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India and Canada aim to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030, accelerating negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Leaders discussed critical minerals, uranium, and defense cooperation, with several MoUs exchanged, including those on CEPA Terms of Reference and critical mineral collaboration.

The Rajya Sabha polls for the seven seats in Maharashtra will be held on March 16, 2026 and votes will be counted on the same day

Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery facility was struck by a drone, leading to its shutdown and exacerbating global supply concerns. This incident follows attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, nearly halting oil shipments. The drone strike is part of a wider regional escalation, with other Gulf states also targeted, shocking officials with the intensity of Iran's response

Prime Minister Narendra Modi voiced deep concern over the escalating Middle East situation. This follows significant military action by the United States and Israel against Iran. The strikes led to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. India will work with regional nations to ensure the safety of its citizens.

India will witness a spectacular total lunar eclipse on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This deep celestial event, where the Moon fully enters Earth's shadow, will be visible across the nation. While most of India will see the latter stages at moonrise, parts of the Northeast and Andaman and Nicobar Islands will catch the end of totality.

Global oil markets are preparing for potential supply disruptions after US airstrikes on Iran over the weekend revived concerns that shipments through the Strait of Hormuz could be affected.

. Globally, the V-Class is offered with two wheelbase choices - Long at 3,200mm and Extra Long measuring 3,430mm. The Indian market gets extra long variant with the AMG line exterior package. Buyers can choose from five exterior colour options and two interior colour themes.

Suriya’s latest film with director Venky Atluri has been officially titled ‘Vishwanath & Sons’, and the first-look poster gives nostalgic vibes with Suriya and a child sharing the spotlight

The situation not only affects those abroad but also worries families in Kerala, who are concerned for their loved ones amidst the regional conflict

Iran unleashed retaliatory strikes across the Middle East, targeting key cities like Dubai and Sharjah, and Bahrain's US Fifth Fleet naval base. These actions followed the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader in a US-Israeli operation. The widespread attacks, described by Iran as defensive, have heightened regional tensions and prompted air defense activations.

“The incident took place on March 1 evening. The deceased, Divya, a resident of Masuriya village under the Bansgaon police station area, was suffering from a mild cough and fever,” says police

A foreign travel influencer's viral video captures a monkey ringing a temple bell after she asks for a divine sign. The perfectly timed incident has sparked debate, with some seeing it as a miraculous response and others as mere coincidence.

Police, fire brigade officials, bomb squads, dog squads and ambulances were rushed to the school premises

A viral video purportedly shows an Iranian missile evading multiple interceptors over Jerusalem, raising concerns about Tehran's advanced missile capabilities. Experts suggest the missile might be Iran's Fattah system, designed for maneuverability to counter air defenses. Iran possesses a vast arsenal, increasingly focusing on precision and survivability to bolster its regional deterrence.

Jay Pawar also demanded that all aircraft of VSR Ventures be grounded till the inquiry into his father's plane crash is completed

He was a close aide to NCP founder Sharad Pawar and had been widely acknowledged for his lifelong contribution to education, literature and public service

​​The escalation has raised expectations of increased export opportunities and strengthened investor sentiment toward the sector. Paras Defence led the gains, climbing 13.5%. Meanwhile, HAL, BEL and Bharat Dynamics advanced by up to 3.5% on the BSE.

Authorities indicate that the disruption may last a few more days