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A Global Confluence of Leaders and Gamechangers: On March 18, ITC Maurya in New Delhi will transform into a venue for global dialogue as WION World PULSE – The Leaders’ Confluence gathers a constellation of influential leaders and gamechangers from India and across the world.

A reported $93.4 billion in "use-it-or-lose-it" Pentagon funds were spent in one month. Splurges included $2 million on Alaskan king crab, $15.1 million on steak, and $6.9 million on lobster, alongside $5.3 million for Apple products and $5.9 billion on technology/communications.

The signals echo espionage techniques widely used during the Cold War, when intelligence agencies relied on ‘numbers stations’ to relay encrypted instructions.

US Senator Chris Murphy said a briefing on the Iran war revealed unclear goals and an “incoherent” strategy by the Trump administration. He warned the conflict could become endless war. His remarks come as Trump and his team issue conflicting statements on the war’s endgame.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran against planting naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. Trump said any attempt to disrupt oil flows through the waterway would trigger severe consequences from the United States. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, with nearly 20% of global oil shipments passing through the narrow corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.

The United States has warned Russia against sharing sensitive intelligence with Iran that could help Tehran target American forces or assets in the region. U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had strongly communicated its concerns to Moscow amid reports that Russia may have passed targeting information to Iran. According to Witkoff, Russian officials told Donald Trump during a recent call that Moscow was not sharing intelligence about U.S. military assets with Iran. However, Washington indicated it would be deeply concerned if such cooperation were taking place.

Ravi Mohan recently shared an emotional note on his social media, addressing the backlash around him regarding his marital issues. The actor requested that people let him move on.

Aamir Khan and Mansoor Khan team up as producers for Ek Din- a magical love story that marks the debut of Sai Pallavi in Hindi films opposite Junaid Khan.

India’s EAM S Jaishankar held a detailed phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss the escalating West Asia conflict. While Iranian side came out with a detailed readout, India's EAM tweeted that there was a detailed conversation held

Confusion surrounds the bombing of a girls’ school in Minab, Iran, with Tehran blaming US Tomahawk missiles while Donald Trump suggested Iran or another country may be responsible. US officials say the incident is under investigation as conflicting statements emerge from the Trump administration.

North Korea’s latest cruise missile test comes as the US and South Korea conduct Freedom Shield drills and reports emerge of THAAD assets being moved to West Asia amid the Iran war. Seoul says deterrence remains strong, but the development raises concerns about regional security dynamics.

A cargo ship, believed to be of UK origin, was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a fire onboard. The crew was forced to evacuate.

The United States has reportedly begun relocating parts of its missile defence systems from South Korea to the Middle East as the conflict with Iran intensifies. The move includes components of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system that had been stationed on the Korean Peninsula.

The Trump administration has not disclosed the cost of the Iran war, but a research institution in Washington says the US blew away $3.7 billion in the first few days itself. It analysed documents to estimate the expenses.

The decision was announced by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who said the initiative is part of the state government’s broader effort to improve workplace conditions and support women in the workforce.

PM Narendra Modi announced that the Union government has approved the proposal to rename the state of Kerala as “Keralam,” aligning with its Malayalam roots. The announcement came during the Golden Jubilee event of the Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha.

Mauritius celebrates its 58th year of independence and its 34th year as a republic on March 12, 2026. If you are looking beech lover and adventure seekers, then Mauritius, which is also known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean," can be the best option with the most beautiful beaches.

In 2017, blockbuster investigations by the New Yorker and the New York Times laid bare a series of claims by young women that triggered an avalanche of allegations from more than 80 complainants and prompted the global #MeToo movement.

Ever since the US-Israel-Iran war broke out last month, the Middle Eastern country's participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been under a cloud of doubt. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday (Mar 11) about the situation, Infantino informed that he "spoke about the current situation in Iran".