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'At your service': Iran unveils missile pledging loyalty to new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iran War News: The missile was revealed just hours after Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, was formally named successor to his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

‘Operation Epic Mistake’: Iran signals escalation, says ‘have many surprises in store’ for US

Iran War News: Abbas Araghachi said Iran is ready for further escalation and hinted that the country could retaliate if its strategic facilities are attacked.

'They'll most likely be killed': Trump urges Australia to grant asylum to Iran women’s soccer team

Trump also said the United States would be willing to accept the players if Australia declined to offer them protection.

Fuel curbs, WFH and price caps: How countries are responding as Iran war sends oil above $100

Iran War News: With analysts warning that crude prices could rise to $150 per barrel if disruptions persist, countries around the world are scrambling to prepare for prolonged volatility.

G-7 ready to release oil stockpiles if needed to help supply

Brent oil futures surged as much as 29% at one stage on Monday before sharply paring their gains when it emerged that the G-7 would discuss a possible stockpile release

Dark ‘toxic rain’ falls over Tehran after airstrikes on oil depots | Watch

Acid Rain in Tehran: The Iranian Red Crescent warned that explosions at oil depots had released dangerous pollutants into the air.

Strait Of Hormuz crisis sends oil prices soaring: Why India is not panicking yet despite global energy fears

India imports about 88 percent of its crude oil, and roughly 50 to 60 percent of these imports travel through the Strait of Hormuz from major suppliers including Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Kuwait.

Iran war triggers oil shock for Pakistan: Import bill may hit $600 million as country scrambles for fuel supplies

Iran War News: Finance minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has warned that Pakistan’s oil import costs could climb to $600 million per month if the crisis continues to intensify.

Retail petrol, diesel prices unlikely to be hiked amid rising global oil rates: Govt sources

Brent oil prices surged past $100 per barrel on March 9 touching $120 per bbl earlier in the day before settling to $102 per bbl. Government sources said that India is not planning to release oil reserves in coordination with the International Energy Agency and is not a member of the organisation.

Thousands gather in Tehran to pledge allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei, new Supreme Leader likely to address Iran

Earlier, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, who is said to be more hardline than his father, was announced as the third Supreme Leader of Iran after the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

From parents to wife to nephews: War tears through Mojtaba Khamenei’s family as he rises to lead Iran

Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment as Iran’s new Supreme Leader has received support from both China and Russia. The decision was taken by an 88-member body of clerics, though the margin of the vote was not disclosed.

Pakistan ramps up Chinese arms imports as India pushes Atmanirbhar Bharat: What SIPRI data reveals | Explained

Between 2021 and 2025, global arms transfers rose significantly amid rising geopolitical tensions, with the overall volume of major arms transfers increasing by 9.2 percent compared with the previous five-year period.

Turkey deploys six F-16 fighter jets, air defence systems to northern Cyprus

European powers have taken steps to ramp up military deployments to the ethnically-split island since a drone hit Britain's Akrotiri air base in Cyprus last week.

NATO intercepts second ballistic missile fired at Turkey

Ankara has not allowed its bases or airspace to be used for strikes on Iran. After the first attempted attack against Turkey, it also warned Tehran against actions that could expand the conflict further.

Chinese AI startup maps US military assets across Middle East using satellite data; Pentagon downplays concerns

According to an analysis by researcher Shanaka Anselm Perera, the company MizarVision has been releasing high-resolution satellite images that map US military assets across the region.

Shadowy leader to supreme leader: Why Mojtaba Khamenei was known as 'gatekeeper'

Those familiar with Iran’s political circles often described him as a “gatekeeper” to his father, one of the few people with constant access to the Supreme Leader.

Crude retreats but holds above $104 as G7 weighs emergency oil reserve release

Stocks, bonds and precious metals slid on Monday as investors, spooked by the impact of surging oil prices on global inflation and economic growth, turned risk-averse and cashed in on some of their most profitable trades

Is something wrong with Putin? Leaked video of coughing spell fuels fresh round of health rumours

Reports suggest the full unedited footage, including the coughing, was accidentally released by the Kremlin, sparking fresh speculation about the 73-year-old leader’s health.

EU chief says there should be no tears shed for Iranian regime: 'People of Iran deserve freedom, dignity'

Oil prices soared Monday peaking just short of $120 a barrel as the US-Israeli war against Iran continued into a second week, with Tehran launching fresh retaliatory strikes in the Gulf

Kushner-Witkoff Tel Aviv visit called off: Why US is angry after Israel hit Iranian fuel depots

Israeli strikes on Iran: The attacks marked one of the most significant escalations in the conflict so far, as energy infrastructure had largely remained outside the direct line of fire until now.

Al Qaeda uses Afghanistan ‘victory’, Iran war narrative to push Kashmir jihad agenda

The messaging reflects the extremist organisation’s effort to regain ideological traction in the region at a time when militant activity and separatist momentum in Kashmir have significantly declined.

Putin congratulates Mojtaba Khamenei on becoming Iran's new supreme leader, expresses 'unwaivering support' for Tehran

Iran announced on Monday that Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of the late supreme leader, would assume leadership of the Islamic Republic.

Brent vs WTI vs Urals: As Iran war triggers crude shockwave, a look at key oil benchmarks

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent crude both climbed sharply to approach $120 a barrel, marking one of the biggest single-day gains in years.

Israel uses white phosphorus in Lebanon: What is it and what are the 'lifelong consequences' that human rights body warned about?

White phosphorus can cause severe and often life-threatening injuries. When it comes into contact with human skin, it burns intensely and can continue burning until the chemical is removed or deprived of oxygen.

