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Trump emphasised that the United States (US) has the capacity to sustain the campaign as long as necessary to achieve its goals, including eliminating threats from Iran`s nuclear and missile programmes
Among those stranded in Dubai is Congress Jalna Lok Sabha Member of Parliament (MP) Kalyan Kale, who had travelled on Friday, a day before the joint US-Israel strike on Iran. The MP was scheduled to return via Abu Dhabi on Tuesday but is now stuck in Dubai due to flight cancellations
The Supreme Court of India has warned that relying on AI-generated, non-existent judgments in court orders will amount to judicial misconduct. A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe issued notices to the Attorney General, Solicitor General and the Bar Council of India, saying such practices directly impacts
UAE carriers Emirates and Etihad Airways have resumed limited operations after Dubai Airports confirmed a partial reopening of Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International. Authorities have urged passengers to wait for confirmation from airlines before heading to the airport as regional tensions continue to impact airspace
The Supreme Court has ordered sweeping reforms of Open Correctional Institutions across India, setting up a high-powered panel led by Justice (Retd) Ravindra Bhat. States must assess feasibility, include women prisoners, revise rules, and submit action plans within three months
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he expects peace talks with Russia in Abu Dhabi to go ahead between March 5 and 8, despite escalating Israel-Iran tensions. Moscow signalled support for diplomacy, while Kyiv warned prolonged Middle East conflict could impact US weapons supplies
A 22-year-old man died and three others were injured after a speeding car overturned and crashed into a wells wall in Maharashtra`s Beed district while heading for Holi celebrations
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reviewed crude oil and LPG supplies amid escalating tensions in West Asia, with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas assuring that availability and affordability of petroleum products will be maintained
At least 169 people were killed in a brutal attack in the Ruweng Administrative Area of South Sudan, with bodies buried in a mass grave, according to local officials. Survivors have sought refuge at a base run by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), which is providing emergency medical aid
The Delhi High Court stayed a sessions court order that had halted bail granted to Indian Youth Congress President Uday Bhanu Chib in connection with the shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit. The court observed that any order affecting personal liberty must reflect due application of mind
Three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury were shot down over Kuwait in an apparent friendly fire incident, according to United States Central Command. All six aircrew were safely recovered and are reported to be in stable condition
Several Indian medical students, including those at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences in Isfahan, have appealed to the Indian government for evacuation as tensions escalate across Iran. With internet disruptions, closed shops and reported explosions near campus, students say fear and uncertainty have gripped the community
Modi said relations between the two countries are now marked by renewed energy, mutual trust, and positivity. Under a USD 2.6 billion uranium supply agreement, Canada will support Indias civil nuclear energy sector
As Gulf airspace remains closed following the US-Israel strike on Iran, 61 people from Maharashtras Marathwada region are stranded in Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar and Abu Dhabi. UAE air defences intercepted missiles, while BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi announced temporary closure amid tensions
In India, most areas will witness the end of the eclipse at moonrise, while parts of North-East India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands will see the end of totality as well
Kuwait`s Ministry of Defence confirmed that several US military aircraft crashed on Monday morning, with all crew members evacuated and reported to be in stable condition. Iran had earlier claimed a US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait, with videos circulating online showing a pilot ejecting
The explosion occurred on Sunday at the companys detonator assembly plant in Raulgaon, Katol tehsil. Twenty-three people were injured, with 13 reported to be in a critical condition
According to his police complaint, Shiv Sena (UBT) city chief Rahul Karade said that he was travelling back to Akola from his native village when some individuals attacked his vehicle using a sword and iron rods
A US-Israel military strike on Iran has triggered missile retaliation across the Gulf, heightening regional tensions. As UAE air defences intercepted incoming threats, BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi announced temporary closure. Major airlines, including IndiGo and Emirates, suspended select Middle East flights
Passengers were being offered full flexibility, including travel waivers, refunds, and rebooking options, as airlines adjust operations in response to airspace closures and security concerns
The Russian Foreign Ministry, in an official statement, stated that it condemns the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it a violation of international law and a breach of the principles of civilised interstate relations
