Abu Dhabi, March 9 (IANS) Debris from an intercepted Iranian projectile struck a tower in Dubai Marina on sending smoke rising from the building’s facade and triggering brief concern in the area.Authorities later confirmed that the situation had been quickly brought under control and no injuries were reported.Dubai’s government confirmed the incident shortly afterwards in a post on X, explaining that the damage occurred due to debris falling after air defence systems intercepted the incoming…
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Abu Dhabi, March 8 (IANS) The UAE said on Sunday that its air defences have detected 17 ballistic missiles, of which 16 were destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said that its air defences detected 117 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), of which 113 were intercepted while four UAVs fell within the country’s territory.In a statement shared on social media platform X, UAE’s Ministry of Defence said, “Since the start of the Iranian attacks, 238 ballistic missi…
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The growing uncertainty over Iran’s leadership after the death of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is drawing global attention, with analysts debating who will replace him, a report has said. However, many experts believe the more important question is what the crisis means for China’s long-term strategy, particularly as Beijing prepares for potential geopolitical tensions involving Taiwan, according to Taipei Times report.China has deep economic ties with …
Tehran, March 8 (IANS) Iran on Sunday declared that its right to self-defence will continue until what it described as “aggression” by the United States and Israel comes to an end or until the United Nations Security Council identifies and names the “aggressors” under Article 39 of the UN Charter and determines the responsibilities arising from their actions.In a statement issued by Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tehran said the joint military attacks carried out by the US and Isr…
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Saturday that more than 52,000 Indian nationals have been safely brought back from the Gulf region to India between March 1 and March 7, following the outbreak of war in West Asia. The MEA said that of these, 32,107 passengers travelled on Indian carriers, while the rest were flown by foreign airlines.MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the Government of India has been continuously monitoring developments in W…
Srinagar, March 6 (IANS) After the situation throughout the Kashmir Valley remained peaceful on Friday, authorities said that normalcy has returned and all restrictions would be lifted from Saturday. Friday’s congregational prayers were held peacefully in all districts of the Valley, including Srinagar city.After the situation was reviewed at a high level security review meeting on Friday evening, top sources told IANS that restrictions will be lifted from the Valley on Saturday.”High speed inte…
Tel Aviv, March 6 (IANS) As many as 50 Air Force fighter jets were involved in the attack on Iranian regime’s leadership compound in Tehran on February 28 that led to the assassination of country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) revealed on Friday. “Approximately 50 Air Force fighter jets, with precise guidance from the Intelligence Directorate and in cooperation with the Anti-Terrorism Directorate, attacked Ali Khamenei’s underground bunker, which was bui…
Tehran, March 6 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday said that “some countries” have begun “mediation efforts” to resolve the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel which also led to the assassination of country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, last week.”Some countries have begun mediation efforts. Let’s be clear: we are committed to lasting peace in the region yet we have no hesitation in defending our nation’s dignity and sovereignty. Mediation should addre…
New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled Class 10 Board examinations in several West Asian countries amid escalating tensions in the region following the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, the Embassy of India in Muscat confirmed on Friday. The Embassy of India in Muscat shared the CBSE circular on its official social media platform X, informing students and parents about the changes in the examination schedule across Gu…
New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi for the second time in less than a week on Thursday, discussing the evolving security situation in West Asia. Following their conversation, EAM Jaishankar wrote on X, “Had a telecon with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi this afternoon.”EAM Jaishankar last spoke with Araghchi on February 28, expressing India’s concerns at the recent developments in…