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Mobile internet speeds restricted in Kashmir amid protests over Khamenei killing

Srinagar: Mobile internet speeds were throttled across Kashmir on Monday, March 2, in the wake of spontaneous protests against the killing of Ira

Three schools in Delhi receive bomb threat; security check underway

New Delhi: At least three schools, including Sardar Patel Vidyalaya and Salwan Public School, in the city received bomb threat emails on Monday,

U.S. futures, Asian shares open lower, oil prices soar as U.S. and Israeli attack Iran

The price of gold, usually viewed as a safe haven for investment in times of uncertainty, rose 2.4% to about $5,371 per ounce

MBT to hold protest rally in Hyderabad over killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Hyderabad: The Majlis Bachao Tehreek (MBT) party will hold a protest rally on Monday, March 2, in light of the killing of Irans Supreme Leader Ay

Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack U.S. first, sources say

These remarks to Congress appear to undercut one of the key arguments for the war made by senior administration officials: that there were indica

Amazons cloud unit reports fire after objects hit UAE data center

The UAE is reeling from Irans retaliatory missile and drone strikes following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran

PM Modi chairs high-level CCS meeting over Middle East conflict

An official statement stated that the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) was briefed on the February 28 air strikes in Iran and the subsequent e

Rashmika Mandanna meets CM Revanth Reddy, receives special gift

Mumbai: New bride Rashmika Mandanna enjoyed a fun conversation with Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. The Girlfriend actress used social me

Last total lunar eclipse until 2029 is coming tomorrow dont miss it

On Tuesday evening, a dark shadow will sweep across the bright and round full Moon. Once the Moon becomes fully immersed in shadow, it will take

Restrictions imposed in Kashmir after protests over killing of Irans supreme leader Ali Khamenei

Kashmir, which has about 15 lakh Shias, witnessed major protests at Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag, and Pulwama, an official

Manjummel Boys director Chidambaram booked for sexual harassment following actors complaint

Complainant has accused the director of sexually misbehaving with her reportedly at an apartment in Kochi in 2022

Rupee falls 21 paise to 91.29 against U.S. dollar in early trade

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 91.23 and declined further to 91.29 against the greenback in initial deals, trading 21 pai

ECI meets for two days to review Bengal post-SIR scenario, poll preparations

Kolkata: Amid the publication of the final voters list in West Bengal minus those whose names have been referred for judicial adjudication as per

Govt cautions states against possible violence in India amid Israel-US strikes on Iran

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has alerted states about potential violence in India following Israel-US strikes against Iran. A letter dated

Australia says it may go after app stores, search engines in AI age crackdown

Lisa Given, director of RMIT Universitys Centre for Human-AI Information Environments, said the Reuters findings were unsurprising

Lunar Eclipse 2026 on Holi after 100 years: Check March 3 Chandra Grahan timings, Sutak period, when to celebrate Holika Dahan and more

Lunar Eclipse 2026 Time: Lunar Eclipse and Holi are falling on the same day, March 3, 2026, and it is a rare event happening after 100 years. The

Hyderabad: Drunk driver drags traffic cop on bonnet in Gachibowli

Hyderabad: In a chaotic incident, a traffic police personnel was dragged on a car by a 24-year-old drunk driver in Gachibowli police limits on Su

Sanju Samsons wife: Who is Charulatha Remesh? Know her educational qualifications, profession and how their love story began

Cricketer Sanju Samson, known for his fearless batting and leadership with Rajasthan Royals, married his childhood sweetheart Charulatha Remesh i

Iran's security chief Ali Larijani says it will not negotiate with the United States

Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, has made it crystal clear that the country has absolutely no intention of sitting down for any kind o

'No one is immune...': IDF's Effie Defrin says precision op wiped out 40 Iranian leaders in seconds

Janawadi Mahila Sanghatane to stage protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on March 5 over policies impacting women, farmers, labourers and senior citizens

Highlighting the growing burden of microfinance loans, the activists said women borrowers were often trapped in debt at interest rates as high as

Delhi HC intervenes in Westend Green Farms demarcation dispute, tells DDA to verify title records before making any changes

