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Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz condemn US-Israel killing of Khamenei

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Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz condemn US-Israel killing of Khamenei

Former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and President of the People’s Democratic Party, Mehbooba Mufti, on Sunday strongly criticised the United States over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while also slamming Muslim nations for what she described as their deafening silence on the issue. In a post on X, Mehbooba Mufti called the day a “deeply tragic and shameful point in history", alleging that Israel and the US were “boasting” about the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. She expressed shock at what she called the “explicit and implicit support” from Muslim countries and…

Netanyahu thanks PM Modi for ‘standing with Israel’ as Middle East conflict rages on

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Mar

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Netanyahu thanks PM Modi for ‘standing with Israel’ as Middle East conflict rages on

Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for "standing with Israel", as tensions continue to rage in the Middle East following Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death. Though he didn't provide details regarding this conversation, he said people of India are admired in Israel a lot. "I spoke to our great friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and I thanked him for standing with Israel, standing for the truth and for the enormous friendship of the people of India. They are much admired in India. I won't get into the detail of the…

Crude oil futures rise 9% as Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery shut down after drone strike

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Mar

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Crude oil futures rise 9% as Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery shut down after drone strike

Mumbai: Crude oil prices surged sharply on Monday, climbing Rs 589 to hit a lifetime high of Rs 6,700 per barrel in futures trade amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), crude oil for April delivery traded Rs 594 higher, or 9.73 per cent up, at Rs 6,596 per barrel. The sharp rally followed news that Saudi Aramco had shut down its Ras Tanura Refinery as a precautionary measure after it was hit by a drone. Middle East Conflict Disrupts Energy Supply Chain Oil prices rose significantly after US and Israeli attacks on Iran,…

PV Sindhu still stranded in Dubai, likely to miss All England Championship

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Mar

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PV Sindhu still stranded in Dubai, likely to miss All England Championship

Dubai: PV Sindhu’s hopes of competing at this year’s All England Championships have been dashed after she found herself stranded in Dubai amid escalating missile strikes involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The disruption has thrown the travel plans of numerous shuttlers into chaos, leaving some facing cancelled flights and perilous alternatives. Coach Vimal Kumar, who has been in touch with Sindhu, described the disappointment she is facing. “She’s pretty down, because she had trained hard and was looking forward to it,” coach Vimal Kumar, who spoke to her, said. “But she’s accepted the fact now. They were even…

Hezbollah intelligence headquarters chief Hassan Maqlad killed in Israeli strikes

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Mar

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Hezbollah intelligence headquarters chief Hassan Maqlad killed in Israeli strikes

Beirut: Hussein Makled, the head of Hezbollah’s intelligence headquarters was killed in a precise strike in Beirut, the IDF said. This came amid ardent unrest in the Middle East, following Iran’s offensive after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khomeini’s death in the US-Israel joint operation. The Israeli Air Force said it launched an operation against terrorists in Lebanon after rockets were fired towards Israel. “In response to the rockets fired from Lebanon to Israel, the IAF precisely struck senior Hezbollah terrorists in Beirut, dozens of Hezbollah & Iranian terrorist regime command centers, and a site that was used by…

Metal stock in focus after capacity expansion nod from Chhattisgarh government: Details

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Mar

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Metal stock in focus after capacity expansion nod from Chhattisgarh government: Details

Mumbai: Amid Monday’s sharp decline in the stock market, shares of Godawari Power & Ispat Limited (GPIL) are on investors’ radar following a key regulatory development. The iron and steel products manufacturer shared important information with investors on Sunday, March 1. In its latest exchange filing, the company stated that it received consent to operate at an increased capacity from the Chhattisgarh Environment Protection Board on February 28. Under the approval, the capacity of the sponge iron division at its plant in the Silatra Industrial Area, Raipur, has been increased from 5.94 lakh tonnes per annum to 6.50 lakh tonnes…

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran considering pulling out, scheduled to play three group games in USA

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Mar

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran considering pulling out, scheduled to play three group games in USA

New Delhi: Fresh uncertainty has emerged over Iran’s involvement in the 2026 World Cup after comments from the head of the country’s football federation cast doubt on whether the national team can compete in matches staged in the United States. Mehdi Taj spoke as hostilities intensified between Iran and Israel following U.S.-Israeli bombardment. While stopping short of announcing any withdrawal or formal approach to FIFA, his remarks signalled deep unease about the prospect of playing on American soil under current circumstances. “What is certain is that after this attack, we cannot be expected to look forward to the World Cup…

Iran fires powerful and deadly Qadr ballistic missile with 2,000 km range against Israel

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Mar

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Iran fires powerful and deadly Qadr ballistic missile with 2,000 km range against Israel

New Delhi: In a significant escalation of the ongoing Middle East conflict, Iran has launched a Qadr‑series medium‑range ballistic missile, marking a serious development in Tehran’s military action against Israel. The Qadr family of missiles — technically part of Iran’s Ghadr‑110 series — are medium‑range ballistic systems with a reported operational range of 1,800–2,000 kilometres. These systems have been showcased by Iran in previous drills and are designed to strike deep into potential adversary territory, raising strategic stakes in the current conflict. Conflict escalates across Middle East The US and Israel carried out large, coordinated air and missile attacks on…

Real estate stock in focus as company shares revised timeline for conversion of optionally convertible debentures

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Mar

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Real estate stock in focus as company shares revised timeline for conversion of optionally convertible debentures

Mumbai: Shares of Hazoor Multi Projects Limited are in focus after the company shared key updates with investors in an exchange filing dated February 28. However, amid heavy market selling, the stock was trading at Rs 30.80 on the BSE, down 4.23 per cent, or Rs 1.36, at last count. In its latest filing, the company stated that it intends to convert the optionally convertible debentures (OCDs) of its wholly owned subsidiary, Square Port Shipyard Private Limited, into equity shares. The original plan was disclosed to stock exchanges on January 27, 2026. The timeline for the acquisition and conversion has…

Irfan Pathan opens up on Varun Chakaravarthy’s recent form after India’s win over West Indies

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Mar

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Irfan Pathan opens up on Varun Chakaravarthy’s recent form after India’s win over West Indies

New Delhi: The Indian team registered a brilliant victory against the West Indies in game 52 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. The two sides locked horns in a bid to make it to the knockout stages of the tournament, and it was the Men in Blue who reached the semi-final of the competition. With the game secured for India, many questions were raised on the performance of star spinner Varun Chakaravarthy. Bowling a complete spell of four overs, Varun took one wicket and conceded 40 runs in his spell. Speaking on his recent performances, former India cricketer Irfan…