U.S. and West Asia nations seek Kyiv's drone expertise: Zelenskyy
Assistance in countering Iranian drones will be provided only if it does not weaken Ukraine's own defences, and if it adds leverage to Kyiv's diplomatic efforts to stop Russia, the President said
Hegseth says Americas face test of whether they will remain Christian
Nepal election: Voting concludes with preliminary turnout around 60%
The Election Commission had set up 23,112 polling centres at 10,963 polling stations across 77 districts
Sinking of Iranian ship brings war to region, say Sri Lankan and Maldivian leaders
They call for closer communication on the issue with India as a net security provider in the region
The legality of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran
U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran as a pre-emptive response to an imminent threat, raising questions about the legality of the use of force under the UN Charter; missile strike on a girls primary school raises concerns over violations of International Humanitarian Law, particularly the principles of distinction, proportionality, precaution
Conflicts cant be resolved solely by military action, says PM Modi on West Asia, Ukraine
Finland President Alexander Stubb says international politics was unpredictable, where might is right and violence have once again become a foreign policy tool of choice
YouTuber was filming in N.J. forest when he accidentally captured something chilling on camera
Indian Navy launches search, rescue operations after distress call from Iranian ship near Sri Lanka
According to the Indian Navy, the ship was operating about 20 nautical miles west of Galle in the SAR region under Sri Lankan responsibility
Voting concludes peacefully in Nepal
Kathmandu: Tens of thousands of Nepalese voted on Thursday, March 5, in the crucial parliamentary elections to elect a new prime minister, six months after violent Gen Z protests toppled the K P Sharma Oli-led coalition government. The election is being closely watched by India, which hopes for a stable government in the politically fragile 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 .
Iran-Israel war: CBSE cancels Class 10 board exams scheduled till March 11 in West Asia
For Class 12, the exam scheduled on March 7 has been postponed and the situation will be reviewed for future exams
Watch: Ex-Marine protests U.S.Israeli operation against Iran,arm broken in clash
Former U.S. Marine Sergeant Brian McGuinness was removed from a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee hearing after interrupting proceedings to protest the ongoing U.S.Israeli military operation against Iran.
Spain, Italy and Netherlands join European naval deployment to Cyprus
Explained | Irans political system
Unlike the President, the Supreme Leader doesnt have any fixed term. Since the 1979 revolution, Iran has had only two Supreme Leaders Khomeini (who died in 1989) and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by a joint American-Israeli strike on February 28, 2026
Watch: NATO chief defends praise for Trump despite criticism
Nvidia halts China-bound H200 output, FT reports
Iranian bombers were 'minutes away' from striking US base in Qatar
Nepal polls: a defining moment that asks many questions
No party is expected to win a majority on its own; while Balendra Shah is the frontrunner, he may need support from the older political elite who too are eyeing a comeback after the Gen Z protests
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau emphasises the U.S. commitment to its national interests while advocating for a collaborative partnership with India
West Asia conflict: Dubais Emirates announces partial resumption of flights
Over 100 flights will depart from Dubai and return on March 5 and 6, the airlines said
India-Canada uranium deal and Indias nuclear programme | Explained
India has increasingly relied on imported uranium, which currently meets nearly three-fourths of the civilian need
PM Modi calls for swift end to West Asia, Ukraine conflicts
Amidst rising tensions in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a fervent appeal for an immediate cessation of hostilities. His talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb centered around forging a robust partnership in digital technologies and ecological sustainability. The duo championed peaceful negotiations as a preferred alternative to armed conflict.
US-Israel war with Iran: Why various Gulf countries are angry with the UK and Keir Starmer
Congress wants India to blindly side with Iran, even China distancing itself from Tehran: BJP
India's foreign policy, Amit Malviya added, must be guided by national interest and the safety of its citizens, not by the compulsions of Congress' outdated ideological reflexes.
'I thought I was losing my mind.' For menopausal women, a new diagnosis is on the rise.
The Hindu e-book on Iran offers a look at threats facing the Islamic Republic
This e-book explores a nation grappling with the gradual decay of its original revolutionary ideals, its Resistance Economy that is designed to survive but not thrive, and the future of the Axis of Resistance.
