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Israel clears death penalty bill for Palestinians convicted of terror attacks: All you need to know
World | Mar 31, 2026, 07:23 AM ISTThe Israeli parliament has approved a law permitting the death penalty for Palestinians in terror-related cases, sparking criticism from international organisations and Palestinian authorities. The legislation lowers judicial thresholds for capital punishment and restricts appeals.
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Iran rejects Pakistan's claim on US talks: 'Islamabad's forums are their own, we didn't participate'
World | Mar 30, 2026, 05:16 PM ISTThe Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai stated that there have been no direct talks with the United States. Instead, it said that only “excessive and unreasonable demands” have been communicated through intermediaries.
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Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas are battered enemies: Netanyahu orders expansion of security zone in Lebanon
World | Mar 29, 2026, 11:51 PM ISTIsrael had launched its operations in southern Lebanon early March after Hezbollah launched missiles and rockets at Tel Aviv following the killing of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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Iran's retaliation destroys US bases in Middle East as 13 military stations now 'unlivable': Report
World | Mar 26, 2026, 12:34 PM ISTIran's sweeping retaliation for the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has reportedly left several American military bases in ruins across the Middle East. A New York Times report says 13 US installations are now nearly unlivable, forcing troops into temporary shelters.
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'We will not let Trump decide': Iran rejects ceasefire timeline, sets tough conditions to end war
World | Mar 25, 2026, 08:50 PM ISTIran has made it clear that any end to the war will depend entirely on whether its demands are fulfilled. According to reports, Tehran has outlined five major conditions.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 25, 2026
India | Mar 25, 2026, 07:18 PM ISTDonald Trump stated that Iran had agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons and paused planned US strikes to explore a possible deal. Iran's Parliament Speaker immediately rejected the claims.
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'Enough energy stock available, more ships to arrive soon': Government at all-party meeting
India | Mar 25, 2026, 07:43 PM ISTDefence Minister Rajnath Singh will chair the meeting. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with senior officials, will brief leaders on recent developments and India’s preparedness.
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Trump's approval rating drops to 36% amid rising prices and Iran conflict
World | Mar 25, 2026, 03:21 PM ISTA major reason behind the decline appears to be growing dissatisfaction with the economy. Rising fuel prices have become a key issue for many Americans. Only about 25% of people said they are satisfied with how Trump is handling the cost of living
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Iran War: Trump set to deploy 1,000 soldiers from US Army's rapid response force to Middle East
World | Mar 25, 2026, 07:45 AM ISTThe US is preparing to deploy around 1,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, joining thousands of Marines already headed to the region. The announcement follows contradictory claims by President Trump regarding progress with Iran.
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'Will paralyse and drown you in the Gulf': Iran's top military adviser issues stark warning to US
World | Mar 24, 2026, 10:43 PM ISTMohsen Rezaei, Iran’s new military adviser and former IRGC commander, issued a stark warning to the United States, saying Iran could “paralyse” Washington and “sink” its ships in the Arabian Gulf if attacked.
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LPG ships head to India after safe transit through Strait of Hormuz | WATCH
India | Mar 24, 2026, 06:15 PM ISTThe two ships are carrying a total of over 92,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), which is widely used as cooking fuel in Indian homes. Both vessels are currently on their way to Indian ports and are expected to arrive between March 26 and March 28.
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Iran appoints Bagher Zolghadr as new Security Chief after Larijani's death: Who is he?
World | Mar 24, 2026, 06:18 PM ISTIran has appointed Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as the new secretary of the Supreme National Security Council after Ali Larijani, who was killed in an attack last week.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Are Iran and America ready to stop the war?
Aaj Ki Baat | Mar 24, 2026, 03:28 AM ISTOn the 24th day of the Iran-US war, news of some relief arrived. President Donald Trump made a dramatic U-turn, announcing that US forces would not target Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for the next five days.
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Trump 'defanging Iranian regime', says US treasury secretary Scott Bessent
World | Mar 23, 2026, 08:41 AM ISTBessent said Trump’s approach is focused on weakening Iran’s power and stopping future threats. He added that strong warnings like targeting Iran’s power plants are meant to pressure Tehran into backing down.
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Middle East conflict: 'Our position on Hormuz has neither changed now will change,' says Iran
World | Mar 23, 2026, 11:39 PM ISTIran War LIVE: Tensions continue to rise with no signs of easing. Iran has warned it could shut the Strait of Hormuz if the United States carries out strikes, after Donald Trump gave a 48-hour deadline. Iran has also threatened to target US and Israeli infrastructure in response to any attack.
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'Russia Iran's loyal friend': Putin sends Nowruz wishes, backs Tehran amid Middle East tensions
World | Mar 23, 2026, 07:12 AM ISTRussia has long been an ally of Iran and has openly criticised recent strikes by the United States and Israel, which reportedly triggered the current conflict on February 28.
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Video shows massive fireball from Iranian missiles striking Dimona and Arad | WATCH
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:19 AM ISTThe missile attacks left at least 84 people injured in Arad, with 10 reported in serious condition. In Dimona, 33 people were injured, including a 10-year-old boy who sustained severe shrapnel wounds and a 40-year-old woman.
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Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military attache, orders them to leave within 24 hours
World | Mar 22, 2026, 10:20 AM ISTSaudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the continuous Iranian assaults, calling them a “flagrant violation” of international law, the principles of good neighborliness, and the United Nations Security Council’s resolution 2817 (2026).
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Air India cancels 2,500 flights to West Asia amid Iran conflict, operates only 30% normal schedule
India | Mar 22, 2026, 08:18 AM ISTWilson said that the disruptions are beginning to have a financial impact on the airline. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled, and the airline has introduced a fuel surcharge on new tickets to partly offset rising costs.
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Iran War: 'Strait of Hormuz except those who violate our soil,' says Iran's President | Highlights
World | Mar 22, 2026, 11:37 PM ISTThe Iran-US-Israel conflict enters its 23rd day with rising tensions. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed 88 injuries from an Iranian missile strike on Arad, while reinforcing emergency forces. Meanwhile, US President Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran.