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Donald Trump threatened to halt trade with Spain after Madrid refused to allow US use of joint military bases for strikes on Iran. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez defended Spains NATO commitments, while the European Union signalled it expects Washington to honour existing trade agreements
The Ministry of External Affairs said that the control room will operate daily from 9 am to 9 pm and it will assist Indian nationals affected by the ongoing crisis. Here`s a list of all helpline numbers
The door will be wide open if a new government comes in and says were ready to get along with everyone in the region and follow the simple criteria that most normal countries follow, a Senior Trump Administration Official said while requesting anonymity
Srinagar police has taken serious cognisance of the deliberate circulation of false, fabricated and misleading information by certain news channels, media outlets, and individuals
Just like we teach children to put away their toys after playing and clear the room, so it should be with any public work
Whats it about a Rs 50 lakh film, Laalo, thats made Rs 120 cr at the box office, with everybody eager to meet its debut director, Ankit Sakhiya, 29?
We reaffirm our commitment to conservation, sustainable practices and protecting habitats so wildlife continues to thrive, Modi said on X
Qatar supplies about 40 per cent of the nearly 27 million tonnes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) that India imports annually
Visuals shared by Press TV showed a sea of people, protesting against the killing of 165 young students who perished in the missile strike on Minab Elementary School
Nearly all traffic cameras in Tehran had been hacked for years, with footage transmitted to servers, pinpointing Khameneis location
One of the most unusual examples, CDG-2, located 300 million light-years from Earth, could be among the most dark matter dominated galaxies ever identified.Because these galaxies emit so little light, they are challenging to detect directly
The IMF said it is closely monitoring the West Asia conflict but cautioned it is too early to assess the economic impact, noting disruptions to trade, surges in energy prices, and financial market volatility. Meanwhile, India`s Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri assured that India is fully prepared
Speaking about the sighting, STR Field Director said the tiger STR T9 has been captured in multiple camera traps over the past two months inside Chandoli National Park. Several photographs and videos have documented his movement in the area
Meanwhile, the UAE-based airlines Emirates and Etihad Airways started operating a limited number of flights from the evening of March 2, after Dubai Airports confirmed a partial resumption of operations after the airport was closed due to the outbreak of hostilities between the US-Israel alliance and Iran
During the calls, PM Modi discussed the evolving security situation and conveyed Indias concerns over recent attacks affecting countries in the Gulf region
The Defence Ministry signed contracts worth Rs 5,083 crore for the procurement of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH Mk-III) from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the Indian Coast Guard and Shtil surface-to-air missiles from Russia`s Rosoboronexport for the Indian Navy
In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said India had, from the outset, urged all parties to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of civilians
According to the latest update, temperatures are expected to remain 46 degrees Celsius above normal across several parts of Northwest India, while Central India may see deviations of 24 degrees Celsius above average
Flight operations have been impacted for the fourth consecutive day as airlines continue to adjust schedules amid airspace restrictions and safety concerns linked to the situation involving the US, Israel, and Iran
US President Donald Trump warned that the US has the capability to sustain military operations against Iran beyond the projected four-to-five-week timeframe, as explosions continued to ring out across Tehran following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday
Pakistan security forces killed 67 Afghan Taliban personnel in overnight operations along the southwestern border, repulsing attacks at 16 locations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Northern Balochistan, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said. One Frontier Corps soldier was killed and five injured in the clashes
The Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Tehran are closely monitoring developments and coordinating necessary arrangements to safeguard Indian nationals
US President Donald Trump criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in an interview with The Sun, alleging he chose not to join US strikes against Iran to pander to Muslim voters, adding that Britain is not such a recognisable country anymore
According to CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj, the decision applies to examinations in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha said India must take a clear moral stand. In a post on social media, he stated that silence at such a time could diminish Indias standing globally
Officials said the driver of the speeding mini-truck lost control of the vehicle, causing it to overturn. The vehicle fell on the deceased, while her husband was thrown some distance away
The appearance, which took place in one of the regions busiest public spaces, quickly drew attention both on the ground and across social media platforms
Bill and Hillary Clinton testified about their ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Bill denied knowledge of trafficking and said he ended contact before Epsteins 2008 conviction; Hillary said she did not recall meeting him
A group of US lawmakers led by Jodey Arrington has urged the Trump administration to eliminate Indias 11 per cent tariff on American cotton, calling it vital for farmers as both nations negotiate an interim trade agreement.
United States Central Command confirmed that US B-1 bombers struck targets inside Iran under Operation Epic Fury, aiming to degrade ballistic missile capabilities. The move marks a sharp escalation in direct US military action amid rising regional tensions
IndiGo said that it will operate four dedicated flights from Jeddah on March 3, 2026 as part of efforts to gradually restore operations between Saudi Arabia and India
Officials said several hundred people from Maharashtra are currently unable to return home because of widespread airspace closures. However, all are reported to be safe
The incidents took place on Sunday night in the Kalyan and Dombivli areas, police said, adding that it have registered accidental death reports in both cases and further probe was underway
The vehicle was travelling towards Nhava Sheva in Navi Mumbai and was carrying approximately 20 tonnes of biscuits at the time of the accident. No injuries were reported in the incident, officials said
US Central Command said that its Operation Epic Fury involves the largest regional concentration of American military firepower in a generation
The Maharashtra ATS conducted late-night raids at four locations in Mumbais Govandi and Kurla areas over suspected links to a Pakistan-based terror outfit. Four individuals have been detained for questioning
A House committee made public hours of recorded testimony from Bill and Hillary Clinton as lawmakers continue investigating who knew about or ignored Epsteins abuse
Tamil Nadu Police arrested a man for allegedly murdering his father following a long-standing property dispute in Coimbatore district. The incident occurred under the Annur Police Station limits
The US State Department has issued an urgent advisory asking American citizens to immediately leave more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries citing serious safety risks
Aircraft and crew repositioning measures are underway to restore operational stability at the earliest
The US Consulate General in Peshawar has temporarily suspended operations from March 2 citing security concerns, while the US Embassy in Islamabad continues routine and emergency consular services
Two people were killed and 14 wounded after a gunman opened fire outside a bar in Austin, Texas. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential act of terrorism
Amid US Isarel attack Iran, Netanyahu said Israels military focus is on dismantling Irans terror infrastructure while protecting civilians, urging Israelis to follow Home Front Command advisories
Two Municipal Corporation sanitation workers died during sewage line cleaning operations near Choithram Sabji Mandi in Indore. Police have registered a case and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination
Trump reiterated that the US is ahead of its initial projections and vowed to continue its mission with determination until Iran`s growing threats are eliminated amid US Isarel attack Iran
In major relief for stranded Indians, flights from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru resumed after days of suspension triggered by regional tensions
Maharashtra: At least 19 workers died in a massive blast at an explosives manufacturing unit in Nagpur district. Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said preliminary findings indicate negligence by the private company
The intensity of the attacks, the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the lack of any apparent exit plan set the stage for a prolonged conflict with far-reaching consequences
Trump warned that an Iran equipped with long-range missiles and nuclear weapons would endanger not only the Middle East but also the American homeland
Global tensions intensified after Israel carried out strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory actions across parts of the Gulf region. Governments have urged calm as security measures increase and international leaders call for restraint

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