A preliminary investigation by the United States military has concluded that a deadly missile strike that hit an elementary school in Iran was likely caused by a targeting error, according to officials familiar with the inquiry. The strike occurred on February 28 in the town of Minab, where a Tomahawk missile struck the Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school building during a series of attacks aimed at nearby Iranian naval facilities. Investigators say the incident appears to have resulted from

The ongoing conflict between Iran and the joint front of Israel and the United States entered its 12th day on Wednesday, with renewed missile strikes and escalating regional tensions across the Middle East. Iranian forces launched fresh missile attacks targeting central Israel before dawn, triggering air raid sirens in several cities. Israeli air defence systems responded swiftly and intercepted incoming rockets, preventing major damage and casualties, according to preliminary reports. At th

A Thai-flagged cargo ship, Mayuree Naree, sailing toward Gujarat, was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on March 11, 2026. The vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile approximately 11 nautical miles off the northern coast of Oman, sparking a fire on board. The incident prompted a swift rescue operation by the Omani navy, which successfully evacuated 20 of the 23 crew members, while three remained aboard. According to maritime security sources, the attack occurred in

Iran has reportedly deployed its elite counterterrorism unit, known as NOPO, to safeguard newly appointed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei following the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a strike on a compound in Tehran on February 28. The black-clad special force has long served as a key protective unit for the Iranian leadership and is now believed to be responsible for ensuring the security of the country’s new supreme authority amid heightened tensions in

In a tragic incident amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, two Indian nationals were killed, and another remains missing after merchant vessels were targeted during hostilities in the region. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed the casualties on Wednesday, revealing that the Indian nationals were aboard commercial ships when the attacks took place. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the situation, stating that the government is closely monitoring the situation

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

In a recent development, actor Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohael Khaturiya have officially ended their four-year marriage. The Bandra Family Court in Mumbai granted the couple a mutual divorce, marking the formal end of their relationship. The decision comes after Motwani approached the court seeking a separation by mutual consent, with no claims for alimony or streedhan, which is quite unusual in celebrity divorces. Represented by advocate Adnan Shaikh, Motwani revealed during

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

Khushboo Sundar, the actress and politician, has responded to the ongoing rumours regarding Vijay Thalapathy and Trisha Krishnan's alleged affair, following their recent appearance together at a wedding reception. This event occurred shortly after Vijay's wife, Sankgeetha Sornalingam, filed for divorce, fueling media speculations about the relationship between Vijay and Trisha. Khushboo shared her opinion on the matter, stating that it is ultimately a personal issue for Vijay and Tr

​Ohio State University has begun the search for a new president following the sudden resignation of Ted Carter, marking the second leadership departure at the institution in less than four years. Carter stepped down on Monday after submitting his resignation over the weekend, despite a contractual requirement that university presidents provide six months’ notice before leaving their position. University officials confirmed that Carter acknowledged having an inappropriate relationship wit

Dozens of judges serving on Illinois circuit and appellate courts will appear on ballots during the 2026 primary election, placing renewed attention on how the state’s judiciary functions and how voters can evaluate candidates before casting their vote. Judicial races often receive less attention than statewide contests, yet the officials elected in these positions will make decisions that directly affect legal matters ranging from criminal prosecutions to civil disputes and family cases.

Authorities in Rowlett, Texas, have seized more than 62,000 suspected counterfeit luxury items and arrested one individual following an investigation into the alleged sale of fake designer merchandise through Facebook Live broadcasts. The Rowlett Police Department confirmed that the operation uncovered a large-scale distribution of imitation luxury products representing several well-known international brands. The investigation began in February after police received a tip about an online se

Global oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday after the United States confirmed that a naval escort ensured the safe passage of an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane for the world’s energy markets. The announcement helped calm investors who had been reacting to escalating geopolitical tensions and fears of a major oil supply disruption linked to the ongoing Iran conflict. U.S. crude oil dropped around 15 percent to $79.96 per barrel, while Brent crude, t

India has approved changes to its foreign direct investment policy to allow Chinese companies to invest in selected sectors, marking a cautious step toward improving economic ties between the two countries after years of strained relations. The decision was cleared by the Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is aimed at easing investment constraints faced by certain industries while strengthening domestic manufacturing capacity. Under the revised policy framework, C

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 a major turn of events in the Delhi Excise Policy scam case, the Delhi High Court has issued notices to all 23 accused, including Telangana Jagruthi leader Kavitha, former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia. This development follows the trial court's decision to discharge all the accused on February 27, 2025. The High Court’s action came after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) filed an appeal, challenging the trial court's discharge order. Sol

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court has temporarily stayed the adverse remarks made by the Rouse Avenue Court against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which had earlier cleared Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia of all charges in the controversial liquor policy case. The local court had harshly criticized the CBI, describing its investigation as “demonstrably erroneous, economically illiterate, and legally unsustainable,” claiming that the prosecution failed to provide suff

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