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"All services to London and Paris continue to operate as scheduled": Malaysia Airlines amid West Asia crisis

Asia | March 2, 2026 5:51:09 PM IST

Malaysia Airlines on Monday confirmed that all its services to London and Paris are operating as scheduled, even as several global carriers suspend or reroute flights due to escalating tensions in West Asia. ... read..

TV BRICS to showcase Russian winter through literary texts for Indian students

Moscow | March 2, 2026 6:51:06 PM IST

The TV BRICS International Media Network will host a telebridge on March 2, 2026, under the theme "Russian Winter in Literary Texts" for students from India. The central studio for the event will be set up at the IM Rudomino All-Russia State Library for F ... read..

"Will finalise Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement soon": PM Modi on renewing CEPA momentum with Canada

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 5:21:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday underscored India's commitment to deepening trade ties with Canada, announcing to scale up bilateral trade to USD 50 billion and renewing momentum toward concluding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (C ... read..

IRGC launches tenth missile wave targeting Tel Aviv as Israel eliminates top Iranian Intelligence officials in Tehran strike

Tehran | March 2, 2026 4:51:13 PM IST

In a significant escalation of Middle Eastern hostilities, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Monday confirmed the commencement of the "tenth wave of the True Promise 4 Operation", claiming to have struck a government complex in Tel Aviv alongs ... read..

Taiwan detects 5 Chinese vessels around itself

Taipei | March 2, 2026 4:51:05 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected five Chinese naval vessels around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Monday. ... read..

"Our relations have taken a light-year leap": PM Modi unveils $50 billion trade target with Canada

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 4:51:03 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday outlined a bold vision for India-Canada relations, aiming to take bilateral trade to $50 billion through the lens of a "light-year leap" and strategic synergy after the leadership change in Canada (with Mark Carney a ... read..

Iran alleges US-Israeli strikes on Natanz nuclear facility; Tehran's envoy confirms attack to IAEA

Vienna | March 2, 2026 4:21:23 PM IST

In a significant claim involving international military action, Iran has alleged that its extensive nuclear complex at Natanz was targeted during joint operations conducted by the United States and Israel, according to a report by Reuters. ... read..

From 'Make in India' to 'Make in Brazil': Lessons in Industry, Credit and Digital Sovereignty

Sao Paulo | March 2, 2026 4:21:20 PM IST

India's rapid economic rise and assertive industrial strategy have positioned it at the centre of global economic debates, offering lessons for countries seeking to revive manufacturing and technological capability. ... read..

Dubai returns to normalcy; tourists resume visits, flight concerns linger

Dubai | March 2, 2026 4:21:13 PM IST

Life in Dubai appeared to be normal on Monday morning following the Iranian strike, with tourists thronging major landmarks, residents jogging and walking, and tourists clicking pictures across the city, a day after heightened security concerns briefly di ... read..

PoJK: Health workers protest in Muzaffarabad over unresolved allowance demands

Muzaffarabad | March 2, 2026 3:51:07 PM IST

Health department employees in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir staged a strike at Abbas Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS) in Muzaffarabad, demanding immediate acceptance of their long-pending Charter of Demands. ... read..

Pakistan: Multiple roads closed in Karachi due to protests against Ayotallah Khamenei's killing

Karachi | March 2, 2026 3:50:57 PM IST

Multiple roads were closed in Karachi's West and South districts on Monday, in view of the prevailing security situation due to countrywide protests for the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to the Dawn. ... read..

'Possibility of radiological release cannot be ruled out': IAEA DG Rafael Grossi on tensions in West Asia

Vienna | March 2, 2026 3:21:21 PM IST

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Monday expressed deep concern over the developing security situation in West Asia and said that the possibility of radiological release with serious consequences cannot be ruled out. ... read..

"Hezbollah entering a fight it cannot win": IDF as Israel continues strikes on Iran amid West Asia crisis

Tel Aviv | March 2, 2026 3:21:19 PM IST

After carrying out overnight retaliatory strikes on multiple Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday said that the terror organisation is "entering a fight it cannot win" as conflict in West Asia escalates. ... read..

