As Ramadan nears its end, Muslims across the world are eagerly waiting for the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, which marks the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. In Saudi Arabia, Wednesday (March 18) marked the 29th day of Ramadan. However, the crescent moon was not sighted anywhere in the country. A team of observers, led […]
Month: March 2026
Even as global oil prices continue to rise due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East, fuel prices across India have remained largely unchanged on March 19, offering some relief to consumers. International crude oil rates have surged sharply, with Brent crude crossing $108 per barrel—an increase of over 5% in recent days. Since the […]
Cooking gas has become more expensive for many households and businesses across India, as the government recently increased LPG cylinder prices amid ongoing global supply challenges. The price of a 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder has gone up by ₹60, while a 19 kg commercial cylinder has become costlier by ₹144. These revised rates, introduced […]
Security concerns have intensified in the United States after multiple unidentified drones were spotted flying over a key military base in Washington, D.C. According to reports, the drones were seen over Fort Lesley J. McNair—a highly sensitive Army installation where senior officials, including Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth, are known to reside. The sightings, which […]
As markets tumble and investors grow anxious, a powerful reminder from renowned investor Robert Arnott is striking a chord today: “In investing, what is comfortable is rarely profitable.” The quote feels especially relevant on March 19, as India’s key indices—BSE Sensex and Nifty 50—witnessed a sharp fall. The Sensex dropped nearly 2,000 points, while the […]
A video from Dubai International Airport has gone viral on social media, showing long queues of passengers waiting at immigration counters, even as tensions rise across the Middle East. The clip, shared on X by a user, captures a crowded arrivals area on March 18. Travellers can be seen standing in long lines with their […]
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has taken a serious turn, with fresh missile attacks causing significant damage to key energy facilities in Qatar. Qatar confirmed that its major gas hub at Ras Laffan Industrial City was hit by Iranian missile strikes, triggering fires and widespread damage. Authorities strongly condemned the attack, calling it […]
The United Arab Emirates faced a tense and dangerous situation on Tuesday as its defence systems successfully intercepted multiple incoming threats amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. According to officials, around 10 ballistic missiles and 45 drones were shot down before they could cause major damage. Since the escalation began, the UAE has reportedly neutralised
A bomb threat reported at St. Xavier’s College caused brief panic on campus, but authorities later confirmed that it was a hoax. According to Mumbai Police, a thorough search of the premises was carried out, and no suspicious items were found. Officials have now launched an investigation to trace the source of the threat and […]
Sanjay Jha, a Member of Parliament from Janata Dal (United), expressed खुशी and confidence after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured victory on all five seats in the Rajya Sabha elections from Bihar. Calling the result a “strong endorsement,” Jha said the outcome reflects the trust that people and legislators have in the NDA’s leadership […]
