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India boosts LPG production by 28%: Hardeep Puri assures amid West Asia crisis

Minister Hardeep Puri assures ample LPG stock as India diversifies sources of procurement. LPG production is up 28% to counter the disruptions in crude supply caused due to West Asia war.

US-Iran War: Trump Jokes US Military Sunk Iranian Ships Because it Was Fun

Amid the escalating US-Iran war, Donald Trump sparked controversy after joking about the destruction of Iranian naval vessels. Speaking to Republican lawmakers, Trump said he had asked U.S. military officials why Iranian ships were sunk instead of captured. According to him, an official replied that it was “more fun to sink them,” prompting laughter in the room. The remarks came as the United States Navy continues operations against Iranian naval assets during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The comments have triggered criticism from analysts and officials, who say the rhetoric risks escalating tensions further.

Oil tanker, with Indian captain, went ‘dark’ to cross high-risk Strait of Hormuz, reach Mumbai

The Automatic Identification System (AIS) automatically transmits information about a vessel’s identity, position, and movement to other ships and coastal authorities. The system helps enhance navigation safety, and turning it off makes the vessel effectively untraceable at sea.

Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur ditch grandeur for a dreamy at-home wedding: See inside photos
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Actor Kritika Kamra and TV host Gaurav Kapur ditched the big fat wedding for an intimate affair as they tied the knot on March 11. The wedding took place at their home in Mumbai with close friends and family in attendance. Here's an inside look at the dreamy, intimate affair.

Bumrah is King, but can he pick 8/15 in Tests? Cook on Jasprit’s ‘greatest bowler’ tag

After Bumrah's T20 World Cup 2026 heroics, England legends debate his greatness. Can he match Stuart Broad’s iconic 8/15? Alastair Cook asks the tough question.

‘BLOOD will run…’: Why Iran vowed bloodshed to defend its Persian Gulf islands, what makes them so important?
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Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf wrote on X, “We will abandon all restraint and make the Persian Gulf run with the blood of invaders. The blood of American soldiers is Trump's personal responsibility.”

Was Trump accuser paid by Epstein Estate? Sex offender’s accountant drops bombshell claim

During a deposition, Jeffrey Epstein’s accountant Richard Kahn claimed a Donald Trump accuser received money from the Epstein estate survivor fund, according to Suhas Subramanyam.

Why meta bought moltbook: The rise of the ‘agentic’ internet

Meta has acquired Moltbook, a Reddit-style platform where AI agents interact with each other. The Moltbook team will join Meta Superintelligence Labs as the company explores the “agentic internet,” where AI systems communicate and collaborate online to perform tasks for users.

US-Iran War: India Expands Evacuation Operations Amid West Asia Conflict

Amid rising tensions across West Asia, the India government has intensified evacuation efforts to bring its citizens home safely. The first batch of Indian nationals stranded in Lebanon has already returned, while more than 500 Indians have been evacuated from Qatar. Authorities issued urgent advisories to Indian nationals in the region as additional flights, including services by Qatar Airways, are scheduled to bring more evacuees back to New Delhi and other destinations.

US-Iran War: Iran Claims New Wave of Attacks on Jordan And Saudi Arabia

Amid the escalating US-Israel war with Iran, Tehran has claimed a new wave of missile and drone attacks targeting Jordan and Saudi Arabia, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Iranian officials say the strikes are part of retaliatory operations against countries hosting or supporting U.S. military assets in the region. Air defence systems in both countries reportedly intercepted several incoming projectiles.

'Can't ignore Stryker hit': What is Wiper Malware and how iPhone is at risk if connected to MDM?
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Most cyberattacks today involve ransomware, hackers lock a company's data and demand millions in Bitcoin in exchange for a decryption key. "Wiper" malware, however, is purely an act of digital terrorism.

China restricts OpenClaw AI use in government agencies over cyber risks

Chinese authorities have restricted the use of OpenClaw within government agencies and state-owned companies over security concerns. Officials warned employees not to install anything on office systems or devices connected to government networks.

‘Harsher reply than Pakistan’: Did India warn Iran after Hormuz tanker attacks? FACT CHECK
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A viral claim suggests India warned Iran of a “harsher reply than Pakistan” after attacks on crude vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. A fact check examines whether New Delhi issued such a threat, the context of the tanker attacks, and what official statements actually say.

RV Arlekar sworn in as Governor of poll-bound Tamil Nadu

In a recent reshuffle announced by Indias Presidential Office, new Governors were appointed to nine states and Union Territories across the country.

Indian rupee slides to record low of 92.35 per dollar amid Iran war: More details inside

The rupee opened weaker at 92.25 per US dollar in the interbank foreign exchange market and later slipped further to 92.35, compared with its previous closing level of 92.01.

US-Israel War With Iran: India's Ministry of External Affairs Briefing on West Asia War

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has addressed the escalating US-Israel war with Iran during its weekly media briefing, expressing deep concern over the worsening security situation in West Asia. The MEA urged all parties to exercise restraint, avoid further escalation, and prioritize the safety of civilians. New Delhi also highlighted concerns about maritime security and energy supplies, as the region is critical for India’s oil imports and global shipping routes. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has held talks with Iranian officials while the government continues to monitor the safety of Indian nationals in the conflict zone.

US-Israel War with Iran: 'Jaishankar & Araghchi Held Talks Thrice in Last Few Days'

Amid the escalating US-Israel war with Iran, India has intensified diplomatic outreach to Tehran. According to reports, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi have spoken three times in the past few days to discuss the rapidly evolving crisis in West Asia. The conversations focused on regional stability, energy security, and the safety of maritime shipping routes critical for global trade and India’s oil imports.

Stryker uses Microsoft, but how did Iran hack iPhones of its employees? Understanding the Handala cyberattack
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When an iPhone or Android receives a legitimate wipe command from its trusted MDM server (Intune), the operating system obeys immediately and without question.

‘Blood of American soldiers...’: Iran issues chilling warning to US, Israel over Persian Gulf islands

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned the United States and Israel that Iran will “abandon all restraint” if its Gulf islands are attacked, as the West Asia war intensifies.