Nepali interim PM calls on voters to take part in Thursday polls ahead of silence period

Kathmandu | March 2, 2026 3:21:05 PM IST

Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Monday called on voters to participate in the March 5 election for the Nepal House of Representatives. ... read..

Foreign tourists bask in Holi celebration in Kathmandu

Kathmandu | March 2, 2026 3:20:54 PM IST

Hundreds of foreign tourists on visit to Nepal drenched themselves in colours along with the revelers celebrating Holi, the festival of colours in Kathmandu Durbar Square. ... read..

"Soverignity of Gulf countries should be respected": China expresses concern over spillover of West Asia conflict

Beijing | March 2, 2026 3:20:50 PM IST

As the conflict in West Asia intensified on Monday, China has voiced deep concern over the escalation, following military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran. The Chinese Foreign Ministry highlighted the potential regional repercussions a ... read..

Canada India Eco Partnership Agreement: Canadian PM says CEPA aims to conclude by year-end

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 2:51:32 PM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday announced that Canada and India are moving towards finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of this year, setting an ambitious target to double bilateral trade by the end of ... read..

"Limited fire" reported at Saudi Aramco refinery in Ras Tanura after Iranian drone debris hits facility

Riyadh | March 2, 2026 2:51:18 PM IST

Falling debris from an intercepted Iranian drone has caused a "limited fire" at Aramco's Ras Tanura refining facility in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Defence Ministry spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki said, as reported by Al Arabiya. ... read..

India, Canada to establish defence dialogue: PM Modi after talks with Canadian PM Carney

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 2:51:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Modi on Monday announced the launch of the India-Canada Defence Dialogue in the presence of visiting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. A long-term uranium supply agreement and a target to raise bilateral trade to USD 50 billion by 2030 w ... read..

"Not merely renewal of a relationship, it is expansion of a valued partnership": Canadian PM Carney

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 2:21:24 PM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday hailed the "new ambition, focus and foresight" in ties with India, describing the past year as one of unprecedented engagement between Ottawa and New Delhi. ... read..

Multiple news outlets report drone hit at Saudi Aramco facility in Ras Tanura, Iran's IRGC claims "opened massive gates of fire"

Riyadh | March 2, 2026 2:21:22 PM IST

The conlfict between US-Israel and the Iranian regime has intensified on Monday. After a relative lull overnight, Iran launched new missile and drone strikes on Israel and other Gulf states. Multiple news outlets like Russia Today, Press TV Iran and Israe ... read..

Kuwait's Defence Ministry reports crash of several US Military aircrafts, crews safe; Iran media releases picture of pilot of downed F15

Kuwait City | March 2, 2026 2:21:08 PM IST

Kuwait's Ministry of Defence on Monday reported that several U.S. military aircraft crashed this morning, but all crews were safe. ... read..

India, Canada launch Strategic Energy Partnership with "significant potential" to expand bilateral energy trade

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 2:20:46 PM IST

India and Canada on Monday launched a Strategic Energy Partnership aimed at significantly expanding bilateral energy trade and deepening cooperation across clean energy, critical minerals and nuclear sectors. ... read..

'Terrorism, extremism, radicalisation shared and serious challenges': PM Modi

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 2:20:42 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted that terrorism, extremism and radicalisation are shared and serious challenges not only for India and Canada but the world at large. He underlined that the close cooperation between the two countries is i ... read..

India-Canada eye reaching USD 50 billion in trade by 2030: PM Modi

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 1:51:01 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the growth of ties with Canada under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark J Carney and said that the two countries aim to further deepen their economic cooperation with the gal to touch USD 50 billion in trad ... read..

"India always called for dialogue, diplomacy to find solution to such disputes": PM Modi on conflict in West Asia

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 1:50:56 PM IST

As the conflict in West Asia intenisfied on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reiterated that India has consistently advocated dialogue and diplomacy to resolve global conflicts, expressing concern over the ongoing situation. ... read..

Iran releases photo of F 15 American pilot whose jet crashed in Kuwait; shares visuals of drone arsenal

Tehran | March 2, 2026 1:21:27 PM IST

Iranian State Media on Monday released a picture on Telegram allegedly of the American F15 fighter pilot whose plane was downed in Kuwait earlier on Monday morning. As tensions escalate in the region, it also shared visuals of the massive drone fleet of I ... read..

