Sonam Wangchuk

Sonam Wangchuk calls for unity, dialogue after release; eyes new eginning for Ladakh

After his release from detention under the NSA, Sonam Wangchuk called for unity, dialogue, and a constructive path forward for Ladakh. He expressed hope for a "win-win" solution through engagement with stakeholders and announced consultations with the Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance to decide the future course of the movement. Mar 23, 2026
Benjamin Netanyahu

Nearly 200 people injured in Iranian strikes in Israel's Dimona, Arad

Nearly 200 people were injured after Iranian ballistic missile strikes hit the Israeli cities of Dimona and Arad, with at least 11 reported seriously injured. Israeli air defences failed to intercept some of the missiles. Victims included a 12-year-old boy with shrapnel injuries and a young girl injured in a subsequent strike. Mar 22, 2026
Trump says US 'unaware' of Israeli strike on South Pars, warns Iran on Qatar

US Treasury allows sale of Iranian crude already loaded on vessels until April 19

The United States has issued a short-term, narrowly tailored authorisation allowing the sale of Iranian oil already loaded on vessels, aiming to stabilize global energy markets amid ongoing conflict. The waiver, valid until April 19, permits the sale of crude already at sea but does not allow new purchases or additional production, Mar 21, 2026
Iran claims intelligence on Israeli attack plans, issues zero-restraint warning

Iran claims intelligence on Israeli attack plans, issues zero-restraint warning

Iran has warned that it possesses intelligence indicating potential Israeli plans to strike its infrastructure, with Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi vowing "zero restraint" if such attacks occur. In posts on X, he stressed that Iran responds forcefully only when attacked and hinted that previous retaliatory strikes used only a fraction of its capabilities. Mar 21, 2026
SBI receives Rs 63,375 crore tax demand order

SBI receives Rs 6,337.5 crore tax demand order

SBI said it has received a ₹6,337.5 crore income tax demand for AY 2023–24 following scrutiny by the IT Department. The demand, which includes interest, arises from disallowances on multiple grounds. Mar 20, 2026
No material concerns, HDFC Bank has sound financials: RBI

No material concerns, HDFC Bank has sound financials: RBI

The RBI confirmed that the bank is well-capitalised, has sufficient liquidity, and continues to be managed by a professional board and competent leadership. It also approved a temporary transition arrangement, appointing Keki Mistry as interim part-time chairman for three months starting March 19. Mar 19, 2026