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NEW DELHI: Harvard University has issued a formal apology after a social media post promoting its Elementary Sanskrit course triggered sharp criticism from sections of the Hindu community, with the artwork used in the post labelled "Hinduphobic" and culturally insensitive.

Jebel Ali is the largest port in the Middle East and one of the world’s busiest container terminals. It serves as a major transshipment and re-export hub linking Asia, Europe and Africa.

Air travel in the Middle East is severely disrupted as the US-Israel war on Iran leads to extensive flight cancellations and airspace closures. Major UAE carriers have suspended operations, stranding thousands of tourists. Authorities are providing support, including accommodation and meals, while advising passengers to check flight statuses and know…

As the US and Israel's military campaign against Iran escalates, the UAE implements broad public safety measures. Residents are urged to comply with official instructions, seek shelter during alerts, and avoid spreading unverified information, which carries legal penalties. Educational institutions have shifted to distance learning, and travel disruptions persist due…

Video footage circulating on social media shows the moment an Iranian missile struck a highway in the Jerusalem area late on Sunday, leaving seven people injured and scattering debris across the road.

US President Donald Trump said that the United States is carrying out one of the “largest” military offensives in modern history. In a video message posted on Truth Social, Trump described “Operation Epic Fury” as an overwhelming joint effort with Israel, saying hundreds of targets had been struck across Iran…

The UAE has shut its Dubai and Abu Dhabi stock markets for two days, March 2-3, 2026, due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict fallout. This unprecedented move follows Iranian retaliatory strikes, disrupting regional business and investor confidence. Other Gulf markets saw sharp declines, with oil prices surging amid fears of supply…

Representative Thomas Massie criticizes President Trump's military actions in Iran, suggesting they are intended to distract from the release of Jeffrey Epstein documents. Massie, who co-sponsored legislation to declassify Epstein files, argues that such foreign policy maneuvers do not negate the need for transparency.

An ex-New York resident, identified as Ndiaga Diagne, is suspected of carrying out a deadly shooting at a Texas bar. Law enforcement sources suggest a possible motive of vengeance related to US actions in Iran, citing a "Property of Allah" hoodie and an Iranian flag symbol.

A fire broke out in Tehran on Sunday night after an Israeli strike hit the headquarters of Iran’s state broadcaster, as fighting between the two countries intensified following the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iranian state television confirmed that parts of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) complex…

Sharjah International Airport is experiencing significant flight disruptions, including cancellations and delays, due to temporary UAE airspace closures. These measures are a direct response to escalating US-Israel military actions against Iran and subsequent regional security concerns. Passengers are strongly advised to verify flight statuses with airlines before traveling to avoid…