Down with Israel’.
– A temporary leadership council will take over the duties of the Iranian supreme leader.
– Tensions rose across the Middle East, with explosions and attacks reported from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf regions.
– Amidst the increasing tension, many countries including Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria, Kuwait and UAE closed their airspace as a precaution.
– Israel has launched a new wave of air strikes against Iranian regime targets in Tehran, the Israeli Defense Forces said on Monday.
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March 02, 2026 7:09:55 am First
Impact of Iran-US war on India LIVE: Shia community protested in Bhopal
The Shia community in Bhopal on Sunday held a mass condolence meeting and protest and took out a candle march in Betul to condemn the death of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
On Sunday, a condolence meeting was organized at Aale Mohammad Shia Jama Masjid in Quran area of ​​Bhopal. Imam Bunkar Hussein addressed the gathering and said that Khamenei’s “martyrdom” and contribution to Islam will always be remembered.
After the meeting, more than 100 members of the community took out a protest march raising slogans against Israel and America.
Meanwhile, the candle march in Betul started from Masjid-e-Mehdi and passed through Main Chowk and Lalli Chowk and ended at Jai Stambh Chowk.
March 02, 2026 7:00:39 am First
Impact of Iran-US war on India LIVE: Security beefed up in many parts of Delhi after protests
Following protests and meetings in parts of Delhi to condemn and mourn the death of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, security was beefed up in the national capital, police said on Sunday.
People from the Shia community in many parts of India expressed anger and sorrow over Khamenei’s death.
Additional police personnel were deployed to sensitive areas, particularly around diplomatic missions and areas with significant Shia populations.
March 02, 2026 6:53:51 am First
Impact of Iran-US war on India LIVE: Airlines rerouting services to operate flights to US, Europe
Even as 350 flights operated by Indian domestic carriers were canceled on Sunday amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, airlines are attempting to preserve vital westbound connectivity by dynamically re-routing services rather than completely suspending long-haul operations.
Air India, the only Indian carrier operating to the US, said all its flights to North America will operate as per schedule starting Monday.
“All other flights to North America and Europe will operate as scheduled using alternative routes at available airfields in the Middle East, which is expected to increase flight times,” an airline spokesperson said.
