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Ram Kapoor to head back to his Dubai home amid ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict: ‘I cannot delay any further’

Ram Kapoor to head back to his Dubai home amid ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict: ‘I cannot delay any further’

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Amid rising tensions in Dubai triggered by the ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict, actor Ram Kapoor is planning to head back to Dubai next week to wrap up pending work at his home in Burj Khalifa. Ram Kapoor had flown to Dubai with his wife Gautami Kapoor just two weeks ago, but the couple decided to cut their trip short when the situation escalated. Ram Kapoor to go back to Dubai In an interview with The Times of India, Ram shared that he is planning to go back to Dubai as there is work underway at his home in the Burj Khalifa. The actor had flown to Dubai with his wife Gautami Kapoor just two weeks ago, but the couple decided to cut their trip short when the situation escalated. Ram said, “Last time, we were there for about a week. I thought I would come back to Mumbai and wait for things to calm down before starting again. But now I don’t have a choice. My work is still pending, and the situation does not seem …

Deepika Padukone Skips Paris Fashion Week Due to US-Israel-Iran War?

Deepika Padukone Skips Paris Fashion Week Due to US-Israel-Iran War?

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Deepika Padukone was scheduled to attend a show during the on-going Paris Fashion Week, but the star reportedly had to opt out of it due to the growing tensions between US-Israel and Iran. As per a report by Mid-Day, Deepika was invited to attend the French luxury house Louis Vuitton’s Fall/Winter show on March 10, 2026. However, she could not attend it due to limited flight operations. As per the report, Deepika had initially confirmed that she would attend the event. She was supposed to head to Paris on March 9, 2026.  The report stated, “Deepika was initially confirmed to attend. She had zeroed in on her outfits and begun fittings for the appearance. But her flight was among the many that were cancelled in the last few days. Also, given that the war has been escalating and affecting several countries across West Asia, she reconsidered whether it was the right time to be travelling.” The luxury brand Louis Vuitton had announced Padukone as its brand ambassador in 2022. While the report states that Deepika …

FIFA official dismisses US-Israel-Iran war fears for 2026 tournament

FIFA official dismisses US-Israel-Iran war fears for 2026 tournament

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2 min readMar 10, 2026 04:12 PM IST With the future of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 in limbo due to the ongoing conflict involving the USA, Israel and Iran, FIFA’s World Cup chief operating officer (COO), Heimo Schirgi, says the tournament is “too big” to be postponed because of the global turmoil in the Middle East. “If I had a crystal ball, I could tell you now what is going to happen, but obviously the situation is developing,” Schirgi said at the International Broadcast Centre for the 48-nation tournament on Monday. “It’s changing day by day, and we are monitoring closely. We’re working together with all our federal partners and also our international partners in evaluating the situation, and we basically take it day by day, and at some stage, we will have a resolution. And the World Cup will go on, obviously, right? The World Cup is too big, and we hope that everyone who has qualified can participate,” he added. Schirgi said FIFA continues to closely monitor the Iran war and …

Flight Status, March 7: Indian Airlines Halt Gulf Operations Amid US-Israel-Iran War, Run Special Repatriation Flights | India News

Flight Status, March 7: Indian Airlines Halt Gulf Operations Amid US-Israel-Iran War, Run Special Repatriation Flights | India News

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Last Updated:March 07, 2026, 12:03 IST Indian carriers are among those hit hard, which has left travellers scrambling amid the Gulf airspace closures. The escalating tensions have prompted the airlines to reschedule or suspend flights. (representation Image) Air travel across the Middle East continues to be thrown into disarray as the escalating conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts skies over key Gulf hubs. Since February 28, airports in Dubai, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain have witnessed mass cancellations, which have affected thousands of passengers. The escalating tensions have prompted the airlines to reschedule or suspend flights. Indian carriers are among those hit hard which has left travellers scrambling amid the Gulf airspace closures. Most of the flights towards these routes have been cancelled. At the same time, airlines are also offering waivers and repatriation flights. Air India Express Adds Special Routes To India Air India Express has cancelled select international flights amid ongoing disruptions in the Gulf airspace. But it is also operating additional services to help passengers reach India safely. The airline has …

Construction Workers To Drivers: Over 1.2 Lakh From UP Stranded In Gulf Amid US-Israel-Iran War | India News

