BusinessPhoto: Deccan HeraldIndia's Cultural and Economic Influence in West Asia
In South Beirut's Dahiyeh, amidst Israeli bombardment devastation, locals showed distrust toward outsiders. A university student helped ease tensions during a photo assignment. An official expressed gratitude for Indian basmati rice, highlighting its popularity. The Middle East accounts for 77% of India's basmati rice exports from 2021 to 2025, reflecting India's significant cultural and economic footprint in the region.
Deccan Herald··Beirut



