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March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 by: Ashis Sinha

New COVID ‘Cicada’ Variant Spreads to 23 Countries, Global Health Agencies on Alert

A new COVID-19 variant ‘Cicada’ (BA.3.2) has been detected across 23 countries. Here’s what experts say about its spread, symptoms, and vaccine effectiveness.

March 26, 2026 by: web admin

After Hormuz, Iran Threatens to Block Bab el-Mandeb Strait

Iran signals a potential move to target the Bab el-Mandeb Strait after escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a double chokepoint crisis that could disrupt global trade, oil supply, and shipping routes worldwide.

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 by: web admin

Trump Claims Iran Offered Him Supreme Leader Role, Says ‘No, Thank You’

Donald Trump claims Iran offered him the role of Supreme Leader and hints at secret US-Iran talks, as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate.

March 26, 2026 by: web admin

Strait of Hormuz Open for India, Other ‘Friendly Nations’: Iran Amid Middle East Crisis

Iran announces that the Strait of Hormuz will remain open for India and other friendly nations amid rising West Asia tensions, signaling a strategic and economic balancing move.

March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 by: web admin

IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Strike Near Bandar Abbas, Israel Claims

Israel claims IRGC Navy chief Alireza Tangsiri was killed in a strike near Bandar Abbas, marking a major escalation in the Iran conflict and raising concerns over Strait of Hormuz security and global oil supply.

March 26, 2026 by: web admin

Iran Blocks Pakistan-Bound Ship at Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

Iran blocks a Pakistan-bound container ship at the Strait of Hormuz over missing clearance, signaling tighter maritime control amid rising US-Israel tensions and global shipping concerns.

March 25, 2026March 26, 2026 by: web admin

“India Not a Broker”: Jaishankar Slams Pakistan Over Iran Mediation Claim

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India does not act as a “broker” like Pakistan during an all-party meet on the West Asia crisis, amid rising US-Iran tensions.

March 25, 2026March 27, 2026 by: Ashis Sinha

FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 Tabled in Lok Sabha Amid Uproar, Govt Tightens Grip on NGO Funding

The Centre introduces the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha, proposing tighter control over NGO foreign funding, asset management powers, and stricter compliance norms amid Opposition protests.

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 by: web admin

WWII-Era Bombs Neutralised in Jharkhand

Indian Army defuses two 227-kg WWII-era aerial bombs recovered from Jharkhand’s Subarnarekha river near Jamshedpur, averting a major disaster; villages evacuated and air operations briefly halted.

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 by: web admin

India Can Help Defuse West Asia Crisis, Says Iran Envoy as Trump Pushes Fresh Talks

Iran’s envoy says India can help ease West Asia tensions as Donald Trump pushes renewed talks with Tehran. Modi stresses de-escalation and energy security.

Two US Tourist Held at Srinagar Airport Over Illegal Satellite Phone, Sparks Security Alert

Two US Tourist Held at Srinagar Airport Over Illegal Satellite Phone, Sparks Security Alert

Month: March 2026

New COVID ‘Cicada’ Variant Spreads to 23 Countries, Global Health Agencies on Alert

After Hormuz, Iran Threatens to Block Bab el-Mandeb Strait

Trump Claims Iran Offered Him Supreme Leader Role, Says ‘No, Thank You’

Strait of Hormuz Open for India, Other ‘Friendly Nations’: Iran Amid Middle East Crisis

IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri Killed in Strike Near Bandar Abbas, Israel Claims

Iran Blocks Pakistan-Bound Ship at Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

“India Not a Broker”: Jaishankar Slams Pakistan Over Iran Mediation Claim

FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 Tabled in Lok Sabha Amid Uproar, Govt Tightens Grip on NGO Funding

WWII-Era Bombs Neutralised in Jharkhand

India Can Help Defuse West Asia Crisis, Says Iran Envoy as Trump Pushes Fresh Talks