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Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan orders early salary payment for government employees ahead of Eid Al Fitr | World News

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan orders early salary payment for government employees ahead of Eid Al Fitr | World News

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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has directed the early disbursement of March salaries for Dubai government employees ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The Crown Prince ordered that salaries be paid on March 17, allowing employees to better prepare for the upcoming holiday and support their families during the festive period.The directive comes as…

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The ministry of external affairs has refuted reports which claimed that US is using India’s ports to strike Iran amid the ongoing escalation in Middle East.This comes after former US Army Colonel Douglas Macgregor during an interview with a US-based channel claimed that US was using Indian naval bases in its war against Iran. India Slams ‘Baseless’ Claim Of US Using Its Ports As Iran’s Warship Is Torpedoed In Indian Ocean “All of our bases have been destroyed. Our harbour installations are destroyed. We are actually having to fall back on India and Indian ports, which is less than ideal; that is what the navy says,” Macgregor has said.MEA fact-check account on X rejected the claims, calling them “fake and false.””Claims being made on OAN, a US based channel, that Indian ports are being used by the US Navy are fake and false. We caution you against such baseless and fabricated comments,” MEA said.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Powerful explosions rock IRGC naval base; Iran targets Kurdish groups’ HQ in IraqIndia voiced “deep concern” over the escalating tensions in the Middle East, calling on all parties involved to exercise restraint, avoid further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians.Chaos erupted in the Middle East after the joint forces of US and Israel carried out coordinated airstrikes on Iran, killing the country’s 86-year-old Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Iran retaliated by launching missiles at Israel and targeting American military bases located across Gulf countries.Earlier on Wednesday, a torpedo fired from a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, killing 87 personnel. The vessel had recently been on a friendly visit to India. The strike marked the first instance since World War II in which an American submarine attacked a surface warship.The war entered its sixth day on Thursday with no indication of de-escalation.Reports indicate that the conflict has already claimed more than 1,000 lives in Iran, while about a dozen people have been killed in Israel. At least six US troops have also died in the fighting.US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have defended the offensive, arguing that Iran posed an imminent threat.“If we didn’t do it first, they would have done it to Israel and give us a shot, if that was possible,” Trump said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Slams ‘Baseless’ Claim Of US Using Its Ports As Iran’s Warship Is Torpedoed In Indian OceanBig Bihar Surprise: CM Nitish Kumar To Contest Rajya Sabha Polls, BJP Set to Rule BiharMiddle East crisis Hits Aviation: 1,500 Flights Scrapped As Air India Ramps Up CapacityMeet The Sheshnaag-150: India’s Answer To Cheap One Way Attack DronesHoli Colors Light Up Philippines As Filipino-Indian Community Celebrates Festival Of UnityRahul Gandhi, Kejriwal, BJP Leaders Mix Festive Wishes With Sharp Attacks Amid Holi CelebrationsPakistan President Asif Zardari Claims India Preparing For War, Calls For DialogueIndia Set To Double S-400 Fleet But Is It Worth Against Israel’s Iron DomeFamilies Overjoyed as 200 Stranded Indians Land Home Safely Amid Middle East TensionsMeta Blocks Social Media Pages Of Kashmiri Newspapers As Protests Over Khamenei’s Death Spread123PhotostoriesMark Zuckerberg buys 0 million mansion in Miami: A look into a tech billionaire’s ultra-luxury abodeBefore ‘Toxic’: The Kannada daily soaps that shaped pan-India star Yash’s early careerTop 7 tallest buildings in New YorkTourists beware: Strict international laws abroad that can land tourists in serious troubleBaby names inspired by victory and success7 effective ways to keep pigeons away from balcony and windowsFriday OTT releases (March 6, 2026): 7 new movies from ‘Gandhi Talks,’ ‘Baby Girl’ to ‘Granny’Who wore what at Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s flashy pre-wedding partyFatty liver disease is rising: 8 common NAFLD myths doctors want you to stop believingSudha Chandran recalls losing her leg in an accident at 16; says, “I have lived more of my life with my prosthetic leg than with my original leg”123Hot PicksIran war newsGold rate todayMiddle East CrisisGulf Flights UpdateIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsNFL RumorsJhoan DuranT20 World CupUS Strike IranLG Hospital AhmedabadMiddle East CrisisIsrael Iran ConflictChandra Grahan 2026 TimeSchool Holiday in March

