World

Alireza Arafi appointed as Jurist in Iran’s Leadership Council

Arafi will be part of the temporary Leadership Council alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian and Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, as per Al Jazeera.

2026-03-01T10:47:36.066117+00:00 IST

Nepal urges restraint among Middle Eastern countries

It urged both parties to exercise restraint and ensure the protection of civilians.

2026-03-01T10:40:56.871413+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese vessels, balloon around itself

In a post on X, the MND stated, "7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 1 PRC balloon was detected during this timeframe. ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded."

2026-03-01T10:30:28.965238+00:00 IST

Shia communities rally worldwide after Khamenei's death

In Tehran and other Iranian cities, millions were reported to have mourned the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. Crowds filled streets in Isfahan and Zanjan, while chants of "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" echoed at the Hazrat Masoumeh Shrine in Qom, Press TV reported.

2026-03-01T10:28:24.945377+00:00 IST

"Major blow to shadow fleet" after North Sea seizure: Macron

French and Belgian forces intercepted a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the North Sea to enforce sanctions against Russia. Following a helicopter-assisted boarding by special forces, the vessel is being escorted to Zeebrugge for seizure, aiming to cut off funding for the war in Ukraine.

2026-03-01T10:25:44.022333+00:00 IST

Oil tanker targeted off Oman; 20 crew members evacuated

Following the reported deaths of Iran's Supreme Leader and top military chiefs in US-Israeli strikes, regional tensions have erupted. While an oil tanker was targeted off Oman, Iran has launched retaliatory strikes against US-linked targets in several Gulf states, sparking fears of an escalating Middle Eastern conflict.

2026-03-01T09:58:53.603681+00:00 IST

Ahmad Vahidi appointed commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guards

Ahmad Vahidi, a former Quds Force commander wanted by Interpol since 2007 for the 1994 AMIA bombing in Buenos Aires that killed 85 people, was appointed deputy chief of Iran's armed forces general staff in October 2025. Vahidi has previously served as Iran's Minister of Defense and Interior.

2026-03-01T09:42:41.219439+00:00 IST

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Hillary Clinton denies knowledge of Epstein crimes in Testimony

"Let me be as clear as I can. I do not," she said. "As I stated in my sworn declaration on January 13, I had no idea about their criminal activities. I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein. I never flew on his plane or visited his island, homes or offices. I have nothing to add to that."

2026-02-27T04:34:50.156216+00:00 IST

US DOW slams Anthropic CEO after firm rejects AI demands

DOW slams Anthropic CEO after firm rejects AI dema

2026-02-27T04:16:00.664530+00:00 IST

Anthropic cuts off Claude access to CCP-linked firms

US-based artificial intelligence company Anthropic has said it cut off access to its AI model Claude for firms linked to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), forgoing several hundred million dollars in revenue as part of efforts to safeguard America's technological lead.

2026-02-27T03:08:30.519641+00:00 IST

Europe

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Pope Leo XIV expresses sorrow on Nigeria attacks

Through an X post, Pope Leo XIV said, "It is with sorrow and concern that I learned of the recent attacks against various communities in Nigeria, leading to a heavy loss of life...."

2026-02-08T19:29:41.108028+00:00 IST

UKPNP raises alarm over military takeover of aviation ground

Maqsood alleged that walls are being erected around the ground, indicating a gradual takeover by the Pakistani military. Drawing a historical parallel, he said, occupying forces often justify such actions in the name of public welfare and development, while dissenting voices are either silenced or co-opted.

2026-02-08T13:20:58.957765+00:00 IST

Anti-Olympics protest in Milan turns violent

According to CNN, thousands of protesters marched through Milan earlier in the day to oppose the 2026 Winter Olympics, citing environmental concerns about construction projects and what they described as the economic and social costs of hosting the Games.

2026-02-08T00:03:18.441344+00:00 IST

Pacific

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.4 jolts Vanuatu Islands

An earthquake of magnitude 6.4 jolted Vanuatu Islands on Wednesday.

2023-07-26T13:40:22.365469+00:00 IST

US Secretary of State Blinken visits Tonga

Following the United States's move to open an embassy in the Pacific island nation of Tonga on May 9, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has pledged to support Pacific countries, reiterating a warning about the perils of 'predatory' Chinese investment, reported Al Jazeera.

2023-07-26T04:09:33.865646+00:00 IST

India one of most sought-after players globally: Campbell

"First of all, I don't think it's a secret that India is one of the most sought after players on the global stage. You see a number of countries seeking to build deeper, more consequential relationships in trade and technology and people-to-people with India. And I'm just happy to say that the United States has taken its own step to develop much further the relationship between the two sides."

2023-07-06T03:43:38.760552+00:00 IST

Others

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PM Modi's visit to Ethiopia elevates bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ethiopia has elevated bilateral ties to a 'Strategic Partnership,' marking a significant milestone in India-Ethiopia relations. The visit yielded several key outcomes, including agreements on customised cooperation, the establishment of a data centre, and UN peacekeeping training.

2025-12-16T22:39:46.574496+00:00 IST

Had this visit been in accordance with normal diplomatic process

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised that the warmth and affection shown by the Ethiopian leadership and people facilitated the visit, enabling it to proceed quickly and circumvent the lengthy routine diplomatic procedures.

2025-12-16T22:09:05.264767+00:00 IST

PM Modi bestowed with 28 top foreign State awards

Ethiopia on Tuesday conferred its highest award- The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia - on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the recognition belongs to the countless Indians whose trust, contributions, and efforts have shaped and strengthened the bilateral partnership.