PM Modi held talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New Delhi, reviewing progress in trade, investment, energy, agriculture, education, and strategic cooperation, while participating in the India-Canada CEOs Forum during Carneys first official visit to India
Iranian state media claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Kuwait and shared an alleged image of the captured American pilot, along with footage of Irans drone fleet and strikes on US-Israeli targets
In a video message, Trump said US forces had also destroyed nine ships and a naval building in a matter of minutes. He claimed that Irans former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, is dead and that much of the countrys military command structure has been eliminated
Police stated that the bodies of those dead were burnt beyond recognition, and DNA samples are being collected from family members to establish the identities of the deceased
411 passenger grievances have been resolved so far during the current situation. The PACR is working in coordination with airlines and airport operators to provide timely assistance and minimise inconvenience to travellers, an official statement said
An official statement stated that the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) was briefed on the February 28 air strikes in Iran and the subsequent escalation, including retaliatory attacks across several Gulf nations
The group, Saraya Awliya al-Dam, is one of a group of Shiite militias operating in Iraq following the 2003 US-led invasion of the country that toppled Saddam Hussein
He claimed that the people of Assam have repeatedly rejected opposition unity in previous elections
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued an advisory for foreign nationals impacted by the travel disruptions
The Embassy of India in Doha announced that regular consular services would remain suspended on March 2 due to the prevailing security situation.
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Iran had temporarily shut down parts of the strait in mid-February for what it said was a military drill, which led oil prices to jump about 6 per cent higher in the days that followed.
The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have confirmed that missiles were fired from Iran, prompting a nationwide state of emergency
The clashes broke out following the killing of Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday in a joint US-Israeli air strike
Additionally, four people were injured after an Iranian drone struck Dubai International Airport
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Kashmir which has about 15 lakh Shias witnessed major protests at Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama, an official said.
Eighty-eight students and faculty from Indira University remain stuck in Bur Dubai after a sudden UAE airspace shutdown, with the institute arranging hotel stay, meals, and coordination while waiting for flights to resume
During the earlier Congress regime in Puducherry, ration shops had no rice, salaries were delayed, goons and drug mafias ruled the streets, he alleged
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The idea they claimed was not to stomp on livelihoods but to clear pedestrian space while ensuring that legit, licensed vendors have a space to sell their goods
Authorities said the vessel was struck around five nautical miles north of Khasab Port. A coordinated emergency response was immediately launched to ensure the safety of those on board. The maritime attack comes amid a sharp escalation in regional hostilities
Khamenei was killed in an epochal attack by the United States (US) and Israel, marking an inflexion point in the 46-year Shia-theocratic rule, as Tehran`s retaliation set off conflagrations in a swath of the Middle East
Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, a prominent Shia cleric and Islamic jurist born in 1959 in Meybod, central Iran, currently heads the country`s Centre for the Management of Islamic Seminaries and has been Director of the revered Qom Seminary since 2016
The airline issued a customer advisory on Sunday, urging affected passengers to check flight status before heading to the airport and to ensure their contact details are updated via Manage Your Booking for timely updates
The fatality reportedly occurred during an interception incident near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, where debris from neutralised projectiles is believed to have caused the damage
The Indian Army foiled multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts along the Line of Control in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. Troops opened fire after spotting 23 quadcopters near forward posts. Surveillance has been intensified amid rising cross-border drone sightings
The disruption follows a major escalation in the region, which has led to restrictions on key international flight routes. A day earlier, on February 28, around 410 flights operated by domestic carriers were cancelled due to similar constraints
At least five people were injured after clashes erupted between police and protesters outside the US consulate in Karachi over the US-Israel strikes on Iran. Security has been tightened, traffic disrupted, and tensions remain high as Iran observes 40 days of mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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