After the killing of several places such as King Khalid International Airport of Saudi Arabia, Air India flight AI2243 from Delhi to Riyadh was diverted back to Delhi via Arabian Sea due to security reasons. Air India flight AI2243 took off from Delhi and was flying southward over Gujarat via Arabian Sea. Pilots decided to turn the plane and now it is returning to Delhi.
According to security situation, Air India, IndiGo, and Air India Express have suspended all their flights to Riyadh till October 10. Airline has assured that affected passengers would get full refund of the fare.
Taking into consideration the security situation in Saudi Arabia, Indian embassy in Riyadh has issued advisory to its citizens. The Embassy wrote, "In light of the current situation, all Indian citizens in Saudi Arabia are advised to remain alert and cautious, stay indoors as needed, and follow the instructions issued by local authorities through official channels. Indian citizens are also advised not to spread or repost any videos or news related to the ongoing events."
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh, the Consulate in Jeddah, and its outsourced services through VFS are operating normally and will issue updates and advisories as needed.
The Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendra (PBSK) 24x7 helpline is available on the toll-free number 8002471234. The Indian community can follow the Embassy's official social media handles for updates.
A series of explosions rocked Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, including a major one at the city's King Khalid International Airport. According to flight-tracking services, King Khalid International Airport has been closed again following the blast.
According to a BBC report, one person was killed and at least eight others were injured in the attack at King Khalid International Airport. The Houthis have claimed responsibility for the attack.
India on Thursday condemned the attacks on Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, calling the targeting of civilian infrastructure completely unacceptable.
India's Ministry of External Affairs stated, "Targeting civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. We express our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost loved ones. We wish the injured a speedy recovery. We express our solidarity with the people and government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and stand with them."
After the killing of several places such as King Khalid International Airport of Saudi Arabia, Air India flight AI2243 from Delhi to Riyadh was diverted back to Delhi via Arabian Sea due to security reasons. Air India flight AI2243 took off from Delhi and was flying southward over Gujarat via Arabian Sea. Pilots decided to turn the plane and now it is returning to Delhi.
According to security situation, Air India, IndiGo, and Air India Express have suspended all their flights to Riyadh till October 10. Airline has assured that affected passengers would get full refund of the fare.
Taking into consideration the security situation in Saudi Arabia, Indian embassy in Riyadh has issued advisory to its citizens. The Embassy wrote, "In light of the current situation, all Indian citizens in Saudi Arabia are advised to remain alert and cautious, stay indoors as needed, and follow the instructions issued by local authorities through official channels. Indian citizens are also advised not to spread or repost any videos or news related to the ongoing events."
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh, the Consulate in Jeddah, and its outsourced services through VFS are operating normally and will issue updates and advisories as needed.
The Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendra (PBSK) 24x7 helpline is available on the toll-free number 8002471234. The Indian community can follow the Embassy's official social media handles for updates.
A series of explosions rocked Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, including a major one at the city's King Khalid International Airport. According to flight-tracking services, King Khalid International Airport has been closed again following the blast.
According to a BBC report, one person was killed and at least eight others were injured in the attack at King Khalid International Airport. The Houthis have claimed responsibility for the attack.
India on Thursday condemned the attacks on Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, calling the targeting of civilian infrastructure completely unacceptable.
India's Ministry of External Affairs stated, "Targeting civilian infrastructure is completely unacceptable. We express our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost loved ones. We wish the injured a speedy recovery. We express our solidarity with the people and government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and stand with them."