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Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, Indian airlines are scheduled to operate nearly 60 evacuation flights to bring stranded Indian citizens home safely from Gulf countries. The evacuation effort prioritizes students, workers, and families affected by airspace closures and regional conflict. Government authorities are coordinating with airlines to ensure smooth operations and timely departures.

“INFILTRATION BID FOILED: Acting on credible intelligence inputs and persistent surveillance, movement of terrorists was detected in the general area of Bhimber Gali along the Line of Control during the early hours of 04 March 2026,” the Indian Army said.

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The U.S. government has ordered non-emergency personnel to leave major cities in Pakistan amid rising regional tensions. The move comes as American officials assess potential security threats following escalating conflicts in West Asia. Embassies and consulates are taking precautionary measures to protect staff and families, while citizens are urged to stay updated through official channels.

A suspected Iranian drone strike hit near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire in the consulate parking area that was quickly contained, with no reported injuries. The strike comes amid a wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across the Gulf, targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied locations, including sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Officials confirmed consulate personnel are safe and accounted for. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions, with Washington monitoring developments closely.

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Israel launches airstrikes in Beirut, Baalbek and southern Lebanon, killing 10. Fresh evacuation orders issued amid rising tensions with Hezbollah.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in recent US-Israeli strikes, will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad, Iranian state media report. Mashhad — one of the country’s holiest cities and home to the revered Imam Reza shrine — is where Khamenei was born and where his father is also buried.

Senator Marco Rubio stated that the United States was not planning to be struck first amid rising tensions with Iran. According to Rubio, U.S. military strategy and intelligence assessments indicated that any escalation would focus on defensive and targeted measures, rather than preemptively exposing American forces to attack.

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As the US-Iran conflict escalates, thousands of Indian nationals, including students, professionals, and workers, find themselves stranded across Iran and the broader Gulf region due to airspace closures and flight disruptions. Indian students in Tehran and other cities have voiced fear and uncertainty, with families back home urgently calling for evacuation and repatriation efforts. The Indian Embassy has relocated many students to safer areas within Iran and issued advisories urging caution. Government ministries are working to monitor the situation, issue helplines, and prepare evacuation plans to bring citizens home safely amid rising regional tensions.

As the conflict escalates, a critical question emerges: can Israel and the United States replenish advanced interceptor missiles faster than Iran can manufacture drones? Analysts describe a growing “war of attrition,” where relatively low-cost Iranian drones challenge high-value air defence systems like Iron Dome and Patriot. While interception rates remain high, sustained barrages could strain stockpiles and production capacity. Defence industries are ramping up output, but manufacturing sophisticated interceptors takes time and significant resources.

A report claims a Kuwaiti F/A-18 Hornet mistakenly shot down three US F-15E Strike Eagles in a friendly-fire incident during active combat over Kuwait. CENTCOM confirmed the crash, while Iranian media claimed responsibility. All crew survived as tensions in the Iran war escalate further.

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says Iran has launched a massive barrage of more than 500 ballistic missiles and over 2,000 drones in retaliation against ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes, marking one of the largest salvoes in the current conflict. The unprecedented number of projectiles has forced Israel and Gulf states — including the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain — to activate and heavily rely on their air defence systems to intercept incoming threats and protect territory and civilians.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb received a ceremonial Guard of Honour during his official visit to India, marking a key moment in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. The ceremony, held with full state protocol, underscores growing cooperation in trade, technology, defense, and global diplomacy. Leaders from both countries are expected to discuss regional security, economic partnerships, and multilateral collaboration.

Asif called for national unity, urging Pakistanis to set aside political and religious differences to recognise what he described as a "conspiracy" by “eternal enemies.”

Israeli officials confirmed that multiple incoming projectiles were successfully intercepted by the country’s air defence systems amid ongoing regional escalation. Sirens were activated in several areas as defensive batteries engaged the threats. Authorities said the situation remains under assessment, with emergency services on standby.

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