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    US-Iran Talks Format Uncertain Ahead of Islamabad Meet

    The format of talks between the United States and Iran remains uncertain, a source close to the issue told Xinhua on Saturday. The source, in a phone interview with Xinhua, said multiple arrangements have been made for the talks, including both face-to-face negotiations and talks held in separate rooms.

    Excise duty on petrol reduced to ₹3 per liter, zero on diesel amid Middle East tensions

    The Indian government has revised the excise duty structure on fuel. The special additional excise duty on petrol

    90 UAE-India Flights Scheduled Amid Travel Uncertainty

    Amid ongoing disruptions in Middle East airspace, around 90 flights are scheduled to operate between the United Arab Emirates and India on Sunday, offering relief to thousands of stranded passengers. The move comes as airlines continue to adjust operations due to regional instability and fluctuating airspace conditions. These flights include both regular and special services,.

    G7 strongly condemns Iran’s attacks, warns of threat to global security

    The Group of Seven (G7) countries on Sunday strongly condemned Iran's attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure

    Netanyahu Says Iran Leadership Is Over, World Cannot Be Blackmailed

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant message during a press conference on Thursday, asserting that Iran’s leadership is effectively defeated and can no longer “blackmail the world” amid the ongoing Israel‑Iran conflict. Netanyahu’s remarks came as tensions escalated in the Middle East, with global powers closely watching developments. He emphasized that despite rumours.

    All Indian Seafarers Safe in Persian Gulf: Govt

    All Indian seafarers in the Middle East region are safe, and no shipping incident involving Indian-flagged vessels has been reported

    Middle East Crisis Escalates: Israel Strikes Beirut, Claims Killing of Iran Intelligence Chief

    In a major escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Israel carried out a series of intense overnight airstrikes targeting central Beirut, while also claiming it has killed Iran’s intelligence minister in a separate operation. Heavy Airstrikes Rock Central Beirut Israeli forces launched multiple strikes across central areas of Beirut, hitting densely populated neighbourhoods and.

    UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Warns Energy Firms Against Profiteering as Heating Oil Prices Rise

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned energy companies not to exploit the recent surge in heating oil prices triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East. He said the government is prepared to intervene if businesses try to take unfair advantage of the situation. Energy prices have increased after Iran launched retaliatory strikes.

    West Asia War Enters Eighth Day as US-Israel Strikes and Iranian Retaliation Intensify

    Amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, Tehran has signaled a possible step toward de-escalation after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued an apology to neighbouring Gulf nations for recent attacks. The apology comes after Iranian missile and drone strikes reportedly targeted areas in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the.

    Middle East crisis: Israel intensifies attacks as Iran prepares farewell to Khamenei

    The Middle East crisis continued to escalate on Day 5 of the US-Israel military campaign against Iran, with a fresh “wave of strikes” on Tehran and growing regional fallout as Tehran prepared for the funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The conflict, which began over the weekend with a coordinated assault by US.

    India Plans 58 Flights Amid Gulf Airspace Closure

    As tensions in the Middle East persist and several countries continue to close or restrict commercial airspace, the Government of India has announced a major effort to operate 58 flights on March 4, 2026, from Gulf cities to India, aiming to bring back stranded Indian passengers and ease travel disruptions. The ongoing situation triggered by.