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Infosys, HCLTech executives stranded in Abu Dhabi and Dubai while en route to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, reports say

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Infosys, HCLTech executives stranded in Abu Dhabi and Dubai while en route to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, reports say

Meanwhile, the Times of India early on Sunday reported that several well-known political figures and business leaders from Indore remain stuck in Dubai after flights were cancelled amid rising tensions in West Asia, sources said.

Khamenei survived a deadly assassination attempt in 1981, was left with a permanently paralysed arm

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Khamenei survived a deadly assassination attempt in 1981, was left with a permanently paralysed arm

The 1981 attack became a defining episode in Khamenei’s early political life, shaping his public image as a cleric who survived one of the most violent chapters of the Islamic Republic’s formative years.

Middle East under attack: The diplomatic shield that spared Oman from Iran’s retaliation

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Middle East under attack: The diplomatic shield that spared Oman from Iran’s retaliation

Relations between Iran and Oman trace back to the early 1970s, when the Shah of Iran intervened during the Dhofar rebellion by sending thousands of troops to support Sultan Qaboos bin Said against Marxist insurgents.

Its trajectory ‘totally different’: Carney distances India from 'Middle Power' Label

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Its trajectory ‘totally different’: Carney distances India from 'Middle Power' Label

Recent signals from both governments suggest a willingness to reset the relationship and rebuild engagement.

From safe haven to frontline: Why Iran targeted UAE and Dubai and what it signals for Indian diaspora in Gulf

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From safe haven to frontline: Why Iran targeted UAE and Dubai and what it signals for Indian diaspora in Gulf

The psychological blow was as significant as the physical one. Drone debris reportedly struck the iconic Burj Al Arab, challenging Dubai’s carefully cultivated image as a conflict free commercial sanctuary.

'Criminal activity': Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over Indo-US trade deal; targets PM Modi

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'Criminal activity': Rahul Gandhi slams Centre over Indo-US trade deal; targets PM Modi

Drawing a comparison between Indian and American agriculture, he argued that farmers in India operate on smaller landholdings with limited mechanisation, while their US counterparts benefit from large-scale farms and advanced technology.

Stunt gone wrong: 15-year-old killed after Thar plunges 100 feet into gorge in Faridabad

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Stunt gone wrong: 15-year-old killed after Thar plunges 100 feet into gorge in Faridabad

Police said the vehicle was parked close to the edge of a cliff where the trio began performing stunts. During the manoeuvres, Vikas allegedly lost control of the SUV, which then hurtled into the gorge below.

'Karma is real': Elon Musk's social media remark takes centre stage after Bill Gates reportedly apologises over Epstein allegations

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'Karma is real': Elon Musk's social media remark takes centre stage after Bill Gates reportedly apologises over Epstein allegations

The friction between the two billionaires dates back to Gates’ decision to short Tesla stock, reportedly to the tune of $500 million.

Sweet sip of relief: Rooh Afza bags tax break as SC classifies it as 'fruit drink'

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Sweet sip of relief: Rooh Afza bags tax break as SC classifies it as 'fruit drink'

A bench of Justices BV Nagarathna and R Mahadevan observed that the beverage draws its essential character from fruit based ingredients and is meant to be diluted before consumption. The court concluded that Rooh Afza qualifies as a “fruit drink” under the applicable tax framework.

Why the world was tracking PM Modi’s Israel flight in real time: Inside the global buzz around Air India One

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Why the world was tracking PM Modi’s Israel flight in real time: Inside the global buzz around Air India One

The flight had departed from Palam Air Force Station in New Delhi on the morning of February 25, 2026. A direct journey from India to Israel typically takes six to seven hours.

'Galti se ho gaya', says 21-year-old who chopped and stuffed father's body in drum after NEET pressure

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'Galti se ho gaya', says 21-year-old who chopped and stuffed father's body in drum after NEET pressure

Police said that on February 23, Akshat approached Ashiyana police station with a written complaint claiming that his father was missing. Investigators grew suspicious during questioning.

PM Modi becomes first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram

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PM Modi becomes first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is a distant second domestically with about 16.1 million followers, followed by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who has approximately 12.6 million.

