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Debris from intercepted missiles kills two in UAE, reports say

Debris from intercepted missiles kills two in UAE, reports say

Two people were killed and three injured in Abu Dhabi after debris from intercepted missiles fell on a street, as UAE air defences continue responding to repeated threats. The total number of deaths has risen to 11 after the latest incident in Abu Dhabi, Gulf News reported

Russia-Ukraine war: Turkish firm-operated tanker attacked in Black Sea

A Turkish-operated oil tanker carrying crude oil from Russia was hit by an explosion in the Black Sea, possibly caused by an unmanned surface vehicle. Turkish authorities are investigating the incident and monitoring the situation closely

26 March,2026 03:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Bangladesh: 23 dead after passenger bus plunges into Padma River

According to the police, emergency operations were temporarily halted due to darkness but are set to resume in daylight. Multiple agencies, including fire services, navy personnel, and police, have been involved in the ongoing rescue effort

26 March,2026 03:12 PM IST | Dhaka | mid-day online correspondent

Look forward to spending time with President Xi, says Trump on China visit

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that First Lady Melania Trump will accompany the President, and that President Xi and his wife, Madame Peng, are expected to visit Washington, DC, later this year

26 March,2026 02:03 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent

Food poisoning in Osaka schools affects over 600, supplier suspended

More than 600 students and staff in Kumatori Town, Osaka, fell ill with symptoms of food poisoning linked to contaminated bread served in school lunches. Authorities detected norovirus and have suspended the supplier for five days

26 March,2026 01:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IRGC warns US-Israel against possible ground operation

In a statement, the IRGC cautioned that any invading forces would face severe consequences, urging foreign governments not to risk the lives of their soldiers

26 March,2026 01:46 PM IST | Tehran | mid-day online correspondent

'Playful Lynx' picture by Austrian photographer wins global photography contest

This year’s competition saw strong global participation, with over 60,000 entries submitted from 113 countries and territories. From these, a shortlist of 24 images was selected, alongside 100 winners announced earlier in October 2025

26 March,2026 12:02 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav

US Centcom says USS Abraham Lincoln continues operations against targets in Iran

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) is the fifth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier in the United States Navy

26 March,2026 09:43 AM IST | Washington | ANI

Amazon acquires robotics startup Fauna, eyes expansion into home robots

The move signals a shift to smaller, interactive robots designed for homes rather than heavy-duty industrial work

26 March,2026 09:36 AM IST | Seattle | Agencies

Two arrested in London over arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances

Police have not declared the incident to be a terror attack, but are investigating a claim of responsibility by a group with potential links to Iran

26 March,2026 09:35 AM IST | London | Agencies

West Asia war: Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to hold open house on March 27

He further said that Iran is monitoring all enemy movements

26 March,2026 09:21 AM IST | Abu Dhabi | ANI

Russia downs 389 Ukrainian drones in largest overnight attack of war

The drones were stopped over 13 Russian regions as well as the Crimean Peninsula, which Russia illegally annexed from Ukraine in 2014

26 March,2026 09:13 AM IST | Moscow | Agencies
West Asia war: Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to hold open house on March 27

West Asia war: Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi to hold open house on March 27

He further said that Iran is monitoring all enemy movements

26 March,2026 09:21 AM IST | Abu Dhabi | ANI
Russia downs 389 Ukrainian drones in largest overnight attack of war

Russia downs 389 Ukrainian drones in largest overnight attack of war

The drones were stopped over 13 Russian regions as well as the Crimean Peninsula, which Russia illegally annexed from Ukraine in 2014

26 March,2026 09:13 AM IST | Moscow | Agencies
US sends 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran as tensions escalate in Middle East

US sends 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran as tensions escalate in Middle East

Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the US about its military presence in the region

26 March,2026 09:06 AM IST | Dubai | Agencies
Belarusian President Lukashenko lands in North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un

Belarusian President Lukashenko lands in North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un

Lukashenko last met Kim in September 2025 in Beijing and was invited to visit North Korea, the agency reported

26 March,2026 09:02 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies
Singapore coroner rules Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death an accidental drowning

Singapore coroner rules Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death an accidental drowning

State Coroner Adam Nakhoda stated that the PCG had conducted a comprehensive and thorough investigation in this case and found that Garg’s death was “simply due to an unfortunate and tragic accidental drowning”.

26 March,2026 08:46 AM IST | Singapore | Agencies
Israel says struck 2 naval missile production sites in Tehran

Israel says struck 2 naval missile production sites in Tehran

Israel said it struck two naval cruise missile production sites in Tehran, targeting facilities linked to Iran’s defence ministry as part of efforts to weaken its military infrastructure. The strikes "represent another step in deepening the damage done to the regime's military production infrastructure", the military added

25 March,2026 04:36 PM IST | Jerusalem | AFP

Iran targets Israel, Gulf nations as Donald Trump signals progress in talks

Iran targets Israel, Gulf nations as Donald Trump signals progress in talks

Iran fired missiles and drones at Israel and US-linked targets across the Middle East, escalating the conflict despite signals of diplomatic progress from Donald Trump. The situation continues to impact global energy markets and regional stability

25 March,2026 04:00 PM IST | Tehran, Iran | AFP

Donald Trump says Iran offered gesture as talks advance

Donald Trump says Iran offered gesture as talks advance

US President Donald Trump said Iran has made a significant oil-and-gas-related gesture linked to the Strait of Hormuz, indicating progress in ongoing negotiations. He stressed that any deal would depend on Iran abandoning nuclear weapons ambitions

25 March,2026 02:53 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent

Man arrested in Australia after 20 kg heroin found in luggage at Sydney Airport

Man arrested in Australia after 20 kg heroin found in luggage at Sydney Airport

Australian authorities have charged a 26-year-old man after 20 kg of heroin, valued at around AUD 10 million, was discovered in his luggage at Sydney Airport. Officials say the drugs could have supplied up to 100,000 street deals

25 March,2026 02:11 PM IST | Sydney | IANS

On cam: Iran fires cruise missile at USS Abraham Lincoln

    On cam: Iran fires cruise missile at USS Abraham Lincoln

    Iran’s state media claims the navy fired coastal cruise missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, releasing footage of the alleged launch and saying the US fleet was forced to change position. Iranian commanders said the carrier was being tracked continuously and warned it would be targeted once inside missile range. There is no confirmation from the United States so far.

    26 March,2026 09:49 PM IST
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