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Morning Brief Podcast: USIsrael vs Iran: The War That Could Ignite the Middle East

Morning Digest: Marco Rubio says Israels strike plan triggered U.S. attack on Iran; IndiGo to operate 10 relief flights to Jeddah, Air India Express restarts Oman services, and more

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US embassy in Kuwait was struck by drones, diplomats tell media

Iran war: As an AFP correspondent saw smoke rising from the diplomatic mission on Iran's third day of retaliatory Gulf attacks, the US embassy sa

Fire at US embassy complex in Riyadh after blast heard, sources say

A loud blast and flames were observed at the U.S. embassy in Riyadh early Tuesday morning. Black smoke rose over the Diplomatic Quarter. The fire

Trump warns of longer Iran war as violence spreads

Trump said that the war, which began on February 28, with a strike that killed Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was going substanti

Four teams in contention to reach finals of 72 The League

Nuh (Haryana), March 2: Four teams remained in contention to reach the finals of DP World PGTIs 72 The League after the fourth round at the Class

Union min announces athletics events in 250 districts to mark IWD

New Delhi, March 2: Over two lakh girls across 250 districts nationwide will compete in ASMITA athletics events on March 8 and 9 to mark the Inte

FIA to focus on safety, wellbeing in decisions on F1 races in Middle East

PARIS, March 2: The president of Formula 1s governing body, the FIA, says it will prioritize safety and wellbeing as it decides what to do about

Speed and paddock politics: Russell aims to seize his chance after F1s big changes

London, March 2: Hes long been tipped as a Formula 1 champion in waiting and hes not afraid to tangle with Max Verstappen on and off track. Big r

MP Khatana flags governance gaps at Rajouri Janta Darbar

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Mar 2: Rajya Sabha MP Gulam Ali Khatana today criticized the administration over what he termed poor delivery of

Arvind launches Harley-Davidson X440 T at Hero Premia Showroom

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: The new Harley-Davidson X440 T has been officially launched in Jammu at the Hero Premia showroom, located o

JTA demands verification of unregistered street vendors

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: The Janipur Traders Association (JTA) today demands a thorough verification and registration drive for unre

Rupee crashes 41p to settle at 91.49 against USD

Mumbai, March 2: The rupee saw a steep loss of 41 paise to settle at 91.49 against the US dollar on Monday after US and Israeli attacks on Iran i

But, Babbar Shers are caged, chained

Shiban Khaibri shibankhaibri@gmail.com Loath to admit having landed the party and its image into great trouble by being widely believed that the

2 more panels for Bengal to fast-track CAA applications

The Home Ministry has established two new empowered committees in West Bengal to expedite citizenship applications under the CAA, bringing the to

World Wildlife Day: Cliches Abound?

Col Satish Singh Lalotra The wildlife and its habitat cannot speak, so we must and we will. Theodore Rosevelt. What an excellent quote from the l

SC: Employer has to pay penalty from his pocket for delay in pay

Punjab deserves good governance to harness Agri, water resources; check drugs menace: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent 03CHANDIGARH, Mar 2: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Pers

India condemns attacks on Bahrain, Saudi Arabia; Modi calls for swift restoration of peace in West Asia

NEW DELHI, Mar 2 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly condemned the recent attacks on Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, expressing solidarit

Indian envoy Rawat unveils Gandhi statue at India Club in Hong Kong

BEIJING, Mar 2: Indian Ambassador to China Pradeep Kumar Rawat on Monday unveiled a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the India Club in Hong Kong. Indi

India, Canada seal USD 2.6 bn uranium deal; resolve to conclude mega trade pact this year

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: India and Canada on Monday inked landmark pacts on supplies of Uranium and critical minerals and vowed to seal a comprehensive

Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters Badminton Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: The Yonex-Sunrise J&K UT Masters (Veteran) Badminton Championship 2025 organized by Badminton Associ

LG visits family of SSF personnel Sunny Salgotra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha visited the family of Special

Silver hits Rs 3 lakh/kg, gold nears Rs 1.73 lakh/10g amid rising Middle East crisis

NEW DELHI, Mar 2: Precious metal prices skyrocketed up to 12 per cent in the national capital on Monday, with silver surging to Rs 3 lakh per kil

Chardi Kala, Hari Singh Nalwa XI win league matches

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: Chardi Kala Strikers and Hari Singh Nalwa XI made it one-sided contests in the league round of the o

Joint Holi-Purim celebrations in Israel cancelled amid rising tensions

JERUSALEM, Mar 2: A planned joint Holi-Purim celebration at the Jaffa Port in Israel has been cancelled due to escalating tensions in the region.

