The protests in Iran have caused concern in the West Asia region, leading countries like India to begin evacuating their nationals. Iran temporarily closed its airspace for commercial flights, hindering evacuation efforts. However, the Indian government has intervened to coordinate the safe return of its citizens. Meanwhile, in Brazil, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is hosting Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Antonio Costa, President of the European Council, in Rio de Janeiro.

In India, election results for 29 municipal corporations are set to be announced today. Additionally, a verdict is anticipated in the trial of former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for obstruction of justice charges. Prime Minister Modi is commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Startup India initiative, highlighting the country’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.

The Indian government is facilitating the evacuation of stranded citizens from Iran, with the first batch expected to depart today. Families of students in Iran have been instructed to prepare for the evacuation process. The Indian Embassy in Iran is actively collecting information on Indian nationals in distress.

President Lula of Brazil is welcoming European leaders in Rio de Janeiro for key discussions ahead of the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement signing. In Mumbai, the results of the BMC election and other municipal corporations in Maharashtra will be revealed. The counting process will occur across designated locations.

The courthouse in Seoul is set to announce the verdict in Yoon Suk Yeol’s obstruction of justice trial. Meanwhile, the trial of Farhad Noori, an Afghan defendant, is commencing in Munich. Prime Minister Modi is engaging with startup founders to celebrate the success of the Startup India initiative and outline future plans for fostering technological innovation and entrepreneurship.