Tehran: The conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States has intensified as military operations entered their seventh day, with large-scale airstrikes reported across several parts of Iran. According to Israeli military sources, the expanded offensive aims to destroy underground facilities believed to store ballistic missiles. International media reports indicate that advanced U.S. B-2 bomber Read More…
The United States has granted India a temporary 30-day waiver to purchase Russian oil. The decision comes amid rising tensions in West Asia that have disrupted energy markets worldwide. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the relief, allowing Indian refineries to continue importing Russian crude and petroleum products. The U.S. Department of the Treasury said Read More…
Saudi Arabia and Oman have reopened their airspace following disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia. With the airspace now accessible, several airlines have begun restoring flight operations to key Gulf destinations. Air India and Air India Express have resumed services to Jeddah and Muscat. Air India Express will operate flights today (March 6) between Read More…
The UAE authorities have announced a waiver on overstay fines for certain visa holders. The decision was issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP). The exemption applies to visitors holding tourist or visit visas, individuals with exit permits, and residents whose residency permits were cancelled to facilitate their departure Read More…
Tehran: Tensions across West Asia have escalated sharply as the United States and Israel launched fresh strikes on strategic locations in Iran, including areas around Tehran, late on Wednesday night. According to reports, the attacks primarily targeted missile launch pads and weapons storage facilities, aiming to weaken Iran’s missile capabilities. The US claimed the strikes Read More…
Tehran: In a dramatic turn of events, Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as Iran’s new Supreme Leader following the reported death of longtime leader Ali Khamenei in a U.S.–Israel airstrike. The announcement comes amid a deep political and administrative crisis in the country. The powerful 88-member Assembly of Experts is said to have finalized the Read More…
Tehran: A 4.3-magnitude earthquake struck southern Iran on Tuesday, adding to tensions in a region already rattled by ongoing US–Israel military strikes. The tremor was recorded in the Gerash area at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the United States Geological Survey. Authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports of casualties or major Read More…
New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 10 and Class 12 examinations scheduled for March 5 and March 6 in Gulf countries, citing the escalating situation in West Asia. The move comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of students appearing for the board exams Read More…
Kochi: Air connectivity between Kerala and the Gulf received a major boost as flight services on the Kochi–Muscat route resumed on Tuesday. Oman Air restarted operations with its morning departure at 8:10 am from Kochi, while Air India Express also resumed services on the sector. An inbound flight from Muscat landed in Kochi at 7:40 Read More…
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the ongoing war with Iran may stretch beyond initial expectations as fighting spreads across the region. The conflict, which reportedly began on February 28 with a major strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has rapidly intensified. Trump stated that military operations were progressing “substantially ahead of Read More…