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NIA probes GoPro HERO12 Black camera used in Pahalgam terror case; seeks Chinas help to trace buyer

Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists were using three Android mobile phones of Chinese origin, two of them purchased in Pakistan

3 Mar 2026 6:34 pm
Power Ministry extends deadline for feedback on Draft National Electricity Policy till Mar 19

The timeline has been extended on the request of several stakeholders who have sought additional time to examine the provisions of the draft electricity policy, the Ministry said in a notification dated February 25.

3 Mar 2026 4:43 pm
Russia says it has seen no evidence that Iran was developing nuclear weapons

He said the consequences of the attack on Iran were being felt throughout the region, and that Arab countries were bearing economic costs and suffering casualties

3 Mar 2026 4:24 pm
As Hyderabad rises, Bengalurus network effect keeps it ahead

Professionals may be migratory, but the citys dense network of global capability centres, startups, venture capital firms, research institutions and innovation platforms continues to anchor multinational investment

3 Mar 2026 4:20 pm
Sambhav Homes and Infrastructure hands over 85 acres to ESR Group for Hosur Industrial park

The land has been handed over for ESRs proposed 600-crore, 2.1 million sq ft ESR Hosur Advanced Manufacturing Park, he told newspersons

3 Mar 2026 4:05 pm
US forces say Iran's IRGC command destroyed, Iran claims massive attack on US base in Bahrain

CENTCOM reported on X that US forces destroyed Iranian military facilities, including command centers and launch sites; Meanwhile, Al Jazeera stated that Iran claimed to have launched a large missile and drone attack on the US air base in Bahrain

3 Mar 2026 3:49 pm
China gas buyers say Beijing pushing Iran to keep Hormuz open

Officials say Beijing is urging Tehran to avoid disrupting Qatari gas and Gulf energy flows that supply nearly a third of Chinas imports

3 Mar 2026 3:31 pm
Trump slams Starmer for not joining US strikes on Iran, accuses UK of pandering to Muslim voters

Transatlantic rift deepens as British PM defends non-involvement in offensive operations amid escalating West Asia conflict

3 Mar 2026 3:25 pm
Bhageria Industries reports temporary disruption at Palghar plant after oleum tank leak

The company confirmed that the situation was controlled promptly, and there were no reported casualties or injuries

3 Mar 2026 3:05 pm
Three Indian seafarers serving on board foreign-flagged vessels killed in West Asia conflict

Directorate General of Shipping said that there have been four incidents in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea areas involving Indian seafarers

3 Mar 2026 2:27 pm
'Have inalienable right to stop you': US Special Envoy Witkoff says Iran insisted on right to enrich nuclear fuel

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the US-Israeli military action against Iran protects not only the US and Israel, but also the world at large from 'theological thuggery'

3 Mar 2026 2:25 pm
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran not going to take years

With the war entering its fourth day on Tuesday, Netanyahu said, ... It may take some time, but its not going to take years. Its not an endless war.

3 Mar 2026 2:06 pm
Indian students in Tehran relocate to safer zones as West Asia tensions escalate

According to AIMSA, students from universities including BUMS, TUMS, IUMS, Kerman and others have been instructed to relocate

3 Mar 2026 2:05 pm
Israel hacked Irans traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khameneis location prior to strike: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu justified the attacks stating that Iran had for long threatened to destroy the US

3 Mar 2026 1:58 pm
Passengers recount panic in West Asia amid attacks; DIAL issues advisory

Passengers face delays as Indian carriers adjust routes following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehrans retaliation

3 Mar 2026 1:37 pm
Over 40 lakh beneficiaries in Tamil Nadu get special cash assistance

This follows TNs big bonanza for women in February, with 5,000 credited to the accounts of roughly 1.3 crorewomen

3 Mar 2026 1:31 pm
Indian Navy warships continue operations in Middle East region

Indian Navy warships are in the Gulf of Oman for Operation Sankalp and carrying out anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden

3 Mar 2026 11:13 am
USTR to seek more foreign tariff cuts, USMCA improvements, China balance in 2026

Trump administration eyes new pacts with India, EU and others amid supply chain focus

3 Mar 2026 10:26 am
US Deputy Secretary of State to visit India from March 3 for Raisina Dialogue 2026

According to a US Embassy statement, the Deputy Secretary will also meet with senior Indian officials to discuss bilateral cooperation on defence, critical minerals, and counternarcotics

3 Mar 2026 10:23 am
India achieves 10-year semiconductor training target in just 4 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Programme to expand to 500 universities under Semicon 2.0 for building skilled talent pool

3 Mar 2026 10:21 am
CapitaLand said to be in talks with Mindspace REIT on sale of Chennai Tech Park

The two firms are in discussions about the property International Tech Park Chennai, Radial Road thats owned by a private real estate fund managed by CapitaLand Investment

3 Mar 2026 10:19 am
Does international law still matter? The strike on the girls school in Iran shows why we need it

Videos verified by international media show rescue workers digging through collapsed concrete, school bags being pulled from the debris, and scorch marks along the remaining walls

3 Mar 2026 9:16 am
Trump vows whatever it takes on Iran as conflict widens

US State Department urges Americans to leave countries across West Asia, citing serious safety risks amid dangers from the war

3 Mar 2026 9:05 am
The 'big wave' in war with Iran is yet to come: Trump

We havent even started hitting them hard, the big wave hasnt even happened; The big one is coming soon, Trump said

