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Stuck in Dubai, Lara Dutta gets teary-eyed talking about people who ‘don’t have the option to leave’; says UAE is just like India in protecting citizens | Bollywood News

Stuck in Dubai, Lara Dutta gets teary-eyed talking about people who ‘don’t have the option to leave’; says UAE is just like India in protecting citizens | Bollywood News

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4 min readKochiMar 4, 2026 08:01 PM IST With the US and Israel’s attack on Iran and the West Asian country’s retaliation continuing unabated, a sense of terror has gripped the world due to uncertainty about the future. As tensions continue to escalate across the Middle East, life there has also been thrown out of gear. Along with the locals and those who migrated for livelihoods, many who embarked on short visits for various reasons are also facing sleepless nights in the Gulf countries at the moment. Renowned Bollywood actor Lara Dutta Bhupathi has now revealed that she, too, is stuck in Dubai along with her daughter Saira. In a video shared on Instagram, Lara detailed what has been happening around her and how she is dealing with it. Revealing that she and Saira have been in Dubai since the beginning of the “Israel-Iran war,” she stated that the city has been her home for the past three years and that she has spent considerable time there. Also Read | Mandana Karimi has ‘packed’ her …

Jairam Ramesh flays BJP MPs’ praise of PM Modi, compares Parliament to North Korea’s Assembly

Jairam Ramesh flays BJP MPs’ praise of PM Modi, compares Parliament to North Korea’s Assembly

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Congress leader and senior parliamentarian Jairam Ramesh has criticised BJP MPs for “excessively” praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Parliament, saying their actions sometimes give him the feeling that he is sitting in the Supreme People’s Assembly of North Korea, a totalitarian Communist country. In an interview with PTI, Mr. Ramesh responded to questions related to India’s foreign policy in the wake of attacks on Iran by the forces of the U.S. and Israel, alleging that all matters concerning the country — including external affairs and finance — are handled by a single man. The longtime Rajya Sabha MP said he sometimes felt he was “sitting in the Parliament of North Korea” — a reference to the actions of members of the SPA when their supreme leader, Kim Jong Un, enters — when he listened to speeches from the treasury benches in New Delhi. “Today, it’s a one-man show. It’s a one-man band. So it’s the PM’s foreign policy, it’s the PM’s budget. Everything is the PM,” Mr. Ramesh said. The AICC general secretary …

Fire near U.S. consulate in Dubai after drone attack: govt statement

Fire near U.S. consulate in Dubai after drone attack: govt statement

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“Dubai authorities have confirmed that a fire resulting from a drone-related incident near the US Consulate has been successfully contained,” the Dubai Media Office posted on X. Photo credit: X/Dubai Media Office A drone attack caused a fire near the U.S. consulate in Dubai on Tuesday (March 3, 2026), a government statement said, after the U.S. embassy in Riyadh was hit by an Iranian strike. Nearby residents told AFP they heard a loud bang, and one person said she then saw a fire at the consulate. Dubai and other Gulf cities have been under bombardment since Saturday (February 28, 2026) in a retaliatory attack from Iran after it was attacked by a joint operation by Israel and U.S. on Saturday (February 28, 2026). “Dubai authorities have confirmed that a fire resulting from a drone-related incident near the US Consulate has been successfully contained,” the Dubai Media Office posted on X. Streets around the area were cordoned off, while police in plain clothes shooed away onlookers trying to see the consulate. Earlier, loud jet sounds could …

India again calls for end to Iran-US conflict, stresses energy supply chains| India News

India again calls for end to Iran-US conflict, stresses energy supply chains| India News

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India on Tuesday again called for dialogue and diplomacy aimed at an early end to the Iran-US conflict, emphasising the need to secure the interests of nearly 10 million Indians living in West Asia and prevent disruptions in trade and energy supply chains with potential “serious consequences” for the country’s economy. Missiles are seen in the skies over Doha on March 3, 2026. Qatar’s military intercepted two ballistic missiles early in the morning of March 3, the country’s defence ministry said in a statement. (AFP) This was the second time that New Delhi called for de-escalation and restraint by all stakeholders in the region since Israel and the US launched military strikes on Iran on February 28, killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and senior military leaders and triggering a wave of deadly retaliatory attacks against Israel and several other countries, including those hosting US military bases. Oil prices surged nearly 13%, hitting their highest level since January 2025, after Iranian forces effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz. Natural gas prices rose as QatarEnergy, one …

Iran-Israel war: India expresses ‘great anxiety’ over intensification of conflict in West Asia

Iran-Israel war: India expresses ‘great anxiety’ over intensification of conflict in West Asia

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Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during a press conference in New Delhi. File | Photo Credit: ANI As the conflict in West Asia intensifies, the Ministry of External Affairs, on Tuesday (March 3, 2026), said that India “strongly reiterates its call for dialogue and diplomacy”, and “urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians”. Noting the rise in intensity of the conflict, the MEA said in a statement, “Unfortunately, in the holy month of Ramadan, the situation in the region has deteriorated significantly and continuously.” Also Read: Israel-Iran war LIVE “In recent days, we have not only witnessed an intensification of the conflict but also its spread to other nations. The destruction and deaths have mounted, even as normal life and economic activities come to a halt. As a proximate neighbour with critical stakes in the security and stability of the region, these developments evoke great anxiety,” it said. Calling for the safety of Indians in Iran and the Gulf countries, it said, ”There are almost one …

