What happened:
On March 2, the Cabinet Committee on Security chaired by Narendra Modi reviewed the escalating crisis in West Asia and called for an early cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy.
Why it matters:
Amid air strikes and regional escalation affecting Indian expatriates, travellers and students, the CCS directed all departments to take necessary steps to assist Indian nationals, underscoring India’s priority on safety, stability and de-escalation.