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Helicopter crashes while landing in farmland in Nepal’s Khotang district

Kathmandu: A helicopter encountered a dramatic crash while attempting to land in a farmland area of Nepal's remote Khotang District, carrying a body transported from Kathmandu. Chief District Officer (CDO) Rekha Kandel confirmed to media that no human casualties occurred, easing immediate fears of loss amid the incident's high-risk nature. Details remain sparse as investigations unfold, but the event underscores persistent aviation hazards in Nepal's rugged terrain. Incident unfolds during routine body transport flight The aircraft was en route from Kathmandu on a specialised mission to deliver a deceased individual, likely for local funeral rites common in Nepal's hilly regions.…

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Loud boom and panic in US as meteor explodes mid-air amid war fears | Watch

Washington: A massive meteor lit up the skies over the US Midwest on Tuesday morning, triggering panic among residents after it exploded mid-air with a loud boom. The incident occurred at a time of heightened tensions involving the United States and Iran, prompting fears of a possible attack. According to NASA, the meteor, estimated to weigh nearly seven tons, entered Earth's atmosphere at a speed of around 72,000 km/h before disintegrating high above Ohio. The explosion released energy equivalent to nearly 250 tons of TNT. (Image Source : AP)This image made from video shows video taken from a surveillance camera…

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Netanyahu threatens to kill more Iranian leaders, says erased two names on punch card, many more to follow

Tel Aviv: After claiming to have eliminated Iranian leader Ali Larijani, the Secretary of the country's Supreme National Security Council and Basij force Commander Gholamreza, Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday threatened to kill more Iranian leaders, saying erased two names on punch card and many more will follow soon. Repeating his earlier statement from a press conference last week, Netanyahu said that Israel has several surprises in store and he is holding the stratagems close to his chest. "We are helping our American friends in the Gulf. I spoke at length with President Trump on this matter yesterday. There is…

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Saudi Arabia to convene Arab-Islamic Summit to tackle Middle East crisis

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's foreign ministry has announced a crucial high-level meeting in Riyadh on Wednesday (March 18), bringing together foreign ministers from key Arab and Islamic nations to address the spiraling security threats plaguing the region. Posted on X, the invitation emphasises "consultation and coordination regarding ways to support the security and stability of the region," signalling a collective push for diplomatic solutions amid unprecedented turmoil. This gathering underscores Riyadh's pivotal role in fostering unity as hostilities intensify across the Middle East. Escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict enters 3rd week The talks occur against a backdrop of acute regional instability, triggered by…

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Middle East war likely to push 45 million people into acute hunger as food prices surge globally: WFP

New Delhi: The world is staring at a "terrible, terrible prospect" as the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran threatens to push global hunger levels to an "all-time record", the World Food Programme (WFP) has warned. According to the UN agency, a combination of extreme weather, conflicts and famine-like conditions has already left nearly 320 million people "acutely food insecure" across the world. The situation is now worsening as the war enters its third week, triggering "shockwaves on food and fuel costs" globally. War driving food prices beyond reach Officials cautioned that rising economic disruptions could soon "price families…

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Pakistan reels under financial crisis amid ongoing war, cancels national day parade to save fuel

Islamabad: Pakistan is facing a deepening crisis due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with the situation now directly impacting its fuel supplies. In a major decision, the Pakistani government has announced the cancellation of the Pakistan Day parade as part of austerity measures to conserve petrol and diesel. The office of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared the update on X, confirming that the traditional parade scheduled for March 23, 2026, will not take place this year. Gulf oil crisis forces austerity measures In its official statement, the Prime Minister's Office said, "In view of the Gulf oil crisis…

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Dubai, Abu Dhabi News LIVE Updates: Iranian projectile strikes near Australian military base in UAE

New Delhi: As the war continues to escalate in the Middle East, Israel killed two senior Iranian security officials in a major blow to the Islamic Republic's leadership as it faces its greatest test in decades. Following this, Iran responded today with renewed missile and drone attacks on its Gulf Arab neighbours and Israel. Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, was considered one of the most powerful figures in the country since Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in an airstrike on the first day of the war. General Gholam Reza Soleimani was the head of…

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Israel vows to hunt Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid escalating missile onslaught

Tel Aviv (Israel): Israel's military has issued a stark warning to Iran's newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, vowing to relentlessly pursue and neutralize him as part of an ongoing campaign against threats to the Jewish state. In a bold statement delivered, IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin emphasised that no one raising a hand against Israel is immune, declaring, "We will pursue him, find him, and neutralise him." This comes amid heightened tensions following Khamenei's ascension to power, with the IDF confirming they currently lack intelligence on his exact whereabouts but remain committed to targeting high-profile figures. Defrin's remarks, reported by…

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Fire breaks out on US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford

New Delhi: In the middle of rising tensions in West Asia, a major fire broke out aboard the US nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford, according to reports. The fire reportedly started in the ship’s main laundry area and quickly spread through ventilation ducts to other sections. It took sailors more than 30 hours of continuous effort to bring the situation under control. At least three sailors were injured in the incident. Two suffered from smoke inhalation and were treated on board, while one had to be flown out for further medical care. The fire has disrupted daily life…

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‘I’m alive’: Netanyahu mocks death rumours again, appears in video with US envoy

New Delhi: Amid ongoing rumours about his death circulating on social media, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again dismissed the claims, this time with humor. In a new video, Netanyahu is seen walking alongside US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, joking about the viral speculation. Huckabee quips that US President Donald Trump had sent him to check if Netanyahu was alright. Responding with a smile, Netanyahu says, “Yes, Mike, I’m alive.” Takes aim at ‘six fingers’ conspiracy  Netanyahu also addressed another viral claim suggesting his videos were AI-generated. Mocking the theory, he joked about having “five fingers on…

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