The ministry of external affairs has refuted reports which claimed that US is using India’s ports to strike Iran amid the ongoing escalation in Middle East.This comes after former US Army Colonel Douglas Macgregor during an interview with a US-based channel claimed that US was using Indian naval bases in its war against Iran. India Slams ‘Baseless’ Claim Of US Using Its Ports As Iran’s Warship Is Torpedoed In Indian Ocean “All of our bases have been destroyed. Our harbour installations are destroyed. We are actually having to fall back on India and Indian ports, which is less than ideal; that is what the navy says,” Macgregor has said.MEA fact-check account on X rejected the claims, calling them “fake and false.””Claims being made on OAN, a US based channel, that Indian ports are being used by the US Navy are fake and false. We caution you against such baseless and fabricated comments,” MEA said.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Powerful explosions rock IRGC naval base; Iran targets Kurdish groups’ HQ in IraqIndia voiced “deep concern” over the escalating tensions in the Middle East, calling on all parties involved to exercise restraint, avoid further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians.Chaos erupted in the Middle East after the joint forces of US and Israel carried out coordinated airstrikes on Iran, killing the country’s 86-year-old Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Iran retaliated by launching missiles at Israel and targeting American military bases located across Gulf countries.Earlier on Wednesday, a torpedo fired from a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean, killing 87 personnel. The vessel had recently been on a friendly visit to India. The strike marked the first instance since World War II in which an American submarine attacked a surface warship.The war entered its sixth day on Thursday with no indication of de-escalation.Reports indicate that the conflict has already claimed more than 1,000 lives in Iran, while about a dozen people have been killed in Israel. At least six US troops have also died in the fighting.US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have defended the offensive, arguing that Iran posed an imminent threat.“If we didn’t do it first, they would have done it to Israel and give us a shot, if that was possible,” Trump said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Slams ‘Baseless’ Claim Of US Using Its Ports As Iran’s Warship Is Torpedoed In Indian OceanBig Bihar Surprise: CM Nitish Kumar To Contest Rajya Sabha Polls, BJP Set to Rule BiharMiddle East crisis Hits Aviation: 1,500 Flights Scrapped As Air India Ramps Up CapacityMeet The Sheshnaag-150: India’s Answer To Cheap One Way Attack DronesHoli Colors Light Up Philippines As Filipino-Indian Community Celebrates Festival Of UnityRahul Gandhi, Kejriwal, BJP Leaders Mix Festive Wishes With Sharp Attacks Amid Holi CelebrationsPakistan President Asif Zardari Claims India Preparing For War, Calls For DialogueIndia Set To Double S-400 Fleet But Is It Worth Against Israel’s Iron DomeFamilies Overjoyed as 200 Stranded Indians Land Home Safely Amid Middle East TensionsMeta Blocks Social Media Pages Of Kashmiri Newspapers As Protests Over Khamenei’s Death Spread123PhotostoriesMark Zuckerberg buys $170 million mansion in Miami: A look into a tech billionaire’s ultra-luxury abodeBefore ‘Toxic’: The Kannada daily soaps that shaped pan-India star Yash’s early careerTop 7 tallest buildings in New YorkTourists beware: Strict international laws abroad that can land tourists in serious troubleBaby names inspired by victory and success7 effective ways to keep pigeons away from balcony and windowsFriday OTT releases (March 6, 2026): 7 new movies from ‘Gandhi Talks,’ ‘Baby Girl’ to ‘Granny’Who wore what at Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok’s flashy pre-wedding partyFatty liver disease is rising: 8 common NAFLD myths doctors want you to stop believingSudha Chandran recalls losing her leg in an accident at 16; says, “I have lived more of my life with my prosthetic leg than with my original leg”123Hot PicksIran war newsGold rate todayMiddle East CrisisGulf Flights UpdateIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsNFL RumorsJhoan DuranT20 World CupUS Strike IranLG Hospital AhmedabadMiddle East CrisisIsrael Iran ConflictChandra Grahan 2026 TimeSchool Holiday in March

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The ministry of external affairs has refuted reports which claimed that US is using India’s ports to strike Iran amid the ongoing escalation in Middle East.This comes after former US Army Colonel Douglas Macgregor during an interview with a US-based channel claimed that US was using Indian naval bases in its war against Iran. India…

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Mar 05, 2026, 09:32 IST

Mar 05, 2026, 09:32 IST

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Suryakumar Yadav (R) with Tilak Varma during a practice session. (Getty Images) MUMBAI: India and England will clash in their third consecutive T20 World Cup semifinal at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday night. Both sides have one win each in their previous knockout meetings, with the victor on both occasions going on to lift the…

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Fresh controversy hits Pakistan: T20 World Cup player fined after alleged misconduct with female hotel staff in Sri Lanka

Fresh controversy hits Pakistan: T20 World Cup player fined after alleged misconduct with female hotel staff in Sri Lanka

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Pakistan Cricket Team (AP Photo) After a dismal T20 World Cup campaign, Pakistan cricket has been hit by a fresh controversy after an unnamed squad member was reportedly fined for allegedly misbehaving with a female hotel staff member during the team’s stay in Kandy, Sri Lanka. The incident is believed to have occurred shortly before…

