Indians among injured in Iranian strikes: UAE, Pg11

Key Highlights:

• Several Indians were injured in missile and drone attacks by Iran in West Asia.
• UAE reported 58 injuries, including Indians, due to drone attacks; Iran launched 541 drones at Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
• An oil tanker, Skylight, with 15 Indian crew members, was attacked off the coast of Oman.
• MEA urged foreign nationals stranded in India due to the conflict to contact FRRO for visa extensions.
• 84 students and 4 faculty members of Indira University were stuck in Dubai due to airspace closure.
• Two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu was stranded at Dubai Airport and reported an explosion nearby.
• Three Keralites were among eight Indians stranded in Karachi after their flight was diverted.

Detailed Insights:

• The conflict between the U.S.-Israel alliance and Iran has disrupted air travel, leaving many passengers stranded.
• The UAE claimed to have destroyed 506 out of 541 drones launched by Iran, along with 152 out of 165 ballistic missiles.
• The oil tanker Skylight, sailing under the flag of the Republic of Palau, was attacked near Oman, injuring four crew members.
• The MEA is working to ensure the safe return of Indian citizens stranded in affected regions, including students in Dubai.
• Flight cancellations have impacted various airlines, with IndiGo cancelling the highest number of flights to and from Hyderabad.
• The Indian missions in West Asia have heightened activities to address the concerns of citizens in the region.
• Passengers arriving from West Asia reported a growing sense of unease during their journeys due to the ongoing tensions.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO): An authority in India responsible for the registration, visa extension, and regulation of stay for foreigners.
• Ministry of External Affairs (MEA): The government agency responsible for the conduct of India's foreign relations.
• Ballistic Missiles: Missiles that follow a ballistic trajectory to deliver one or more warheads to a predetermined target.