2025-12-16T19:13:03.691994+00:00 IST

Asia

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"Had not anticipated": Sri Lankan MP after US torpedoes IRIS Dena

Sri Lankan MP Harsha de Silva expressed shock over the US torpedoing an Iranian warship, IRIS Dena, in the Indian Ocean and said that they did what they had to do after getting a distress call.

2026-03-07T12:39:32.719796+00:00 IST

Chinese authorities jail Tibetan monk for 6 years

The Chinese government has sentenced Palden Yeshe, a Tibetan monk, to six years in prison for teaching Tibetan language to over 300 students during their school holidays, drawing renewed criticism over China's tightening restrictions on Tibetan cultural and linguistic practices, as reported by Radio Station Voice of Tibet (VoT) and cited by Phayul.

2026-03-07T10:59:09.212263+00:00 IST

Taiwan detects 2 Chinese sorties, 6 vessels, 1 ship around itself

Both the sorties entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.

2026-03-07T10:46:09.502253+00:00 IST

Middle East

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"Any leader appointed by Iran regime a target for elimination"

Defence Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday warned that any leader appointed by the Iranian regime to replace Ali Khamenei will be a "target for elimination."

2026-03-04T06:52:32.464938+00:00 IST

Seyed Araghchi says Tehran determined to defend itself

Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, on Wednesday reiterated that Tehran is determined to defend itself.

2026-03-04T06:24:28.674515+00:00 IST

"No evidence of Iran building nuclear bomb," says IAEA DG

In an interview to CNN, Grossi said that the IAEA had no indication of a systematic program to build a nuclear weapon.

2026-03-04T06:03:30.995280+00:00 IST

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Asia

Iran blocks 3 Pakistani ships from entering Strait of Hormuz

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.

2026-03-01T09:39:19.544949+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iranian Defence Minister, Army’s Chief of Staff killed

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

2026-03-01T09:37:22.368987+00:00 IST

Middle East

Millions of Israelis shelter after Iranian missile fires

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.

2026-03-01T09:24:52.774461+00:00 IST

Middle East

Israeli Air Force strikes Tehran's heart

Citing the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), the agency reported that the Air Force, operating under the direction of its Intelligence Directorate, initiated a broad series of attacks against what it described as targets of the Iranian regime in the heart of Tehran.

2026-03-01T09:14:14.860405+00:00 IST

Middle East

CBSE postpones March 2 class 10th, 12th exams in Middle East

In an official circular issued, the Board informed that examinations slated for Monday, March 2, for both Class X and Class XII students in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) stand postponed. Revised dates will be announced later. The Students have been advised to remain in touch with their respective schools for further updates and to follow official announcements carefully.

2026-03-01T09:10:39.793956+00:00 IST

Asia

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

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.

2026-03-01T08:55:51.064479+00:00 IST

Middle East

Iran's Larijani vows crushing response after Khamenei's death

"US must know they stabbed the heart of the nation, their heart will be stabbed too," Larijani said, according to Press TV, vowing retaliation after what Tehran called a US-Israeli attack that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, also called the "Leader of the Islamic Revolution."

2026-03-01T08:47:29.003224+00:00 IST

Middle East

Tel Aviv sounds a fresh alarm as Iran launches missile attack

The alert system notified civilians to be prepared to enter a safe area immediately upon detection of a launch and to remain ready in case sirens were triggered in vicinty. Shortly afterwards, air raid sirens were heard in Israel, as incoming threats were reported.

2026-03-01T08:12:55.299786+00:00 IST

Asia

JSFM alleges crackdown on Sindhi National Movement

The Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) has alleged an intensified crackdown on Sindhi nationalist activists across Sindh, claiming that state institutions are targeting members of the movement through raids, arrests, and enforced disappearances.

2026-03-01T08:05:51.268340+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Several injured in clashes between police, protesters

At least five people were injured on Sunday after heavy clashes broke out between police and demonstrators outside the US consulate in Karachi who were protesting against the US-Israeli strikes in Iran, GeoTV reported.

2026-03-01T07:41:27.433033+00:00 IST

Asia

BYC flags health concern on Mahrang Baloch

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating health and continued detention of its organiser, Mahrang Baloch, describing her imprisonment as unlawful and politically motivated.

2026-03-01T07:23:33.038620+00:00 IST

New York City Mayor Mamdani condemns strikes on Iran by US-Israel

In a post on X, he said, "Today's military strikes on Iran -- carried out by the United States and Israel -- mark a catastrophic escalation in an illegal war of aggression. Bombing cities. Killing civilians. Opening a new theater of war. Americans do not want this. They do not want another war in pursuit of regime change. They want relief from the affordability crisis. They want peace."

2026-03-01T07:19:54.552347+00:00 IST

Middle East

Nepali migrant workers face uncertainty

Nepali migrant workers are facing a tough time as West Asian nations have halted flights, leaving thousands stranded without a way to return home or join their companies. Many had travelled to these countries for work, but with flight suspensions, they're stuck in limbo.

2026-03-01T07:14:41.899274+00:00 IST

Asia

HRCP raises alarm over forced evictions in Pakistan

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed deep concern over the forced eviction of long-settled families in the Umerkot district, calling it a grave violation of human rights and a sign of systemic policing failures.

2026-03-01T06:42:15.463132+00:00 IST