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MHT CET 2026 application correction window opens today for PCM, PCB candidates: Check editable fields here

MHT CET 2026 application correction window opens today for PCM, PCB candidates: Check editable fields here

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MHT CET 2026: The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra will open the application correction window for the MHT CET 2026 today, March 5, 2026. Candidates who want to make corrections in their application forms can do so through the official website at cetcell.mahacet.org.According to the official notice, the edit facility will remain available from…

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PIO diplomat criticises UK foreign office for being woke, quits

PIO diplomat criticises UK foreign office for being woke, quits

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LONDON: An Indian-origin senior British diplomat has quit the UK foreign office, criticising it for being woke, stuffed with paper-pushers and underperformers and putting the “worship of international law” above national security.In a column in the UK Times titled ‘Foreign Office fails to put Britain first’, Ameer Kotecha wrote: “Our impotence on Iran and craven…

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Mass visa relief in the UAE: Overstay fines dropped for tourists affected by flight chaos amid Iran and US–Israel war

Mass visa relief in the UAE: Overstay fines dropped for tourists affected by flight chaos amid Iran and US–Israel war

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UAE Immigration Waives Fines for Visitors Stranded by Flight Disruptions: Huge Relief for Travellers The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) in the United Arab Emirates has announced a sweeping waiver of overstay fines for residents, tourists and visitors who were unable to leave the country due to flight cancellations and airspace closures linked…

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DMK and Congress leaders after seat0sharing agreement was finalised CHENNAI: Putting an end to speculations, the DMK and the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) on Wednesday finalised a seat-sharing arrangement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly election, under which the Congress will contest 28 constituencies and receive one Rajya Sabha berth.The decision was taken at a meeting between chief minister and DMK president MK Stalin and TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai in Chennai, according to a joint statement issued by the parties.In the 2021 assembly polls, the Congress contested 25 seats as part of the Secular Progressive Alliance and won 18 seats. Party leaders had in recent weeks indicated that they were seeking a higher number of constituencies this time.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutWest Asia crisis: 38 Indian ships stuck in Persian Gulf; 3 sailors dead’Safety risks’: US orders non-emergency staff in Pakistan to leave Karachi, Lahore consulatesSpeaking to reporters after signing the deal, TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai said he was “relieved” after the deal. Asked about the Rajya Sabha candidate, Selvaperunthagai said the All India Congress Committees would release the name of the candidate.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRahul Gandhi, Kejriwal, BJP Leaders Mix Festive Wishes With Sharp Attacks Amid Holi CelebrationsPakistan President Asif Zardari Claims India Preparing For War, Calls For DialogueIndia Set To Double S-400 Fleet But Is It Worth Against Israel’s Iron DomeFamilies Overjoyed as 200 Stranded Indians Land Home Safely Amid Middle East TensionsMeta Blocks Social Media Pages Of Kashmiri Newspapers As Protests Over Khamenei’s Death SpreadPM Modi Welcomes Finnish President Stubb As India Expands Strategic Reach Amid Global TensionsAs Israel’s Iron Dome Falters In Iran War, India Opts For Five More Russian S-400 Air Defence System’48 Hours After Modi Left…’: Israel Envoy Reuven Azar Reveals When Netanyahu Approved Iran Strike’It Was Terrifying…’: Indian Badminton Star PV Sindhu Recalls Scary Dubai Transit Amid US Iran WarIndia Confident To Evade Fuel Crisis Amid War As Russia Offers Energy Support Despite Trump Threats123PhotostoriesAries to Scorpio: Zodiac Signs that are likely to have a love marriageFrom mandap to majesty: Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda turn Hyderabad reception into a royal South Indian fashion momentHow to make high-protein Instant Sprout Chaat at home7 festive and colourful cocktails perfect for your Holi celebrationUnsure about your relationship? Ask yourself these five questions5 air fryer mistakes that ruin textureHow to verify land records before buying a plotPost-Holi detox meal plan for 24 hours to cleanse the bodyYour HbA1c is normal, so why are you still tired?” Doctors explain the hidden insulin resistance stageHollywood movies with colourful Holi scenes: ‘Eat, Pray, Love,’ ‘Bride and Prejudice,’ ‘Outsourced,’ and more123Hot PicksIran droneUS Iran War Impact on Stock MarketMiddle East CrisisGulf Flights UpdateIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingNBA Injury UpdateUS Israel Strike IranUS Attack on IranCBSE postpones Class 10 and 12 board examsUS Strike IranLG Hospital AhmedabadMiddle East CrisisIsrael Iran ConflictChandra Grahan 2026 TimeSchool Holiday in March

