IGL Confirms Stable PNG Supply to Hospitals Amid Global Disruptions
Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) assured on March 14, 2026, that piped natural gas (PNG) supply to hospitals and essential services in Delhi-NCR remains uninterrupted despite global LNG uncertainties from the US-Iran war. Clarification on Advisory IGL’s March 9 advisory urged contingency fuel plans per gas agreements, but no actual halt
Over 3 Lakh Artisans to Benefit from SFURTI Cluster Initiatives
The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) reports that 364 completed MSE-CDP projects and SFURTI clusters will benefit approximately 3.03 lakh traditional artisans across India. SFURTI Progress Since 2015-16, 513 SFURTI clusters approved with ₹1,332.95 crore assistance; 378 functional, 135 ongoing. These cover handicrafts, handloom, agro-processing, coir, honey,
Al Nassr Thrash Al Khaleej 5-0, Al Hilal Edge Al Fateh 1-0 in Saudi Pro League
Al Nassr dominated Al Khaleej 5-0 on March 14, 2026, while Al Hilal secured a narrow 1-0 win over Al Fateh, keeping both powerhouses atop the Saudi Pro League standings. Al Nassr’s Rout At Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium, Abdullah Al-Hamdan (31′), Ayman Yahya (54′), Joao Felix (73′, 79′), and
US Places $10 Million Bounty on Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
The US State Department announced a $10 million reward on March 15, 2026, for intelligence leading to the disruption of activities by Mojtaba Khamenei—Iran’s new Supreme Leader—and IRGC chiefs amid the ongoing war. Bounty Targets and Rationale Mojtaba Khamenei, who succeeded his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after his death in
US-Israel-Iran War Enters Day 16: Intensifying Strikes Across Middle East
The US-Israel conflict with Iran, launched on February 28 via Operations Roaring Lion and Epic Fury, rages into its third week with missile barrages, drone attacks, and Hormuz tensions as of March 15, 2026. Major Military Developments US Marines (over 2,000) deploy to the Gulf; Israel eyes Lebanon ground offensive
Iran FM: Strait of Hormuz Open, But Closed to US and Israel Ships
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on March 14, 2026, that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for international shipping but bars vessels linked to the US and Israel, amid escalating war tensions. Statement Details “As a matter of fact, the Strait of Hormuz is open. It is only closed
Trump Threatens Strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island Oil Infrastructure
US President Donald Trump warned on March 14, 2026, that he would target Kharg Island’s oil facilities if Iran disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping, following recent US strikes that destroyed military targets but spared export hubs. Recent Strikes on Kharg Iranian oil facility On March 13, US forces executed massive
UAE Intercepts Iranian Drones and Missiles Amid US-Iran War Spillover
The UAE has intercepted 10 missiles and 26 drones on March 12, 2026, as Iran’s retaliation targets US allies like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, causing minor incidents but no major casualties. Key Incidents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi A drone struck near Dubai Creek Harbour, sparking a fire quickly controlled
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea During US-South Korea Drills
North Korea launched around 10 unidentified ballistic missiles toward the East Sea/Sea of Japan on March 14, 2026, from the Sunan area near Pyongyang, amid ongoing joint Freedom Shield exercises between the US and South Korea. Missile Details and Response South Korea’s Joint Chiefs detected launches around 1:20 PM local
Why Kharg Island— Iran’s Oil Crown Jewel—Is Pivotal in US-Israel War
Kharg Island, handling 90% of Iran’s crude exports, stands as a critical economic lifeline spared so far in the US-Israel strikes, but its vulnerability could reshape global energy markets if targeted. Strategic Oil Export Hub Off Bushehr in the Persian Gulf, the 8x5km coral island processes ~1.3-1.6 million barrels/day (up
