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Sensex, Nifty Crash in Early Trade as Middle East Crisis Deepens

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 2,743.46 points or 3.37 per cent to 78,543.73 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty tumbled 533.55 points or 2.11

What is Irans Revolutionary Guard? Role, history and growing regional influence

Iran's Revolutionary Guard is a powerful force within its government. It oversees missiles and conducts overseas attacks. The Guard's influence g

Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say

US officials told Congress there was no intelligence indicating Iran planned to attack first. The remarks followed the United States major strike

Afghanistan Hits Key Pak Military Bases, Nur Khan Among Targets

In a post on X, the Afghan Defence Ministry said the Afghan Air Force conducted effective airstrikes targeting key Pakistani military facilities

Fire at top Ecuador refinery under control: Petroecuador

A fire erupted at Ecuador's largest oil refinery, Petroecuador's Esmeraldas facility. The blaze occurred in the charge pumps of a processing unit

Flu shot to change this year as new H3N2 strain spreads fast

India is updating its seasonal flu vaccine for the 2026-27 season to combat a rapidly spreading new A(H3N2) variant. The World Health Organizatio

Stock markets tumble as West Asia war dents risk appetite

This is the steepest intraday drop for Nifty since February 1 and the Sensex since April 7, 2025

Afghanistan strikes key military bases in Pakistan, including Nur Khan Airbase

Afghanistans Ministry of National Defense said it carried out airstrikes on major Pakistani military installations, including the Nur Khan Airbas

Breaking news live updates: DMK gears up for Tiruchirappalli State Conference, aims to mobilise 10 lakh cadres

Restrictions imposed in Kashmir after protests over killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei

Authorities imposed severe restrictions in parts of Kashmir following massive street protests over the killing of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah

Iran FM Araghchi writes to UN Secy General Antonio Guterres on Ayatollah Khamenei's assassination

Iran's Foreign Minister has formally written to the UN, accusing the US and Israel of assassinating Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a jo

On veteran rival's turf, Nepal's rapper-turned-leader takes a swing at power

Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah is challenging veteran leader K.P. Sharma Oli in Nepal's upcoming election, drawing massive crowds with hi

Inside Nepals long political cycle of governments and crises

Nepal goes to polls on Thursday in a crucial general election. The nation has seen 32 governments since 1990, none completing a full term. Politi

OpenAI gets $110 billion in funding from a trio of tech powerhouses, led by Amazon

Amazon is leading the trio of tech heavyweights in commitments, putting up $50 billion, followed by $30 billion each from Nvidia and SoftBank, sa

Sensex Falls 1,100 Points, Nifty 330 As Markets Open After Iran Strikes

Indian equities market took a tumble on Monday as global markets reeled from the escalating conflict in West Asia.

Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Urge Fans to Cooperate With Safety Measures

Entry to the venue will be strictly limited to guests with valid invitations

Special Intensive Revision is turning millions of voters into outsiders in their own country

Two events organised in Kalaburagi to create awareness about Special Intensive Revision and its impact on voters

ICICI Lombards 25-year brand campaign puts gratitude at the centre

ICICI Lombard marks 25 years with its new campaign, 25 Years of Keeping Promises, centred on gratitude and trust. The brand film uses an origami

What to know about the clash between the Pentagon and Anthropic over military's AI use

Anthropic said it would challenge what it called a legally unsound action never before publicly applied to an American company

These Airlines Have Cancelled Flights After US And Israel Struck Iran

Global airlines cancelled flights across the Middle East after the United States and Israel launchedstrikes on Iran on Saturday, plunging the reg

Nani Undergoes Intense Makeover for The Paradise

Nani appears completely focused and determined.