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince, Jordan, Bahrain Kings as Iran-Israel conflict continues

PM Modi speaks to Saudi Crown Prince, Jordan, Bahrain Kings as Iran-Israel conflict continues

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“India condemns the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia in violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. | Photo Credit: ANI Against the backdrop of the continued conflict in the Gulf, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the King of Bahrain, Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman. Also Read | Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz The conversation came even as the first Indian casualty of the U.S.-Israel vs Iran conflict was confirmed by the Indian Embassy in Oman, which announced that an Indian sailor onboard oil tanker MKD Vyom has died. The Maritime Security Centre of Oman also confirmed the casualty of the Indian national in an announcement on Monday (March 2, 2026), saying that the oil tanker was hit by an explosive-laden boat northwest of Sultan Qaboos Port and its crew were evacuated following an “outbreak of fire”. Also Read: Iran-Israel war LIVE “India condemns the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia in violation of its …

PM Modi speaks with Netanyahu to discuss current regional situation in West Asia

PM Modi speaks with Netanyahu to discuss current regional situation in West Asia

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Photo credit: X/PMO Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (March 1, 2026) to discuss the current regional situation in West Asia. PM Modi wrote on his X account, “Conveyed India’s concerns over recent developments and emphasised the safety of civilians as a priority. India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 1, 2026) night also spoke to the President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and condemned the attacks on the Gulf nation, saying India stands in solidarity with the UAE in these difficult times. An Iranian missile attack on Sunday (March 1, 2026) in the central Israeli city of Beit Shemesh killed at least nine people and left 11 missing, police said, in the deadliest strike in the country since the war began. The U.S. and Israel launched a wave of …

Killing of Khamenei and attack on Iran signal the revival of regime-change doctrine and coercive unilateralism: Kharge

Killing of Khamenei and attack on Iran signal the revival of regime-change doctrine and coercive unilateralism: Kharge

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Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge extended his condolences to Khamenei’s family, the people of Iran and the global Shia community, and reiterated India’s long-standing commitment to peaceful settlement of disputes through dialogue and respect for international law. File. Photo credit: X/AICC Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday (March 1, 2026) condemned the “targeted assassination” of Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, without a formal declaration of war by the United States and Israel. In an unequivocal statement, the Congress president extended his condolences to Khamenei’s family, the people of Iran and the global Shia community, and reiterated India’s long-standing commitment to peaceful settlement of disputes through dialogue and respect for international law. “The targeted use of force to destabilise the leadership and governing structures of a sovereign state—whether in Iran or earlier in Venezuela—signals a disturbing revival of regime-change doctrines and coercive unilateralism,” Mr. Kharge said in a statement. He added, “It also contravenes the United Nations Charter — especially Article 2(4), which expressly prohibits “the threat or use …

Khamenei gone, now Israel trembles: Missiles rain, panic spreads, defenses fail as IDF begs citizens

Khamenei gone, now Israel trembles: Missiles rain, panic spreads, defenses fail as IDF begs citizens

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Published on Mar 02, 2026 12:49 am IST Tensions are surging across the Middle East as Iran rains missiles on Israel, Israeli forces tighten security, and Washington and Tehran trade dire threats over the fallout from Ali Khamenei’s killing. With Iranian barrages still incoming, the IDF has urged Israelis to stay in protected spaces, avoid posting real‑time images or locations of impact sites, and brace for further escalation even as Iran’s leadership vows it is prepared for “all scenarios” and Donald Trump warns any retaliation will be met with a level of US force “never seen before.”   News / Videos / World News / Khamenei gone, now Israel trembles: Missiles rain, panic spreads, defenses fail as IDF begs citizens Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Ajith safe in Dubai amid ongoing US-Israel strikes on Iran, confirms manager: ‘He was supposed to leave yesterday, but…’ | Tamil News

Ajith safe in Dubai amid ongoing US-Israel strikes on Iran, confirms manager: ‘He was supposed to leave yesterday, but…’ | Tamil News

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3 min readKochiUpdated: Mar 1, 2026 07:08 PM IST A day after renowned actor-director R Madhavan reportedly confirmed that he and his family, long-time residents of Dubai, are safe amid the escalating tension across the Middle East following the US and Israel’s attack on Iran, Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar’s team revealed that he, too, is out of harm’s way. Ajith, who has been in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for his racing commitments, was supposed to return to Chennai, Tamil Nadu. However, he was stranded in Dubai due to flight suspensions. Now, the actor’s manager has confirmed his safety. “He (Ajith) was supposed to leave yesterday, but had to return from the airport. He is now safe in Dubai,” he told Zoom. One of the biggest stars in Tamil cinema, Ajith is also a racing driver and has competed in various international professional motorsport championships. He most recently participated in the 2025–26 Asian Le Mans Series alongside former F1 star Narain Karthikeyan, and they are now gearing up to compete in the 2026 Michelin Le …