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Asteroid 2024 YR4 will miss the moon in 2032. Scientists have calculated that not only will it miss Earth, but it will also not collide with the moon anymore, an event that had a high chance of happening until recently. James Webb Space Telescope takes the honours.

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister has made a defiant declaration, saying Tehran has “no option but to resist” what it calls aggression by the United States and Israel amid the ongoing war. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, he framed Iran’s stance as a historic and moral fight and vowed resistance “to the last bullet and last soldier,” while condemning foreign attacks and alleged violations of international law. Get the latest analysis on Iran’s evolving strategy and what this means for regional tensions.

A new SIPRI report highlights a sharp rise in arms imports across West Asia over the last two decades. Aircraft and missile systems dominate the region’s purchases, with the United States remaining the largest supplier. The report sheds light on how prolonged conflicts and security concerns are driving the region’s growing military stockpiles.

Karnataka IT minister Priyanka Kharge had indicated that the state government was exploring the possibility of restricting social media access for children. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao had also expressed concerns about the impact of excessive screen exposure on children.

Sri Lanka has confirmed that Iran requested port entry for its ships as rescue operations for Iranian crew members continue. Authorities are evacuating more than 200 sailors from a second Iranian vessel after a reported US submarine attack near Sri Lankan waters. President Ranil Wickremesinghe has directed the navy to move the vessel to Trincomalee port.

Major air traffic disruptions are reported across West Asia as ongoing conflicts escalate. Airlines have canceled and diverted flights due to safety concerns, leaving travelers stranded and airports congested. Experts warn the aviation meltdown could continue until regional tensions stabilize, affecting international travel and cargo operations.

UPSC has officially declared the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 final results today, March 6, 2026. Anuj Agnihotri from AIIMS Jodhpur has secured All India Rank 1, followed by Rajeshwari Suve M and Akansh Dhull.

India has received a 30-day waiver from the United States allowing continued imports of Russian oil amid global sanctions. The waiver provides India strategic flexibility in energy sourcing while navigating international pressure. Analysts see this as a significant move in India-U.S.-Russia energy diplomacy.

US-Israel at war with Iran: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the world faces the highest nuclear threat in decades. He urged global powers to stop nuclear saber-rattling and take urgent steps to halt the growing arms race. The warning comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and fears of nuclear escalation.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced plans to restrict social media access for children under 16. The proposal, revealed during the ₹4.48 lakh crore 2026–27 state budget, aims to tackle the growing impact of excessive mobile and social media usage among young users. If implemented, Karnataka could become the first Indian state to introduce such a restriction.

Milky Way's chaotic and violent heart has been producing three mysterious signals, which scientists say could be coming from a particular kind of dark matter. Could this hypothetical substance be the source of the extreme energy spikes?

A Holi altercation in Delhi’s Uttam Nagar over a water balloon turned violent, leaving 26-year-old Tarun Kumar dead. Police arrested four adults and a minor.

The U.S. military is reportedly using the LUCAS drone, a reverse-engineered version of Iran’s Shahed-136, in its campaign against Tehran. A U.S. admiral praised the cost-effective kamikaze drone as Washington ramps up strikes while Iran continues attacks across the Gulf region.

Badshah's latest Haryanvi track Tateeree, has sparked controversy over alleged objectionable lyrics. The rapper has been summoned to appear in front of the Haryana State Commission for Women on March 13.

India is just one win away from retaining their T20 World Cup title. The thrilling final will take place this Sunday in Ahmedabad. Fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown as India aims to continue their championship streak.

Fresh explosions were heard over Tel Aviv after the Israel Defense Forces said missiles were launched from Iran toward Israel. Air-defence systems were activated to intercept the incoming threat as sirens sounded across central Israel. Authorities urged residents to take shelter while interceptions were reported in the sky.

Some reports in local Iranian media claimed that Iran has successfully tricked Israeli forces by painting decoys of helicopters on the ground. The Israeli Defence Forces have not responded to the claims, and hence the chatter on social media about the video is still on.

Justin Timberlake, who was arrested in 2024 in a DWI case, has temporarily blocked the public release of body camera footage. Read to know more.

From Virat Kohli to Kane Williamson, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IND vs NZ ODIs. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ross Taylor and Nathan Astle