U.K. toughens asylum rules to discourage migration

Under the reforms, refugee status for adults and their accompanying children will be reviewed every 30 months, and those whose countries are now

Israel-Iran war's 'Strait' fight can damage one of India's well-built firewalls

Israel-Iran conflict India impact: India confronts fresh economic risks as conflict in West Asia intensifies. The killing of Iran's Supreme Leade

More LNG tankers divert from Hormuz in widening Iran crisis

At least 13 empty LNG tankers that were on the eastern side of the chokepoint have diverted away

West Asia conflict stretches to Lebanon as Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut, across country, in response to projectile fire

Hostilities in West Asia escalate as Israel strikes Hezbollah in Beirut and Lebanon. This follows projectile fire from Lebanon into northern Isra

U.S., Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leadership after Khameneis death

Iraqi Shia militia Saraya Awliya al-Dam claimed a drone attack targeting U.S. troops at the airport in Iraq's capital, Baghdad, further widening

Rahul Sankrityan Effort Behind Ranabaalis Vintage Wedding Poster

The film is slated for a grand worldwide release on September 11.

Shark found more than 20km inland in Sydneys Kellyville suburb; police spring into action

A bizarre discovery was made in Sydney on Monday. A shark carcass was found on a roundabout in Kellyville, a suburb located more than 20 kilometr

Hackers hit Iranian apps, websites after US-Israeli strikes

The cyberattack on BadeSaba was a smart move because government supporters use it and they tend to be more religious, said Hamid Kashfi, a securi

US Officials Skeptical Of Regime Change In Iran After Khamenei Killing

Following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, many senior US officials remain skeptical that the US and Isra

US, Arab Nations Slam Tehran's Drone, Missile Strikes in West Asia

The statement was released by the governments of the United States, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

Rahul Gandhi to visit Hyderabad today

Hyderabad: Senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is going to visit Hyderabad on March 2. As per the

Why Is China Silent On Iran? An Expert Decodes Beijing's Hidden Play

The most dangerous variable for Beijing is the Strait of Hormuz. Roughly 44 percent of China's oil imports originate from the broader Middle East

Students have the power to shape the nation, says former diplomat

Gold, Silver Surge As Iran Conflict Deepens, Check Prices In Your City

The price of gold rose to Rs 1,73,090 per 10 grams in India, up from Rs 1,62,490 in the previous session.

Certain Death: Trump Vows To Avenge 1st US Deaths As Iran War Intensifies

President Donald Trump vowed to avenge the first US deaths in the war he launched to topple Iran's cleric-run state, which fired missiles across

Karnataka MLA expresses condolences on death of Irans leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei

Asif Sait is the MLA of Belagavi North Assembly constituency

Lionel Messi, Telasco Segovia rally Inter Miami to 4-2 victory over Orlando City

Lionel Messi scored twice in a four-goal second half, defender Telasco Segovia added a goal and two assists

Where is Donald Trump after announcing huge military strikes on Iran?

US President Donald Trump kept a low public profile after announcing large-scale military strikes on Iran, choosing not to deliver a traditional

CCS reviews West Asia situation, directs steps to assist stranded Indians

An official statement said the CCS met to review the evolving situation in West Asia, and was briefed on the air strikes in Iran on February 18 a

TN: Over 8.27 lakh students to appear for class 12 board exams from today

Chennai: The Tamil Nadu Directorate of Government Examinations has announced that the Higher Secondary (Class 12) public examinations for the aca

Flight Cancellation today: IndiGo, Air India, Emirates, Air France KLM, Qatar Airways cancel flights amid Israel-Iran war. Check complete list of March 2

Flights cancelled today: Amid the rising Middle East tensions, multiple airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Air France K

Chief Minister to inaugurate Critical Care Block in Jawadhu Hills

Health officials said that the new single-storey facility, which will cover around 5,000 sq.ft, has 50 beds with separate wards for maternity, ne

BRS MLA Kaushik Reddy alleges misuse of Govt vehicles by Karimnagar CP

SEBI presses banks, other regulators for stricter insider trading enforcement, says chief

SEBI has reduced the documentation needed for entry of foreign investors and hopes to bring down the time taken to five days eventually, SEBI Cha

Delhi boosts security following protests over Khameneis assassination

New Delhi: Security was heightened across several parts of the national capital following protests and gatherings held to mourn the death of Iran