CS inaugurates SKUAST-J Industry-Startup Outreach prog under JKCIP

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 2: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu today organized a landmark Indus

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attacks Mamata govt over law and order, infiltration in Bengal

KOLKATA (WB), Mar 2 : Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday slammed the Mamata Banerjee government in We

Stock markets suffer major meltdown as West Asia crisis intensifies; Sensex, Nifty tumble over 1 pc

MUMBAI, Mar 2: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty nosedived over 1 per cent on Monday as investors sentiment were hit hard following

CAT relief to Wankhede set aside by HC

Delhi High Court has revived disciplinary proceedings against IRS officer Sameer Wankhede concerning drugs seized in a 2021 case. This decision o

In SC, temple board to defend women's entry ban in Sabarimala temple

'I'm sorry that happened': Bill Clinton faces GOP grilling at explosive Epstein probe hearing

Iran war: Over 700 flights cancelled, international airfares zoom in India

Breaking from tradition, govt & oppn differ over stand on Iran

A US-Israel attack on Iran and the killing of its supreme leader have created a significant divide. Opposition parties, including Congress and Le

Constituted 40 yrs ago, Katra Development Authority never received full manpower

Vital body toothless due to lack of adequate manpower Issue discussed in various meetings but no serious action Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Mar 2: Even

Epstein Files-ni bidingo Mahila Congress jingjengatna abachenga

SHILLONG: Epstein Files-ni bidingo matnanganirangna asongni Prime Minister Narendra Modi-chi dilenggipa NDA sorkarini aganchakaniko dabienba Somb

DC inspects civic facilities, development works in Ramban town

Excelsior correspondent RAMBAN, Mar 2: Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today conducted an extensive visit of Ramban town to review the pr

DC Kathua visits Parisha, One Stop Centre; reviews women-centric Services

Excelsior correspondent KATHUA, Mar 2: As part of the ongoing Women Week campaign, the Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today visited Par

Eight Organ Transplant Centres functional in J&K

SKIMS, GMCs of Jammu-Srinagar only centres for Kidney Transplantation Sanjeev K Sharma JAMMU, Mar 2: Following the establishment of State Organ a

DC Kulgam visits Yaripora, reviews functioning of Government Offices

Excelsior Correspondent KULGAM, Mar 2: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam today visited Yaripora area to review the functioning of key gove

DDC reviews functioning of Labour and Employment Department

Excelsior correspondent REASI, Mar 2: District Development Commissioner Reasi, Kumar Abhishek today chaired a review meeting to assess the functi

Auto association, skul bisarangna dakchake ona

TURA: Skulo poraienggipa bisarangna dakchakanirangko onna gita West Garo Hills Autorickshaw Association (WGHAA) Dermile unit-ni membor-rang, ding

Revenue courts sit on 26,338 legacy matters

10,438 fresh cases still pending in J&K Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Mar 2: More than 26,000 legacy cases continue to weigh on revenue courts across t

Terrorism, extremism, radicalisation serious challenges for India, Canada: PM

Close cooperation imperative for global peace, security New Delhi, Mar 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted that terrorism, extr

GHADC-o ST certificate nangtelgipa ongataniko champengode bilake jingjengatna NGO-rang kamikkenata

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o susana gita candidate-rang, Scheduled Tribe (ST) donggipa ongna nangtelgen ine ad

Protests across Kashmir over Khameneis killing for 2nd day

Restrictions to continue today as precautionary measure Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Mar 2: Hundreds of people across Kashmir took to the st

Protests in J&K, candle march in Raipur over Khamenei death

Achik jatko chelchaknasa Sixth Schedule-ni ningo GHADC-ko ona: Rinaldo

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o susana gita Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate-ko nangtelgipa ongatna tik kaaniko P

'I won't get bored with Iran war, we are ahead of schedule': Trump drops bombshell on Tehran strikes

85 Seconds to Midnight A Dangerous Timing

Editor, The Doomsday Clock, created in 1947 by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, is not merely a symbolic timepiece, it is a stark moral gau

Meghalayas Failing Last Mile HealthCare

To hear of healthcare facilities not being available for people in Dawki area is an unpardonable lapse. Dawki is a border area and is supposed to

Meghalaya State Budget : No Road to Financial Freedom or Self Sufficiency

By Kitdor H. Blah The Meghalaya 2026-27 budget walks a tightrope. It keeps its fiscal deficit to 3.5% of GSDP, within the limit of the Meghalaya

Hynniewtrep people! Beware of the RSSs divisive agenda

By Lakhon Kma The comments made by the BJP leader who is a former RSS Pracharak-Sunil Vishwanath Deodhar against Christians in Meghalaya at the I