The Delhi High Court has intervened in a land dispute at Westend Green Farms, Rajokri. The Delhi Development Authority must now review landowners

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

3-month heatwave in TN; Moderate rain for Western Ghats Today, says IMD

Chennai: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast moderate rainfall in the Western Ghats districts over the next two days, even as

Amazon India slashes seller referral fees in retail growth push

Amazon said in December that it would invest more than $35 billion in India by 2030, looking to expand its AI infrastructure

Israel-Iran conflict: Govt in touch with embassies, says MoS Margherita

He claimed that the people of Assam have repeatedly rejected opposition unity in previous elections

Odisha Police declare 2 more districts Maoist-free

The 15 Maoists surrendered at a function held in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district, which borders Bargarh. Three senior Odisha Police officers w

Iran soccer federation president says World Cup participation in U.S. is in doubt

Iran has been drawn in Group G at the World Cup and is scheduled to play in Inglewood, California, against New Zealand on June 15 and Belgium on

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

Rupee falls 21 paise to 91.29 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai, Mar 2 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 21 paise to 91.29 against the US dollar on Monday, amid higher crude oil prices, a strong American curr

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

U.S. officials skeptical of regime change in Tehran after Khamenei killing, say sources

Before and after the start of the attack, U.S. officials, including U.S. President Donald Trump, had suggested that toppling the nation's repress

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

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

Iran vs Israel-US war Day 3: Trumps grave warning, Israels next target; oil & gold hit new highs as markets roil. What we know

A major conflict erupted between Iran, Israel, and the US after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed. Intensified aerial bomba

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

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

Health Canada faces pressure to mandate labels on gene-edited pork as transparency debate intensifies

An alliance of farmers and environmental groups is urging Health Canada to mandate labeling for pork from gene-edited pigs. These PRRSV-resistant

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

Israel strikes Lebanon following Hezbollah attacks, widening Iran conflict

Israel launched fresh air strikes on Tehran on Monday and expanded its campaign to target Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, as U.S. President Don

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

India assures visa relief to stranded foreigners

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued an advisory for foreign nationals impacted by the travel disruptions

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.

India issues security advisory for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey, Syria

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

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

Holi Puja Timing 2026: Check when you should perform Holika Dahan, rituals and mantras for pujan

Holi Puja 2026 Date and Time: Holi 2026 commences with Holika Dahan on March 3, featuring an auspicious puja window from 6:22 PM to 8:50 PM. This

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

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

New skill predicts if youll fall for AI fakes

The stronger this ability, the more accurately a person can tell whether a face is real or artificial

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

How do astronauts return from space and survive re-entry? | Explained

A launch vehicles ascent battles gravity to gain orbital velocity, while re-entry is a controlled struggle against the atmosphere to systematical

Oil prices rise after attacks in Middle East disrupt global energy supply

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 pe

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

Sirens blare across Israel

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have confirmed that missiles were fired from Iran, prompting a nationwide state of emergency

Pak: Protesters try to storm US consulate in Karachi

The clashes broke out following the killing of Irans supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday in a joint US-Israeli air strike

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

Drone targets Bahrain airport

Additionally, four people were injured after an Iranian drone struck Dubai International Airport

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

Oil prices rise sharply after attacks in Middle East disrupt global energy supply

Attacks throughout the region, including on two vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, have restri

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

J-K MP criticises Omar Abdullah for not condemning Khameneis assassination

Srinagar: National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi on Monday, March 2, criticised Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for failing to

Tiny fish stun scientists with mammal-like intelligence

When shown a mirror, these small reef fish did more than appear to recognize their reflections

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

From Kashmir to Karnataka, Shia mourners take to streets

Kashmir which has about 15 lakh Shias witnessed major protests at Lal Chowk, Saida Kadal, Budgam, Bandipora, Anantnag and Pulwama, an official

Israel-US strike Iran: 88 Pune students on academic trip stuck in Dubai

Eighty-eight students and faculty from Indira University remain stuck in Bur Dubai after a sudden UAE airspace shutdown, with the institute arran