Rupee to fall past 91 as Iran war puts oil on the boil, saps risk appetite

MUMBAI, Mar 2 (Reuters) The Indian rupee is expected to fall past the 91 per dollar mark on Monday after the U.S. and Israel bombed Iran over th

US, Arab nations slam Tehran's drone, missiles strikes in West Asia after US-Israel joint military action on Iran

The United States and six Arab nations have strongly condemned Iran's recent missile and drone attacks. They called these actions indiscriminate

'Beginning of very end of the regime': Exiled crown prince Pahlavi on US-Israel strikes on Iran

The US-Israel joint military strikes on Iran that led to the death of the Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei mark he begin

Pakistans Nur Khan airbase hit by Afghanistan: What we know about the strike on Rawalpindi base earlier targeted in Indias Op Sindoor

Nur Khan Airbase Attack today: Afghanistan's air force has struck Pakistani military sites including bases in Rawalpindi and Quetta. This action

Rashmika-Vijay, Allu Arjun, Ram Charan Attend Allu Sirish's Pre-Wedding Festivities

The ceremony witnessed the gracious presence of the immediate Allu family, including renowned producer Allu Aravind and superstar Allu Arjun, who

'UK planes are in the sky': Starmer announces defensive ops, allows US use of UK military bases

British air base in Cyprus hit by suspected drone strike, Sky News reports

A suspected drone strike hit Britains Royal Air Force base Akrotiri in Cyprus, Sky News reported on Monday, citing the UK Ministry of Defence.

Masi Magam 2026 on March 2 or 3? Check date, time, significance, rituals, wishes and messages to share with friends and family

Masi Magam 2026: Masi Magam is being observed on March 2, 2026. Masi Magam is observed when the Magam star aligns with the Tamil month of Masi. T

What water turning to vapour and the way AI learns have in common

Theres good reason to believe what AI models like ChatGPT are doing when they say theyre thinking is actually dealing with a physical phenomenon

US intel did not suggest a preemptive strike from Iran before US-Israeli attack, AP sources say

U.S. intelligence did not indicate an imminent threat from Iran, contradicting President Trump's claims of preemptive strikes. Officials acknowle

Canada's Carney to Mend Rift, Boost Trade as He Meets PM Modi

The talks in New Delhi are expected to cover trade and investment, clean energy, defence, critical minerals and artificial intelligence, official

CIA tracked Iranian leaders for months ahead of attacks that began with 3 strikes in 60 seconds

WASHINGTON, March 2, 2026 (AP) Israeli and American authorities spent weeks tracking the movements of senior Iranian leaders, including Supreme

US, Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leadership after Khamenei's death

The United States and Israel carried out extensive strikes across Iran on Sunday, targeting ballistic missile sites, warships and key military fa

Israel Strikes Lebanon Capital Beirut After Hezbollah Fires Rockets, Drones

Israeli strikes were launched at Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday, Lebanese state media reported, as Hezbollah said it fired rockets and drone

UP: People protest against Ayatollah Khameneis assassination

Lucknow: Large-scale protests led by Shia Muslims broke out in various districts of Uttar Pradesh, including the state capital Lucknow, on Sunday

Trump says war could last weeks and offers contradictory visions of new regime

President Trump indicated a potential four to five-week military assault on Iran. He presented varied scenarios for a new government, including a

China seen among losers as economists gauge hit from Mideast war

Escalating Middle East conflict triggers market jitters, with investors flocking to safe havens like the dollar and gold, while stocks tumble. Oi

India Issues Advisory for Its Nationals in Qatar, Turkey, Syria After Iran Strikes

The Embassy of India in Doha announced that regular consular services will remain suspended on March 2 due to the prevailing security situation.