2 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
Air India Express to resume Muscat flights on Tuesday

The Tata Group-owned carrier announced on Monday that it will resume operations to and from Muscat starting Tuesday (March 3), with services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai, and Tiruchirappalli

2 Mar 2026 9:12 pm
PM Modi emphasises on dialogue, diplomacy to resolve West Asia conflict

As the situation deteriorates following new Iranian strikes in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, India is constantly monitoring the developments primarily in the context of the safety and security of around nine million Indians living in West Asia

2 Mar 2026 8:42 pm
Emcure in pact with Roche to distribute select nephrology and transplant medicines

The agreement would help expand access to therapies in chronic kidney disease (CKD), anemia management, and transplant care across India, the companies said in a joint communication

2 Mar 2026 8:25 pm
University of Western Australia to invite applications for Chennai campus in two weeks

For the first year, UWA is expecting to admit a cohort of as many as 500 students and 100 faculty members

2 Mar 2026 8:21 pm
Physical and cyber security moves up the agenda for Data Centres amid growing geopolitical risks

Consulting firms that help operators set up DCs note that in addition to hard and physically resilient exteriors, one should also consider measures to combat electronic warfare.

2 Mar 2026 8:16 pm
India, Canada reset military ties

Now, both countries have appointed their respective Defence Attachs to enhance communication and ensure more effective coordination and execution of strategic matters

2 Mar 2026 8:10 pm
MedGenome invests in Mumbais Medcare Diagnostics to expand across western India

The company offers advanced imaging services, including PET-CT, CT, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine Scans, and theragnostic facilities.

2 Mar 2026 8:04 pm
West Asia flight suspensions strand export cargo; trade seeks demurrage waiver

Trade bodies writes to the Ministry of Civil Aviation seeking a waiver of demurrage charges during what they describe as anunprecedented disruption

2 Mar 2026 7:42 pm
Gas prices surge as Qatar shuts worlds largest LNG export plant

Asian countries buy most of the LNG shipped from the Middle East, any disruption would heighten competition for alternative supplies, raising prices globally, including in Europe

2 Mar 2026 7:41 pm
MHA tells states to increase vigil after US-Israel strikes on Iran

MHA further instructed authorities to strengthen security at US and Israeli embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic establishments, as well as at associated institutions, to prevent any untoward incidents

2 Mar 2026 7:35 pm
Pune office leasing set to double by 2030 amid infra push

Average office rents in Pune hover around 87 per sq ft, significantly lower than Bengaluru and Mumbai, making the city attractive for cost-conscious occupiers

2 Mar 2026 7:34 pm
2 Mar 2026 7:30 pm
HYSEA annual summit on March 5

Over 1,200 delegates, including over 100 IT industry leaders, are expected to attend the summit

2 Mar 2026 7:29 pm
Andhras revived Capital Amaravati all set to welcome elite set of residents

From Ghost town to a power centre the new Capital is edging towards fulfilling its dream

2 Mar 2026 7:22 pm
Modified UDAN Scheme expected to extend VGF support to fifth year

Draft policy envisages tapered funding beyond current three-year structure as part of expanded framework

2 Mar 2026 6:59 pm
businessline Changemaker Safeena Husain named among TIME Women of the Year 2026

Husain had received the businessline Changemaker Award for Social Transformation in 2023

2 Mar 2026 6:21 pm
Himachal tourism takes hit as Israel-Iran war tensions disrupt flights

The tourism industry in Himachal Pradesh expects a number of tourist arrivals starting in March, but the recent situation may impact business activities

2 Mar 2026 5:22 pm
Oil tanker is attacked in Gulf of Oman, killing 1 Indian mariner onboard

The Oman News Agency reported an attack in the Gulf of Oman near Muscat, identifying the vessel as MKD VYOM and noting that the dead crew member was from India

2 Mar 2026 4:35 pm
After long lull, protests return to Kashmir Valley

Authorities imposed strict restrictions in Srinagar and other parts of the Valley as a precautionary measure, while internet services were slowed across Kashmir

2 Mar 2026 4:10 pm
Saudi Arabias Ras Tanura refinery halts after drone attack

A blaze at the site was under control, sources said

2 Mar 2026 3:46 pm
EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate on employees' provident fund deposits for 2025-26

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), in 2024, increased the interest rate marginally to 8.25 per cent for 2023-24, from 8.15 per cent in 2022-23

2 Mar 2026 3:35 pm
US-Iran conflict: Around 150 onion containers bound for Gulf stranded

Exporters flag heavy financial losses and a likely fall in domestic prices

2 Mar 2026 2:43 pm
India, Canada aim for trade pact by year-end, strike uranium deal

The two sides have agreed to the terms of reference on a comprehensive economic partnership

2 Mar 2026 2:29 pm
US and Israels war with Iran: Key things to know

US President Donald Trump says military would continue bombing Iran until his objectives are met

2 Mar 2026 12:39 pm
Iran war: Telangana sets up control room in Delhi

Senior officials at the States office in Delhi are in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs to monitor the situation in the Gulf region where lakhs of Telanganaites live

2 Mar 2026 12:36 pm
Modi holds bilateral talks with Canadian PM Carney, reviews progress of India-Canada strategic ties

This marks Carneys first official visit to the country, which began when he arrived in Mumbai. He will depart from India today following his engagements in the national capital

2 Mar 2026 11:48 am