Construction Workers To Drivers: Over 1.2 Lakh From UP Stranded In Gulf Amid US-Israel-Iran War | India News

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Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 18:12 IST With several flights cancelled and airspace restrictions imposed across parts of the Middle East, relatives say every phone call from abroad now carries both relief and fear. Indian passengers arrive at the airport of Ahmedabad on late March 3, 2026, after they were stranded in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). (AFP photo) More than one lakh people from Lucknow and other districts — including masons, construction workers, technicians, drivers and those on religious tours — are currently stranded across Gulf countries as the Iran–Israel war entered its seventh day on Friday, intensifying anxiety among families in Uttar Pradesh. With several flights cancelled and airspace restrictions imposed across parts of the Middle East, relatives say every phone call from abroad now carries both relief and fear. Travel operators in the city estimate that over 1.25 lakh residents of Lucknow are currently in countries such as Iran, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Muscat, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Sharjah. Many of them had planned to return to India in the coming days, …

How Rajasthan’s Dheeraj Jain Helped 200 Indians Stranded Amid US-Israel-Iran War | India News

How Rajasthan’s Dheeraj Jain Helped 200 Indians Stranded Amid US-Israel-Iran War | India News

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Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 12:00 IST When war fears grounded flights and left Indians stranded in Dubai, a man opened his farmhouse doors. Rajasthan’s Dheeraj Jain became a lifeline for nearly 200 desperate travellers For many people currently far from home, Dheeraj Jain has become a symbol of compassion and hope, a reminder that humanity still prevails even in the most uncertain moments. (Local18) As tensions escalated in the Middle East and fears of a wider conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran grew, flights across several regions were abruptly cancelled. Hundreds of Indian travellers were left stranded in Dubai, struggling to arrange food and accommodation. In the midst of this uncertainty, a businessman from Rajasthan, Dheeraj Jain, emerged as a beacon of hope, stepping forward to offer help. A Rajasthani Businessman Who Became A Lifeline When many Indians were left stranded due to the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel and the broader geopolitical uncertainty involving the United States, Dheeraj Jain chose to act. Instead of turning away, he opened not only his …

Zimbabwe begin journey back home from India after travel disruptions amid US-Israel-Iran conflict | Cricket News

Zimbabwe begin journey back home from India after travel disruptions amid US-Israel-Iran conflict | Cricket News

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2 min readMar 5, 2026 05:09 PM IST Zimbabwe Cricket said on Thursday that the men’s cricket team are on their way back home from India after playing the 2026 T20 World Cup. Zimbabwe’s return home had been delayed due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict after the team’s campaign ended in the Super Eights. Zimbawe Cricket said that the team is departing for Harare in batches and that the first group of players are leaving on Thursday. “Zimbabwe Cricket confirms that the Zimbabwe senior men’s team participating in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 are on their way home from India after the International Cricket Council secured alternative travel arrangements following recent transit disruptions,” the board said in a statement on ‘X’. “Due to flight availability and revised routing, the squad will return to Harare in batches. The first group of players departed India today, Wednesday, while the final group is scheduled to leave on Friday afternoon,” it added. Zimbabwe’s original travel route was via Dubai on an Emirates flight but it had to be …

Has US-Israel-Iran War Hit Strait Of Hormuz, A Global Oil Transit Chokepoint? Will It Impact India? | Explainers News

Has US-Israel-Iran War Hit Strait Of Hormuz, A Global Oil Transit Chokepoint? Will It Impact India? | Explainers News

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Last Updated:March 01, 2026, 18:33 IST US-Israel-Iran War And Strait Of Hormuz: How has the conflict impacted the traffic in the global oil shipping lane? What does it mean for India and the world? News18 explains Two traditional dhows sail by a large container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. (AP) The Strait of Hormuz is currently the focus of a severe global crisis. Following joint Israeli-United States strikes on Iran on February 28, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly closed the waterway to all maritime traffic. Where is it? How was the conflict impacted the traffic? What does it mean for India and the world? News18 explains Where is the Strait of Hormuz? It is a narrow, strategically vital waterway in the Middle East that serves as the only sea passage from the Persian Gulf to the open ocean. It links the Persian Gulf (to the west) with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea (to the southeast). Bordering Countries North Coast: Iran South Coast: The Musandam Peninsula (an exclave of …