US-Israel-Iran war: Drone debris hits Dubai building, oil tanker attacked
Fresh drone attacks, missile interceptions and maritime incidents were reported across the Middle East on Thursday, March 12, as the United StatesIsraeli war on Iran continued to escalate, affecting cities, ports and shipping routes across the region. Authorities in Dubai confirmed a minor incident on the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road, caused Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bangladesh Parliament reconvenes after uprising, polls
The government of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, took over after February 12 elections
Dubai announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday for public sector employees; four-day break confirmed
Dubai has announced a four-day Eid Al Fitr holiday for public sector employees from March 19 to March 22, 2026. Private sector workers will also enjoy a holiday, potentially extending to March 22. March salaries will be paid early on March 17 to aid preparations. Residents can plan staycations, explore local festivities, or take short international trips.
The Iran war and the uncertain future of the expats
The Gulf will continue to matter for India, but the old certainty of the Gulf dream has been shaken
The short AI videos in the app feed, which Meta calls Vibes, often feature childrens faces on the bodies of adult women, as well as sexual scenes featuring morphed celebrity lookalikes
Russia's Dmitriev says he discussed global energy crisis with U.S. counterparts
We discussed both promising projects that can contribute to the restoration of Russian-American relations, as well as the current crisis situation in global energy markets, he said
Trump visa changes squeeze rural schools relying on international teachers
Washington: Like many school systems facing teacher shortages, South Carolinas Allendale County has looked overseas for help. A quarter of the teachers in the rural, high-poverty district come from other countries. The superintendent praises the international educators mostly from Jamaica and the Philippines for their skill and dedication, but she is preparing to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Brent crude oil tops USD 100 a barrel
Bangkok: The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international standard, topped $100 a barrel early Thursday, March 12, just days after it spiked near $120 in the latest jolts to financial markets and the global economy as a whole. Oil prices shot more than 9% higher as supply concerns worsened with Iranian Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children
Britain has been weighing tougher curbs on childrens access to social media, with the government considering barring under 16s from such platforms
Watch: What the U.S. probe revealed about the Tomahawk strike on Iran school
A U.S. military investigation has found that a Tomahawk missile mistakenly struck a girls school in Minab in southern Iran during the opening hours of the IsraelIran war, reportedly due to outdated targeting data. A leading U.S. newspaper said preliminary findings suggest the United States was responsible for the February 28 strike.
Asia LNG scramble pulls cargoes from Europe; one US shipment switches destination to China
China suspended a 24% top-up tariff on U.S. goods for one year but retained a base 10% imposed in November. Tariffs on US energy goods, including 15% on LNG, also remain, leading Chinese importers to divert U.S.-sourced cargoes elsewhere
Iran sets three conditions for ending war
During nuclear talks ahead the war, Iran had consistently argued that as a signatory of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), nuclear enrichment is a legitimate right. This was also the first time a senior Iranian leader called for reparations as a condition to end the war
An Indian national, whose name is being withheld at the moment, has reportedly been killed in the attack, while the remaining 27 crew and personnel on the oil tanker have been rescued and taken to Basra, the sources said
Russia's Dmitriev says he discussed global energy crisis with US counterparts
Nearly 20 million barrels per day (bpd) of supply roughly a fifth of global output have been trapped inside the Gulf since the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz shortly after the launch of the joint Israel-U.S. war against Iran on February 28
Iran signals it will hit U.S., Israeli economic and tech targets
It urged people across the region to avoid going within one kilometre (around half a mile) of banks
'Happy (and safe) shooting!': Study says AI chatbots help plot attacks
Testing showed that eight chatbots assisted the make-believe attackers in over half the responses, providing advice on locations to target and weapons to use in an attack, the study said
Iran hacking group claims attack on US medical company
Handala said all extracted data was ow in the hands of the free people of the world
White House rebuts US newspapers criticism on Iran war
Washington: The White House pushed back sharply against critical reporting in major US newspapers on the Trump administrations handling of the war with Iran and its impact on global energy markets, accusing the media of spreading a fake narrative about the objectives of the military campaign. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said reports suggesting confusion or Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
In Lebanon, the Health Ministry said an Israeli strike hit Beiruts Ramlet al-Baida seafront, killing at least eight people and wounding around 21 others. The attack comes as the IsraelHezbollah conflict intensifies, with more than 600 people killed and around 800,000 displaced in Lebanon.
Iran says war can end only if its rights are recognised, seeks guarantees against attacks
Irans IRGC said it carried out the 40th wave of its retaliatory Operation True Promise 4, launching missiles including Qadr, Emad, Kheibar Shekan and Fattah against regional targets
Iran targets busiest international airports of Gulf neighbours
Iran targeted the worlds busiest international airport Wednesday and attacked commercial ships as US and Israeli strikes rocked Tehran, while the United Nations most powerful body demanded a halt to the Islamic Republics strikes on its Gulf neighbours that threaten global oil supplies. The latest attacks marked an escalation in Irans campaign aimed at generating Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Former Michigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge sues university over firing
Stranded Indians in Kuwait get help as Embassy coordinates flights
Amidst escalating Iran vs US-Israel tensions disrupting air travel, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is coordinating with Jazeera Airways and Kuwaiti authorities to facilitate emergency travel for Indian nationals. This initiative addresses flight suspensions and airspace closures, ensuring that the stranded expatriates, a significant community in Kuwait, can return home or continue their journeys.