31 dead, 149 injured in strikes by Israel: Lebanon Health Ministry

Beirut | March 2, 2026 1:21:19 PM IST

Atleast 31 people were killed and 149 others injured in overnight strikes carried out by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) across southern Lebanon and Beirut's southern Dahiyeh district, the Times of Israel reported on Monday, citing Lebanon's Health Minist ... read..

Karachi Shootings: Official silence raises questions over Pakistan's sovereignty, accountability

Karachi | March 2, 2026 1:21:17 PM IST

While Pakistanis bury their dead in Karachi, the state appears to be focused more on managing optics than ensuring accountability. In its reporting, brief.pk argued that Pakistan's response to the killing of its own citizens has sparked serious questions ... read..

Students stranded in Iran allowed to leave through its land borders; term-end exams to be held later

Tehran | March 2, 2026 1:21:15 PM IST

In a reprieve to students, including several from India, who remain stranded in Iran as tensions escalate in the West Asia region, Tehran has announced that foreign nationals studying in the country's educational institutes will be allowed to exit through ... read..

"Assassination may have strengthened regime, not weakened it": Former Union Minister MJ Akbar on Iran conflict

Mapusa | March 2, 2026 12:51:19 PM IST

As tensions escalate following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, former Union Minister of State for External Affairs MJ Akbar warned that the fallout may produce consequences opposite to those intended by Washington DC. ... read..

New wave of Iranian missiles launched at Israel as conflict escalates in West Asia

Tel Aviv | March 2, 2026 12:51:17 PM IST

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) on Monday reported a new wave of missile launches from Iran targeting Israeli territory as the conflict escalates in the region, prompting emergency alerts in affected areas. ... read..

Iran media claims US F 15 downed in Kuwait, reports of fresh explosions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha

Tehran | March 2, 2026 12:20:51 PM IST

As conflict widens in West Asia in the wake of Ayatollah Khamenei's killing in Israeli-US strikes on Saturday, Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) on Monday claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet was shot down in Kuwait on Monday morning. ... read..

"Only when Iran turns the page will there be peace," SOAS scholar calls on US-Israel others to 'finish the job' in Iran

London | March 2, 2026 12:20:46 PM IST

Amid the escalating tensions in West Asia, Burzine Waghmar, of the Centre of Iranian Studies at School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, argued that the roots of the crisis stretch back to the birth of the Islamic Republic in 1 ... read..

US Homeland Security warns of potential lone-wolf, cyberattacks after strikes on Iran

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 12:20:41 PM IST

The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning about possible lone-wolf and cyberattacks in the country amid ongoing US military strikes in Iran, according to a law enforcement bulletin obtained by ABC News. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Canadian PM Carney, reviews progress of India-Canada strategic ties

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 11:51:06 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held bilateral talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at Hyderabad House in the national capital, focusing on strengthening cooperation and partnership between the two countries. ... read..

"Will not negotiate with the United States": Iran Security Chief Ali Larijani

Tehran | March 2, 2026 11:50:57 AM IST

As tensions heighten in West Asia in the wake of Ayatollah Khamenei's killing in Israeli-US strikes on Saturday, Ali Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran on Monday firmly rejected that Iran would not negotiate with the Unit ... read..

Iran's provisional Leadership Council holds second meeting

Tehran | March 2, 2026 11:20:56 AM IST

The Provisional Leadership Council of Iran held its second meeting in the presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezekshian, Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei and Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, as per the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). ... read..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 11:20:53 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met his Canadian counterpart Mark J Carney here in the national capital. The leaders met at the Hyderabad House and are set to shortly hold delegation-level talks. ... read..

Biggest uprising against Islamic regime in process; Iran on the verge of freedom: Exiled Iranian activist Goldie Ghamari

Ontario (Canada) | March 2, 2026 11:20:48 AM IST

Iranian-born lawyer and former Canadian lawmaker Goldie Ghamari on Monday said that the "biggest" uprising against Iran's Islamic regime is "in process," asserting that the country is "on the verge of freedom" following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Kha ... read..

