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March 9, 2026 10:27 PM

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NATO Begins biennial Arctic Military Exercise

NATO began its biennial Arctic military exercise today, placing greater emphasis on the role of civilians in supporting military operations.   The exercise came at ‌a time of high tension over US President Donald Trump's push to take over Greenland from fellow NATO member Denmark. The drills, named ...

March 9, 2026 10:07 PM

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Two UAE Armed Forces Personnel died in Helicopter Crash

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s Ministry of Defence today said that two members of its armed forces died in a helicopter crash due to a technical malfunction. The ministry expressed its condolences and sympathy to the families of the two martyrs. Earlier in the day, the UAE reported a missile attac...

March 9, 2026 9:48 PM

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CBSE Postpones Class 12 Exams in Several West Asian Countries

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 12 board examinations scheduled between 12th and 16th of this month in several West Asian countries. In a notice issued by CBSE, the decision was taken after reviewing the current situation and uncertainties in the region and co...

March 9, 2026 8:52 PM

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Iran Launches Missile, Drone Strikes on Israel and Gulf States

Just hours after Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran’s new supreme leader, Iran launched fresh missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and parts of the Gulf region, escalating tensions across West Asia. Air raid sirens were reported in Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Haifa, and Israeli authori...

March 9, 2026 5:41 PM

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Health Ministry conducts Post-Budget Webinar on theme -Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare today conducted a Post Budget Webinar Series on the theme Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas – Fulfilling Aspirations of People.   The session was convened to deliberate on the announcement of the Union Budget, focusing on strengthening mental health infrastructure thr...

March 9, 2026 5:24 PM

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Fourteen Migrants Drown Off Türkiye Coast After Boat Collision

Fourteen migrants drowned on Türkiye’s Mediterranean coast today after a boat carrying them collided with a coast guard vessel during a pursuit.   According to the state-run Anadolu Agency, the incident occurred off the coast of Demre in Antalya province,when a boat transporting Afghan migrants atte...

March 9, 2026 5:16 PM

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Delhi Airport Issues Advisory as West Asia Tension Affect Flights

Delhi Airport has issued a travel advisory amid the ongoing situation in West Asia. In its advisory, the airport said that westbound international flights may face delays or changes in schedule. The Delhi Airport has advised passengers to check the latest updates with their respective airlines befor...