Sri Lanka says second Iranian ship awaits entry
Sri Lanka on Wednesday (March 4, 2026) said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a U.S. submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - IRIS Dena - off Galle, the island's southern coastal town
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a star-studded reception in Hyderabad on March 4. D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka attended. Apart from him, many Bollywood and South film stars arrived to bless the couple.
Trump claims US doing very well in 'Operation Epic Fury' against Iran
US President Donald Trump said American forces are performing 15 out of 10 in the ongoing Operation Epic Fury against Iran, claiming the US military has significantly weakened Tehran's capabilities.
Precious metals surge over inflation concerns amid escalating Middle East tensions
MCX gold April futures gained 0.31 per cent to Rs 1,62,018 per 10 grams on an intra-day basis. Meanwhile MCX silver May futures gained 1.50 per cent to Rs 2,69,551 per kg.
'No to war': Spanish PM Pedro Snchez stands firm against Trump, rejects U.S.Israeli strikes on Iran
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Snchez rejected Trump's threat to cut trade over Spain's refusal to back U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, summing up his stance as No to war. He warned the conflict risks millions' lives and criticized the operation for fueling global instability, drawing parallels with the 2003 U.S.-led Iraq invasion.
U.S. will bitterly regret attacking IRIS Dena: Iranian Foreign Minister
The official reaction from Tehran comes a day after a U.S. submarine attacked Iranian warship IRIS Dena, which sank in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lankas southern coast
Ukraines F-16 jets were starved of US-made missiles for weeks
Three sources, all with direct knowledge of the situation, said Ukraine only had a handful of US-made AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missiles for its entire squadron of F-16s when supplies stopped
Nepal Elections 2026: Key parties and candidates
Nepal election is being held two years ahead of schedule because of the two-day Gen Z protests.
New Iranian attacks target Israel and U.S. bases as more Israeli strikes hit Lebanon
Tehran has warned of the destruction of West Asia's military and economic infrastructure, and the war has rattled financial markets
Earth faces its greatest battle beyond wars: 34c warming could trigger 'Hothouse Earth'
Amid global conflicts, the climate crisis worsens unnoticed. A 34C rise could trigger Hothouse Earth, bringing heatwaves, food and water shortages, and biodiversity loss. Urgent actionrenewables, ecosystem protection, and public mobilisationis needed to prevent disaster.
The letter is the first significant support Anthropic has received from the tech industry, a group of companies that includes its investors, suppliers and customers
Oil prices cross $83 per barrel as Middle East tensions escalate
Oil prices rose above $83 per barrel as Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz and a container ship was hit. India, with 25 days of reserves and diversified imports from Africa, Russia, and the US, is better positioned to handle supply disruptions.
AI giants promise Trump to pay for increased energy needs
To develop and use AI, the main players in the sector use data centres, whose chips and servers consume a lot of electricity
Indian stock markets gain in early trade over positive Asian cues
As of 9.30 am, Sensex gained 246 points, or 0.31 per cent, to reach 79,362 and Nifty added 84 points, or 0.35 per cent, at 24,565.
Iran-Israel war: Who are the Kurds, why US may align with them?
With a global population of 30 to 45 million people, they are one of the significant stateless ethnic group.
A tanker off the coast of Kuwait was hit by a large explosion, causing an oil spill. ran continues its missile attacks on Israel and U.S. bases, while the conflict has already claimed over 1,000 lives, including senior Iranian leaders.
Use of Afghan soil for terror against Pakistan unacceptable: Army chief Munir
Asim Munir visited Wana in South Waziristan district along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where he reviewed the prevailing security situation and operational preparedness
Iran launches new wave of attacks and says US will 'bitterly regret' sinking Iranian sub
UN: India calls on international community to act together against ISIS, Al Qaeda
United Nations: India has called on the international community to act together against ISIS and Al Qaeda and their proxies, underlining that terrorism is an existential threat to international peace and security. Terrorism is an existential threat to international peace and security. It knows no borders, nationality, or race, and is a challenge that the 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 .
US interior secretary in Venezuela to discuss critical minerals
Caracas: US Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum on Wednesday, March 4, met in Venezuela with acting President Delcy Rodrguez in the latest sign of the Trump administrations intent to exercise control over the South American countrys natural resources. Burgum, who leads US President Donald Trumps National Energy Dominance Council, and Rodrguez met with representatives 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 .
