New Delhi/IBNS, March 26 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Friday chair a meeting with all Chief Ministers to review the preparedness of states amid the growing challenges posed by the West Asia conflict.

However, in a significant development, Iran has allowed five "friendly nations", including India, access to the Strait of Hormuz, which was earlier closed by Tehran following the strike.

Earlier this week, he urged citizens to remain united and vigilant amid the crisis, drawing lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic as global energy supplies face disruption.

Addressing the Lok Sabha, Modi stressed the need to stay "careful" and "alert" against rumours during such challenging times.

The Prime Minister warned against misinformation, ...