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In shadow of war, Uttar Pradesh workers in Israel say ‘it’s business as usual’| India News

In shadow of war, Uttar Pradesh workers in Israel say ‘it’s business as usual’| India News

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Amid the joint US-Israel attack on Iran, it’s business as usual for workers from Uttar Pradesh—about 6,000 of whom are in Israel—even as their families worry about their well-being. Speaking to HT over a video call from Israel, Ram Achal, who was at his construction site nearly 170 km from Tel Aviv, said, “The work never stopped here, we went to a bunker only yesterday when the siren sounded.” (HT photo) These workers reveal that work has not stopped, but they seek safety in bunkers whenever sirens sound during a missile attack. Dozens of young men from villages like Jagdishpur, which is under the Dewa police station area in Barabanki district, are employed as labourers in Israel, some in cities near Tel Aviv. While their families back home worry about their safety, these workers have reassured them via video calls that they are safe and monitoring the situation. More than two dozen people from Barabanki, including Ankur Singh and Rajpal Singh, residents of Jagdishpur village in Dewa, work as masons and shuttering workers in Israel. …

Amid Iran’s missile attacks, India urges its citizens in Israel to ‘exercise caution’ | Latest News India

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Oct 02, 2024 02:25 AM IST The Middle East conflict intensified after Iran fired several ballistic missiles at Israel The Indian embassy in Israel on Tuesday issued an advisory to all the Indian citizens in wake of the conflict in the Middle East. In an X post, the Indian embassy asked all the Indian citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to safety protocols issued by the local authorities. “Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters. The Embassy is closely monitoring the situation and remains in regular touch with the Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of all our nationals,” the embassy said. Iran Israel attack LIVE updates The embassy has also issued helpline numbers for the Indian nationals staying in the conflict-hit country. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said a missile attack under way against Israel on October 1 was in response to the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah last week as well as that of the Hamas leader. (AFP) There are about 18,000 Indian citizens in Israel, …

“Satisfied” With Indian Construction Workers, Expecting More To Arrive: Israel

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he construction industry of Israel employs workers in specific fields. New Delhi: Israel is “anticipating” the arrival of over 1,000 Indian construction workers soon after it expressed “satisfaction” with the workers who arrived under the bilateral agreements between our two countries. An agreement was signed after India and Israel initiated a Framework Agreement on Temporary Employment of Indians in May 2023. “Reports received by our offices reveal that the majority of Indian construction workers are satisfied with their work conditions and salaries,” the Israeli Embassy said in a post on X. In light of recent publications, it is important to state that Israel is satisfied with the construction workers who arrived under the bilateral agreements between our two countries. Reports received by our offices reveal that the majority of Indian construction workers are… pic.twitter.com/Rb7WfvH9WG — Israel in India (@IsraelinIndia) September 11, 2024 “As in many new ventures, difficulties arise. In light of such, PIBA allowed construction workers who requested, to register for industrial work. This temporary decision was taken in order to ensure that all …

Indian mission in Israel issues fresh advisory, no country evacuating its nationals so far following Iran salvo

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An image-grab from a video taken early on April 14, 2024, shows rocket trails in the sky above the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem. Iran launched its first-ever direct attack on Israeli territory late Saturday, marking a major escalation of the long-running covert war between the regional foes and sparking fears of a broader conflict breaking out. | Photo Credit: AFP The Indian mission in Israel on April 14 issued a fresh “important advisory” for its nationals after attacks on the Jewish State by Iran with hundreds of projectiles, advising them to stay calm and adhere to safety protocols. In an unprecedented attack, Iran and its proxies launched 330 missiles and drones on Israel on Saturday in retaliation to an alleged attack by Israel on a diplomatic installation of the Islamic Republic in Damascus in which several people were killed, including two top commanders. Also read | U.S., U.N. condemn Iran’s retaliatory attack on Israel; President Biden to convene G-7 leaders’ meeting on response “In light of the recent events in the region, all Indian …

Have Urged Israel To Ensure Safety Of Indian Workers There: Centre

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The External Affairs Ministry said the workers have gone to Israel as part of a mobility agreement. New Delhi: India on Thursday said it has urged Israel to ensure the safety of the Indian construction workers who have gone to the country this week under the framework of a bilateral mobility agreement. Israeli Ambassador to India Naor Gilon had said on Tuesday that the first batch of over 60 Indian construction workers has left for Israel. “As you are aware, these (first batch) workers have gone to Israel as part of a mobility agreement that we have signed with the country,” External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at his weekly media briefing. “This agreement predates the conflict. We are conscious of their safety. We have urged the Israeli authorities to ensure their safety and well-being,” he said. Mr Jaiswal said around 18,000 Indian caregivers are currently employed in Israel and the Indian embassy in that country is in touch with them. Following the Israel-Hamas conflict, there were media reports that said the Israeli construction …