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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the drone strike adjacent to the U.S. consulate in Dubai and said all personnel were safe

Dubai authorities extinguished a fire near the US consulate following a drone strike. Emergency teams responded swiftly, and no injuries were reported. The UAE's air defense systems intercepted numerous missiles and drones. The nation maintains its right to self-defense amidst ongoing regional tensions. The UAE reiterates its neutral stance in the conflict.

US President Trump has sharply criticized European nations, particularly Spain, for their stance on the US-Israel military campaign against Iran. While Germany is praised, Spain's refusal to allow base usage for operations against Iran has drawn Trump's ire. The conflict escalates with regional attacks and rising oil prices.

Curtains Come Down On 777 Foreign-Made Wristwatches Smuggling Case

Workers’ union Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan reports widespread failures in National Mobile Monitoring System’s facial recognition update; government officials claim that over 22 lakh workers successfully recorded their attendance using the new facial recognition feature

India is actively working to repatriate thousands of its citizens stranded in West Asian countries like the UAE and Qatar. The government is utilizing a combination of charter and scheduled flights, with airlines warned against fare hikes. This effort follows a high-level review of the West Asia crisis.

Justice K. Rajasekar however denies bail to an advocate, cancels the bail granted by a sessions court to 12 other co-accused and confirms the bail granted to two more of the 30 accused persons

Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israel strike, with his burial planned for Mashhad. The assassination marks a significant escalation, with US President Trump calling it justice and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu noting signs of his demise.

Thirty-eight Indian-flagged ships, carrying crude and LNG with nearly 1,100 seafarers, are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the West Asia conflict. Three Indian sailors died and one was injured on foreign-flagged vessels in recent attacks off Oman. Shipping authorities are prioritizing seafarer safety and maritime asset security.

Sources said the DMK raised its offer from 25 to 27 Assembly seats and one Rajya Sabha seat, while the Congress leadership is demanding 30 Assembly seats and a Rajya Sabha seat.

He adds that actor’s Vijay’s outfit still operated like a “fan club” and doesn’t have “a command and control structure”

In a communication dated March 2, he wrote to the T.N. Chief Minister expressing Karnataka’s strong support on the issue

NIA has requested China's assistance to identify the buyer of a GoPro camera, crucial evidence in a Lashkar-e-Taiba attack. Activated in Dongguan, China, the camera's origin is vital for tracing terrorist reconnaissance and operational links. This move highlights international cooperation efforts in combating terror.

"Indian carriers are further planning 58 flights on 4th March, including 30 by IndiGo and 23 by Air India and Air India Express," Civil Aviation Ministry said.

The video links have been sent to the judges, who watch the presentations and select the winners based on marks

A Hindu temple in Peterborough secured a High Court injunction halting the sale of its building to a mosque. The Bharat Hindu Samaj Temple, serving 18,000 devotees and offering community services, challenged the council's decision after being outbid. The judge found a strong case for interim relief, preventing irreversible steps.

Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib has been released from Tihar jail after being granted bail. He asserted that the Congress and its youth wing will continue their opposition to the India-US deal, claiming it harms farmers. Chib was arrested for his alleged role in a protest at Bharat Mandapam.

Tuesday’s initiative comes as sowing starts for paddy season in the region