US Congress to be briefed on Iran conflict on Tuesday: State Department

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 11:20:38 AM IST

Both chambers of the United States Congress will be briefed on the ongoing conflict involving Iran on March 3, the US Department of State has said. ... read..

Kuwait's Army shoots down "a number of hostile aerial targets"

Kuwait City | March 2, 2026 10:50:47 AM IST

The Kuwait Air Defence Force shot down "a number of hostile aerial targets" on Monday early morning (local time), according to the Kuwait Army. ... read..

"Appreciate his commitment towards charting forward-looking partnership": EAM jJaishankar meets Canadian PM Carney in Delhi

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 10:21:05 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the national capital on Monday as part of the latter's official visit to the country and appreciated his commitment to building a forward-looking partnership ... read..

West Asia conflict stretches to Lebanon as Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut, across country, in response to projectile fire

Tel Aviv | March 2, 2026 9:50:58 AM IST

The escalating conflict in West Asia widened on Monday as Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon, following projectile fire from Lebanese territory into northern Israel. ... read..

US used B-2 bombers, suicide drones, Anthropic AI in strikes against Iran: Report

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 9:50:56 AM IST

The United States used an array of weapons in the strikes conducted against Iran as a part of Operation Epic Fury on Saturday--which included artificial intelligence services from Anthropic, according to a report by Reuters. ... read..

Australian FM Wong arranges for emergency consular assistance for Australians in UAE and Qatar

Canberra | March 2, 2026 9:21:11 AM IST

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) opened registrations for all Australians in UAE and Qatar amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. ... read..

Iran FM Araghchi writes to UN Secy General Antonio Guterres on Ayatollah Khamenei's assassination

Tehran | March 2, 2026 9:20:58 AM IST

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has formally written to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and members of the UN Security Council over what Tehran calls the "assassination" of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a devastat ... read..

Don't want North Korea-like situation in our region: Israeli Envoy Azar

Tel Aviv | March 2, 2026 9:20:54 AM IST

Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, said his country is engaging with several nations, like India, as the situation in West Asia remains volatile following coordinated strikes on Iran. ... read..

US, Arab nations slam Tehran's drone, missiles strikes in West Asia after US-Israel joint military action on Iran

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 8:51:02 AM IST

The United States and six Arab nations on Monday issued a strongly worded statement condemning Iran's recent missile and drone attacks across West Asia, calling them "indiscriminate", "reckless", and a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stabilit ... read..

Canadian Universities to launch 13 new agreements for AI, research, hybrid campuses

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 2, 2026 8:51:00 AM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Sunday that Canadian universities are launching new talent partnerships in India, with 13 new agreements in areas such as research and AI centres of excellence. ... read..

"Beginning of very end of the regime": Exiled crown prince Pahlavi on US-Israel strikes on Iran

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 8:50:47 AM IST

The US-Israel joint military strikes on Iran that led to the death of the Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei mark "the beginning of the very end of the regime," according to Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, asserting that th ... read..

EU expresses solidarity with middle east region amid tension, urges Iran to de-escalate

Brussels | March 2, 2026 8:20:49 AM IST

The European Union has expressed grave concern over the escalating situation in Iran and the Middle East, condemning Tehran's actions and reaffirming its commitment to regional stability, sanctions enforcement and diplomatic efforts to prevent Iran from a ... read..

India issues security advisory for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey, Syria after Iran strikes

New Delhi | March 2, 2026 7:50:47 AM IST

India has issued advisories for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey and Syria in view of the current regional security situation and flight disruptions, urging them to remain vigilant and stay in touch with the respective embassies and consulates for assistanc ... read..

UAE summons Iranian envoy, hands protest note over Iran's 'terrorist attacks'

Abu Dhabi | March 2, 2026 7:20:45 AM IST

The United Arab Emirates has summoned Iran's Ambassador Reza Ameri and delivered a strongly worded note of protest, conveying the UAE's condemnation in the strongest terms of Iran's "terrorist attacks and assaults." ... read..

UAE shuts its embassy in Tehran, slams Iran missile strikes as "dangerous escalation"

Abu Dhabi | March 2, 2026 7:20:43 AM IST

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Iranian missile attacks targeting both the UAE and the "sisterly" Sultanate of Oman, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and announcing the immediate closure of its embassy in Tehran along with the withdra ... read..

