Following the recent Nepal elections, Balendra Shah is set to take oath as the new Prime Minister of Nepal, marking a significant political transition in the country. Shah’s swearing-in highlights his mandate to lead Nepal through key reforms and governance initiatives. Political analysts see this as a pivotal moment for Nepal’s democracy and future policy direction.


Nepal Elections | Balendra Shah to Take Oath As Nepal Prime Minister

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched its 82nd wave of missile and drone strikes targeting Israeli and allied positions as part of the ongoing Israel‑Iran war, in one of the longest series of coordinated barrages since the conflict began. The latest offensive includes ballistic missiles, UAVs, and drones aimed at military and strategic targets, forcing Israeli air defences to respond amid heightened regional tensions. 


Israel‑Iran War: Iran Launches Deadly Zolfaghar Missile Strikes on Tel Aviv and Haifa

The global economy has taken a hit from the escalating iran war, with the oecd warning that a stronger growth trajectory is now off track. Prior to the war in iran, global growth was expected to outperform earlier estimates. But disruptions to energy flows have significantly altered the outlook.


OECD Cuts Global Growth Amid War Risks | World Business Watch 

Global markets are reeling as the Iran conflict remains highly volatile. U.S. Stocks saw a sharp sell-off, with the Nasdaq entering correction territory, while oil prices surged, then fell amid fresh de-escalation signals from Trump. Take a look at this report for more. 


 S&P 500 Sees Biggest Drop Since January 20 

A U.S. federal court has issued a temporary block on a Pentagon action, halting its implementation while legal challenges are reviewed. The ruling addresses concerns raised by plaintiffs regarding the legality and potential consequences of the Pentagon’s decision.


US Court Temporarily Blocks Pentagon Action 

U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the federal government to ensure that airport security staff are paid, addressing concerns over delayed salaries and staffing shortages at major airports.


Donald Trump Orders Govt to Pay Airport Security Staff

US President Donald Trump announced a 10‑day pause on planned strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure at Tehran’s request, extending the deadline to April 6, 2026, as diplomatic talks continue “very well,” according to the White House.


US-Iran War: US President Says Strikes Paused for 10 Days at Iran's Request 

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off the east coast of Japan’s largest island, Honshu, on Thursday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of about 10 km, and authorities are monitoring the region for any impacts or safety concerns.


Japan Earthquake: 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Japan’s Honshu Coast

Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war in 2026, President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. is prepared to “unleash hell” on Iran if Tehran refuses to accept U.S. conditions for peace and continuing negotiations, a stern message echoed by the White House. Iran responded defiantly, rejecting proposed ceasefire terms and pledging to fight on, warning regional neighbours and maintaining its own war objectives as tensions escalate across the Middle East.


US-Iran War: Trump Threatens to Unleash Hell on Iran As Tehran Vows to Fight On

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a New York federal courtroom alongside his wife Cilia Flores as part of his ongoing U.S. drug trafficking and narco‑terrorism case. The hearing focused on a dispute over whether Venezuela’s government can fund his legal defense amid U.S. sanctions, which Maduro’s team says violates his rights and undermines his ability to mount a defense. 


Ex-Venezuela Leader Arrived in New York Court with Wife; Dispute Over Maduro's Legal Fees

US President Donald Trump has again publicly criticized NATO, accusing the alliance of inaction and pushing allies to do more on defense — particularly over the Strait of Hormuz and broader security issues. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte responded with a more measured, conciliatory tone, defending alliance cooperation and the need to balance U.S. expectations with collective decision‑making among member states. 


Donald Trump Slams NATO Again, Rutte Drops Conciliatory Response

China has cautioned the U.S. against escalating tensions in the Asia-Pacific, warning that building an ammunition facility could trigger “war chaos.” Beijing emphasizes diplomatic resolution while signaling its readiness to counter military expansion. Analysts see this as a high-stakes warning amid rising regional security tensions.


China Warns U.S. Over Asia-Pacific Tensions, Opposes Ammunition Facility 

Israeli airstrikes have pounded buildings in Beirut’s southern suburbs, leaving large swaths of the city devastated and contributing to a deepening humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. As part of the broader 2026 conflict involving Israel and Iranian‑backed Hezbollah, more than 1,000 civilians have been killed and over one million people displaced from their homes, according to local authorities and international reports.


Israeli Airstrikes Hit Building in Beirut's Suburbs |Over 1000 Killed, More Than 1Mn Displaced

Italian voters have rejected a constitutional judicial reform proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, handing her government a significant political setback ahead of the 2027 general election. The national referendum, held March 22–23, saw a majority vote “No” to changes that would have altered how judges and prosecutors are selected and governed.


