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Over 4,330 flights canceled by Indian airlines amid US-Iran war
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has resulted in major flight cancellations. Indian airlines have canceled a total of 4,335 flights, while foreign carriers have also suspended operations for 1,187 flights.
US jets strike military facilities near Iran's Chabahar trade zone
United States fighter jets have reportedly targeted military facilities close to Iran's Chabahar Free Trade-Industrial Zone.
What is significance of UAE's Fujairah, attacked by Iranian drone
The United Arab Emirates's (UAE) Port of Fujairah has temporarily halted oil-loading operations following a drone attack and fire.
Dubai stock market enters bear territory as US-Iran conflict escalates
Dubai's stock market moved into bear-market territory, with the Dubai Financial Market General Index plunging by as much as 3.2% on Monday.
Israel destroys plane used by Iran's ex-supreme leader Khamenei
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have said that they destroyed an aircraft used by former Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei and other top Iranian officials at Tehran's Mehrabad Airport.
Saudi Arabia is now offering oil supply via this route
Saudi Arabia is offering its long-term oil customers a new route for their April allocations, through the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
India's trade deficit shrinks to $27.1B in February
India's merchandise trade deficit widened to $27.1 billion in February 2026, compared to $14.42 billion in the same month last year.
Dubai airport resumes some flights after drone attack
Dubai International Airport has started to resume flights after a temporary suspension due to a drone attack.
Crude prices to hit $130/barrel this week: What's the reason?
Crude oil prices have continued their upward trend, with Brent crude expected to hit $130 per barrel by the end of this week.
Why David Sacks wants Trump to end war with Iran
David Sacks, the United States's AI and crypto czar under President Donald Trump, has warned against the continuation of the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
US jets strike Iran military facilities near Chabahar trade zone
United States fighter jets have targeted military facilities on a mountain close to the Chabahar trade zone in Iran, Al Jazeera reported, citing the Voice of America's Persian language service.
How India secured 2 oil tankers' Hormuz passage from Iran
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said that diplomatic engagement between India and Iran has borne fruit.
Networks could lose licenses over US-Iran war coverage: FCC chair
Brendan Carr, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has warned US television networks that they could lose their broadcast licenses if their coverage of the ongoing conflict with Iran doesn't meet "public interest" standards.
Temporary flight duty relief for Air India amid US-Iran war
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has temporarily relaxed flight duty norms for Air India's long-haul flights.
Dubai-bound Emirates flight turns back to Kochi amid 'security incident'
An Emirates flight from Kochi, Kerala, to Dubai had to return due to a "security incident" at the destination airport, according to a CIAL spokesman.
IDF-US joint operations against Iran ahead of schedule: Report
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the United States are reportedly ahead of schedule in their joint military operations against Iran, according to officials quoted by the Times of Israel.
Gold falls below $5,000 as US-Iran war enters third week
Gold prices have fallen below $5,000 per ounce as the war between US-Israel and Iran enters its third week.
US crude crosses $100 as Iran war triggers supply fears
Crude oil prices have seen a slight uptick after weekend trading, with US crude prices crossing the $100 per barrel mark.
Dubai: Airport fire breaks out after drone hits fuel tank
A fire broke out near the Dubai International Airport on Monday, following a drone incident that hit a fuel tank.
Jaishankar hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has praised direct negotiations with Iran as the best way to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump preparing global coalition to keep Strait of Hormuz open
United States President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to announce a global coalition for the protection of commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
'I'm dead…for coffee': Netanyahu mocks rumors of his death
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has released a video on the social media platform X, addressing conspiracy theories about his death.
Top 10 firms in India lost ₹4.48L crore last week
The combined market capitalization of India's top 10 companies took a major hit last week, falling by ₹4.48 lakh crore.
Fed likely to hold rates amid US-Iran war, economic weakness
The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady in its upcoming meeting, owing to the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran and recent economic data showing signs of weakness.
Households with piped cooking gas can't have subsidized LPG connections
The Indian government has prohibited households with piped natural gas (PNG) connections from retaining or getting subsidized domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) connections.
Iran war: UAE shuts oil terminal; blasts heard in Dubai
The Middle East conflict has entered its 16th day, with loud blasts heard in Dubai's Marina and Al Sufouh areas. The United Arab Emirates's (UAE) Fujairah oil terminal was also shut down after Iranian strikes.
Iran's Guards vow to hunt 'child killing' Benjamin Netanyahu
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has threatened to "pursue and kill" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
'One bullet shot...': Trump in 1988 interview on Kharg Island
In a 1988 interview with The Guardian, Donald Trump had warned of a possible attack on Iran's Kharg Island.