"Continue at full force until all of our objectives achieved": Trump on Op Epic Fury against Iran

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 6:50:36 AM IST

President Donald Trump has declared that Operation Epic Fury, one of the "most overwhelming military offensive" against Iran, would "continue at full force until all of the objectives are achieved." ... read..

"UK not involved in strikes on Iran, will continue with defensive actions": PM Starmer on Middle East situation

London | March 2, 2026 4:50:40 AM IST

Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday (local time) said that the UK will permit the United States to use British bases for a "specific and limited defensive purpose" to counter Iranian missile threats, adding that London is not joining offensive strikes a ... read..

Three killed, 14 injured in Texas bar shooting; FBI probes "potential act of terrorism"

Texas | March 2, 2026 4:50:39 AM IST

At least three people were killed and 14 others were injured after a mass shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, authorities confirmed on Sunday. The gunman was also killed in an exchange of fire with police. ... read..

"They should have done it sooner... They waited too long": Trump says Iran wants to talk

Washington, DC | March 2, 2026 3:20:53 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is seeking a dialogue with his administration, and he has agreed to talks. ... read..

"Iran is not an Israeli problem, it's a global, regional problem": Former Israeli Ambassador Carmon

Tel Aviv | March 2, 2026 2:50:48 AM IST

Former Israeli Ambassador to India, Daniel Carmon, has said that the confrontation with Iran "cannot be viewed" as a bilateral dispute between Tel Aviv and Tehran, asserting that the issue is regional and global in nature, with implications stretching acr ... read..

Trump speaks with Israel, Bahrain, UAE leaders: White House

Washington DC | March 2, 2026 2:20:54 AM IST

President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) spoke with the leaders of Israel, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates as the US and Israel continued their strikes across Iran, the White House said. ... read..

Nine dead as Iranian missiles hit Beit Shemesh in Israel

Beit Shemesh | March 2, 2026 1:51:00 AM IST

An Iranian missile strike targeted the town of Beit Shemesh, located west of Jerusalem, resulting in significant casualties and structural devastation, as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..

Indian Embassies in Middle East remain in touch with nationals, issue advisories

Kuwait City | March 1, 2026 11:20:33 PM IST

Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, Ambassador Paramita Tripathi held a virtual interaction with around 100 prominent members of the Indian community and heads of Indian Associations in Kuwait. ... read..

Kazakhstan President personally affirms support to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait amid escalations

Astana | March 1, 2026 10:51:00 PM IST

The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, on Sunday sent personal messages to the leaders of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, expressing his sincere support and solidarity with the peoples of those countries du ... read..

UAE intercepts 165 missiles, 541 drones since start of Iranian attack; three fatalities reported

Abu Dhabi | March 1, 2026 10:50:51 PM IST

The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence has announced that the air force and air defence forces have successfully intercepted a significant number of aerial threats following a large-scale Iranian attack that commenced on 28 February. ... read..

Indian envoy meets Bangladesh ministers; seeks stronger ties

Dhaka | March 1, 2026 10:21:10 PM IST

Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma met with Bangladesh's Minister for Home Affairs, Salahuddin Ahmed, and exchanged views on bilateral issues of common interest, including security cooperation between the two countries. ... read..

Nepal halts Gulf work permits amid rising Middle East tensions

Kathmandu | March 1, 2026 9:50:53 PM IST

Nepal has halted the issuance of work permits for Gulf countries in the wake of heightening tensions in the region, as Iran continues to attack Middle East nations since Saturday. ... read..

Iran claims missile strike on US' Abraham Lincoln

Tehran | March 1, 2026 9:50:42 PM IST

Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it attacked the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Gulf after the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by US and Israeli air strikes, as per Al Jazeera. ... read..

Iran claims missile strike on US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln

Tehran | March 1, 2026 9:50:36 PM IST

Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it attacked the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Gulf after the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by US and Israeli air strikes, as per Al Jazeera. ... read..

Canadian PM Mark Carney arrives in Delhi; high-level talks with PM Modi scheduled for Monday

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 9:21:01 PM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in the national capital on Sunday following the conclusion of a productive visit to Mumbai, marking the next phase of his official tour of India. ... read..

"Israel has not intention of attacking schools," Israeli Envoy to India

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 9:20:57 PM IST

Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, clarified on Sunday that Israelis targeting over 2,500 military targets amid the military escalation against Iran. ... read..

China condemns killing of Iran's Supreme Leader

Beijing | March 1, 2026 8:51:39 PM IST

The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday condemned the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it a trampling of basic tenets of international law and the United Nations. ... read..

Eight killed in Iranian missile strike on Israel's Beit Shemesh; UAE's Zayed Port also targeted

Beit Shemesh | March 1, 2026 8:51:36 PM IST

The number of fatalities following an Iranian ballistic missile strike on the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh has increased to eight, according to reports from Al Jazeera and Israeli emergency services. ... read..

L&T issues advisory urging personnel to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel amid Middle-east tensions

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 8:51:15 PM IST

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Sunday urged its concerned personnel to exercise adequate caution and avoid all non-essential travel in the wake of the ongoing tensions in the Middle-East. ... read..

Precautionary measures announced across UAE; remote work, major site closures in effect

Abu Dhabi | March 1, 2026 8:51:11 PM IST

Authorities across the United Arab Emirates have introduced a series of precautionary measures aimed at protecting residents, employees and tourists following recent regional developments, according to a report by Gulf News. ... read..

Israel says Iran fired missiles in civilian neighbourhoods

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 7:51:02 PM IST

The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday said that Iran fired missiles towards civilians in the neighborhood of Beit Shemesh. ... read..

UAE closes Global Village, Jebel Jais as tensions in West Asia rise

Dubai | March 1, 2026 7:50:59 PM IST

Authorities across the UAE have announced precautionary measures, including temporary closures of major attractions, remote working guidance, and operational adjustments in key business districts, following the escalation in the West Asia region. Official ... read..

Israel releases footage of strike at 'heart of Iran' after Khamenei's death

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 7:21:08 PM IST

The Israel Defense Forces on Sunday released the video of an airstrike in the "heart of Iran", after its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei was killed. ... read..

"This martyrdom marks beginning of new chapter of responsibility, historic steadfastness": Iran's Foreign Ministry on killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 7:20:58 PM IST

Iran's Foreign Ministry has issued a strongly worded statement condemning the killing of Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, describing it as a "terrorist act" by the United States and the "Zionist regime" of Israel. ... read..

"Opportunity that comes once in generation," Netanyahu asks Iranians to protest against regime

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 6:21:12 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday warned that Israel will continue targeting Iran with more strikes and called on Iranians to unify and free themselves of the regime. ... read..

"Iranian regime is attacking entire region, 8 countries... not only Israel": Israeli foreign ministry Spokesperson

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 6:21:02 PM IST

Israel's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Oren Marmorstein on Sunday highlighted that the Iranian regime's aggression extends across the Middle East, noting that several nations have been targeted by Tehran's military actions. ... read..

"US-Israeli aggression against Iran has actually major global implications": Former Ambassador Sanjay Panda

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 1, 2026 6:20:46 PM IST

Former Indian Ambassador to Turkey, Sanjay Panda, on Sunday addressed the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, noting that the military actions taken by the United States and Israel carry significant consequences for the global political landscape. ... read..

"Will remain a living nightmare for his killers forever": Iran vows revenge after Supreme Leader's killing; protests erupt across region

Tehran | March 1, 2026 5:20:56 PM IST

Following the killing of the nation's top leadership, Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Sunday issued a formal address and said that the event is a moment of profound religious and historical consequence. ... read..

"Cynical murder": Putin slams killing of Ayatollah Khamenei as violation of "all norms of human morality"

Moscow | March 1, 2026 6:21:01 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly condemned the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, describing the death of Iran's Supreme Leader as a "cynical murder," according to Russian state media agency TASS. ... read..

Nepal urges for "maximum restraint" among Middle Eastern countries

Kathmandu | March 1, 2026 4:51:03 PM IST

Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday issued a statement expressing deep concern over the current conflict in the Middle East, calling for "maximum restraint" and to ensure that civilians are protected. ... read..

