International Women’s Day 2026 falls on March 8 with the theme "Give To Gain," focusing on the power of reciprocity and mentorship. Originating from 20th-century labor movements, the day is now a global holiday celebrating women's achievements while pushing for equal pay, safety, and representation in leadership and STEM fields.
Ayatollah Khamenei’s son-in-law and daughter-in-law were reportedly killed on February 28 during US-Israel strikes on Tehran. The joint operation, Operation Epic Fury, heavily damaged the Supreme Leader’s compound. While Khamenei is said to be in a secure location, the personal loss signals a major escalation in the effort to pressure the Iranian regime.
More than 200 people have been killed across Iran following a massive joint military offensive by the United States and Israel, Iranian state television reported Saturday, citing figures from the Red Crescent.
The death toll from a devastating air strike on a girls' school in southern Iran has climbed to 85 people, according to Iranian state television on Saturday. The facility, located in the city of Minab in Hormozgan province, was hit during a wave of joint military operations conducted by the United States and Israel.
A massive explosion rocked a high-rise in Manama, Bahrain, on February 28 after an Iranian drone strike. The building reportedly houses US troops and personnel. The attack is part of a wider regional escalation following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Authorities are currently assessing casualties as security forces cordoned off the capital.
Dubai's Palm Jumeirah was hit by drones on February 28, with smoke seen rising from the Fairmont Hotel. The incident occurred as Iran launched retaliatory strikes against the UAE and neighboring states. Dubai International Airport has suspended all flights, and the Burj Khalifa was evacuated as regional tensions reach a critical peak.
In a series of dramatic events that have shaken the Middle East, the status of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei remains the subject of intense global speculation following heavy joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
A drone attack at Kuwait International Airport on February 28 caused minor injuries and damage to Terminal 1. The strike, part of a wider Iranian retaliation, also hit the Ali Al Salem Air Base. Kuwait’s GACA has activated emergency protocols to secure the site while flight operations face significant regional disruptions.
Reports indicate Iran's Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh and IRGC commander Mohammad Pakpour were killed in Israeli strikes on February 28. The joint US-Israel offensive, Operation Epic Fury, has triggered massive Iranian retaliatory missile strikes across the Middle East. With airspace closed and senior leaders targeted, the region faces its most severe military escalation in years.
AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent state visit to Israel, labeling the trip "extremely untimely" following the outbreak of major military operations in the region.
On March 01, 2026, millions of Muslims across India will observe their 11th Ramzan fast (Roza). According to UrduPoint data, Sehri (pre-dawn meal) ends at 5:28 AM in Delhi and 5:45 AM in Mumbai, while Iftar (sunset meal) starts at 6:28 PM and 6:44 PM respectively. Timings vary by city, with Kolkata seeing the earliest sunset at 5:40 PM.
A 28-year-old Bengaluru techie died by suicide on February 27 after an astrologer predicted he would never marry. Police are investigating the role of psychological distress and the nature of the consultation. The incident has sparked a debate on mental health, traditional beliefs, and the pressures faced by IT professionals in India.
At least 40 people were killed Saturday when an airstrike struck a girls’ elementary school in southern Iran, according to state-run media. The incident occurred in the city of Minab, located in Hormozgan province, amid a massive joint military operation launched by the United States and Israel against targets across the country.
The gold price is rising today as US-Iran-Israel war tensions trigger a massive move to safe-haven assets. With Operation Epic Fury disrupting the Middle East, analysts suggest gold could hit USD 6,000 per ounce. Investors are flocking to the MCX to hedge against inflation and currency risks as regional conflict intensifies on February 28.
Major Indian airlines including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet announced the immediate suspension of flights to several Middle East destinations on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The decision follows a significant escalation in hostilities after coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel against targets in Iran.
A 56-year-old man died in a Gurugram hotel while with a female friend. While potency medicine wrappers were found at the scene, a post-mortem confirmed the cause of death as a heart attack. The deceased’s family, preparing for a March 12 wedding, has not alleged foul play. Police have ruled the death natural.
A Karnataka farmer is threatening legal action against Canara Bank after being summoned to pay INR 9.34 in dues. The row began when the bank refused to refund 66 paise in change. The farmer has accused the bank of harassment, highlighting a double standard in how small-scale rural loans are recovered compared to larger debts.
The Middle East has entered a volatile new chapter as the United States and Israel launched a massive, coordinated military campaign against Iran early Saturday morning. Citing an "existential threat" from Tehran’s nuclear and missile programs, joint forces targeted strategic assets in several major cities.
The mediation efforts follow a series of significant Pakistani airstrikes on major Afghanistan cities, including Kabul and Kandahar, which prompted Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif to declare that the two neighbors are now in a state of 'open war'.
Israel launched a series of precision airstrikes against military targets across Iran early Saturday morning, marking a significant escalation in the long-standing shadow war between the two regional adversaries. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the operation was a direct response to 'months of continuous attacks' from Iran and its proxies.
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