The escalating conflict in West Asia following joint United States and Israeli strikes on Iran has triggered a chain reaction far beyond the immediate battlefield. While missiles and drones dominate headlines in the Gulf, the economic aftershocks are being felt thousands of kilometres away in South Asia. Countries such as Bangladesh and Pakistan, heavily dependent...
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‘Brutal and unprovoked’: Iranian barrage pushes UAE into ‘state of defence’
The United Arab Emirates declared a “state of defence” after a wave of Iranian missile and drone attacks, saying it would take a “measured response while prioritising the protection of its sovereignty and residents.“UAE described the recent barrage as “brutal and unprovoked Iranian aggression”, after more than 1,400 ballistic missiles and drones were launched towards...
Abhishek, Samson tear into NZ; break 17-year record in T20 World Cup final
Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final cricket match between India and New Zealand, at Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. (PTI Photo) Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson gave India an explosive start in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup against New Zealand at the...
Gulf crisis: Air India adds flights to Europe & US to meet demand
NEW DELHI: With the option of mega Gulf carriers not available for now to travelers between India and the west, Air India will operate additional 78 flights to Europe, New York and a few other places between March 10 and 18. These extra flights will be between Delhi and New York, London (Heathrow), Frankfurt, Paris...
Nuclear stockpile to Kharg Island: Why Trump wants to send special forces to Iran
The United States and Israel are discussing the possibility of deploying special forces inside Iran to secure the country’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium as the conflict with Tehran deepens, according to sources familiar with the matter cited by Axios.Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, US president Donald Trump did not rule out the...
Dhoni and Rohit bring out T20 WC trophy, Ahmedabad crowd roars – Watch
Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni brought out the trophy at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad on Sunday, drawing a loud response from the crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium.Dhoni had led India to the first T20 World Cup title in 2007, while Rohit captained the side to their second title in...
Jr NTR’s visit at KIMS Hospitals sparks chaos, fans gather in large numbers
Fans of Jr NTR gathered in huge numbers in Bengaluru on Sunday as the actor arrived to inaugurate a facility at KIMS Hospitals. His appearance sparked massive excitement, with hundreds of admirers assembling both inside and outside the hospital complex in hopes of catching a glimpse of the star.Reports said the enthusiasm soon turned chaotic...
‘Supreme commander ignored’: TMC’s Abhishek Banerjee targets Centre over President Murmu’s ‘snub’
NEW DELHI: Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee trained guns at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, accusing it of humiliating President Droupadi Murmu on caste grounds and ceding India’s strategic autonomy to the United States.Speaking at a party event, the Diamond Harbour MP said, “TMC National General Secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee...
Salim Merchant on AR Rahman’s ‘communal bias’ row
Music composer Salim Merchant recently shared his views on remarks made by fellow composer A. R. Rahman regarding possible communal bias in the film industry.In a conversation with (IANS), Salim addressed Rahman’s earlier statement about receiving limited work offers in Bollywood. While expressing respect for Rahman, Salim said he personally does not believe communal bias...
‘Will not sign other bills until Save America Act is passed’: Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump said that he will not sign any other legislation until Congress passes the Save America Act, calling it a priority measure that must move to the front of the legislative agenda.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump praised conservative activist Scott Pressler and urged lawmakers to push the bill...
