ABU DHABI — March 26, 2026 (Thursday): An Indian national was among two people killed on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Abu Dhabi after debris from a missile interception struck the city. The second victim was a Pakistani citizen, while three others — including another Indian national and a Jordanian — were injured. The incident occurred on Sweihan Street, where debris fell following the successful interception of a ballistic

On March 25, 2026, Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman marked Genocide Day with a powerful message that signaled a clear shift from the softer approach to Pakistan observed during the previous interim government under Muhammad Yunus. Rahman’s remarks were made on social media, describing March 25, 1971, as "one of the most disgraceful and brutal days" in the country's history, highlighting the atrocities carried out by Pakistani forces during Operation Searchlight. Rahman recounted how

The Supreme Court of India on March 24, 2026, asked the West Bengal government if the Enforcement Directorate (ED) could approach the state police for a remedy regarding the alleged interference by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during the ED’s raids on the political consultancy firm I-PAC. This comes amid growing controversy surrounding the ED's legal plea under Article 32 of the Constitution, which seeks a CBI investigation into the alleged obstruction of its raids by Mamata Banerjee and

In the midst of the ongoing war, Iran has continued to export millions of barrels of oil, with about 90 ships, including oil tankers, crossing the critical Strait of Hormuz between March 1 and 15, 2026. Despite the waterway being effectively "closed" to most traffic due to the conflict, Iran has managed to keep its oil exports flowing, benefitting from its control over this vital chokepoint. According to maritime traffic data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, Iran has relied on a mix

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

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

WASHINGTON — The Federal Bureau of Investigation is preparing to assign additional agents to Washington, D.C., as part of an ongoing federal effort aimed at reducing violent crime across the nation’s capital. Officials say the move will strengthen the work already being carried out by the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force, a collaborative initiative involving federal and local law enforcement agencies. According to an FBI spokesperson, a small group of newly trained agents grad

The United States government has urged Americans in parts of the Middle East to leave the region as fighting linked to the escalating Iran war intensifies, complicating travel and raising security concerns. The State Department issued updated guidance advising citizens to depart from 14 countries, including Israel, Lebanon, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, as regional security conditions deteriorate. Until recently, Americans in several of these countries had been instructed to s

The District of Columbia has lifted the health advisory for the Potomac River following a prolonged sewage spill that began about a month and a half ago. Officials cited consistently normal E.Coli levels for the past three weeks as the primary reason for removing the advisory on Monday morning. The DC Director of Health emphasized that protecting the health and safety of residents remains a top priority and confirmed that conditions within the District’s portion of the river no longer pose an

Drivers traveling along Route 22 in North Plainfield should prepare for delays over the next two weeks as lane closures take effect for construction work. Beginning at 9 a.m. today, the left lane and shoulder on both eastbound and westbound sides of Route 22 will be closed between Malcolm Avenue and the Walmart Shopping Center. Officials said the traffic adjustment is necessary to carry out repairs to the concrete median barrier in the area, part of a broader effort to maintain and strengthen ro

Illinois voters are preparing to head to the polls for a series of high-profile races in the upcoming March 17 primary election, with contests ranging from U.S. Senate and governor to congressional seats and local judgeships. Although the standard voter registration period has closed across the state, eligible residents still have opportunities to register and cast their ballots before and on Election Day. The Illinois primary election will determine party nominees for several state

LARGO, Md. — Facing mounting public pressure over sharply rising utility costs, Maryland lawmakers and local officials are advancing a series of measures aimed at delivering immediate financial relief while pursuing long-term changes to the state’s energy infrastructure. The coordinated push reflects growing concern among residents who say recent power bills have become increasingly difficult to manage. In Annapolis, the administration of Gov. Wes Moore introduced Senate Bill 38

Following Pakistan's narrow loss to England in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match, former cricketers Mohammad Hafeez and Saqlain Mushtaq found themselves in a heated argument over Mohammad Nawaz’s role in the team. The altercation occurred during a discussion on the popular sports show Game on Hai, where Saqlain defended Nawaz’s dual potential as both a bowler and a batsman. Hafeez, however, disagreed, emphasizing Nawaz’s primary responsibility as a bowler and arguing

Pakistan’s T20 World Cup journey faces a significant challenge after a narrow two-wicket loss to England in their second Super 8 match, leaving them with just one point from two games. Harry Brook's stellar 100 guided England to a win, securing their place in the semi-finals, while Pakistan's hopes now depend on a win against Sri Lanka and favorable results from other teams in their group. For Pakistan to make it to the semi-finals, they must win their final Super 8 match against

WASHINGTON — DC Water officials said recent snow and rain have not worsened contamination levels linked to the Potomac sewer line failure, even as crews confront new engineering hurdles and unresolved questions about how repair costs will be divided. The agency confirmed that Mayor Muriel Bowser previously sought full federal reimbursement for the sewer collapse under disaster aid provisions. However, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers indicated Monday that the current agreement cov

Ohio lawmakers are advancing a proposal that would allow residents to claim state income tax deductions for qualifying church donations, arguing the move would bring Ohio policy in line with federal tax law while strengthening faith-based services across local communities. House Bill 444, also known as the Tithing Protection Act, was introduced last fall by Republican Rep. Josh Williams of Sylvania Township and Democratic Rep. Dontavius Jarrells of Columbus. The measure received its first he

Phillipsburg officials say repair work on several large sinkholes could take days or even weeks as crews continue to assess the extent of the damage and investigate the underlying cause. Local authorities are working closely with engineers and utility providers to determine whether additional ground failures could occur in the affected area. Mayor Randy Piazza Jr. said the town is taking the situation seriously, noting that while the region sits on a substantial limestone deposit wh

Hundreds of Lufthansa flights were cancelled across Germany on Thursday after pilots and flight attendants launched coordinated strike action, disrupting travel plans for tens of thousands of passengers and straining operations at the country’s busiest airports. Aircraft operated by Germany’s largest carrier remained grounded at major hubs including Frankfurt and Munich as employees walked out in a dispute centered on pay, benefits and long-term employment conditions. The airlin