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A ballistic missile has reportedly landed near a military air base in Saudi Arabia, falling in an uninhabited area and causing no casualties. Authorities say the missile impact occurred close to the base perimeter but did not damage key infrastructure. The incident comes amid rising tensions across West Asia as the conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States continues to escalate. Regional security analysts warn that stray or misdirected missiles could further widen the conflict and pull additional countries into the crisis.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian rubbished US President Donald Trump’s warning about an “unconditional surrender” and insisted that Iran’s enemies must take their wish for the unconditional surrender of the Iranian people to their graves.

Israel's Blue Sparrow missile evades air defences by travelling to the edge of space. It drops vertically at hypersonic speeds, bypassing radars with zero reaction time.

Reports say Russia may be providing intelligence to Iran about the locations of US military assets in the Middle East. According to officials cited in media reports, Moscow has shared information on the positions of American warships, aircraft and other military infrastructure. The intelligence sharing is believed to help Iran track and potentially target US forces across the region amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Officials cited in the reports say the information may include location data and surveillance intelligence that could improve Iran’s targeting capability. However, it is not clear how directly the intelligence has been used in attacks. Russia has previously condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran, while the reported intelligence cooperation highlights growing military coordination between Moscow and Tehran during the escalating crisis.

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The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is escalating rapidly. U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that there will be no peace deal with Iran unless Tehran agrees to “unconditional surrender.” The statement comes as Israeli airstrikes and U.S. military operations intensify across the region, raising fears of a wider Middle East war. Iran has rejected the demand and vowed to continue defending itself while missile attacks and military strikes continue on multiple fronts. With global oil prices rising and tensions spreading across the Middle East, the world is watching closely to see whether diplomacy or escalation will follow.

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In a major political upset in Nepal, rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah secured a massive mandate in the Jhapa constituency, defeating veteran leader K. P. Sharma Oli. Shah, representing Rastriya Swatantra Party, won 68,348 votes, far ahead of the 18,734 votes secured by Oli’s Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist). The landslide result marks a significant shift in Nepal’s political landscape, highlighting the growing popularity of new-age leaders and independent voices challenging established political forces.

Alphabet approved a new three-year compensation plan for CEO Sundar Pichai worth up to $692 million. Most incentives depend on Waymo and Wing valuations, Alphabet stock performance, and shareholder returns.

Israel's Blue Sparrow is an air-launched ballistic missile that travels to the edge of space before plunging vertically onto its target. This steep, high-speed descent makes it nearly impossible for conventional air defence systems to intercept.

As the world celebrates International Women's Day, let’s take a moment to recognise some Bollywood actresses who expanded their careers from Bollywood to Hollywood and made India proud. From Priyanka Chopra to Alia Bhatt, these actresses showcased their talent and made a strong impact.

Directed and written by Aditya Dhar, the movie will tell the backstory of Ranveer Singh's character, Hamza Ali Mazari and Jaskirat Singh Rangi. The movie will hit theatres on March 18.

President Droupadi Murmu raised concerns about the arrangements for an international event held in Siliguri during her one-day visit to West Bengal on Saturday. She had travelled to the town to attend the 9th International Santal Conference organised by the International Santal Council.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it attacked a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf. Tensions rise in the region as U.S. officials respond and maritime security concerns escalate. Stay updated for the latest developments.

Dubai International Airport briefly suspended operations after debris from an intercepted drone or missile threat caused an explosion nearby. Flights later resumed, though disruptions continued as UAE air defences responded to regional tensions.

US sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are writing their names on 2,000-pound bombs headed for Iran. This marks the continuation of an ancient military tradition as the US conducts heavy airstrikes during Operation Epic Fury.

Sri Lanka’s Navy has rescued and brought ashore more than 200 crew members from the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Bushehr after the ship reported engine problems near its waters. The sailors were transported to Colombo Port and later moved to the Welisara Naval Base for medical checks and processing. The vessel is expected to be escorted to Trincomalee as authorities manage the humanitarian situation.

The USS Abraham Lincoln uses a layered defence of missiles, rotary cannons, and electronic warfare to counter Iranian Shahed drones. However, intercepting $35,000 drones with $2 million missiles presents a major economic and tactical challenge.

First over his film Janayagan, and then over his wife’s serious allegations against him, the TVK chief addressed a huge crowd on Saturday during TVK’s International Women’s Day celebrations at Mamallapuram.