Human Interest

SpiceJet will operate eight special flights from Fujairah to Delhi, Mumbai and Kochi to evacuate passengers stranded amid Middle East tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran, as regional airspace disruptions continue affecting flight operations

The Ministry of External Affairs has set up a control room to assist Indians amid the West Asia crisis, following US strikes that killed Ali Khamenei. India is monitoring developments to safeguard citizens in the Gulf

The release of “Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups,” starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas, has been postponed to June 4 due to Middle East tensions. The film avoids a box office clash with Dhurandhar

Nick Jonas shared a nostalgic Holi photo with Priyanka Chopra, celebrating their festive memories together. The singer also recently praised her song “Teri Dulhan Sajaungi” from Barsaat, delighting Indian fans with his enthusiasm for her work

CBSE has postponed Class 10 and 12 exams in Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia and UAE, due to escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict. Fresh dates will be announced later, with a review set for March 5

Garuda Aerospace unveiled a drone capable of tranquilising elephants from the air, reducing risks to humans and wildlife. C P Radhakrishnan inaugurated the UAV, highlighting its role in indigenous technology for human-elephant conflict mitigation

The Trump administration faced criticism for delayed public communication on the Donald Trump-led attack on Iran. While the Pentagon briefed select pro-Trump media, mainstream outlets reported limited clarity, highlighting an unconventional communications strategy during the initial stages of the conflict

Thousands of women gathered at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple for the annual Attukal Pongala festival, preparing ritual offerings in a massive display of devotion. The women-only event, once listed in the Guinness World Records, transformed the city into a vast spiritual arena

  The Madras High Court’s Madurai Bench suggested allowing five court-named persons to offer 15-minute symbolic prayers near the Deepathoon atop Tirupparankundram hill, amid a contempt plea over Karthigai Deepam lighting and political controversy surrounding prohibitory orders 

Narendra Modi’s YouTube channel surpassed 30 million subscribers, making him the platform’s most-followed world leader. He far outpaces Jair Bolsonaro and Donald Trump, reinforcing his global digital dominance

The Central Board of Film Certification cleared Vijay Ranganathan’s romantic crime thriller **Oh Butterfly** with an A certificate. Starring Nivedhithaa Sathish, the film follows a troubled honeymoon that spirals into betrayal and murder, promising intense psychological drama ahead of its March 6 release

At the United Nations Security Council, US First Lady Melania Trump proposed a “single digital nation-state,” highlighting blockchain, AI and education’s role in peace. Presiding during America’s rotating presidency, she emphasised children, technology and global understanding amid geopolitical tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for Puducherry projects worth ₹2,700 crore, spanning roads, urban mobility, healthcare, education, industrial estates, and water supply, aiming to boost infrastructure, economic growth, and ease of living across the Union Territory

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) unveiled their IPL 2026 jersey, featuring bold front stripes and five stars for their titles. MS Dhoni returned to camp, while the squad sees Sanju Samson joining, Jadeja and Curran traded, and young talents added

Singer Arijit Singh released his first post-retirement song, "Raina", composed by Shekhar Ravjiani with lyrics by Priya Saraiya. Singh had earlier announced retirement from playback singing, thanking fans for their support and ending new assignments as a vocalist

A massive blast at SBL Energy Limited explosives factory in Nagpur, Maharashtra, killed 17 and injured 18. PMO announced ex-gratia relief, while rescue operations continue. Authorities, including NDRF and PESO teams, are investigating the cause of the tragedy

Lac-made ‘gulal gota,’ traditional Holi colour shells from Jaipur, are seeing rising demand nationally and internationally. Social media reels have revived this royal-era craft, boosting artisan income, increasing production, and attracting younger generations to preserve the centuries-old festive tradition

A blast at Surya Sri Fire Works in Vetlapalem, Andhra Pradesh, killed 21 people, including owner Adabala Srinivas. Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan blamed safety violations, vowing stricter enforcement as the government covers treatment for injured workers

Following Sri Lanka’s Super 8 exit at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, head coach Sanath Jayasuriya announced he will step down, citing inconsistency despite recent ODI and Test successes during his tenure

India’s digital payments platform Unified Payments Interface recorded 27% annual growth in February transaction volumes, reaching 20.39 billion, as per National Payments Corporation of India data, strengthening its global expansion and dominance over cash transactions domestically

The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei triggers a complex succession process led by the Assembly of Experts, with potential interim leadership and speculation over contenders, including his son, amid heightened regional tensions and political uncertainty

US President Donald Trump ordered sweeping strikes on Iran after failed nuclear diplomacy and intelligence assessments, despite doubts about an imminent threat. Backed by regional allies including Mohammed bin Salman, Washington pursued military escalation to curb Tehran’s enrichment ambitions

Catholicos Baselios Mar Thoma Mathews III of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church welcomed Prime Minister Modi’s stance supporting the Church’s unity. Speaking at Vattasseril Thirumeni’s memorial, he emphasized historical legacy, Supreme Court rulings, and the need to maintain a united Malankara Church

In Kasaragod, Kerala, the Sree Poobanam Kuzhi Temple hosted a community Iftar during the Brahmakalashotsavam festival, reflecting religious harmony. Local Muslim residents, unable to attend previous feasts due to Ramadan, shared dates and meals in the temple courtyard