Israel Claims Killing of Iran’s Senior Official Ali Larijani
Israeli officials announced on March 16, 2026, that they killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s top security chief and key Revolutionary Guards figure, in precision airstrikes amid the US-Israel-Iran war. Netanyahu’s Statement PM Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the strike, describing Larijani as an influential IRGC commander and vowing continued targeting of Iran’s leadership
India–Iran Solidarity: Humanitarian Support Strengthens Ties Amid Conflict
From Kochi Port to Civilian Aid, New Delhi Extends a Hand of Support Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has publicly expressed gratitude towards India for its continued humanitarian support and diplomatic goodwill. The acknowledgment comes at a time when global alignments are being closely watched,
Bengal 2026: Is BJP Poised to Break TMC’s Long-Standing Grip?
Growing anti-incumbency and rising BJP momentum could reshape West Bengal’s political landscape As West Bengal moves toward the 2026 Assembly elections, the political narrative appears to be shifting. While Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) have dominated the state for over a decade, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) now
India and Pakistan Drawn Together in Hockey World Cup 2026
India’s men’s hockey team has been placed in Pool D alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, England, and Wales for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Tournament Details The event runs from August 15-30, 2026, co-hosted by Netherlands and Belgium, with India’s men’s matches in the Netherlands. Full schedule announced March 18. Pool
Sophie Molineux Returns for Australia vs West Indies T20Is
Australia’s women’s cricket captain Sophie Molineux is set to return from a back injury for the T20I series against West Indies starting March 19, 2026, in St Vincent. Injury Recovery The 28-year-old spinner missed the recent India series due to back soreness but has been cleared by selectors. She previously
Kerala Polls 2026: Congress Eyes Comeback
As Kerala heads into a crucial Assembly election, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has struck a confident yet urgent tone, describing the upcoming contest as one the party “should win.” His remarks underline the high stakes for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) in a state where political patterns are
Afghanistan Loses Trust in Pakistan After Kabul Airstrikes
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi stated on March 18, 2026, that Kabul has lost all trust in Pakistan’s intentions for diplomatic solutions following recent Pakistani airstrikes on the capital. Airstrike Details Pakistan conducted airstrikes on Kabul around March 16-17, targeting what it called TTP militant camps and infrastructure, including
India Seizes 15,000 LPG Cylinders in 12,000 Raids Amid Hoarding Crackdown
India’s government launched a nationwide enforcement drive on March 16, 2026, conducting nearly 12,000 raids and seizing about 15,000 LPG cylinders to curb hoarding and black marketing triggered by West Asia tensions. Key State Actions Delhi seized 600 cylinders; Uttar Pradesh ran 450 inspections with 10 arrests; Kerala over 1,000
WFP Warns Middle East War Risks Record Global Hunger Surge
The World Food Programme (WFP) warned on March 18, 2026, that the US-Israel-Iran conflict could propel acute hunger to unprecedented levels, potentially affecting 363 million people by June. Escalating Projections Current 318-349 million acute cases may rise by 45 million if hostilities continue, matching 2022 Ukraine war impacts. Oil price
UP ATS Arrests BDS Student for Running ISIS Online Module with Pakistani Handlers
Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested 19-year-old BDS second-year student Harish Ali from Saharanpur on March 16, 2026, for operating an ISIS-linked online radicalization network. Arrest and Activities Acting on intelligence, ATS nabbed Ali in Moradabad while he managed encrypted groups on Instagram, Session, and Discord using pseudonyms/VPNs to spread