'Windpipes cut': Pregnant woman, 3 daughters found murdered inside Delhi home; husband missing after 'extremely brutal' crime

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'Windpipes cut': Pregnant woman, 3 daughters found murdered inside Delhi home; husband missing after 'extremely brutal' crime

Prima facie findings suggest that Kewat may have intoxicated his wife and children before attacking them.

Nurse accidentally cuts 6-month-old baby's finger while removing IV drip in Bengaluru, FIR filed

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Nurse accidentally cuts 6-month-old baby's finger while removing IV drip in Bengaluru, FIR filed

Hospital staff immediately moved the child to the emergency ward for treatment. Authorities confirmed that the baby sustained a serious injury to the fingertip.

'I'm being sent obscene pics, please don't do media trials': Man accused in Delhi racial abuse case says 'ready for any punishment'

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'I'm being sent obscene pics, please don't do media trials': Man accused in Delhi racial abuse case says 'ready for any punishment'

Speaking to news agency ANI, Singh said the remarks were made in the “heat of the moment” and expressed regret.

Air ambulance that crashed in Jharkhand had no black box, probe on to find if radar was faulty

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Air ambulance that crashed in Jharkhand had no black box, probe on to find if radar was faulty

Officials are studying whether the crew misread the radar display or whether a technical failure affected the instrument’s performance.

Zero 'illegal aliens' entered US in past 9 months: Trump says America now has 'the most secure border'

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Zero 'illegal aliens' entered US in past 9 months: Trump says America now has 'the most secure border'

The president also criticised the recent judicial decision related to trade policy.

IndiGo, Air India planes had taken off from Ranchi minutes before air ambulance; managed to combat weather that likely caused crash

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IndiGo, Air India planes had taken off from Ranchi minutes before air ambulance; managed to combat weather that likely caused crash

While the larger commercial airliners were able to navigate the stormy weather, the smaller Beechcraft C90 went down within minutes of take-off, approximately eight minutes after the other flights had left Ranchi airport safely.

'Offence happened out of love, not lust', says Uttarakhand Court while dismissing POCSO case against man: 'Victim wants to live with him'

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'Offence happened out of love, not lust', says Uttarakhand Court while dismissing POCSO case against man: 'Victim wants to live with him'

Holding that the case warranted the exercise of its inherent powers to secure real and substantial justice, the High Court quashed the proceedings pending before the Special Sessions Judge, Champawat.

'Happened in heat of moment': After slurs against tenants, man booked in Delhi racial abuse incident says 'we're ashamed'

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'Happened in heat of moment': After slurs against tenants, man booked in Delhi racial abuse incident says 'we're ashamed'

In the footage, the accused are allegedly heard using terms such as “momo" and making claims that the women worked in massage parlours. A police officer can also be seen in the video attempting to defuse the situation as tempers flared.

BJP hits back after opposition criticises Lutyens statue removal: 'Aurangzeb Zindabad mindset'

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BJP hits back after opposition criticises Lutyens statue removal: 'Aurangzeb Zindabad mindset'

Offering a contrasting stance within the Opposition, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor welcomed the recognition for Rajagopalachari.

Who is Vivek Banzal, the BSNL senior official in news for 'underwear' row surrounding his Prayagraj visit?

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Who is Vivek Banzal, the BSNL senior official in news for 'underwear' row surrounding his Prayagraj visit?

The breadth of the arrangements drew sharp criticism on social media, where many questioned the use of manpower and resources of a public sector company in such a manner.

Kerala to Keralam: Union Cabinet may approve name change for state

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Kerala to Keralam: Union Cabinet may approve name change for state

In 2024, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan introduced a resolution urging the Union government to rename the state from “Kerala” to “Keralam” across all languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution.

'It crashed due to...': Officials suspect cause of air ambulance crash in Jharkhand after 7 people lose lives

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'It crashed due to...': Officials suspect cause of air ambulance crash in Jharkhand after 7 people lose lives

Chatra Deputy Commissioner Keerthishree G indicated that rough weather conditions were likely responsible.

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