As Ramadan comes to a close in 2026, Muslims across the globe eagerly await the celebration of Eid ul-Fitr, marking the end of a month of fasting and spiritual reflection. The exact date of Eid, however, depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, making it a topic of great anticipation. Eid ul-Fitr, which marks the beginning of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar, is celebrated based on lunar cycles. This means that the date of Eid can vary from country to country, depending on

A major fire broke out in a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday morning, sending thick plumes of black smoke across the New York skyline just hours before the city’s St Patrick’s Day parade. Authorities said the incident began shortly before 10 am near East 43rd Street and Madison Avenue, a busy area close to Grand Central Terminal. Emergency crews from the Fire Department of New York responded swiftly, dispatching multiple fire engines and ladder companies to the scene. D

Severe storms sweeping across the state of New Jersey caused dramatic damage to rail infrastructure after a tree crashed through the cab of a moving train, narrowly avoiding serious injuries. The incident occurred on the Atlantic City Rail Line, highlighting the intensity of the overnight weather conditions that battered parts of the region. According to officials, the tree struck the engineer’s cab during the height of the storm. Despite the severity of the impact, the train engine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, as tensions continue to escalate across the West Asian region. The discussion focused on regional stability, recent developments in the Middle East crisis, and the importance of safeguarding critical global energy routes. During the call, both leaders underscored the need to ensure safe and uninterrupted navigation through the Strait of

India has sharply criticised Pakistan at the United Nations, accusing it of repeatedly fabricating narratives around Islamophobia to target neighbouring countries while diverting attention from its own domestic and regional record. The remarks were made during a session of the UN General Assembly marking the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, where India’s Permanent Representative Parvathaneni Harish delivered a firm and direct response to Pakistan’s allegations. Addressing

Europe’s financial markets are facing a critical moment and must urgently reform to remain competitive in a rapidly shifting global investment landscape, according to the head of the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund. Nicolai Tangen, chief executive of Norges Bank Investment Management, which oversees Norway’s $2 trillion wealth fund, has issued a stark warning that Europe risks falling further behind unless it addresses long-standing structural issues in its capital markets. Speaking

The conflict in West Asia has entered its third week, with hostilities intensifying across multiple fronts and raising concerns about a broader regional escalation. Israeli President Isaac Herzog called on European nations to support Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hezbollah, as Israeli forces continued ground operations in southern Lebanon. The situation in Lebanon deteriorated further after Hezbollah launched attacks on Israel earlier this month, following the reported killing of Iran’s

Ugadi, the Hindu New Year festival, will be celebrated on Thursday, March 19, 2026. This auspicious day, falling during the Chaitra month of the Hindu lunar calendar, marks the arrival of the spring season and the beginning of the harvest period. Celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion, particularly in Karnataka, Ugadi is a time for renewal, spiritual growth, and emotional well-being. Ugadi Timings (I

A series of drone attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates’ critical energy infrastructure has intensified concerns over prolonged supply disruptions as regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict continue to escalate. The incidents have struck key oil and gas facilities, disrupted shipping routes, and heightened volatility in global energy markets. Operations at the Shah gas field, one of the world’s largest ultra-sour gas developments, remained suspended after a drone stri

China on Tuesday announced that it will extend humanitarian assistance to several West Asia countries, including Iran and Lebanon, as the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel enters its third week and continues to escalate. The move reflects Beijing’s growing concern over the worsening humanitarian situation across the region, where sustained military operations have disrupted civilian life and critical infrastructure. Speaking at a regular press briefing, Chinese Foreig

On March 16, 2026, a devastating Pakistani airstrike hit a drug treatment

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured all five Rajya Sabha seats in

Apple has acquired MotionVFX, a company known for developing plugins, templates, and visual effects tools designed for use with Apple’s professional video editing software, Final Cut Pro. The move is expected to strengthen Apple’s creative software ecosystem by integrating MotionVFX’s editing technologies directly into its platform, giving professional editors and content creators expanded tools for video production. MotionVFX confirmed the development in a statement posted on

Canadian colleges and polytechnics are intensifying efforts to strengthen skills training and education partnerships with India as both countries seek to deepen collaboration in workforce development and higher education. A delegation of college and polytechnic presidents, organized by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), began a five-day visit to India on March 16, 2026, with scheduled engagements in New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. CICan represents 127 public colleges and institutes ac

Multiple explosions were reported across parts of Kabul late Monday night, heightening concerns over escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Residents in several neighborhoods, particularly in the western parts of the Afghan capital, said powerful blasts were followed by the sound of aircraft flying at low altitude over the city. Witnesses described a tense atmosphere as security forces and emergency responders rushed to the affected areas to assess the situation. Sources indic

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday released a video on social media appearing to dismiss rumours circulating online that falsely claimed he had died. The clip, shared through his official account on the platform X, shows the Israeli leader casually speaking with people at an outdoor location while purchasing a cup of coffee. The post surfaced as speculation and misinformation about the prime minister’s health and status spread across various social media platforms.

US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that Iran’s military capabilities have been severely degraded following two weeks of joint US-Israeli military operations across the country. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump asserted that Iran had been reduced to what he described as a “paper tiger,” arguing that extensive strikes had significantly damaged the country’s air force, navy and key defense infrastructure. According to the president, the campaign targeted

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held extensive discussions with foreign ministers from the 27 member states of the European Union during a meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on Monday. The talks focused on key global developments, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, tensions in West Asia, evolving strategic dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region and the future trajectory of India-EU relations. Jaishankar attended the meeting at the invitation of