Iranian sailors recovering in Sri Lankan hospital after U.S. submarine attack, authorities say
UAE schools and universities will observe an early spring break from March 9 to March 22, 2026. This extended holiday, confirmed by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Higher Education, applies to all public and private institutions, including students, teaching, and administrative staff. Classes and official duties will resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Trump says US doing very well as Iran war shakes region
Were doing very well on the war front, Trump said at the White House, noting that for 47 years, theyve been killing our people and others, and I think we have great support
US sinking of Iranian ship piles pressure on Modi, Bloomberg Economics says
Prime Minister Modi has been under pressure for not explicitly denouncing the US action against Iran, with which the country has historical ties
OpenAI looking at contract with NATO, source says
OpenAI, which is backed by Microsoft, Amazon and others, announced a deal late last week to deploy its technology in the Pentagons classified network
Nepal goes to polls in first general election since Gen Z protests toppled government last year
Anti-corruption, good governance, an end to nepotism, generational change in political leadership are some of the issues raised by Gen Z
China lowers economic growth target to 4.5-5% amid global, domestic uncertainties
China's economy grew by 5% last year to $20.01 trillion, riding high on the robust exports despite U.S. tariffs, while domestic consumption, its bugbear, remained sluggish.
Iran launches missiles at Israel as war in West Asia enters sixth day
US, Israel intensify bombardment of Iranian security forces and symbols of power
Nepal elections 2026 LIVE: Nepal goes to polls months after Gen Z protest
Nepal interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki says elections crucial for determining our future
Capitol scuffle with anti-war activist leaves 3 officers injured
Washington: A protester and three US Capitol Police officers were treated for injuries in a Senate office building on Wednesday, March 4, after the protester resisted arrest for disruptive behaviour and grabbed onto a doorway as the officers and a Republican senator tried to drag him out of the room. The protester, Brian C McGinnis 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 .
Nepal goes to polls in first general election since government-toppling Gen Z protests last year
The voting started at 7 a.m. and will conclude at 5 p.m.; the counting will start immediately after the ballot boxes are collected
Indian expat in Sharjah turns millionaire overnight: Wins Dh15 million in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket draw
A Sharjah-based expatriate, Vibeesh Palliyali, has won the Dh15 million grand prize in the Big Ticket Abu Dhabi raffle draw. Palliyali purchased his winning ticket just days before the Series 284 live draw. This win highlights the life-altering potential of the popular monthly lottery, resonating with expatriate communities across the UAE.
Nepal holds first election since Gen Zled protests against govt
Kathmandu: Nepalese started reaching polling booths on Thursday, March 5, morning to cast their votes in thecrucial general elections, the first since a violent Gen Z-led protest that toppled the K P Sharma Oli-led government last year. More than 18.9 million eligible Nepalese will be exercising their franchise to elect the 275-member House of Representatives 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 .
Iran's 'new Supreme Leader' after Khamenei killed was 'treated for impotency'
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, the son of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, was treated for impotency in private hospitals in London, according to US i... Iran's 'new Supreme Leader' after Khamenei killed was 'treated for impotency'
The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship has waived overstay fines for tourists and residents stranded by flight cancellations and airspace closures due to regional conflict. This humanitarian measure eases financial and bureaucratic burdens for thousands of travellers unable to depart the country, reflecting a flexible approach to travel policy during crises.
Mystery gang hunt and kill Mexico 'cartel members''If police won't we will'
After an armed group burst into a Veracruz office and killed four, the 'Cobra Group' took responsibility for the attack - claiming the business was a ... Mystery gang hunt and kill Mexico 'cartel members' 'If police won't we will'
'Large explosion' on tanker in Kuwait as oil gushes into sea and ship takes on water
The Middle East has been on high alert after the US and Israel carries out joint strikes on Iran over the weekend and Iran retaliated by hitting key s... 'Large explosion' on tanker in Kuwait as oil gushes into sea and ship takes on water
Judge rules against Deion Sanders' son Shilo in bankruptcy lawsuit, will go to trial
How U.S.-Israel attack on Iran could impact millions of Indian migrant workers
UAE, where Iranian missiles have landed targeting U.S. bases, is the second largest source of Indias inward remittances and also a large hub for Indian migrant workers engaged in blue-collar jobs
UAE's Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has penned and recited a poem celebrating President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's leadership. The verses highlight strength, wisdom, and national pride, linking current governance to the legacy of the UAE's founder. This cultural gesture reinforces unity and stability amidst global uncertainties, projecting a confident national image.
