Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei

'War was imposed on us': Iran warns of escalation amid ongoing conflict

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei declared that the nation is prepared to defend its soil against US and Israeli aggression, accusing Washington of sabotaging diplomatic negotiations to forcefully partition the country and seize its significant oil and natural resources Mar 9, 2026
Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 2 pc amid US-Iran war

Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 2 pc amid US-Iran war

The Nifty settled at 24,028.05, down 422.40 points or 1.73 per cent. The index also officially entered the technical correction zone after falling more than 10 per cent from its record high of 26,373, which it had touched on January 5. Mar 9, 2026
Death toll from joint US‑Israeli strike on girls' school in Iran's Hormozgan province rises to 148, with 95 wounded

New video contradicts US claims on Iran school strike

A new video suggests a US Tomahawk missile hit an Iranian naval facility near Minab's Shajarah Tayyebeh school, reportedly killing 175 civilians. While Trump denied targeting the school, US forces confirmed strikes along Iran's southern coast amid rising tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. Mar 9, 2026
India processing Russian oil is pragmatic decision: US

India processing Russian oil is pragmatic decision: US

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright called India's decision to process Russian crude a "pragmatic move" to stabilize Asian energy supplies amid geopolitical disruptions. He clarified that the policy does not alter US sanctions on Russia but helps move stranded crude in Asian waters to refineries in India. Mar 9, 2026
Irfan Lone

Visually-impaired Irfan Lone clears UPSC; brings laurels to Kashmir

Irfan Ahmad Lone, a visually impaired youth from Mirpora village in Bandipora, has cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination, securing All India Rank 957 and inspiring people across Kashmir. The son of a daily-wage labourer, Irfan lost his eyesight in childhood due to accidents but overcame immense challenges to pursue higher education and achieve his dream. Mar 8, 2026
West Asia conflict: UAE advises citizens against filming incident sites, prohibited areas

Fake news on attack on Kashmiri students in Iran sparks panic in J&K

Rumours circulating on social media about the alleged killing of a Kashmiri student in Iran have been debunked as fake by the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association. The organisation said all Indian students, including those from Kashmir, are safe despite the tense situation in parts of Iran due to the ongoing conflict. Mar 8, 2026
UAE intercepts 113 unmanned aerial vehicles and 16 ballistic missiles

UAE intercepts 113 unmanned aerial vehicles and 16 ballistic missiles

The United Arab Emirates said its air defence systems intercepted 113 UAVs and 16 of 17 ballistic missiles during Iranian attacks. One missile fell into the sea, while four drones landed within the country. Since the start of the attacks, 238 ballistic missiles have been detected — 221 destroyed. Mar 8, 2026
Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Local traders say nearly 80% of fuel and food in these border areas comes from Iran, and with trade nearly halted, shortages have begun to appear in local markets. Prices of essential commodities such as flour, cooking oil, milk, LPG gas, petrol and diesel have surged, with food prices in coastal districts rising by 30–40%. Mar 8, 2026