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As Conflict Widens, Pilots Navigate Missiles, Drones And Mental Stress
Airline pilots have faced escalating risks in recent years, from drone incursions to flight paths squeezed by conflict. Now US-Israeli attacks on Iran are making the skies even more perilous and ratcheting up the pressure on those flying through them
'Jets Overhead, But Life Normal': Indians In Dubai Amid Iran War
For Indian expats in Dubai, life has largely continued as usual even after tensions escalated in Middle East following the outbreak of hostilities involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
Google's Sundar Pichai's Total Pay Hiked To Over Rs 63,00,00,00,000: Report
The bulk of the package comes from performance stock units (PSUs) valued at $126 million, split evenly into two tranches, the report mentioned.
Pakistan Increases Petrol, Diesel Prices By PKR 55 A Litre, Highest-Ever Hike
In the first post-Iran war economic shock, Pakistan government in an overnight decision has increased petrol and high-speed diesel prices by PKR 55 per litre each, the highest-ever hike.
Vibes Over Intel? US Says Trump Acted On "Good Feeling" In Iran Strike
Donald Trump has plunged the United States into its most significant conflict in decades over a "feeling." It's not his political opponents saying this, but the White House itself.
Saudi Minister Meets Pak's Asim Munir, Warns Iran Against "Miscalculation"
Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman urged Iran on Saturday to "avoid miscalculation", following missile and drone launches at the kingdom.
Opinion: Opinion | Iran And The Actual Questions India Should Be Asking About IRIS Dena Storm
The Iranian ship was our invitee, took part in our Fleet Review, and its personnel paraded before our President. As hosts, this put some moral burden on us to express our regrets at the tragedy that befell those who were earlier our guests.
White House's MAGA Post Gets Pokemon's "Not Involved" Response
The White House shared an image replicating the cover art of Pokemon Pokopia, a new game from Nintendo, featuring the text “Make America Great Again.”
Oil Prices Surge To $91.84 Per Barrel Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Crude oil prices surged further on Saturday to reach $91.84 per barrel amid the escalating US-Israel and Iran war.
How Nepal's Gen Z Forced A Government Collapse And Is Now Dominating Election
Nepal is counting votes in its first general election since Gen Z-led protests in 2025 toppled then Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s government.
US Launches $20 Billion Gulf Shipping Insurance Plan
The United States unveiled a $20 billion maritime reinsurance plan aimed at protecting shipping and stabilising trade through the Gulf region amid tensions linked to the conflict with Iran.
Trump's Gratuitous Alienation Of India His Biggest Mistake: Ex-Australia PM
Former Australian prime minister Tony Abbott told NDTV that one of the biggest mistakes made by US President Donald Trump so far has been the way he has handled relations with India.
Gold Stuck In Dubai Is Being Sold At Discount As Iran War Widens
Many buyers have stepped back from new orders, unwilling to pay exceptionally high shipping and insurance costs with no guarantee of prompt delivery.
US Clears Emergency Sale Of 12,000 Bomb Casings Worth $152 Million To Israel
The US State Department approved the "emergency" sale of 12,000 bomb casings to Israel on Friday as the countries engage Iran in an escalating Middle East war.
Iran Spent Billions On Iraq Proxies. Now They Don't Want To Join The War
There has been no mass mobilization of Iran's proxies inside Iraq, one of the last redoubts of the Islamic Republic's once-formidable system of alliances stretching from Gaza, Lebanon and Syria to Yemen and Iraq.
"War Is Not Movie": Actor Ben Stiller Slams White House Over Iran Strikes Video
The White House's social media blurred the lines of reality Friday, posting montages that wove snippets of Hollywood blockbusters and video games into real footage of military strikes on Iran.
Story Of 3 Iranian Ships: 1 Doomed, 2 Spared In Indian Ocean
In the first week of March, three Iranian naval vessels operating in the Indian Ocean found themselves at the centre of a geopolitical crisis.
US THAAD Radar System, Worth $300 Million, Obliterated By Iran
Iran has destroyed a key $300 million radar system crucial to directing US missile defense batteries in the Gulf that risks further straining the region's ability to counter future attacks, according to a US official.
US To Deploy Anti Drone System From Ukraine To Middle East To Counter Iran
An American anti-drone system proven to work against Russian drones in Ukraine will soon be sent to the Middle East to bolster US defenses against Iranian drones, two US officials said