U.S. will permanently close consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, its closest mission to Afghanistan
The department notified Congress this week of its intent to close the consulate and said it would save $7.5 million per year, while not adversely affecting its ability to advance U.S. national interests in Pakistan
The UN Security Council passed a resolution calling for Iran to immediately halt its attacks on Gulf states
Trump and his team have made clear that they're seeking to replace the hundreds of billions of dollars in lost revenues after the Supreme Court's February ruling by using different laws to establish new tariffs
Drones struck Oman's Port of Salalah on March 11, 2026, igniting fuel tanks and disrupting vital shipping routes. This attack, part of a wider regional escalation involving Iran, the US and Israel, highlights the growing threat to Gulf energy infrastructure and global trade. The incident underscores the conflict's expansion beyond military targets.
Did B-2s Just Drop GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators On Another Iranian Nuclear Site?
US to release 172 million barrels of oil to cut prices
The release is part of a broader 400-million-barrel global release agreed to earlier by the 32-nation International Energy Agency
G7 leaders agreed to examine option of escorting ships to navigate freely in Gulf
The statement was issued after French President Emmanuel Macron had convened a call with G7 leaders to discuss the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and its impact on rising energy prices
We have no additional information on the timing, method, target, or perpetrators of this alleged attack, the FBI alert in February reportedly said
Officer having 'anxiety attack' took ambulance sent for man dying from police shooting, report says
An Indian expatriate in the UAE has won $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw, continuing a trend of Indian nationals dominating the lottery's winners' list in the UAE emirate. The promotion's limited tickets and tax-free prize make it a popular choice for those dreaming of a life-changing fortune, with many participants trying for years.
Trump announces tapping Strategic Petroleum Reserve to bring down fuel costs
Right now well reduce it a little bit, and that brings the prices down, Trump said, without specifying the number of barrels to be released.
Trump says Iran conflict largely over, US to continue fight
Speaking to supporters, Trump stated that the U.S. had achieved decisive results within the first hour of military action, including the destruction of 58 Iranian naval ships
Iran says country can't take part in FIFA World Cup 2026 because of U.S. attacks
Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump said I really don't care if Iran takes part in the 48-nation tournament
Trump says will tap U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve to try to reduce gasoline prices
He didn't specify how many barrels of oil the U.S. would release
Boy, 13, Knocks Out Father to Stop Him from Allegedly Strangling a Woman
An Indian traveller, Varun Krishnan, abandoned waiting for flights in Doha and embarked on a desert road journey to Saudi Arabia due to escalating Iran vs US-Israel conflict. His dramatic escape highlights the widespread travel chaos, with thousands stranded as airspace closures disrupt global aviation. Krishnan's resourceful overland trip underscores the vulnerability of modern travel networks to geopolitical shocks.
UN Security Council demands Iran halt attacks on Gulf states
The resolution was passed by 13 votes with two abstentions
U.S. forces have knocked out 28 Iranian mine-laying ships: Trump
U.S. military gave a figure of 16 mine-laying boats destroyed on Tuesday (March 10, 2026)
FACT FOCUS: The Trump administration is falsely claiming Jimmy Carter was against mail-in voting
A crypto trader's viral tweet about needing a social media permit in Dubai has ignited debate. While framed as bureaucracy, experts clarify that the new UAE regulations target promotional content and influencer marketing, aiming for transparency and professionalisation. This reflects a global trend of governments regulating the burgeoning digital advertising landscape.
Hes in trouble: Trumps niece and sharpest family critic on the real motive behind his Iran war
Donald Trump returned to power promising peace and economic relief, yet the US campaign against Iran has triggered a widening regional conflict. His niece, Mary L. Trump, argues the war reflects a familiar psychological pattern: using disruption to deflect pressure and preserve dominance. As casualties rise and markets react, she frames the conflict less as strategy than personal and political diversion.
Youth-backed RSP win signals Nepals new political era
The election result signals Nepals democratic evolution and India needs to play a supportive role
Megyn Kelly Rips Meghan Markles Brands $62 Chocolate: Disgusting
UNESCO calls for protection of historical sites during Iran war
BREAKING: The FBI Is Worried About Iranian Drone Attacks on West Coast
Nepal's RSP gets highest number of votes under proportional representation category
The RSP made history by winning 125 out of 165 seats under direct voting held on March 5. The NC won 18, UML 9, NCP 7, SS 3, RPP 1, Independent 1
Iran police chief says anti-government protesters treated as 'enemies'
The warning comes after the government cracked down on anti-government protests in January, sparked a month before over economic grievances in the sanctions-hit country.
U.S. has practically nothing left to target in Iran, says Trump: report
Trump has given repeated mixed messages about the timing and aims of the war but on Monday (March 9, 2026) he also said the ending could come soon.
