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Rubio says Israel's strike plan triggered U.S. attack on Iran

We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action. We knew that that would precipitate an attack against American forces, and we knew that if we didn't preemptively go after them before they launched those attacks, we would suffer higher casualties, Mr. Rubio told reporters

3 Mar 2026 3:42 am
Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz

The strait (of Hormuz) is closed. If anyone tries to pass, the heroes of the Revolutionary Guards and the regular navy will set those ships ablaze, said Ebrahim Jabari, a senior adviser to the Guards commander-in-chief

3 Mar 2026 3:21 am
House panel releases videos of Bill and Hillary Clinton answering questions about Epstein

President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton faced hours of questioning under oath from lawmakers who are searching for accountability for anyone who was aware or ignored Epstein's abuse of underage girls

3 Mar 2026 2:59 am
A look at some of the contenders to be Irans supreme leader after the killing of Khamenei

Irans leaders are scrambling to replace Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled the country for 37 years before he was killed in the U.S. and Israeli bombardment

3 Mar 2026 2:42 am
Race heats up for Bihars five Rajya Sabha seats with RJD entry

Though the Opposition party is likely to secure the support of Mahagathbandhan allies like the Congress and the Left parties, their combined tally still falls short of the minimum number required for winning a Rajya Sabha seat

3 Mar 2026 1:58 am
Preparations started for the by-election in Tripura Assembly seat

The total number of voters in the constituency, according to the published roll, is 46,143; Officials say there could be some change if any fault is found in the count.

3 Mar 2026 1:53 am
Race heats up for Bihars five RS seats with RJD entry

Though the Opposition party is likely to secure the support of Mahagathbandhan allies like the Congress and the Left parties, their combined tally still falls short of the minimum number required for winning a Rajya Sabha seat

3 Mar 2026 1:23 am
Jharkhand CM urges PM to ensure safe return of stranded Indians from Gulf nations

Mr. Soren shared the helpline numbers for assistance: Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-3456-526; Landline: 0651-2480083, 0651-2481188, 0651-2480058; WhatsApp: 9470132591, 9431336472, 9431336398, 9431336427, 9431336432.

3 Mar 2026 1:23 am
Israel, the U.S. and a war to build a unipolar West Asia

This is a perilous conflict that is more about geopolitics and shaped by Tel Avivs own interests

3 Mar 2026 1:01 am
UGC reform debate, faultlines in politics of social justice

The BJPs inclusive Hindutva faces challenges as the proposed changes in regulations issued by the University Grants Commission spark debate

3 Mar 2026 12:49 am
Residents oppose rope car project at Marina, disrupt soil inspection

A team of engineers were forced to stop work near Light Houseafter residents protested against the project; tense situation prevails after HC order regulating beach vendors, say GCC officials

3 Mar 2026 12:47 am
India pitches to join Future Combat Air System with France

Indias defence exports have reached a record high of 23,620 crore; it exports to over 100 nations, including to United States, France and Armenia

3 Mar 2026 12:46 am
New reality: On new series of national accounts data

Fiscal targets will now be realigned based on more accurate data

3 Mar 2026 12:45 am
The waning sheen: On prices, GST rationalisation

The price relief provided by GST rationalisation may not last long

3 Mar 2026 12:43 am
Ernakulam Rural Police seize over 100 kg of ganja in three weeks

The police seized 133 kg of suspected ganja in six major drug hauls reported recently. The total quantity of suspected ganja seized by the Rural police in 2025 stands at 603 kg

3 Mar 2026 12:25 am
Hezbollah condemns Lebanese govt decision to ban military activities

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said: The Lebanese state declares its absolute and unequivocal rejection of any military or security actions launched from Lebanese territory outside the framework of its legitimate institutions

3 Mar 2026 12:25 am
Questions for the church and the State

The Justice J.B. Koshy report reveals cracks in Keralas social justice programme

3 Mar 2026 12:18 am
Rethinking tax searches for the digital age

While revenue enforcement remains a legitimate and vital state function, its methods must remain proportionate to the liberty of the interests they affect

3 Mar 2026 12:18 am
Samson from an enigma to asuperking

His precociousness earned him an India cap in the T20 format as far back as July 2015, but in the decade and a bit since, he has made only 59 more appearances; on Sunday at the Eden Gardens, he was the player the cricket world has been waiting for a long time to see

2 Mar 2026 11:46 pm
IndiGo to operate 10 relief flights to Jeddah, Air India Express restarts Oman services

Dubai-based Emirates and Flydubai, along with Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, announced a limited resumption of flights, while advising passengers not to proceed to airports unless contacted by the airlines

2 Mar 2026 11:41 pm
GHMCs first post-dissolution meeting approves 30 proposals

The first post-dissolution meeting saw approvals for a land deal priced at earlier auction rates, 500-crore allocations to two new corporations, and several pending city projects

2 Mar 2026 11:24 pm
Chhattisgarh private schools face off with government over RTE reimbursement, announce non-cooperation

School owners have alleged that the government is insensitive towards their long-standing demand to suitably compensate for their expenses on the education of poor children

2 Mar 2026 11:11 pm
Iran-Israel war: Modi speaks to Gulf leaders over safety of Indians as first Indian casualty reported

The Prime Minister stresses on restoration of global peace as Oman reports first Indian casualty from a tanker explosion amid escalating conflict in West Asia

2 Mar 2026 11:00 pm
Tamil got wide global recognition under Modi government, says C.P. Radhakrishnan

In a veiled attack on Dravidian politics, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan says certain people who argue that India was never under one administrative regime forget that even Tamil Nadu was not a united society

2 Mar 2026 10:53 pm
Religious leader announces Gau Pratistha Dharmayuddh march to Lucknow

March from Varanasi follows ultimatum to Uttar Pradesh government seeking cow as State Mother status and beefexport ban

2 Mar 2026 10:48 pm
Toxic gas leaks from Palghar chemical unit; 2,600 evacuated, 3 persons complain of eye irritation

Leak from 2,500-litre oleum tank atBoisarMIDC unit spreads dense fumes across 5-kmradius; 1,600 studentsand 1,000 workers evacuated as NDRF teams launch containment operations

2 Mar 2026 10:47 pm
Watch: Iran conflict: Hundreds of Indians stranded as aviation crisis grows

Flight disruptions across West Asia have left hundreds of Indians stranded after U.S. and Israeli military action in Iran. Among those affected are P.V. Sindhu, Subhashree Ganguly, students, families and workers travelling to Gulf hubs including Dubai and Muscat.

2 Mar 2026 10:47 pm
Railways clears fourlane widening at Pandeshwara level crossing: MP Capt. Chowta

A doubleboom barrier automatic gate system will be installed to enhance safety

2 Mar 2026 10:45 pm
Justice Swaminathan suggests Tamil Nadu government allow five persons to offer symbolic prayers atdeepathoon

The judge makes the suggestion afterthe MaduraiCollector tenders an apology. He says the court order allowing the lighting of thedeepamatop the Thirupparankundramhill was frustrated by the Collectors prohibitory order

2 Mar 2026 10:42 pm
Old parties dig in, new ones offer change as Nepal heads to the polls

The March 5 election comes months after youth-led protests toppled the government led by CPN-UMLs K.P. Sharma Oli, which had been backed by the Nepali Congress.

2 Mar 2026 10:35 pm
Watch: Natanz site hit again says Iran; IAEA reports no confirmation

Iran claims its Natanz nuclear facility was hit again, while the International Atomic Energy Agency says it has no confirmation of damage

2 Mar 2026 10:34 pm