Israel carried out a series of intense airstrikes across Beirut, including its southern suburbs and parts of southern and eastern Lebanon, triggering panic among residents. The strikes mark one of the most violent assaults on the capital since the conflict with Hezbollah began, with Israel maintaining that its two-week truce with Iran does not apply to operations in Lebanon (Pics/AFP)

From Mumbai traders, importers and exporters to daily wage labourers, mid-day spokes to multiple business owners and association leaders to understand the impact of West Asia war on their businesses. PICS/MRINAL DOSHI