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

'I'm done, hold me in contempt': Hillary Clinton SCREAMS at GOP during explosive Epstein hearing

Man Gets 10-Year Jail In Pocso Case

Police said the minor girl was reported missing on January 29, 2023, and was traced on February 8. During investigation, she stated that the accu

J&Ks Ruling NC Adopts Resolution Paying Tribute To Martyr Khamenei

Presiding over the condolence gathering at the party headquarters, Sagar guided participants in offering prayers and reciting Fatiha for all thos

Birla Mandir Celebrates Golden Jubilee With Big Facelift

Executive officer Sham Kothari said the temples marble structure was polished from the main shikhar to the last step as part of the renovation wo

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 ablaz

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 a

Buddhavanam To Be Developed As World Peace Centre: Jupally

Krishna Rao said Buddhavanam would be developed as a world-class heritage centre and that a Global Buddhist Centre would be established nearby un

Six lakh babies born with anomalies each year, but no national registry to track them

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

Quote of the Day by Ozzy Osbourne: 'Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind the most...'Inspiring quotes by the 'Prince of Darkness'

Ozzy Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness, is remembered for his raw honesty and dark humor. His quote, 'Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind t

'I won't tell you, press or the enemy': Hegseth SNAPS at reporter over 'US troops in Iran' question

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and will ensure oil prices reach $200 amid US-Israel strikes and rising war tensions

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and will ensure oil prices reach $200 after US and Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The move threatens

Quote of the day by John Irving: 'If you are lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to...' inspiring lessons on living life, courage, and following your dreams by the author of The World According to Garp

Quote of the day by John Irving: Acclaimed novelist John Irving's wisdom urges us to find the courage to live a life we love. Discovering such a

Wildlife Day Celebrated At Mahavir Harina Vanasthali

The day was marked with the unveiling of a poster carrying the 2026 theme and the release of a book titled Birds of Mahavir Harina Vanasthali Nat

Mortgage rates jump above 6% after US-Israel strikes on iran push oil prices higher

Mortgage rates in the US suddenly increased after war tensions pushed oil prices higher and created inflation fears. Investors avoided bonds, whi

450 Staff From Hyderabad Hospitals Posted To Sanathnagar TIMS

According to a senior health official, nearly one-third of the 450 staff are doctors, while the remaining two-thirds comprise nurses and other pa

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

What caused Donald Trump's red neck rash? Here's what the White House doctor explains

Photographs revealed a red rash on Donald Trump's neck, sparking online speculation. The White House physician clarified it was from a preventive

CM Revanth Reddy Greets Telangana on Holi, Urges Eco-Friendly Celebrations

The Chief Minister described Holi as a vibrant expression of love, affection, and happiness, highlighting its deep cultural and social significan

The Ally We Deserted: How India Turned Its Back on Iran

In a 2019 India Times article, I warned that India risked sacrificing its historic partnership with Iran by tilting toward the US-Israel-Gulf blo

Melania Trump LIVE | US First Lady chairs UN Security Council meeting

Banks, schools receive bomb threat e-mails; declared hoax

President unveils welfares chemes, says will bring change to lives of women

Security stepped up in Delhi amid escalating tensions in West Asia

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 tall

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; What

Trust Issues Dog KLIS Barrages Repair Plans

It is reliably learnt that the irrigation officials have been informed by the CWPRS that a report will be submitted on the test results and findi

Why is everyone talking about Kelly Osbourne's appearance at the BRIT Awards 2026? Here's how Sharon Osbourne slams trolls targeting grieving Kelly Osbourne

Kelly Osbourne faced online criticism for her appearance at the BRIT Awards, prompting her mother Sharon to explain Kelly is grieving her father,

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

Who is Elisabeth Hasselbeck? Former The View Co-Host returns with a call for Civil Discourse

Elisabeth Hasselbeck has returned to The View as a guest co-host. The former longtime co-host opened her appearance with a call for unity, encour

Super tree getting ready at Kalaignar Poonga

KTR: Sand Mining at Annaram Risky

It is a mandated operation, say officials

Happy Holi 2026 Images: Wishes, quotes, WhatsApp status and Instagram messages to share

Happy Holi 2026 Images: Holi 2026 approaches, offering a vibrant occasion to share joy. The article provides 50 wishes, quotes, and messages for

Palaniswami meets Shah in Delhi, discusses seat-sharing

Actor Renu Desai Files Plaint On Online Harassment

Police registered a case under the IT Act based on her complaint.

Israel-US vs Iran war widens; Hezbollah clash pulls Lebanon into fight

The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has escalated. Israel has attacked Lebanon following strikes by Hezbollah. Iran continues its missi