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No ceasefire: Iran FM warns against past repeat after Trump signals 'winding down' of war operations
World | Mar 21, 2026, 12:44 PM ISTIran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected a ceasefire, saying Tehran will keep defending itself until the war ends permanently with guarantees and compensation. Meanwhile, Donald Trump signaled the US may reduce involvement soon but ruled out a ceasefire.
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'Close to our objectives': Trump says considering 'winding down' Iran war
World | Mar 21, 2026, 10:40 AM ISTTrump shed light on what he described as significant achievements by US forces. He claimed that Iran’s missile strength has been weakened and its defence systems have suffered heavy damage.
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Iran executes teenage wrestler Saleh Mohammadi over anti-government protests
World | Mar 21, 2026, 09:58 AM ISTThe accused were not given a fair trial and were allegedly forced to confess under pressure. Officials from the organisation described the executions as an attempt to spread fear and silence opposition voices.
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Iran War: Israel warns of intensifying attacks; EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iran's FM | Highlights
World | Mar 22, 2026, 12:04 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump said the US is not interested in a ceasefire and will continue military action. The United Kingdom has allowed US forces to use its bases for strikes linked to Iran. Meanwhile, Iran’s leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused Israel of attacks in nearby countries.
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Iran missile strike hits Israel's Haifa oil refinery as thick smoke rises from impact site | Video
World | Mar 20, 2026, 09:37 AM ISTThe Middle East conflict continues to escalate as Iran launched its biggest strike on Israel so far, targeting the strategic Haifa and Ashdod refineries. Israel's air defence faced huge pressure as ballistic missiles and debris caused widespread damage.
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Israel decides to halt further strikes on Iran's key natural gas field after Trump's request
World | Mar 20, 2026, 06:53 AM ISTIsrael has paused additional strikes on Iran's Asaluyeh gas complex after a request from US President Donald Trump, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu claiming Iran's missile, drone and nuclear-linked infrastructure is being dismantled.
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Iran Hits World's Largest LNG Hub in Qatar: How Will It Impact India and World Markets?
Originals | Mar 19, 2026, 01:14 PM ISTGulf tensions rose after Iran reportedly struck Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG hub. Qatar expelled Iranian officials in response. The site, a key global energy supplier, exports most LNG to Asia and Europe. While no casualties were reported, the attack raises fears over energy security and supply disruption
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Saudi Arabia to convene Arab-Islamic Summit to tackle Middle East crisis
World | Mar 18, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTThese discussions unfold amid severe regional unrest, sparked by a combined US-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28. Iran hit back with barrages of drones and missiles, pushing the clash into its 19th day. The volleys have targeted Gulf countries, Israel and American assets so far.
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Israel vows to hunt Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid escalating missile onslaught
World | Mar 18, 2026, 06:52 AM ISTIsrael's IDF has adopted a hardline stance against Iran's Basij paramilitary, with spokesperson Effie Defrin warning, "We will reach everyone, no matter where or when."
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Proof of life or deepfake: Netanyahu’s 'punch card' video sparks AI verification war
World | Mar 18, 2026, 04:44 PM ISTNetanyahu also addressed another viral claim suggesting his videos were AI-generated. Mocking the theory, he joked about having “five fingers on each hand,” referring to online posts that alleged he appeared to have an extra finger in earlier footage.
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Madhya Pradesh: Four cylinders stolen from lawyer's home amid LPG shortage | VIDEO
Madhya Pradesh | Mar 17, 2026, 09:13 PM ISTThe theft comes at a time when LPG usage in India has dropped significantly. Preliminary industry data shows that LPG consumption in the first 15 days of March fell by 17.7 per cent compared to last year.
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'If India can get involved': Finland calls for New Delhi to mediate ceasefire in Iran war
World | Mar 17, 2026, 08:26 PM ISTFinland President Alexander Stubb suggested that India could help broker peace, highlighting recent diplomatic outreach by India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
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Iran security chief Ali Larijani and top commander Gholamreza Soleimani killed, claims Israel
World | Mar 17, 2026, 03:27 PM ISTThe latest reports came after Iran's secretary of the Supreme National Security Council issued a message to the Muslim world saying that Tehran remains "steadfast" in its fight against the US and Israel.
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Will Israel use nuclear weapon against Iran amid ongoing conflict? Here's what Trump claims
World | Mar 17, 2026, 06:48 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump has rejected speculation that Israel might use a nuclear weapon against Iran, citing strong military coordination between the two nations. He also hinted that a former US president regretted not acting against Iran during his tenure.
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Six lives lost in Iraq tanker crash: US reveals identities of crew who died on refuelling mission
World | Mar 15, 2026, 01:50 PM ISTOfficials said the crash was not caused by hostile or friendly fire, though investigations are continuing to understand what went wrong. Three of the victims served in the United States Air Force, while the other three were part of the United States Air National Guard.
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Netanyahu safe: Israeli PM's office denies assassination rumours amid social media buzz
World | Mar 15, 2026, 11:31 AM ISTThe Prime Minister’s office quickly labelled these reports as “fake news,” telling Turkish news agency, Anadolu Ajansı that “The Prime Minister is fine.”
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Trump claims Iran ready for ceasefire, Mojtaba Khamenei not alive; warns of 'more' US strikes
World | Mar 15, 2026, 09:58 AM ISTTrump confirmed that Iran appears ready to negotiate, but he has not accepted any ceasefire yet. He said the terms are not “good enough” and any agreement would likely require Iran to fully abandon its nuclear program.
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Iran-US-Israel war: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, no injuries reported
World | Mar 15, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTThe war between Iran and Israel has entered its 16th day, with explosions reported in Tehran and casualties continuing to rise. Iranian officials say more than 1,300 people have been killed, while rights groups estimate the toll could be higher.
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Iran rejects US' Mojtaba Khamenei is 'disfigured' claim, says 'no issues with new Supreme Leader'
World | Mar 14, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTIran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed speculation about the health of the country’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.
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Target hit, smoke rises: Video shows US strike on Iran's oil hub region | WATCH
World | Mar 14, 2026, 08:05 PM ISTReports say Israel also carried out attacks across Iran, striking the country’s main space research centre and a factory producing air defence systems in Tehran.