International
Iran struck areas near Israel’s southern nuclear research zone as U.S. President Donald Trump sharply escalated pressure on Tehran by warning that Iranian power plants could be targeted if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. The exchange marked another dangerous turn in the widening regional conflict, with both military and energy infrastructure now at the […]
National
The Centre has removed temporary fare caps on domestic air travel, allowing airlines to price tickets freely again from March 23 as operating costs continue to rise sharply. The move comes after months of restrictions that were introduced during the aviation disruption linked to the IndiGo crisis, but airlines had argued that soaring fuel and […]
National Politics
Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor has said he stands vindicated on his prediction that Nitish Kumar would not remain Chief Minister of Bihar, even while admitting that his earlier forecast about the NDA losing power had proved wrong. His remarks came amid growing political speculation after Nitish Kumar’s move to the Rajya Sabha. Prashant Kishor […]
East India State News
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday sharpened her attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Assembly elections, calling him the “biggest infiltrator” while accusing the BJP and the Centre of trying to influence Bengal through voter roll changes. She made the remarks at an Eid gathering in Kolkata as the political […]
Cricket Sports
England’s post-Ashes review has brought fresh attention to tensions inside the Test setup, with reports saying captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum questioned each other’s methods after the team’s heavy 1-4 series defeat in Australia. Even so, the dispute now appears to have cooled, with both men expected to continue working together. Stokes […]
International
Bangladesh is moving to secure around $2 billion in fresh external funding as it struggles with soaring fuel and LNG costs during the wider West Asia crisis. The push comes as Dhaka tries to protect energy supplies, manage import pressure and avoid deeper disruption to electricity generation and industrial activity. Bangladesh Seeks $2 Billion Energy […]
International
At least 3,220 people have been killed in Iran since the war began, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which said the toll includes 1,398 civilians, at least 210 children, 1,165 military personnel and 657 people whose status has not yet been classified. AFP said it could not independently verify the figures […]
International
An Iranian strike on the southern Israeli town of Dimona left 39 people injured, according to Israeli emergency responders, in one of the most sensitive attacks of the conflict so far because the town is home to Israel’s main nuclear facility. Medics said most injuries were caused by shrapnel at multiple impact sites, with a […]
National
Air India has warned that rising jet fuel costs triggered by the West Asia conflict could weaken travel demand and force the airline to consider cutting some flights if costs remain elevated. The warning reflects the growing pressure on carriers as fuel prices surge and fare hikes become harder to pass on fully to passengers. […]
International
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as tensions in West Asia continued to rise, with both sides discussing the latest regional developments. The call reflects India’s continued diplomatic engagement with Tehran at a time when the conflict is affecting security, shipping and energy flows across the