Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump demanded Iran fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours—by March 23 evening—or face US strikes obliterating its power plants, starting with the largest. Crisis Timeline Deadline began March 21 at 23:44 GMT amid fourth-week US-Israel-Iran war. Iran blocked the vital chokepoint (20% global oil
BJP-NDA Finalizes Kerala Assembly Polls Candidates Transparently
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar highlighted the NDA’s transparent candidate selection process for Kerala 2026 polls on March 22, contrasting it with Congress and CPM’s alleged opaque methods, signaling strong intent ahead of April 9 voting. Candidate Announcements BJP released multiple lists: first with 47 names including Chandrasekhar (Nemom), K Surendran
Ex-Pak Envoy Abdul Basit Threatens Strikes on Delhi, Mumbai if US Attacks Pakistan
Former Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit sparked outrage on March 20, 2026, by stating Pakistan would target Mumbai and New Delhi if the US or Israel attacks it, framing India as the “default” retaliatory option. Remarks Context In a TV interview amid US-Iran war, Basit said: “If America
West Asia Conflict Escalates: Trump Issues 48-Hour Hormuz Ultimatum
US President Donald Trump warned Iran on March 21, 2026, to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face strikes obliterating its power plants, as Iranian missiles hit southern Israeli cities Dimona and Arad, injuring dozens. Key Developments Iran’s IRGC claimed dominance over Israeli skies, vowing intensified attacks
US Issues 30-Day Sanctions Waiver for Iranian Oil Sales
The United States issued a 30-day sanctions waiver on March 20, 2026, allowing the sale and purchase of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products already loaded on vessels, aiming to ease global energy supply pressures amid the US-Israel-Iran war. Energy Market Relief Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the license unlocks
Haryana Govt Takes Over Al-Falah University, Appoints IAS Amit Kumar Agrawal
Haryana government assumed control of Al-Falah University in Faridabad on March 20, 2026, appointing 2003-batch IAS officer Amit Kumar Agrawal as administrator following an inquiry revealing statutory violations, financial irregularities, and terror financing links. Administrator Role Agrawal oversees financial and administrative affairs, with deputed officials from JC Bose University (Abhinav
PM Modi Extends Eid al-Fitr Greetings Emphasizing Brotherhood
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the nation on Eid al-Fitr on March 21, 2026, stating, “Best wishes on Eid-ul-Fitr. May this day further brotherhood and kindness all around. May everyone be happy and healthy. Eid Mubarak!” Nationwide Celebrations Eid prayers held across India after moon sighting confirmed March 21 festivities,
India Sends 2.5 Tonne Medical Aid to Kabul After Airstrike
India delivered 2.5 tonnes of emergency medical supplies to Kabul on March 20, 2026, to aid victims of the March 16 Pakistani airstrike on a drug rehabilitation hospital that killed over 400 civilians. Aid Consignment The shipment includes emergency medicines, medical disposables, kits, and equipment to support treatment and recovery
Ronaldo Set for World Cup Comeback
Portugal Relieved as Injury Update Brings Hope In a major boost for football fans worldwide, Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to recover in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026, easing concerns around his recent injury. Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez confirmed that the star forward’s condition is not serious, assuring
Delhi Wakes to Rare March Fog, Sharp Temperature Drop
Delhi-NCR experienced dense fog on March 21, 2026—a rare late-March occurrence—reducing visibility and dropping minimum temperatures to 13-15°C amid recent cold wave conditions. Weather Context IMD recorded Delhi’s coldest March day in six years on March 20 (max 26.8°C), with 9.4mm rainfall breaking three-year records due to western disturbances. Max
