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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

US Central Command said that its Operation Epic Fury involves the largest regional concentration of American military firepower in a generation

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

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