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Panic mounts among Indian medical students stranded in Iran amid tensions

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

2 Mar 2026 5:46 pm
India, Canada seal landmark uranium deal, target USD 50-bn trade

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

2 Mar 2026 5:37 pm
Marathwada travellers among dozens stranded as Middle East tensions escalate

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

2 Mar 2026 5:06 pm
Total Lunar Eclipse to grace skies on March 3; visible across most of India

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

2 Mar 2026 5:02 pm
Kuwait confirms several US military aircraft crashed, all crew safe

Kuwait`s Ministry of Defence confirmed that several US military aircraft crashed on Monday morning, with all crew members evacuated and reported to be in stable condition. Iran had earlier claimed a US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait, with videos circulating online showing a pilot ejecting

2 Mar 2026 4:20 pm
Prima facie negligence suspected in Nagpur factory blast: Bawankule

The explosion occurred on Sunday at the companys detonator assembly plant in Raulgaon, Katol tehsil. Twenty-three people were injured, with 13 reported to be in a critical condition

2 Mar 2026 4:09 pm
Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders car attacked in Akola; police launch probe

According to his police complaint, Shiv Sena (UBT) city chief Rahul Karade said that he was travelling back to Akola from his native village when some individuals attacked his vehicle using a sword and iron rods

2 Mar 2026 3:58 pm
BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi temporarily closed amid escalating tension

A US-Israel military strike on Iran has triggered missile retaliation across the Gulf, heightening regional tensions. As UAE air defences intercepted incoming threats, BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi announced temporary closure. Major airlines, including IndiGo and Emirates, suspended select Middle East flights

2 Mar 2026 3:56 pm
US-Israel attack Iran: Airlines suspend flights to Middle East, issue advisories

Passengers were being offered full flexibility, including travel waivers, refunds, and rebooking options, as airlines adjust operations in response to airspace closures and security concerns

2 Mar 2026 3:14 pm
Russia condemns killing of Irans Supreme, calls for de-escalation

The Russian Foreign Ministry, in an official statement, stated that it condemns the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it a violation of international law and a breach of the principles of civilised interstate relations

2 Mar 2026 2:40 pm
PM Modi holds talks with Canadian PM Mark Carney

PM Modi held talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New Delhi, reviewing progress in trade, investment, energy, agriculture, education, and strategic cooperation, while participating in the India-Canada CEOs Forum during Carneys first official visit to India

2 Mar 2026 2:11 pm
Iran releases photo of F-15 American pilot whose jet crashed in Kuwait

Iranian state media claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet was shot down over Kuwait and shared an alleged image of the captured American pilot, along with footage of Irans drone fleet and strikes on US-Israeli targets

2 Mar 2026 2:03 pm
Trump claims major US strikes on Iran as conflict escalates

In a video message, Trump said US forces had also destroyed nine ships and a naval building in a matter of minutes. He claimed that Irans former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, is dead and that much of the countrys military command structure has been eliminated

2 Mar 2026 1:34 pm
Nagpur factory blast: Nine directors held after explosion that 18 people

Police stated that the bodies of those dead were burnt beyond recognition, and DNA samples are being collected from family members to establish the identities of the deceased

2 Mar 2026 11:57 am
Middle East tensions: India activates its control room to assist air travellers

411 passenger grievances have been resolved so far during the current situation. The PACR is working in coordination with airlines and airport operators to provide timely assistance and minimise inconvenience to travellers, an official statement said

2 Mar 2026 11:29 am
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 escalation, including retaliatory attacks across several Gulf nations

2 Mar 2026 10:40 am
Drone attack targeting US troops in Baghdad, claims Iraqi militia

The group, Saraya Awliya al-Dam, is one of a group of Shiite militias operating in Iraq following the 2003 US-led invasion of the country that toppled Saddam Hussein

2 Mar 2026 10:14 am
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

2 Mar 2026 10:00 am
India assures visa relief to stranded foreigners

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

2 Mar 2026 9:13 am
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.

2 Mar 2026 9:12 am
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

2 Mar 2026 8:50 am
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 per cent higher in the days that followed.

2 Mar 2026 8:45 am
Sirens blare across Israel

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

2 Mar 2026 8:42 am
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

2 Mar 2026 8:39 am
Drone targets Bahrain airport

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

2 Mar 2026 8:36 am
Tiny fish stun scientists with mammal-like intelligence

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

2 Mar 2026 8:32 am
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 said.

2 Mar 2026 8:29 am
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 arranging hotel stay, meals, and coordination while waiting for flights to resume

2 Mar 2026 8:29 am
Congress made Puducherry ATM for one family: Modi

During the earlier Congress regime in Puducherry, ration shops had no rice, salaries were delayed, goons and drug mafias ruled the streets, he alleged

2 Mar 2026 8:29 am
Traffic jams are not a problem

When it comes to infrastructure, why do we focus on the wrong issues instead of appreciating what we have?

