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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a high-level meeting on Sunday, reviewed India’s oil, gas, and fertiliser supply amid the West Asia war, focusing on Strait of Hormuz disruptions and energy security.

Asia refiners have asked Saudi Arabia to change the way it prices crude, after the West Asia war has disrupted the traditional system. A Bloomberg report quoting traders showed the talks with Saudi Aramco were ongoing. But trades said the discussions may now be successful.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for greater clarity on Russia’s intentions as the war enters another critical phase, with peace efforts continuing but major disagreements unresolved. Kyiv says it wants firm signals from Moscow on whether it is genuinely prepared to move toward negotiations or continue military escalation.

This statement follows US President Donald Trump’s latest 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, issued on Saturday, warning that the United States will "obliterate" Iran's power plants, starting with the largest first, if the Strait of Hormuz is not fully reopened.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said President Donald Trump’s call to the international community to confront this terrorist, fanatic regime of zealots is not only for the security of America and Israel but for the security of the entire world, and it is time for them to act.

Pakistan depends on oil and gas from the Gulf and the government has, in recent weeks, introduced a series of fuel-saving measures over fears of a drop in supply. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the decisions on the PSL were taken after consultation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

A reported 2025 defence pact suggests Pakistan may provide military and nuclear support to Saudi Arabia against Iran, risking domestic sectarian strife, economic instability, and dangerous military overstretch for Islamabad.

From being part of The Last Empress to Fight for My Way, South Korean actress Lee Elijah has been part of popular shows, be it any genre. Here are a few of her K-dramas you can binge-watch.

Since the Israel-Iran war began on February 28, attacks across West Asia have sharply increased, drawing multiple countries into the conflict’s expanding footprint. Missile and drone strikes have been reported in Israel, the UAE, Qatar, Jordan and other regional locations, targeting military bases, infrastructure and cities.

Cuba has suffered a total disconnection of its national electricity system, triggering a nationwide blackout and widespread disruption. Authorities say the collapse followed major failures in the island’s already strained power infrastructure, affecting homes, hospitals and transport networks. Emergency crews are working to restore supply, while officials warn recovery could take time as the country grapples with recurring energy shortages.

Iran’s Army Air Defence Force has claimed it struck an “enemy” F-15 fighter jet near the strategically vital Hormuz Island amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Iranian media released footage purportedly showing the engagement, though independent confirmation remains limited.

The American Meteor Society documented 100 reports of meteor strikes on Saturday, March 21. This comes only a few days after the meteor event was reported in Ohio.

Questions are mounting over the whereabouts of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei as intelligence agencies in the U.S. and Israel remain uncertain about his condition and control over the country during the ongoing conflict.

Europe is witnessing one of its deadliest avalanche seasons in years, with at least 127 people killed since October across major mountain regions including Italy, France, Austria and Switzerland. Authorities warn unstable snowpacks, extreme weather swings and increased off-piste activity are raising risks for skiers and tourists.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that its air defence systems failed to intercept two incoming ballistic missiles during a fresh wave of attacks, raising concerns about vulnerabilities in Israel’s missile shield amid escalating tensions in the Iran-Israel conflict.

The Indian government is planning stricter rules to enhance user safety and crack down on repeat scam offenders amid rising cyber fraud cases. Proposed measures include blocking device IDs used by fraudsters, tightening SIM-binding rules for messaging platforms, and extending communication bans on repeat offenders.

Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence fuels doubts over Iran’s leadership as CIA and Mossad search for clues. Reports suggest IRGC may hold real power amid escalating US-Israel-Iran war.

Dulquer Salmaan and JD Chakravarth have reportedly joined the shoot of the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD in Hyderabad. Directed by Nag Ashwin, Amitabh Bachchan is said to have completed his part for the current schedule.

The Trump administration has defended its decision for “short-term involvement” in West Asia, emphasizing limited military engagement and strategic objectives. Officials argued that U.S. actions were focused, targeted, and designed to avoid prolonged conflicts, while maintaining regional stability.