Times of India

Prime Minister Modi engaged with leaders of Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait, condemning Iranian attacks and reaffirming India's commitment to regional peace. These discussions, completing talks with all GCC nations, highlighted India's focus on protecting its diaspora and ensuring stability. Modi stressed dialogue and diplomacy for restoring harmony and thanked leaders for their support to the Indian community.

India's defence ministry has boosted naval and coast guard capabilities with two major deals worth over Rs 5,000 crore. The Indian Coast Guard will receive six advanced maritime helicopters from HAL, enhancing its security roles. Meanwhile, the Indian Navy is acquiring advanced Shtil surface-to-air missiles from Russia to bolster warship defence against aerial threats.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar 2' is outpacing Yash's 'Toxic' in North American pre-sales, with advance bookings exceeding $100K USD. While 'Toxic' leads domestic buzz and screen count, especially in the South, 'Dhurandhar 2' shows strong momentum for its Hindi premiere. Both films are set for a major box office clash.

Indian Railways will absorb an additional Rs 90,000 crore for the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Bullet Train, bringing the total cost to Rs 1.98 lakh crore. No further loans from JICA are planned. The ministry seeks Cabinet approval for revised funding, exploring options like finance ministry support and multilateral financing for future corridors.

Russia reports India's renewed interest in larger crude oil imports amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Moscow sees this as a chance to reduce discounts to Asian buyers. India, however, assures sufficient reserves and diversified sourcing, with only 40% of its crude imports passing through the critical waterway.

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Apple's new MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips delivers up to 4x faster AI performance over the previous generation, with Neural Accelerators baked into every GPU core. Storage starts at 1TB for M5 Pro and 2TB for M5 Max, with SSD speeds doubling to 14.5GB/s. India pricing begins at Rs 2,49,900, with pre-orders opening March 4 and availability from March 11.

Social media sensation Mr. Faisu, also known as Faisal Shaikh, is in the spotlight once again as whispers of his impending wedding grow louder, with a celebration expected this July. His brother, Adnaan Shaikh, has happily confirmed that the marriage will take place this year, although the exact date is still under wraps.

Iran has warned of retaliation against "all economic centres" in the Middle East if its "main centres" are targeted by US-Israeli attacks. The IRGC general stated the Strait of Hormuz has been closed, predicting oil prices will surge. This escalation follows joint US-Israel operations and Iranian strikes on regional economic hubs and facilities.