DMK and Congress leaders after seat0sharing agreement was finalised CHENNAI: Putting an end to speculations, the DMK and the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) on Wednesday finalised a seat-sharing arrangement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly election, under which the Congress will contest 28 constituencies and receive one Rajya Sabha berth.The decision was taken at a meeting between chief minister and DMK president MK Stalin and TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai in Chennai, according to a joint statement issued by the parties.In the 2021 assembly polls, the Congress contested 25 seats as part of the Secular Progressive Alliance and won 18 seats. Party leaders had in recent weeks indicated that they were seeking a higher number of constituencies this time.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutWest Asia crisis: 38 Indian ships stuck in Persian Gulf; 3 sailors dead’Safety risks’: US orders non-emergency staff in Pakistan to leave Karachi, Lahore consulatesSpeaking to reporters after signing the deal, TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai said he was “relieved” after the deal. Asked about the Rajya Sabha candidate, Selvaperunthagai said the All India Congress Committees would release the name of the candidate.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRahul Gandhi, Kejriwal, BJP Leaders Mix Festive Wishes With Sharp Attacks Amid Holi CelebrationsPakistan President Asif Zardari Claims India Preparing For War, Calls For DialogueIndia Set To Double S-400 Fleet But Is It Worth Against Israel’s Iron DomeFamilies Overjoyed as 200 Stranded Indians Land Home Safely Amid Middle East TensionsMeta Blocks Social Media Pages Of Kashmiri Newspapers As Protests Over Khamenei’s Death SpreadPM Modi Welcomes Finnish President Stubb As India Expands Strategic Reach Amid Global TensionsAs Israel’s Iron Dome Falters In Iran War, India Opts For Five More Russian S-400 Air Defence System’48 Hours After Modi Left…’: Israel Envoy Reuven Azar Reveals When Netanyahu Approved Iran Strike’It Was Terrifying…’: Indian Badminton Star PV Sindhu Recalls Scary Dubai Transit Amid US Iran WarIndia Confident To Evade Fuel Crisis Amid War As Russia Offers Energy Support Despite Trump Threats123PhotostoriesAries to Scorpio: Zodiac Signs that are likely to have a love marriageFrom mandap to majesty: Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda turn Hyderabad reception into a royal South Indian fashion momentHow to make high-protein Instant Sprout Chaat at home7 festive and colourful cocktails perfect for your Holi celebrationUnsure about your relationship? Ask yourself these five questions5 air fryer mistakes that ruin textureHow to verify land records before buying a plotPost-Holi detox meal plan for 24 hours to cleanse the bodyYour HbA1c is normal, so why are you still tired?” Doctors explain the hidden insulin resistance stageHollywood movies with colourful Holi scenes: ‘Eat, Pray, Love,’ ‘Bride and Prejudice,’ ‘Outsourced,’ and more123Hot PicksIran droneUS Iran War Impact on Stock MarketMiddle East CrisisGulf Flights UpdateIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingNBA Injury UpdateUS Israel Strike IranUS Attack on IranCBSE postpones Class 10 and 12 board examsUS Strike IranLG Hospital AhmedabadMiddle East CrisisIsrael Iran ConflictChandra Grahan 2026 TimeSchool Holiday in March

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DMK and Congress leaders after seat0sharing agreement was finalised CHENNAI: Putting an end to speculations, the DMK and the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) on Wednesday finalised a seat-sharing arrangement for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly election, under which the Congress will contest 28 constituencies and receive one Rajya Sabha berth.The decision was taken at…

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Mar 05, 2026, 07:52 IST

Mar 05, 2026, 07:52 IST

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Jasprit Bumrah of India celebrates the wicket of Shimron Hetmyer of West Indies during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup India & Sri Lanka 2026 Super 8 match between India and West Indies at Eden Gardens on March 01, 2026 in Kolkata, India. (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) TimesofIndia.com in Mumbai: The mercury reached uncomfortable…

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Reliance, D-Mart & more: Top stocks to watch on March 5

Reliance, D-Mart & more: Top stocks to watch on March 5

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CLSA maintains an outperform rating on Reliance Industries, citing improved confidence in its new ventures. HSBC has a reduce rating on Avenue Supermart, noting its pricing advantage is not substantial. Morgan Stanley raises Delhivery’s target price, expecting strong volume growth and margin expansion due to a favorable industry environment. CLSA has an outperform rating on…

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‘The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond’ box office collection Day 6: Film maintains grip; earns Rs 20 crore net

‘The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond’ box office collection Day 6: Film maintains grip; earns Rs 20 crore net

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‘The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond’, which hit theatres over the weekend amid controversy, has managed to maintain its grip over the Indian box office. After registering a boost over the Holi holiday, the film witnessed a slight dip on Wednesday (Day 6), taking its total India net collection to an estimated Rs 20.15 crore….

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