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11 Mar

US Targets Iranian Boats Amid Fears of Mining Operation in Strait of Hormuz

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsStrait of Hormuz

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States military has reported destroying several Iranian vessels believed to be involved in preparing naval mines, as tensions between Washington and Tehran intensify and concerns grow over potential disruptions to global oil supply routes. According to officials, American forces eliminated 16 boats linked to operations by Iran that were suspected of being used for mine-laying activities. The strikes were carried out amid warnings that Tehran could attempt to obstruct shipping through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Nearly 20 per cent of the world’s oil shipments pass through this narrow waterway, making any threat to…

09 Mar

Rihanna and Family Unharmed Following Targeted Rifle Attack on Beverly Hills Estate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, World NewsArrest, Los Angeles, Rihanna, Shooting

Los Angeles (Rajeev Sharma) — International pop icon Rihanna and her young family are reportedly safe after a female assailant opened fire on her Beverly Hills mansion on Sunday afternoon. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded to reports of multiple gunshots at the Beverly Crest property around 1:15 p.m. on March 8, 2026. While the singer was present inside the residence during the assault, officials confirmed that no injuries were sustained by the artist, her partner A$AP Rocky, or their three children. Witness accounts and preliminary investigations suggest the suspect arrived at the colonial-style estate in a white Tesla,…

09 Mar

India Becomes World’s Second-Largest Arms Importer; Russian Share Drops to 40% as Western Ties Surge

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsArms Imports, France, India, Pakistan, Russia, SIPRI Report

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) — India has emerged as the world’s second-largest importer of major arms, accounting for 8.3 per cent of global imports between 2021 and 2025, according to the latest report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The report, titled ‘Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2025’, released on Monday, March 9, 2026, reveals that India’s ranking is surpassed only by Ukraine, which claimed the top spot with a 9.7 per cent share due to its ongoing conflict with Russia. A significant takeaway from the 2025 data is the steady decline in India’s reliance on Russian military…

09 Mar

Carney, Trump Hold Strategic Talks on Middle East, Trade and Bilateral Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, Trending, World NewsDonald Trump, Mark Carney

Ottawa/Washington (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump engaged in high-level discussions on Sunday, addressing economic issues, trade relations, and the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication amid rising regional tensions. Carney shared details of the conversation on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the call covered developments in the Middle East, cross-border trade, and broader economic concerns. He described the exchange as constructive and reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to its allies while prioritising national interests. The call comes after Carney’s earlier remarks during a visit to Canberra, where he…

09 Mar

Indian Citizen Injured, No Casualties Reported Among Indians After Al-Kharj Strike

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsAl Kharj, Iran

Riyadh (Rajeev Sharma): The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that no Indian nationals were killed in the projectile strike that hit a residential facility in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday evening. The diplomatic mission shared the update on Monday, bringing relief to the Indian community in the Kingdom. In a statement posted online, the embassy said that although one Indian citizen was injured during the incident, there have been no reports of any Indian fatalities. The injured individual is currently undergoing treatment at a government hospital in Al-Kharj and is said to be receiving proper medical care. Officials from…

09 Mar

Iran’s Leadership Shift and Regional Strikes Deepen Middle East Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran

Dubai (Rajeev Sharma): The conflict spreading across West Asia intensified on Monday as Iran confirmed a new supreme leader and expanded military operations across several parts of the Middle East, raising fears of a broader regional crisis. Authorities in Iran announced that cleric Mojtaba Khamenei has been chosen as the country’s next supreme leader following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, during the opening phase of the ongoing war on February 28. The appointment was confirmed by the powerful Assembly of Experts, which oversees the selection of Iran’s highest authority. Mojtaba Khamenei, who has largely remained out of the…

08 Mar

Gulf Nations on High Alert After Fresh Iranian Strikes Target Key Sites

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran

Dubai (Rajeev Sharma): Several Gulf countries remained on heightened alert after a fresh round of missile and drone attacks linked to Iran targeted strategic locations across the region, including airports, oil facilities and military bases. Authorities in Kuwait confirmed that fuel storage facilities near Kuwait International Airport were struck during the latest escalation. The country’s oil sector responded by temporarily reducing crude production as a safety measure while security forces dealt with what officials described as a wave of hostile drones entering national airspace. Some civilian structures were also damaged after fragments from intercepted drones fell to the ground. In…

08 Mar

Tehran Fuel Depot Ablaze as Israel Strikes; Trump Vows Tougher Action Against Iran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsTehran

Tehran/Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): The confrontation between Israel and Iran escalated sharply late Saturday after an Israeli strike hit a major fuel storage facility in the Iranian capital, sending huge flames and thick smoke into the night sky and signalling a further widening of the week-long conflict. Footage from Tehran showed fire and smoke rising above the city after the facility was struck. The Israeli military confirmed that it had targeted fuel storage installations as part of its ongoing operations against Iran. Iranian state media blamed the strike on joint actions by Israel and the United States, claiming the attack damaged…

06 Mar

Landslide Victory for Rashtra Swatantra Party Redefines Nepal’s Political and Geopolitical Landscape

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBalen Shah, Geopolitics, Kathmandu, Landslide Victory, Nepal Elections, RSP

Kathmandu (Rajeev Sharma): In a political transformation described by locals as a "pairo" or landslide, the Rashtra Swatantra Party (RSP) has achieved an astounding supermajority in Nepal’s 275-member legislature. Making its electoral debut only in 2022 with a modest 21 seats, the RSP has defied all conventional projections to secure nearly 200 seats in the 2026 general elections. This massive mandate, crossing the two-thirds threshold, marks the first time since 2008 that a single political force has so thoroughly dominated the House, effectively ending the long-standing hegemony of the traditional "old guard" parties. The catalyst for this seismic shift appears…

06 Mar

Israel Did Not Brief PM Modi on Tehran Strikes Despite Recent State Visit, Says Foreign Minister

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsGideon Saar, Israel, Narendra Modi, Raisina Dialogue, Tehran

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar confirmed on Friday, March 6, 2026, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not briefed in advance regarding Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Tehran, despite having concluded a high-profile two-day state visit to Israel just days before the operation began. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in the Indian capital, Saar clarified that the timing of the decision made prior consultation impossible. "We have great relations with Prime Minister Modi and with India, and we have deepened our ties," Saar stated during an interactive session at the conference. However, he explained that the final…