Gulf travel update: Dubai, UAE, Bahrain and Qatar see some flights resume amid Iran war

Airlines are cautiously resuming limited flights to the Middle East to evacuate thousands stranded by escalating Gulf conflict. Following US-Iran strikes and retaliatory attacks, widespread airspace closures caused major disruptions. Indian carriers are stepping in to repatriate citizens, though some flight cancellations persist amid ongoing tensions.

US hits Iran’s ‘command & control’ sites; Trump says war ‘can be fought forever’

US President Donald Trump said America has an “unlimited supply” of weapons and claimed wars can be fought “forever” as tensions with Iran escalate following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has launched retaliatory strikes, including a drone attack on the US embassy in Riyadh, while the US says it destroyed key Iranian military facilities. Civilian casualties are mounting, Israel and Hezbollah continue exchanging fire, and oil prices are rising amid fears of regional escalation.

US-Israel-Iran war hits oil supplies: How India is preparing for the economic fallout

The geopolitical strain has pushed up global oil and gas prices. For India, which relies heavily on imports, this surge translates into a higher import bill and adds to inflationary pressures. India depends on overseas purchases for almost 90 per cent of its crude oil needs.

First-year PG medical student found hanging in Ahmedabad college hostel

A 26-year-old first-year orthopaedics student, Chintan Parmar, was found hanging in his hostel room at Dr M K Shah Medical College in Ahmedabad. His roommate discovered the body, and doctors attempted resuscitation but declared him dead. Preliminary inquiries suggest he was under stress, though the exact reason for the extreme step is yet to be established.

At least 6 killed after van collides with double-decker bus in Hathras

According to Additional Superintendent of Police Ramanand Kushwaha,15 am. The accident involved a van travelling from Delhi to Dholpur in Rajasthan and a double-decker bus heading from Noida to Gorakhpur.

Bad Bunny breaks Super Bowl viewership record despite backlash

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl 60 halftime show set a new global record with more than 4.1 billion total views, the NFL announced on March 2. While his TV rating ranked fourth all time at 128.2 million viewers, digital engagement pushed him past every previous performer. Social media impressions, streaming spikes, and chart dominance on Apple Music underscored the global impact, marking a milestone moment for both the artist and the league.

Inside Keerthy Suresh’s beautiful home: Her and Anthony Thattil’s ‘house of fun’

After fifteen years of togetherness, National Award-winning actor Keerthy Suresh and her husband, Anthony Thattil, have finally opened the doors to their sanctuary in Kochi—a vibrant, soulful space they aptly call the "House of Fun."

US Embassy to all Americans: Follow these WhatsApp channel for timely notifications

Americans are urged to exercise heightened caution globally due to potential security risks, as advised by the US Department of State. Citizens are encouraged to stay informed on local developments, avoid conflict zones, and enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program for emergency contact. Timely security updates are also available via a dedicated WhatsApp channel.

Former Union minister KP Unnikrishnan passes away in Kozhikode

Veteran Congress leader and former Union Minister KP Unnikrishnan has passed away at the age of 90 in Kozhikode. Unnikrishnan, a long-serving parliamentarian, represented the Vadakara constituency for nearly three decades and was an influential figure in Kerala politics. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed his deep condolences.

‘Chhoti soch hai’: Afridi tears into 50 lakh fine, demands 2-year exile for some

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi strongly opposes fines for players after their T20 World Cup exit. He calls the proposed PKR 5 million penalty small thinking. Afridi suggests sending underperforming players to first-class cricket. Some players, he believes, should be out of the Pakistan team for two years. He also calls for better workload management and player changes.

Blank cheques, threats & humiliation: Triple suicide horror in Hyderabad; 4 arrested

Four money lenders have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly abetting the suicide of a family of three. The victims, a couple and their son, reportedly took their lives due to relentless harassment and threats from financiers demanding repayment of a ₹57 lakh loan. Police recovered suicide notes and seized blank cheques and land documents from the deceased.

Rosanna Pansino questions MrBeast views after 1.45 billion claim

Rosanna Pansino questioned whether MrBeast’s reported 1.45 billion viewers included paid promotions after a claim by Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold. She said she was citing public ad data, not making an accusation. Online reactions were divided. Neither MrBeast nor his company has responded, while his recent “negative money” comment also drew attention.

How long will the Iran war last? What US, Israel signalled amid widening conflict

Stock market holiday for Holi: Will NSE, BSE remain closed on March 3 or 4?

Dalal Street will observe a holiday on March 3rd for Holi, providing a break for traders and investors. The stock market operates on weekdays, excluding weekends and exchange-declared holidays, with specific timings for pre-open, regular trading, closing, and block deal sessions.

From Ukraine to Gulf: How Iran’s cheap drones are changing modern warfare

Iranian Shahed drones, previously seen in Ukraine, are now a common threat over the Persian Gulf, targeting multiple Gulf states and Israel following US and Israeli attacks. These cost-effective, AI-enabled drones, also produced by Russia as Gerans, are deployed in swarms to overwhelm air defenses, causing significant damage and straining defensive capabilities across the region.