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Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents at US airports over funding impasse

Transportation Security Administration personnel are set to miss a second full paycheck on March 27 amid a partial government shutdown in its 36th day

Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents at US airports over funding impasse
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:47 AM IST

At least 4 killed as Russia, Ukraine trade attacks ahead of US talks

Russian strikes also knocked out power across much of the northern Ukrainian region of Chernihiv, according to local officials

At least 4 killed as Russia, Ukraine trade attacks ahead of US talks
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:37 AM IST

Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chains

Qatar supplies a third of the world's helium, according to the US Geological Survey, and had to halt production shortly after the war erupted three weeks ago

Iran war halts Qatar helium output, threatening global tech supply chains
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:31 AM IST

Iran's death toll in ongoing war now over 1,500: State broadcaster

Iran targeted a joint UK-US military base in the Indian Ocean, and Iran's main nuclear enrichment site was struck again, as the war in the West Asia entered its fourth week

Iran's death toll in ongoing war now over 1,500: State broadcaster
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:28 AM IST

Trump threatens strikes on Iran if Hormuz not reopened in 48 hours

Trump issued the ultimatum in a social media post whole he spent the weekend in Florida

Trump threatens strikes on Iran if Hormuz not reopened in 48 hours
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:27 AM IST

47 injured after Iranian missile hits Dimona, Israel's key nuclear hub

Dimona is popularly known as "little India". The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it is investigating the failure to intercept the Iranian ballistic missile

47 injured after Iranian missile hits Dimona, Israel's key nuclear hub
Updated On : 22 Mar 2026 | 6:16 AM IST

Robert Mueller, ex-FBI chief who led Trump-Russia probe counsel, dies at 81

"With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away" on Friday night, his family said in a statement Saturday. "His family asks that their privacy be respected"

Robert Mueller, ex-FBI chief who led Trump-Russia probe counsel, dies at 81
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 11:51 PM IST

Iran says its Natanz nuclear facility has been hit in an airstrike

The United Nations' nuclear watchdog had said that "no radiological consequence" was expected from that earlier strike

Iran says its Natanz nuclear facility has been hit in an airstrike
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 11:37 PM IST

Iranian Navy guided Indian LPG tanker through Strait of Hormuz: Report

During the crossing, the officer's ship was in contact with the Iranian navy by radio, he said

Iranian Navy guided Indian LPG tanker through Strait of Hormuz: Report
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 9:28 PM IST

Safety of Indians in UAE is 'priority' amid West Asia crisis: Envoy

On Iranian attacks, Alshaali said the UAE's integrated air defence systems have intercepted a vast majority of incoming threats and the country "remains safe, secure, and well-protected"

Safety of Indians in UAE is 'priority' amid West Asia crisis: Envoy
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 8:58 PM IST

What Iran's failed-to-hit strike on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean means

While there were no reports of damage or casualties, the significance of the episode lay less in the outcome and more in what it demonstrated

What Iran's failed-to-hit strike on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean means
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

Twenty-two countries urge Iran to halt attacks, reopen Strait of Hormuz

Countries including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, the UK, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea and Australia have condemned Iran's attacks on commercial vessels

Twenty-two countries urge Iran to halt attacks, reopen Strait of Hormuz
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 7:40 PM IST

UK condemns Iran's 'reckless attacks' on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean

Britain has not participated in US-Israeli attacks on Iran, but has allowed American bombers to use UK bases to attack Iran's missile sites

UK condemns Iran's 'reckless attacks' on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 6:10 PM IST

PM Modi speaks with Iranian President, hopes for peace in West Asia

PM Modi also discussed the West Asia's security situation and its wider implications with the Iranian President

PM Modi speaks with Iranian President, hopes for peace in West Asia
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 5:15 PM IST

Attacks on Iran will 'increase significantly' next week: Israeli Minister

Katz spoke on Saturday, hours after US President Donald Trump said he was considering "winding down" military operations in the Mideast

Attacks on Iran will 'increase significantly' next week: Israeli Minister
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 4:50 PM IST

Iran warns US against ground attack, says 'great surprise' awaits Trump

This comes as CBS news reported that the Trump administration has been strategising ways and options to extract Iran's nuclear material

Iran warns US against ground attack, says 'great surprise' awaits Trump
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 2:26 PM IST

Raymond Group chairman injured, 2 Indians missing in Maldives boat accident

There were seven people on board at the time of the incident near Vaavu atoll early Friday morning

Raymond Group chairman injured, 2 Indians missing in Maldives boat accident
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Ready to tackle fuel surge, Iran tensions, says United Airlines CEO

In an internal communication, Scott Kirby outlined the strategy to manage rising costs while sustaining long-term growth and investment plans

Ready to tackle fuel surge, Iran tensions, says United Airlines CEO
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

If you still need to fly amid global travel chaos, here's what to know

Missile and drone strikes have affected major airports, key routes through the West Asia have been shut down and the cost of jet fuel has shot up

If you still need to fly amid global travel chaos, here's what to know
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 10:42 AM IST

Israel strikes Hezbollah's civilian, military wings, kills 12 in Lebanon

Since the latest war began, Israel's military has not only been targeting the group's military assets but also its civilian institutions in an apparent attempt to weaken the Iran-backed group

Israel strikes Hezbollah's civilian, military wings, kills 12 in Lebanon
Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 10:26 AM IST