2 Mar 2026 8:15 am
Including the differently-abled is mark of civilised society

The idea they claimed was not to stomp on livelihoods but to clear pedestrian space while ensuring that legit, licensed vendors have a space to sell their goods

2 Mar 2026 8:12 am
15 Indians among 20 crew evacuated after oil tanker attacked off Oman

Authorities said the vessel was struck around five nautical miles north of Khasab Port. A coordinated emergency response was immediately launched to ensure the safety of those on board. The maritime attack comes amid a sharp escalation in regional hostilities

1 Mar 2026 6:45 pm
Israeli military reveals how Irans Ayatollah Khamenei was killed

Khamenei was killed in an epochal attack by the United States (US) and Israel, marking an inflexion point in the 46-year Shia-theocratic rule, as Tehran`s retaliation set off conflagrations in a swath of the Middle East

1 Mar 2026 5:28 pm
Iran names Ayatollah Arafi as interim Supreme Leader after Khamenei`s death

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, a prominent Shia cleric and Islamic jurist born in 1959 in Meybod, central Iran, currently heads the country`s Centre for the Management of Islamic Seminaries and has been Director of the revered Qom Seminary since 2016

1 Mar 2026 5:22 pm
Emirates suspends all Dubai flights till Monday amid regional airspace closure

The airline issued a customer advisory on Sunday, urging affected passengers to check flight status before heading to the airport and to ensure their contact details are updated via Manage Your Booking for timely updates

1 Mar 2026 4:50 pm
US-Israel attack Iran: One killed, several injured in UAE

The fatality reportedly occurred during an interception incident near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, where debris from neutralised projectiles is believed to have caused the damage

1 Mar 2026 2:26 pm
Indian Army thwarts Pakistani drone intrusion attempts along LoC in Poonch

The Indian Army foiled multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts along the Line of Control in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. Troops opened fire after spotting 23 quadcopters near forward posts. Surveillance has been intensified amid rising cross-border drone sightings

1 Mar 2026 2:13 pm
Middle East tensions disrupt aviation, 444 flights set to be cancelled

The disruption follows a major escalation in the region, which has led to restrictions on key international flight routes. A day earlier, on February 28, around 410 flights operated by domestic carriers were cancelled due to similar constraints

1 Mar 2026 2:05 pm
Violence breaks out near US consulate in Karachi amid Iran strike outrage

At least five people were injured after clashes erupted between police and protesters outside the US consulate in Karachi over the US-Israel strikes on Iran. Security has been tightened, traffic disrupted, and tensions remain high as Iran observes 40 days of mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

1 Mar 2026 1:50 pm
Nagpur factory blast: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for victims

Calling the incident deeply distressing, the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured

1 Mar 2026 1:49 pm
Iraq declares three days of mourning over Iran`s Supreme Leader Khamenei

Iraq has announced a three-day mourning period following reports of Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei being killed in a joint US-Israel airstrike. While Iranian state media confirmed the death, there is no independent international verification so far

1 Mar 2026 1:35 pm
IndiGo extends suspension of select international flights amid global tensions

IndiGo has extended the temporary suspension of select international flights operating through Middle Eastern airspace until March 2, 2026, citing escalating Iran-Israel tensions. The airline is offering full refunds or free rescheduling, with waiver benefits valid until March 7

1 Mar 2026 12:43 pm
Iran announces 40-day mourning period after death of Supreme Leader Khamenei

Irans Fars News Agency, citing sources, reported that four relatives of Khameneiincluding his daughter, grandchild, and son-in-lawwere also killed in the strikes

1 Mar 2026 12:24 pm
Donald Trump warns Iran of unprecedented US strike amid escalating conflict

US President Donald Trump warned Iran against intensifying attacks on Israel, saying America would respond with a force never seen before. The statement comes amid escalating missile and drone strikes, rising tensions in Tel Aviv, and repeated air-raid alerts across Israel

1 Mar 2026 12:04 pm
Reports claim Irans Supreme Leader Khamenei killed in strikes

The report, citing sources and carried by Fars News Agency, claimed that four of Khameneis relativesincluding his daughter, grandchild, and son-in-lawwere also killed in the strikes

1 Mar 2026 11:05 am
Well done, Jammu and Kashmir!

J&Ks maiden Ranji Trophy triumph after beating the countrys best known sides gives a newfound direction to youngsters in the region, creating newer role models in a state that has had troubled times

1 Mar 2026 9:59 am
UN chief condemns US-Israel strikes on Iran, urges return to talks

The US ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, insisted the US military action was lawful. Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, he told the council.

1 Mar 2026 9:25 am
Iranian strikes hit UAE sites, drones and missiles intercepted overnight

The authorities also urged the public not to circulate video clips dating back to the Jebel Ali Port fire on July 7, 2021, and confirmed that more reliable information will be broadcast upon receipt

1 Mar 2026 9:23 am
Arvind Kejriwal to lead rally at Jantar Mantar after police clearance

While Delhi Police initially denied permission for the gathering on Saturday. Earlier, Kejriwal said on denying permission for the rally that holding a rally is a constitutional right, and this kind of authoritarianism is not right

1 Mar 2026 9:20 am
Heated UN Security Council meet sees US, Israel defend strikes, Iran hits back

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told the council that everything must be done to prevent an escalation. The alternative, he warned, is a potential wider conflict with grave consequences for civilians and regional stability

1 Mar 2026 9:18 am