Iran may allow oil tankers in exchange for Chinese yuan
Iran is reportedly mulling a new policy for oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor.
Oil prices may hit $150/barrel: What it means for India
Crude oil prices have surged to a four-year high, causing major concerns for the Indian economy and stock market investors.
CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams in Middle East
The Central Board of Secondary Education(CBSE) has canceled all Class 12 board examinations in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
Netanyahu assassination rumors 'fake news': Israeli PM's office
The Israeli Prime Minister's office has dismissed rumors of Benjamin Netanyahu's assassination as "fake news."
Trump threatens to bomb Kharg Island again, 'just for fun'
United States President Donald Trump has threatened to launch more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub, as tensions between the two nations escalate.
Iran strikes UAE oil facility, port's strategic importance explained
A drone strike on oil storage facilities at the Port of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates has triggered a massive fire, Türkiye Today reported.
Explosion damages Jewish school in Amsterdam, mayor condemns 'cowardly' attack
An explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam on Saturday has been termed a "deliberate attack against the Jewish community" by Mayor Femke Halsema.
What is Iran's Kharg Island, which Trump says US bombed
United States President Donald Trump has announced that American forces have "obliterated" targets on Iran's Kharg Island, which he described as the country's "crown jewel."
US job openings rise to 7M, but hiring slows
The US labor market has witnessed a surge in job openings, with nearly seven million positions available in January.
Why US is releasing 86M barrels from emergency oil reserve
The Donald Trump administration has initiated a major drawdown of the US emergency oil reserve, seeking to exchange 86 million barrels of crude oil.
'India is friend': Iran grants 2 ships Hormuz safe passage
Iran has permitted two liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers bound for India to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
US pressured India...now pleads on Russian oil: Iran slams US
Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, has accused the United States of double standards in its approach to Russian oil.
US offers $10 million bounty for Iran's new supreme leader
The United States has announced a reward of up to $10 million (approximately ₹92.6 crore) for information on Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.
US strikes Iran's Kharg Island, 'obliterating' military targets, claims Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced a major military operation against Iran's Kharg Island.
Iran, US exchange barbs over 2026 FIFA World Cup participation
The United States and Iran have exchanged heated words over their respective participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Top Iranian nuclear scientists killed in Israeli strike: Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that several top Iranian nuclear scientists were killed in their recent airstrikes.
'President wants you now': US Treasury Secretary summoned mid-live interview
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was abruptly interrupted during a live interview with Sky News's Wilfred Frost on Thursday.
3 Indian seafarers killed in ongoing Gulf crisis: Centre
Three Indian seafarers have been killed and one is missing after a series of maritime incidents involving foreign-flagged vessels in the Persian Gulf, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on Friday.
Over half of Indian households facing LPG supply disruptions: Survey
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that over half of Indian households are facing disruptions in the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders.
Iran 'about to surrender,' says Trump during G7 call
United States President Donald Trump told leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations during a virtual meeting that Iran is "about to surrender," Axios reported, citing three officials from G7 countries who were briefed on the call.
'Cutting Through Rocks,' 'It Was...': War-torn Iran seeks Oscar glory
As Iran continues to be embroiled in a catastrophic conflict with Israel and the USA, the country has pinned its hopes on the magical, transformative power of art.
All 6 US service members killed in Iraq plane crash
All six crew members aboard a United States military refueling aircraft, which crashed in western Iraq on Thursday evening, have been confirmed dead.
Massive explosion in Tehran square filled with demonstrators
A massive explosion was reported in Ferdowsi Square in Tehran, Iran, on Friday. The square was packed with demonstrators who were taking part in the annual Quds Day event supporting Palestinians, Iranian media reported.
Tourists face jail in Dubai for filming Iranian missile strike
A British man has been indicted under cybercrime laws in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for filming and sharing content of Iranian attacks on the country.
Iran's foreign minister dials Jaishankar for 4th time
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has spoken to India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for the fourth time since the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran.
Who was Indian man killed in tanker attack near Iraq
An Indian crew member of a US-owned oil tanker, Safesea Vishnu, who was killed after their vessel came under attack in the waters near Iraq's Basra, has been identified.
Air cargo costs jump 70% amid US-Iran war
The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran has sent air cargo costs skyrocketing by as much as 70% on some routes.
Report claims Iran's new leader 'in coma' after airstrike
A report has claimed that Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is in a coma after being critically injured in an airstrike.
Iran claims its missiles hit US warship Abraham Lincoln
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has claimed that its ballistic missiles have hit the United States aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln.
Trump lifts sanctions on Russian oil to curb prices
The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil currently at sea, allowing it to be shipped globally.