Manchester-bound IndiGo flight turns back to Delhi mid-air after 7 hours due to West Asia airspace curbs

The aircraft, operating as flight 6E33, had taken off from Delhi early Monday morning and was scheduled to reach Manchester in roughly 11 hours under normal flight conditions.

'Extremely alarming': Human rights body says Israel 'unlawfully' used white phosphorus in Lebanon; warns of 'lifelong consequences'

International humanitarian law considers the use of airburst white phosphorus in populated locations to be indiscriminate, as it does not meet the obligation to take all feasible precautions to minimise harm to civilians.

When machines decide to kill: What are 'killer robots', why over 30 countries want LAWS banned and what India thinks

More than 30 countries have already called for a ban on such weapons, warning that the risks extend beyond technology and raise serious moral and legal questions.

Bangladesh shuts universities, urges citizens to cut fuel use amid West Asia war concerns

Iran War News: Officials said the closure will also help curb energy usage at a time when the government is preparing for possible disruptions in global fuel supplies.

From oil to Taiwan: Why China has too much at stake in Iran war to stay neutral | Explained

From energy security to regional influence and even Beijing’s long term strategy toward Taiwan, China has a great deal at stake in Iran’s survival and stability.

'Markets fall. They fall a lot:' Why Buffett and Lynch's old market wisdom is going viral as war hammers stocks

Oil above $100 and global stocks sliding have revived viral clips of Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch explaining why market crashes are inevitable.

China backs Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment as Iran’s supreme leader, opposes any attempt to target him

China called Iran’s decision to appoint Mojtaba as new Supreme Leader “an internal matter”.

Bahrain’s Bapco oil refinery declares force majeure after Iranian missile attack

Authorities in Bahrain said the attack hit the sprawling Al Ma’ameer petroleum complex operated by state energy firm Bapco Energies, following which a fire broke out, damaging the refinery infrastructure.

IMF chief warns oil surge from West Asia conflict could push up inflation: 'Think of the unthinkable'

Oil markets have already reacted sharply to the escalating confrontation involving the US, Israel and Iran. New Delhi has said it is closely watching developments in the region but is confident about energy security.

Did American Tomahawk missile hit Iranian school that killed over 100 girls? New viral clip sparks buzz

A former US Navy official who worked on the Tomahawk program also told The Washington Post that the projectile's profile and wings appear consistent with the weapon.

Why China may dodge the worst of the Iran war oil shock even as crude tops $100

China’s large crude reserves, EV push and renewable expansion may reduce its exposure to oil shocks from the Iran war

US market bloodbath soon amid Iran war? Veteran strategist revises forecast

The shift in those weightings comes as oil prices surge above $100 a barrel and investors brace for a prolonged conflict in the Middle East that could send energy costs even higher.

Why Trump has left this tiny island untouched in Iran war: 'America's red line'

Analysts say the reason is simple: hitting Kharg could cripple Iran’s economy — but it could also trigger a major escalation and shock global oil markets.

Three-fourths of Nifty 500 stocks trade below 200-DMA as market sell-off deepens

Nearly 75 percent, or 374 stocks, in the Nifty 500 index are trading below their 200-day moving average. Among the Nifty 50, about 66 percent, or 33 stocks, are currently below the key technical level.

‘Death to Mojtaba’ chants heard in Tehran after Khamenei's son named Iran’s new supreme leader | Watch

The appointment follows the death of Iran’s long-time leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 during the opening phase of the ongoing war involving the United States and Israel.

Chart of the Day | Strait to catastrophe

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has unleashed a multi-layered crisis, sending oil above $100 while threatening catastrophic ripple effects through global food production, industrial metals, and supply chains

G7 to discuss emergency oil reserve release as Gulf war drives crude prices above $116: Report

G7 finance ministers will discuss releasing strategic oil reserves in an emergency call with the IEA as Gulf conflict pushes crude prices above $116.

Amazon pushes back against Musk’s huge satellite plan

Amazon has told US regulators that SpaceX’s idea of eventually putting up to one million satellites in orbit is unrealistic and could create serious problems in space.

Iranian sailor reportedly called father minutes before US strike on warship

A report claims a sailor aboard the Iranian destroyer IRIS Dena told his father that US forces had warned the crew to abandon the ship shortly before it was hit.

Stranded in Dubai as flights halt, tourist says daily costs are touching Rs 46,000

With regional airspace disruptions during the ongoing Middle East conflict, some travellers in the UAE say hotel stays and daily expenses are rapidly adding up.

Suspense over Trump’s Beijing trip as Iran war complicates US-China ties

Plans for reciprocal visits between the two leaders were first signalled after they met in person in South Korea last year

Israel searches Lebanon village for missing airman four decades later

Israel carried out air and ground strikes in southern Lebanon while searching for the remains of pilot Ron Arad, whose disappearance in 1986 still haunts the country.

Why gold hasn’t jumped despite the Middle East conflict

Gold normally rallies when wars break out, but this time prices have moved unevenly as a strong dollar and investor behaviour keep the metal from surging.

A new digital chokepoint? How Strait of Hormuz crisis could disrupt India’s internet | Explained

Iran War News: The same corridor that carries oil tankers also hosts a dense network of undersea fibre optic cables that are crucial for India’s international internet connectivity.

Crude surges past $117: Sensex, Nifty post sixth-biggest single-day decline as oil shock rattles markets  

The Sensex dropped more than 2,400 points while the Nifty fell about 702 points, making it the sixth-largest fall in absolute points for the two benchmark indices.

Trump says decision to end war with Iran will be 'mutual' with Israeli PM Netanyahu

Trump stated that the Islamic Republic would have destroyed Israel if he and Netanyahu had not been around.