Madhya Pradesh CM Yadav releases gharials, turtles at Kuno National Park

Nine cheetahs airlifted from Botswana were released into the national park on Saturday, taking their number to 48

Oil Prices Rise By 8% Amid Middle East Conflict

Oil prices rose sharply when market trading began Sunday, as U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes against Israel and U.S. mil

Big change seems certain in Iran. What kind is the question

The death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has plunged the Islamic Republic into deep uncertainty. Protests and celebrations hig

US-Israel vs Iran war: Iranian missile slams into Jerusalem highway; many injured in fiery IRGC attack

Premier League: Arsenal claim nervy win over Chelsea, Man United go third

Arsenal restores five-point lead over Manchester City as Timber heads winner against Chelsea

Blasts in Kabul as Afghan Taliban govt says responding to Pakistan attacks

Explosions rocked Kabul as the Taliban government reported responding to Pakistani aerial attacks, escalating cross-border clashes. The renewed v

Oil Surges After Middle East Attacks Disrupt Supply

Higher global energy prices could lead to consumers paying more for gasoline at the pump and shelling out more for groceries and other goods

Trump, in video message, says 'there will likely be more' US service members killed in Iran conflict before it ends

The US and Israel launched retaliatory strikes on Iran's ballistic missile sites and warships following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah A

Israel-Iran War: Serious travel disruptions warning for Australians stranded abroad as several flights grounded amid unrest in Middle East

Australians overseas are facing significant travel disruptions following US-Israel strikes in Iran, leading to widespread flight cancellations an

Rise of the digital worker; Women creating employment

Perplexitys differentiator is its horizontal orchestration strategy. While competitors tend to be brand-loyal and vertically integrated into thei

FBI Probes Texas Bar Shooting as Possible Terror Attack

Police in Austin shot and killed the gunman, who used both a pistol and a rifle to carry out the attack, police said

Yesterday India vs West Indies match result: Sanju Samsons unbeaten 97 powers India into T20 World Cup semi-final, England clash confirmed at Wankhede

Yesterday match result: India defeated West Indies and secured a position in the T20 World Cup semi-final due to Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 runs.

Maruti Suzuki Expands Its Road Safety Efforts

Additionally, the Company implements Integrated Traffic Safety Management System (ITMS) projects with real-time monitoring and surveillance in se

KISNA Hosts Mega CSR Drive Across South India

The initiative comprised Blood Donation Camps, Tree Plantation Drives and Food Distribution activities, held between 11 AM and 5 PM,

IAF starts process to acquire 4-6 long-range biz jets for military leadership, ministers

Iran suggests it's open to talks and Trump says he's 'eventually' willing: White House official

Iran's new leadership signals willingness for talks with the United States. This comes after a significant joint US-Israeli military operation ta

Holi: What the Fire Was Really Meant to Burn- Acharya Prashant

Hiranyakashipu performed intense tapasya and went to Brahma for boons.

Trump and Netanyahu are doing the free world a favor

President Trump's decision to join Israel in toppling Iran's regime, resulting in Khamenei's death, faces criticism but garners support within Ir

Israeli military says projectiles were fired from Lebanon

There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah on the reported launch from Lebanon

Trump Speaks With Israel, Bahrain, UAE Leaders: White House

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump held conversations with the leaders of Israel, Bahrain and the UAE

Israel suffers worst casualty toll as Iranian missile strike kills 9 in Beit Shemesh

An Iranian missile strike has killed at least nine people in Beit Shemesh, Israel. This marks the worst casualty toll in two days of conflict. Do

US lawmakers see no Trump plan for Iran following strikes

U.S. lawmakers from both parties expressed uncertainty about a post-strike strategy for Iran following the death of its Supreme Leader. Republica

'Lay down your arms or face certain death': Trump sends stark message to Irans Revolutionary Guard

Israel launches barrage of strikes on Lebanon's capital Beirut after Hezbollah's offensive

Israel and the U.S. launched extensive strikes across Iran, targeting ballistic missile sites and warships following the killing of Supreme Leade

Safety Of Civilians Utmost Priority: PM Modi Tells Netanyahu

In a post on X, PM Modi reiterated the need for an early cessation of hostilities, stressing that protecting citizens is of utmost importance

PM Modi condemns attacks on UAE, speaks to President Sheikh Mohamed

Expressing solidarity, Modi conveyed condolences for the loss of lives and reiterated Indias support for de-escalation, regional peace and stabil