Evening news brief: India condoles Khamenei’s death; Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination and more

India extended condolences on Iran's Supreme Leader's passing while PM Modi engaged Gulf leaders amid rising regional tensions. Bihar CM Nitish Kumar filed for Rajya Sabha, signaling a leadership shift. Indian markets surged as global sentiment improved.

India condoles death of Iran’s supreme leader Khamenei, foreign secretary meets Tehran envoy

India has formally expressed condolences for the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, with the Foreign Secretary visiting the Iranian Embassy. Amidst escalating regional tensions, Prime Minister Modi has engaged in extensive diplomatic outreach, speaking with leaders of several Gulf nations and Israel. These discussions focused on regional security and the welfare of the large Indian diaspora.

Congress backs Sharad Pawar for Rajya Sabha, MVA closes ranks in Maharashtra

Evening news wrap: Khamenei's funeral postponed, BLA executes 7 Pakistan soldiers & more

Senior Journalist and Padma Bhushan awardee HK Dua passes away at 88

'No better feeling': Air India flies 149 stranded passengers to Delhi from Dubai amid escalating West Asia tensions

Air India successfully repatriated 149 passengers and 8 crew members from Dubai to Delhi, marking the first international arrival by an Indian carrier. This operation comes as Dubai's airports begin partial resumption of limited flight operations after days of disruption due to escalating regional tensions and airspace restrictions.

US-Israel strikes in Iran: Indian national killed in attack on oil tanker off Oman coast

An Indian national has died after an oil tanker, the MKD VYOM, was attacked by an unmanned boat off the coast of Oman. The strike caused a fire and explosion in the vessel's engine room. This incident occurs amid heightened tensions and ongoing retaliation campaigns in the Gulf region.