New Delhi, April 7 -- India's Ministry of External Affairs issued an advisory and shared helpline numbers on Tuesday for Indian nationals in Iran amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington DC, who have been involved in a war since 28 February this year.

"In view of the rapidly evolving situation in Iran, Indian nationals who are currently in Iran are advised to stay put where they are, shelter in place and avoid further movements," the MEA advisory read.

It also said that the "Indian Embassy remains available to guide Indian nationals in Iran" and can be contacted through these helpline numbers:

+98 912 810 9115, +98 912 810 9102, +98 912 810 9109, +98 993 217 9359.

An email id has also been shared: cons.tehran@mea.gov.in....