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Iran and Iranian-backed militias launched missiles at Israel and Arab states, reportedly hitting the US Embassy in Kuwait, as the conflict escalated today. In response, Israel and the US carried out airstrikes across Iran. The Iranian Red Crescent Society reported at least 555 deaths in Iran and over 130 cities attacked, while Israel confirmed 11 […]
Many Indian actors have received Dubai’s prestigious Golden Visa, making the city their second home. Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan, and Sonu Sood, along with Malayalam and Tamil actors Mammootty, Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Kamal Haasan, Amala Paul, Urvashi Rautela, and Farah Khan, are honored.
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport saw 87 international flight cancellations today due to the Middle East conflict, marking the third consecutive day of disruptions. With 37 departures and 50 arrivals affected, Indian airlines have cancelled 760 overseas flights in two days. DIAL cited political developments and closed airspaces as the cause of delays.
The Travancore Devaswom Board will file an affidavit in the Supreme Court to preserve Sabarimala Temple’s traditions, opposing the 2018 ruling allowing women of menstruating age entry. TDB president K Jayakumar said the board unanimously decided to maintain existing practices, appointing officials to inform the court before March 14 and contest the decision.
The SJFI National Convention returns to New Delhi from March 13-16 after 23 years, celebrating its Golden Jubilee. Organized by DSJA, it will host sports journalists from all zones, top administrators, and Olympic icons. Events include the Grand Sports Conclave, JK Bose T20, AC Bali Table Tennis, Modern Pythian Games, and a grand closing ceremony.
MP CM Mohan Yadav extended Holi greetings, urging citizens to celebrate safely while keeping ongoing school exams in mind. He emphasized balancing festival joy with students’ future concerns. Exams for Classes 10 and 12 run until March 6. He also attended the traditional Bhagoria festival, marking Holi’s start in tribal districts and attracting tourists.
The Telangana government has set up a 24×7 control room at Telangana Bhavan to assist residents amid the Middle East crisis. Officials are coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs and Indian embassies. Citizens facing distress, travel disruptions or emergencies can contact designated officials for immediate support and coordination.
Donald Trump today claimed he personally killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying he acted first to neutralize an “imminent threat” to his life. Referring to a 2024 Iran-linked assassination plot against him, Trump stated, “I killed him first… He tried twice. I got him before he got me,” making an unprecedented and blunt assertion.
Hezbollah said it struck an Israeli base in Haifa, calling it retaliation for Ali Khamenei’s killing and Israeli aggression. Israel responded with nationwide strikes on Hezbollah targets, killing 31 people. The IDF blamed Hezbollah for escalation, accused it of acting under Iran, and said Operation “Roaring Lion” prepares forces for multi-front combat.
Jay Pawar, son of the late Maharashtra DCM Ajit Pawar, shared a video claiming that Rohit Singh, owner of VSR Ventures, was seen sleeping in the chief pilot’s seat during a flight. He demanded Singh’s immediate arrest and that all VSR aircraft be grounded until the investigation into his father’s January 28, 2026, crash is […]
PM Modi held bilateral talks with Canadian PM Mark Carney at Hyderabad House, reviewing progress in the India-Canada Strategic Partnership. Both leaders discussed strengthening cooperation, while Carney highlighted plans to double two-way trade by 2030. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also met Carney during his first official India visit.
President Droupadi Murmu launched the Pink National Common Mobility Card and three Delhi women-centric schemes, including free bus travel, two free LPG cylinders, Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, and “Meri Poonji, Mera Adhikar.” Worth ₹129 crore via Direct Benefit Transfer, these initiatives aim to boost women’s safety, independence, and empowerment in Delhi.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has warned states about potential violence in India following US-Israel strikes on Iran. The advisory urges monitoring of “pro-Iran radical preachers” delivering inflammatory sermons and enhancing intelligence sharing. Officials stressed vigilance to prevent communal tension amid heightened Middle East conflicts.
The Israeli military launched an offensive against Hezbollah after rocket fire on northern Israel, conducting airstrikes in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Reports said Hezbollah parliamentary chief Mohammad Raad was killed. A longtime MP since 1992, he led the group’s bloc and was a key political figure. The IDF confirmed targeting senior militants.
Myanmar’s military government granted amnesty to over 10,000 prisoners and reduced others’ sentences to mark a holiday, state-run media reported. Former leader Aung San Suu Kyi remains incommunicado with no indication of release. The move comes two weeks before Parliament convenes after contested elections criticized as neither free nor fair.