BLA says it executed 7 Pak soldiers captured during Operation Herof II

32 injured as submarine attack sinks Iranian ship off Sri Lanka coast

Middle East tensions bleed markets red: Sensex crashes 1,100 points; Nifty50 down 1%

Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex crashed in trade on Wednesday on rising Middle East tensions and escalating US-Israel-Iran war. While Nifty50 went below 24,350 in intraday trade, BSE Sensex went below 78,500.

Stock market crash: Nifty50 ends over 1% down; BSE Sensex plunges over 1,100 points

Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex crashed in trade on Wednesday on rising Middle East tensions and escalating US-Israel-Iran war. While Nifty50 went below 24,350 in intraday trade, BSE Sensex went below 78,500.

Inside Trump’s second-term military playbook: Strikes, raids and global interventions

The most dramatic escalation came on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes across Iran targeting military installations and senior leadership. One strike hit a compound in Tehran housing the offices of the ayatollah, the Iranian presidency and the national security apparatus. The attack killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, sending shockwaves across the region.

MS Dhoni fined Rs 1000 after caught breaking traffic rules

MS Dhoni was fined Rs 1000 for overspeeding in Ranchi after an automated system issued an e-challan under the Motor Vehicles Act. He also recently received a notice over alleged misuse of a residential plot. Meanwhile, the 44-year-old is training with Chennai Super Kings, aiming for a stronger IPL 2026 after a poor 2025 season.

Senior Pentagon official breaks silence on Anthropic-Department of War dispute

A Pentagon official revealed alarming AI contract restrictions that could halt military operations. These limitations, found in contracts with Anthropic, prevented planning for potential combat scenarios. The dispute escalated when an AI executive questioned its use in a high-profile mission, leading to Anthropic being deemed a security risk and banned from government work, while OpenAI secured a new deal.

Day 5: US assets hit across Mid-East; Israel launches fresh strikes on Iran, Lebanon

Intense fighting grips the Middle East as Iran and the US-Israeli alliance escalate conflict. Tehran faces sustained strikes on military and nuclear sites, retaliating with attacks on regional US assets and Israel. Casualties mount on both sides, with evacuations underway for foreign nationals. The future leadership of Iran remains uncertain amidst the escalating violence.

5 of Bengaluru family die after car rams stationary truck in Chittoor

A tragic accident on the Palamaneru highway claimed the lives of five family members traveling from Bengaluru to Tirupati. Their car collided with a stationary truck, with police suspecting overspeeding and driver fatigue as contributing factors. Relatives have been notified and are en route to the scene.

From protests to polls: Nepal to vote after a Gen Z uprising redraws its political map

Nepal is at a critical juncture as nearly 19 million voters elect a new House of Representatives. This election is significantly influenced by a youth-led uprising that challenged the political establishment, fueled by resentment over unemployment and perceived elite excess. The vote reflects a generational demand for accountability and change.

Oil shock: Why Indian equities may be among most impacted in Asia by Iran war

India’s equity market, valued at around $5 trillion, has trailed most major global peers since late 2024 due to slower profit growth and limited participation in artificial intelligence-linked stocks.

US military base, hotel in Iraq targeted; drone downed near Baghdad airport

Erbil, Iraq, witnessed drone attacks on a US military base and a hotel Wednesday. Near Baghdad International Airport, another drone was intercepted, with no reported casualties or damage. These incidents follow a pattern of increased targeting of US military sites in the region amid heightened US-Iran tensions, with Iran-aligned militias vowing to continue their action

Consulate, CIA station and more: Iran attacks US assets in Middle East

Petronet LNG shares tumble 12% after Qatar production halt reports

Petronet LNG shares plummeted nearly 12% after reports of Qatar declaring force majeure on natural gas supplies due to an Iranian drone strike. This production halt has led to significant supply cuts for Indian industries, impacting sectors reliant on gas imports. The disruption also affected other gas distributors and is driving up global energy prices.

Bhojshala dispute: Historical records, ASI findings, full timeline and what comes next

The Bhojshala complex in Dhar, simultaneously known as a temple and mosque, remains a site of intense communal dispute. A recent 2,189-page ASI survey, intended to settle claims, has instead intensified the debate. The structure, built from reused temple materials, has seen centuries of conflicting religious use and legal battles.