Afghan Govt says three civilians killed by Pakistani shelling
Months of cross-border clashes have flared again since February 26, when Afghanistan launched an offensive along the frontier, in retaliation for earlier Pakistani air strikes
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Kremlin says Britain was involved in Ukraines missile strike on Russia
There was no immediate comment from London, though Russia has repeatedly said that Ukraine needs Western expertise and Western-supplied targeting data and satellite imagery to fire advanced missiles deep into Russia
Poland to seek help from two other countries in Epstein investigation
In February, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that Poland would launch an investigation into possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence, as well as any offences affecting Polish citizens
'Dances With Wolves' actor to be sentenced in Las Vegas for sexually assaulting Indigenous girls
Targeting mistake led to U.S. missile strike on Iranian school: report
Tthe investigation into the February 28 strike was ongoing but preliminary findings were that the United States was responsible
City Council approves Amarillo Zoo lease agreement with nonprofit
Iran tells world to get ready for oil at $200 a barrel as it fires on merchant ships
Released U.K. files reveal concerns on Mandelson's appointment as U.S. Ambassador
The more than 100 pages of documents suggested concerns were raised about the reputational risks in appointing Mr. Mandelson
IEA approves release of 400M barrels of oil amid Iran disruptions
28 Indian vessels with 778 seafarers onboard stuck in Persian Gulf: Official
24 of the vessels are on the western part of the 778 seafarers onboard778 seafarers onboard778 seafarers onboard with 677 seafarers, while 4 vessels with 101 persons are on the eastern side, Rajesh Kumar Sinha, Special Secretary in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba hurt in strike that killed his father: report
The daytime air strike on the first day of the war on February 28 on a compound in Tehran killed his father, former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as well as his mother and wife
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Iran war: Funeral held for commanders in Tehran, Gulf tensions rise, ship hit near Hormuz
Thousands gathered in Tehran on Wednesday, March 11, for the funerals of several senior Iranian military commanders killed in recent USIsraeli strikes, as the conflict continued to expand across the region. Live broadcasts from the capital showed large crowds attending the ceremony honouring high-ranking officers killed during the attacks. #BREAKING High turnout of people in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
India-bound Thai-flagged cargo ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz
The vessel was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz after departing Khalifa port in the United Arab Emirates. It was on its way to Kandla in India
White House area shut down after van breaches security barricade: police
A van crashed into a security barricade near the White House early Wednesday. The incident caused a shutdown of the area in downtown Washington. Police are investigating the driver of the vehicle. The city remains under heightened security due to the US-Israel war on Iran. The event occurred during morning rush hour.
Germany, Japan to unblock oil reserves as G-7 stands ready to act
France, the current chair of the Group of Seven countries, said nations were coordinating their steps as G-7 energy ministers said they stood ready to take all necessary measures.
A supermajority for RSP leaves Nepals Parliament with weakest Opposition
Analysts say the partys drive to deliver on promises of change that brought it to power could strain democratic norms, with few voices in the House to keep it in check
Iran war causes major oil, gas disruptions
Saudi oil giant Aramco, the worlds top oil exporter, warned on Tuesday about catastrophic consequences for the global oil market if the Strait of Hormuz doesnt open
Israeli strike hits central Beirut's densely populated Aicha Bakkar area - AP explains
Iran targets commercial ships, Dubai airport and oil facilities as concerns grow over global energy
Iran's joint military command announced it would start targeting banks and financial institutions in West Asia
IFD investigating fire that damaged 3 homes on Indy's near east side
Iranian womens soccer squad member changes mind on Australia asylum offer, to return home
Decision follows asylum claims amid rising safety concerns for players in Iran; team members now en route home after brief stay in Malaysia.
As Iran war rages, Trump pivots to cost of living in Kentucky trip
Iran says it will target U.S.-Israeli economic, banking interests in region
Iranian Bank Sepah was hit overnight in Tehran
West Asia crisis: Two drones fall in vicinity of Dubai airport
The attack resulted in moderate injuries to one Indian national
Annas Archive shadow library search engine sued by U.S. publishing group
Annas Archive was sued by members of a U.S. publishing group that claimed it continues to foster piracy on an astronomical scale even after a previous order
Two drones fall in vicinity of Dubai airport as Iran crisis shows no sign of easing
The attack resulted in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, as well as moderate injuries to one Indian national
The rebellion of Tucker Carlson
The conservative American commentator, who used to be strong supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump, is stirring Christian conservatives against Israel and the war on Iran
UAE weather forecast: Rain, dust, and cooler temperatures expected until March 15
Unsettled weather is forecast across the UAE from Wednesday until March 15, bringing chances of rainfall, dusty winds, and cooler temperatures. Conditions are expected to gradually improve later in the week, with a return to fair to partly cloudy skies and rising temperatures by Sunday.
Watch: U.S. must pull back instead of tailing Israel | The Hindu Editorial
If Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu continue this war, the global economy will come under even greater stress. Whether they realise their grave miscalculation or not, the way forward is not more bombing. This war must be brought to an end immediately.
Cargo ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz
Fire breaks out onboard as crew evacuates and requests assistance, UK maritime authorities say
