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Delhi-Bound Plane Hit in US Strike at Iran's Mashhad Airport
A commercial aircraft bound for Delhi was reportedly damaged in a US military strike targeting Iran's Mashhad International Airport, raising concerns over aviation safety and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
IDF Suspends Unit Over Ethical Incident with Journalists in West Bank
The Israel Defense Forces have suspended a unit after flagging a 'grave ethical incident' involving soldiers' conduct with journalists in the West Bank, sparking concerns over media freedom and military accountability.
France Calls UNSC Meeting After Lebanon Attacks Kill Peacekeepers
France has urgently requested an emergency UN Security Council meeting following attacks in Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of UNIFIL peacekeepers, escalating regional tensions.
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Oil Prices Surge Above $110 Amid Middle East Conflict
Brent crude and WTI oil prices surged sharply, with Brent exceeding $115 and WTI above $105, driven by supply disruptions from Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure and Houthi attacks in Yemen.
Rajasthan Hailstorms Devastate Rabi Crops, Trigger Crisis
Active western disturbance brings intense hailstorms and gusty winds to Rajasthan, causing severe agricultural damage in Bhilwara, Kota, and Bundi. Authorities initiate crop assessment as farmers face losses.
Iran Approves Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan Amid Conflict
Iran's parliament has approved a plan to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping lane, as ongoing West Asia conflicts continue to disrupt maritime trade and raise international tensions.
Iran's Missile Barrage Strains US, Gulf Defenses
Iran has launched nearly 1,200 ballistic and 4,000 Shahed cruise missiles at Gulf nations, depleting US and allied interceptor stocks and sparking fears over global military readiness.
Israel Advances Death Penalty Bill for Palestinian Terrorists
Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has passed a preliminary reading of a bill allowing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of terrorism, sparking intense debate.
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WTO Talks Collapse: E-Commerce Moratorium Ends
WTO member nations failed to reach consensus at the Africa ministerial meeting, ending the 28-year e-commerce moratorium and risking tariffs on digital services. Public health protections also lapsed.
Delhi's Warmest March Since 2022, Second Half Cooler
Delhi experienced its warmest March in four years with average temperatures above normal, but western disturbances brought cooler weather and rain in the second half, delaying heatwave conditions.
Israel Passes Death Penalty Law for Palestinian Terror Attacks
Israel's parliament has approved a contentious law permitting the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of terrorism, sparking intense debate over its legal and political implications.
Netanyahu: Iran Ops Past Midpoint, Focus on Uranium
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that covert operations against Iran's nuclear program are beyond the halfway point, with the current focus shifting to monitoring and disrupting its enriched uranium stockpile.
UNIFIL Peacekeepers Killed in South Lebanon Explosion
A tragic explosion in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of two UNIFIL peacekeepers and left several others injured, raising concerns over regional stability.
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Madhya Pradesh Weather: Heat, Hailstorms, and Unpredictable March
Indore and Khargone experienced dramatic weather shifts with temperatures hitting 39°C and hailstorms. Meteorologists attribute this to moisture interactions and western disturbances affecting multiple districts.
Iran Hits Kuwaiti Oil Tanker in Dubai Port, Blaze Erupts
Iran targeted a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker, Al Salmi, at a Dubai port, causing a significant onboard fire and raising fears of an oil spill. The incident escalates regional tensions.
US Strike Hits India-Bound Aid Plane in Iran, Tehran Calls War Crime
A humanitarian aid aircraft destined for India was struck by a US military operation at Mashhad Airport in Iran, prompting Tehran to condemn the attack as a war crime and sparking international reactions.
Trump Threatens Iran's Energy, Water Sites Over Ceasefire
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to destroy its energy facilities and desalination plants if a ceasefire agreement is not reached promptly.
Nagpur, Akola Get Relief from Heat with Thunderstorms
Nagpur and Akola experienced light rainfall with thunder, lightning, and gusty winds on Monday evening, providing relief from high temperatures. The IMD had issued an Orange Alert for Vidarbha, warning of thunderstorms and wind speeds up to 60 kmph.
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Rare Antelope Rescued from Well in Raigad
A rare four-horned antelope, known as chousingha, was rescued from a 30-foot deep well in Shirgaon village, Mahad, Raigad, in a joint operation by forest officials and NGO volunteers.
Sloth Bear Travels 50km, Captured at Shivamogga Airport
An eight-year-old female sloth bear, recently translocated to Bhadra wildlife division, was captured after wandering 50km in 24 hours through residential areas and entering Shivamogga's Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Airport premises.
Fujiwhara Effect: Cyclones Dance in Bay of Bengal
Explore the Fujiwhara effect, a meteorological phenomenon where two cyclones interact and influence each other's paths, crucial for UPSC aspirants studying atmospheric dynamics.
Broker for US War Secretary Tried to Invest in Defense Fund Pre-Iran Strikes
A broker linked to US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's predecessor attempted to invest in a defense-focused fund just before US-Israel strikes on Iran, raising ethical questions.
Iran-US Showdown Moves from Battlefields to Social Feeds
The Iran-US geopolitical conflict has evolved into a digital meme war, where social media feeds serve as the new frontline, with clicks and shares acting as ammunition in this high-stakes information battle.
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Iran Busts US-Israeli Spy Network, Over 130 Arrested
Iranian authorities have arrested over 130 individuals allegedly linked to a US-Israeli espionage network, intensifying internal security amid rising regional tensions.
Hegseth Broker Sought Defense Fund Before Iran Attack
A broker for US Defense Secretary Hegseth considered buying a defense fund before the Iran attack, but the investment did not proceed as the fund was unavailable to Morgan Stanley clients at the time.
Israel Passes Death Penalty Law for Palestinians in Lethal Cases
Israel has passed a controversial law reinstating the death penalty specifically for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks, marking a significant shift from its 1954 abolition of capital punishment for murder.
Kolkata's Fourth Nor'wester Hits, More Storms Forecast
Kolkata experienced its fourth nor'wester storm this month on Monday night, bringing heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. The Met office warns of potential thundershowers continuing into Tuesday.
Global Photos: Conflict, Nature, Life on March 31, 2026
A collection of powerful images from around the world on March 31, 2026, capturing escalating Middle East conflicts, serene natural scenes in Syria and Japan, and daily life in India.
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DH Cartoon Satirizes Escalating Ground War Tensions
A recent Deccan Herald editorial cartoon sharply critiques the intensifying ground war conflicts, using satire to highlight the human cost and geopolitical risks of military escalation in volatile regions.
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