Italy Rejects Meloni's Judicial Reform Referendum; Major Political Setback Ahead of 2027 Election

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed a second missile strike on the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, asserting that its missiles targeted the vessel in the Arabian Sea.


US-Iran War: Iran Claims Second Missile Strike on USS Abraham Lincoln

US-Iran War: US President Says Strikes Paused for 10 Days at Iran's Request

Iran has issued a strong ultimatum to the United States and Israel amid the ongoing 2026 Iran war, demanding concessions and warning of further retaliation if its conditions aren’t met. The conflict began with coordinated US‑Israel strikes against Iran, triggering heavy Iranian missile and drone responses across the region.


US-Israel War With Iran: Iran Issues Ultimatum to US & Israel As War Rages On

Israel-Iran War | Iran Pounds Tel Aviv & Haifa With Deadly Zolfaghar Missile 

Democrats have mocked former President Donald Trump for skipping this year’s CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference), suggesting that the event’s low television ratings are why he chose not to attend. Critics argue that Trump’s absence underlines his strained relationship with key conservative backers and reflects broader divisions within the Republican Party ahead of upcoming elections.


Democrats Taunt Trump For Missing CPAC, Claim Low Ratings As a Reason 

Israeli defence forces scrambled to intercept a record barrage of rockets and missiles fired by Hezbollah amid escalating tensions in the region. The unprecedented attack marks one of the most intense exchanges in recent years, raising fears of a broader military escalation.

Israeli Defences Scramble as Hezbollah Fires Record Barrage of Rockets and Missiles

Nicolás Maduro has once again appeared in a New York federal court, weeks after his dramatic capture by US forces and extradition over narcoterrorism and drug trafficking charges. In his first US court hearing, Maduro rejected the allegations and controversially described himself as a “prisoner of war” rather than a criminal defendant, arguing that his capture was a military act and part of a broader geopolitical struggle.


Maduro Called Himself a 'Prisoner of War' in First Court Hearing

Israel-Iran War | IRGC Launches 82nd Wave of Missiles, Drone Strikes

Donald Trump has said that Iran should not be allowed to charge tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, calling the move unacceptable amid rising tensions in the ongoing US-Iran war.


US‑Iran War | Trump Says Iran Shouldn’t Be Able to Charge Toll Through Strait of Hormuz

#Gravitas Iranian missiles are making their way through Israeli defences, and striking various parts of the country, raising critical questions on the depleting stockpile of Israeli and American interceptors. 


US-Israel War with Iran: Iranian Missiles Piercing Israeli, American Defences

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Nepal Elections | Balendra Shah to Take Oath As Nepal Prime Minister

Israel‑Iran War: Iran Launches Deadly Zolfaghar Missile Strikes on Tel Aviv and Haifa

OECD Cuts Global Growth Amid War Risks | World Business Watch

S&P 500 Sees Biggest Drop Since January 20

US Court Temporarily Blocks Pentagon Action

Donald Trump Orders Govt to Pay Airport Security Staff

US-Iran War: US President Says Strikes Paused for 10 Days at Iran's Request

Japan Earthquake: 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Japan’s Honshu Coast

US-Iran War: Trump Threatens to Unleash Hell on Iran As Tehran Vows to Fight On

Ex-Venezuela Leader Arrived in New York Court with Wife; Dispute Over Maduro's Legal Fees

Donald Trump Slams NATO Again, Rutte Drops Conciliatory Response

China Warns U.S. Over Asia-Pacific Tensions, Opposes Ammunition Facility

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Building in Beirut's Suburbs |Over 1000 Killed, More Than 1Mn Displaced

Italy Rejects Meloni's Judicial Reform Referendum; Major Political Setback Ahead of 2027 Election

US-Iran War: Iran Claims Second Missile Strike on USS Abraham Lincoln

US-Iran War: US President Says Strikes Paused for 10 Days at Iran's Request

US-Israel War With Iran: Iran Issues Ultimatum to US & Israel As War Rages On

Israel-Iran War | Iran Pounds Tel Aviv & Haifa With Deadly Zolfaghar Missile

Democrats Taunt Trump For Missing CPAC, Claim Low Ratings As a Reason

Israeli Defences Scramble as Hezbollah Fires Record Barrage of Rockets and Missiles

Maduro Called Himself a 'Prisoner of War' in First Court Hearing

Israel-Iran War | IRGC Launches 82nd Wave of Missiles, Drone Strikes

US‑Iran War | Trump Says Iran Shouldn’t Be Able to Charge Toll Through Strait of Hormuz

US-Israel War with Iran: Iranian Missiles Piercing Israeli, American Defences