Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently assured the nation that the government is providing all possible support to Indians stranded in Gulf countries amid the ongoing Gulf war. Speaking in poll-bound Kerala, the Prime Minister criticized Congress for "politicising" the crisis and making "provocative and irresponsible statements," which he claimed could worsen the situation for Indians abroad. PM Modi emphasized that India's missions and embassies in the Gulf region are offering round

​A missile fired by Hezbollah struck a satellite communications facility near the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh on Tuesday, damaging infrastructure at the site and injuring two people, according to emergency and military officials. The impact was captured in a dashcam video circulating online, showing the moment the missile hit the satellite station and caused visible damage to parts of the facility. Rescue services reported that two individuals sustained injuries in the blast. Both were tr

The relationship between Iran and India has long been defined by strategic patience, as Tehran maintains a nuanced and pragmatic approach to its ties with New Delhi. Despite India’s deepening defense relations with Israel and its comprehensive partnership with the United States, Iran has chosen to sustain its close relationship with India, recognizing the strategic value of energy ties and regional geopolitical balance. In a recent phone conversation between External Affairs Minis

Tensions across West Asia continued to escalate as the conflict between Israel and Iran entered its eleventh day, with new missile interceptions and expanding military operations reported across several parts of the region. The ongoing Israel-Iran war has heightened fears of a wider regional security crisis, as both sides signal that hostilities are far from over and military pressure may intensify in the coming days. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Tuesday that

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on Tuesday that any attack targeting the country’s infrastructure would provoke an immediate and proportional response, as tensions continue to rise following recent US-Israel strikes that have escalated the Middle East conflict. In a message posted on the social media platform X, Ghalibaf said Iran would not hesitate to retaliate if its critical facilities were attacked, emphasizing that the country would respond according to what he

In the midst of the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, which has caused significant global energy strain, India has begun sending 5,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh via the cross-border Friendship Pipeline. This move is part of an annual supply agreement in which India is committed to providing 180,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh each year. The first consignment arrived on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a five-year plan to address Bangladesh's worsening fuel shortage. Banglade

On March 10, 2026, the Lok Sabha took up an opposition resolution to remove Speaker Om Birla from office, citing allegations of bias towards the ruling party. The motion was introduced by Congress legislator Mohammad Jawed, along with MPs K Suresh and Mallu Ravi. As Jawed read out the notice for the resolution, a heated debate began regarding the presiding officer during the proceedings. AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi raised a point of order questioning the legitimacy of Jagdambika P

The escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are raising serious concerns for global energy markets, with analysts warning that the liquefied natural gas sector could be more severely affected than crude oil if the shipping route remains disrupted. While oil shipments have been partially redirected through alternative pipelines, LNG faces unique challenges due to its dependence on specialized tankers and highly centralized production, particularly in Qatar. Roughly 20 percent o

The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to intensify across West Asia, with fighting that began on February 28 now spreading to several countries in the region. The escalation began after coordinated attacks by the United States and Israel on Iranian targets, which triggered retaliatory strikes and military responses that have gradually widened the scope of the conflict. Over the past several days, multiple Gulf nations have reported attacks and security incidents, ra

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday described Iran as the world’s leading sponsor of terrorism and said the ongoing American mission against the country’s ruling clerical regime is aimed at making the world safer once its objectives are achieved. Speaking at an event at the US State Department, Rubio said the goals of the mission are clearly defined and focus on dismantling Iran’s ability to threaten the region and the wider international community through its military capabilities

India granted docking permission to Iranian naval vessels following their participation in multinational maritime events earlier this year, even as regional tensions intensified after a United States submarine sank one of the ships in the Indian Ocean. The Iranian vessels IRIS Lavan, IRIS Bushehr and IRIS Dena had taken part in the Milan 2026 multilateral naval exercise and the International Fleet Review held in Visakhapatnam in February, events designed to highlight cooperation among dozens of

Low cost drones are rapidly transforming modern warfare across the world. Recent conflicts such as the Russia Ukraine war and the ongoing tensions in the Middle East have shown how inexpensive loitering drones can challenge powerful military systems. Iran’s Shahed 136 drone has become one of the most talked about examples of this new form of warfare because of its ability to strike targets at long distances while costing only a fraction of traditional military aircraft. These dron

Political tensions in Andhra Pradesh intensified after Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila made strong remarks about former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. During a recent media interaction, Sharmila criticized Jagan’s political approach and accused him of ignoring public issues in the state while focusing mainly on matters related to his party leaders and cadres. According to Sharmila, Jagan’s recent visits to Andhra Pradesh appear to be limited to occasions rela

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a drone and missile strike targeting the Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, a facility known to host United States military personnel. In a statement released by the force’s public relations office, the IRGC said its drone unit carried out coordinated strikes on the base, describing it as a major command and control hub for US operations in the region. The statement alleged that 21 personnel connected

At least six people were killed after an Israeli airstrike destroyed a residential building in the town of Jibchit in southern Lebanon early Saturday, according to official reports. Among the victims were four members of the same family, highlighting the growing civilian toll as tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border continue to intensify. The attack was part of a series of overnight Israeli military operations targeting areas in southern Lebanon, where cross-border hostilities have incre

Rising tensions between the United States and Iran are creating new uncertainty in global energy markets as the administration of President Donald Trump considers deploying the US Navy to escort commercial oil tankers through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The move is being discussed as shipping traffic through the narrow waterway has slowed dramatically following recent attacks on tankers, raising concerns about the stability of global oil supply. The Strait of Hormuz is one of t

The conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel has intensified sharply, with the death toll from ongoing airstrikes reaching at least 1,230 since Saturday. The latest developments mark a significant escalation in the Middle East conflict, raising fears of wider regional instability and disruptions to global energy supply routes. In parallel with the strikes targeting Iran, the Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for the southern suburbs of Beirut, a densely popul

Russia has reportedly provided Iran with intelligence regarding the locations of United States military forces, according to people familiar with US intelligence assessments. The information is said to include satellite imagery showing the positions and movements of American troops, ships, and aircraft across parts of the region. Officials briefed on the matter indicated that much of the data came from Russia’s network of overhead surveillance satellites, marking the first indication that M

Residents across Dubai experienced widespread panic after receiving emergency alerts on their mobile phones warning of a possible missile threat on Friday. The alerts were issued amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Iran has launched missile and drone attacks targeting United States military installations across several Gulf countries during the past week. According to the notification sent to residents, people were advised to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary outdoor movement