Alireza Arafi appointed as Jurist in Iran's Leadership Council

Tehran | March 1, 2026 4:50:57 PM IST

Alireza Arafi, a cleric member of the Guardian Council, has been appointed as the jurist member of Iran's Leadership Council, a body tasked with fulfilling the supreme leader's role until the Assembly of Experts elects a new leader, Al Jazeera reported on ... read..

"Major blow to shadow fleet": Macron hails joint French-Belgian seizure of sanctioned oil tanker in North Sea

Paris | March 1, 2026 4:21:06 PM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a significant maritime operation in the North Sea targeting the "shadow fleet" used to bypass international restrictions. ... read..

Shia communities rally worldwide after Khamenei's death

Tehran | March 1, 2026 4:21:05 PM IST

Large-scale mourning gatherings and protests erupted across several countries following the reported death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, with Shia communities taking to the streets in grief and anger, according to Press TV. ... read..

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese vessels, balloon around itself

Taipei | March 1, 2026 4:21:03 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected seven Chinese naval vessels and a balloon operating around its territorial waters as of 6 AM (local time) on Sunday. ... read..

Iran blocks 3 Pakistani ships from entering Strait of Hormuz

Islamabad | March 1, 2026 3:50:57 PM IST

Three vessels operated by the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) were stopped on Sunday by Iran from proceeding towards the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in West Asia, the ARY News reported. ... read..

Ahmad Vahidi appointed commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 3:50:51 PM IST

According to state-controlled Iranian media reports, Gen. Ahmad Vahidi has been appointed commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps following the assassination of Mohammad Fakhpour, reported TPS. ... read..

Oman: Palau-flagged oil tanker targeted off Musandam amid raging regional hostilities; 20 crew evacuated

Muscat | March 1, 2026 3:50:42 PM IST

A Palau-flagged oil tanker 'Skylight' was targeted in waters off Musandam Governorate, Gulf News reported, citing an official statement from Oman's Maritime Security Centre. ... read..

Israeli Air Force strikes Tehran heart targeting Iranian regime sites after Khamenei's killing

Tehran | March 1, 2026 3:21:09 PM IST

Following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, the Israeli Air Force has launched a new wave of strikes targeting sites linked to the Iranian regime in central Tehran, according to TPSIL. ... read..

CBSE's Class 10, 12 Board exams in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, S Arabia, UAE postponed

New Delhi | March 1, 2026 3:21:16 PM IST

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Sunday said that Class 10th and Class 12th board examinations scheduled for March 2, in select countries in West Asia have been postponed, in view of the prevailing situation in the region. ... read..

Millions of Israelis shelter as Iran missile fire marks second day of war

Middle East | March 1, 2026 3:20:57 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 1 (ANI/TPS): While the Israeli military highlighted major successes against Iran's leadership and military infrastructure, millions of Israelis spent Sunday morning in bomb shelters as the war entered its second day. ... read..

Iranian Defence Minister, Army's Chief of Staff killed in Israeli-US strikes

Tehran | March 1, 2026 3:20:47 PM IST

Iranian Army's Chief of Staff, Abdul Rahim Mousavi, and Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in the Israeli-US strikes in Iran, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday citing Iran's state-run media IRNA. ... read..

"They stabbed heart of the nation, their heart will be stabbed too": Iranian official Larijani vows crushing response after Khamenei's death

Tehran | March 1, 2026 2:51:28 PM IST

Senior Iranian official Ali Larijani on Sunday warned of a "far more crushing response" against the United States and Israel following what Iranian media described as the martyrdom of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. ... read..

Pakistan: 9 dead, 32 injured in protests near US Consulate in Karachi

Karachi | March 1, 2026 2:51:21 PM IST

At least nine people died on Sunday after clashes between protesters and Pakistani law enforcement personnel near the US Consulate in Karachi, Dawn News reported, citing the executive director of Civil Hospital Karachi's (CHK) trauma centre. ... read..

Tel Aviv sounds a fresh alarm as Iran launches missile attack, sirens blare across Israel

Tel Aviv | March 1, 2026 2:21:11 PM IST

Israel is on high alert after Iran launched a missile attack, with sirens sounding across Tel Aviv and other parts of the country. ... read..

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