Canada, Australia must join forces to resist great power hegemony: Carney
Mark Carney spoke in the nations capital on the third day of an official visit to Australia, a trip aimed at bringing in investment and deepening ties with a fellow middle power partner
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Trump's White House ballroom is too big, architect says, as 2nd panel prepares to vote on it
Iraqi womens rights activist Yanar Mohammed killing spurs call for justice
Amnesty International decries Mohammed's killing as 'calculated assault to stifle human rights defenders' in Iraq. Iraqi womens rights activist Yanar Mohammed killing spurs call for justice
UAE slams Bloomberg over inaccurate air defence report amid USIsrael war on Iran
The UAE has strongly refuted a Bloomberg report questioning its air defence capabilities, calling the claims false and misleading. Asserting its possession of diverse, multi-layered systems and robust munitions, the ministry stressed its unwavering operational readiness. This strong rebuttal highlights the nation's commitment to controlling its security narrative amidst regional tensions and calls for responsible journalism.
Trump weighing U.S. role in Iran after conflict, White House says
A Reuters/Ipsos poll released earlier this week showed that only one in four Americans approves of U.S. strikes on Iran that have plunged the West Asia into chaos, while about half including one in four Republicans believe Mr. Trump is too willing to use military force.
Tim Walz Is Going Viral For His Simple 2-Sentence Response To Nancy Mace's Gotcha Moment
What AI Models for War Actually Look Like
While companies like Anthropic debate limits on military uses of AI, Smack Technologies is training models to plan battlefield operations. What AI Models for War Actually Look Like
Federal judge blocks Florida governor's foreign terrorist label of Muslim groups
Kuwait has arrested two individuals for mocking its armed forces and air defence on social media amidst escalating USIsrael war with Iran. This move signals a stricter enforcement of public order and national security laws. Authorities emphasise the need for unity and respect for security forces as the nation actively defends its airspace against airborne threats.
Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress' first vote on conflict
The war powers resolution gave lawmakers an opportunity to demand congressional approval before any further attacks are carried out; the vote forced them to take a stand on a war shaping the fate of U.S. military members, countless other lives and the future of the region.
Sea is higher than we thought, millions more at risk: study
Researchers studied hundreds of scientific studies and hazard assessments, calculating that about 90% of them underestimated baseline coastal water heights by an average of 30 cm, according to a study in the journal Nature
Saudia extends flight suspensions until March 6: 8 destinations affected amid Iran-USIsrael conflict
Saudia has extended flight suspensions to eight key destinations until March 6, 2026. This decision stems from ongoing regional tensions and airspace closures due to USIsraelIran conflict, impacting commercial air travel. The airline is contacting affected passengers directly. Travellers are advised to verify flight status before heading to the airport. Other regional carriers also face similar disruptions.
Democratic newcomers unseat incumbents in North Carolina House primary
Five Republicans joined Democrats to support the subpoena proposed by GOP Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina in a sign of continued frustration with the department's review and release of a tranche of documents regarding the disgraced financier
Hezbollah says will confront Israel-U.S. aggression, will not surrender
We are facing aggression... our choice is to confront it until the ultimate sacrifice, and we will not surrender, said Hezbollah
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Spain denies U.S. claim of military cooperation on Iran as rift deepens
We will not be complicit in something that is harmful to the world and contrary to our values and interests, simply out of fear of retaliation, Spain's Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said after Trump had lashed out at Sanchez's government, calling Spain a errible ally
UAE flights resume but not fully: 5 airlines begin limited services amid IranUSIsrael conflict
UAE airlines are operating limited flights amid regional airspace closures due to escalating Iran-US-Israel tensions. Authorities are using emergency corridors to resume services cautiously, prioritizing stranded passengers. Most regular flights remain suspended, with airlines extending cancellations as safety assessments continue. Travelers are urged to verify flight status before heading to airports.
The SIR conundrum in West Bengal
While the Trinamool Congress under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee used SIR as an electoral opportunity and used the harassment of people to target the ECI and BJP led government at the Centre, the West Bengal BJP leadership appears to be disappointed with the outcome of the exercise as deletions in the electoral roll are far less than what they had wished for.

