Happy Holi 2026: 50+ Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & WhatsApp Status To Share With Your Loved Ones

Happy Holi 2026: 50+ Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & WhatsApp Status To Share With Your Loved Ones

Holi 2026 is here, falling on Wednesday, March 4th, promising a mid-week celebration of colors. The article provides a comprehensive guide to Holi wishes, messages, quotes, and status updates tailored for family, friends, and colleagues, ensuring everyone can share the festive spirit. March is here, which means the sun is finally out with a vengeance,…

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Japan’s ‘snow monsters’: The frozen giants of Zao that only appear for weeks and locals say they’re slowly disappearing | World News

Japan’s ‘snow monsters’: The frozen giants of Zao that only appear for weeks and locals say they’re slowly disappearing | World News

Japan’s ‘snow monsters’: The frozen giants of Zao that only appear for weeks and locals say they’re slowly disappearing (Image source: Canva) In the depths of winter, the forests of the Zao Mountain Range transform into something almost surreal. The trees no longer resemble trees. They rise in bulky, twisted shapes, layered in thick white…

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Nitish’s son Nishant set for political launch ahead of Rajya Sabha election NEW DELHI: Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, is set to enter politics, a development which marks a reversal of his father’s abiding aversion to dynastic politics but owes as much to growing clamour within JDU as the party sees in him a legatee who can help it link with its core supporters in case of leadership transitition.Multiple party functionaries said Nitish, who recently turned 75 and finds his health under scrutiny, has given his nod to his son joining politics. Though the speculation about him getting one of the two Rajya Sabha seats that JDU is set to get is just that, speculation, indications suggest that the party leadership may have overcome the hestitancy which saw it defy the clamour from ranks for letting Nitish’s son in the arena.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends 0m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainNishant Kumar’s late turn to politics, at 50 years of age, is a growing acknowledgement among key JDU functionaries that he can help the party navigate the competitive and unpredictable terrain it faces in the crowded political scene in Bihar as an important face with whom its traditional voters – Kurmis and sections of backwards and Dalits – can connect due to their bond with his father.Bihar minister Shrawon Kumar, who is from JDU, said Nishant is set to enter politics and whether he will go to Rajya Sabha or not will be clear in a day or two. A senior JDU functionary emphasised Nitish’s staunch opposition to dynastic politics but noted the uncertain future that several regional parties face where there is no clear line of succession. On the other hand, he added, RJD has retained its base despite repeated poll drubbings as its traditional voters have accepted Lalu Prasad’s son Tejashwi Yadav as his political heir.While the future path for Nishant is far from predictable, his presence will help galvanise JDU’s base, which is in confusion over its future beyond Nitish.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut healthHigh cholesterol isn’t just about one number: Cardiologist explains LDL, ApoB, Lp(a) and how to lower your real heart attack risk123Hot 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

Nitish’s son Nishant set for political launch ahead of Rajya Sabha election NEW DELHI: Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, is set to enter politics, a development which marks a reversal of his father’s abiding aversion to dynastic politics but owes as much to growing clamour within JDU as the party sees in him a legatee who can help it link with its core supporters in case of leadership transitition.Multiple party functionaries said Nitish, who recently turned 75 and finds his health under scrutiny, has given his nod to his son joining politics. Though the speculation about him getting one of the two Rajya Sabha seats that JDU is set to get is just that, speculation, indications suggest that the party leadership may have overcome the hestitancy which saw it defy the clamour from ranks for letting Nitish’s son in the arena.Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends $700m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainNishant Kumar’s late turn to politics, at 50 years of age, is a growing acknowledgement among key JDU functionaries that he can help the party navigate the competitive and unpredictable terrain it faces in the crowded political scene in Bihar as an important face with whom its traditional voters – Kurmis and sections of backwards and Dalits – can connect due to their bond with his father.Bihar minister Shrawon Kumar, who is from JDU, said Nishant is set to enter politics and whether he will go to Rajya Sabha or not will be clear in a day or two. A senior JDU functionary emphasised Nitish’s staunch opposition to dynastic politics but noted the uncertain future that several regional parties face where there is no clear line of succession. On the other hand, he added, RJD has retained its base despite repeated poll drubbings as its traditional voters have accepted Lalu Prasad’s son Tejashwi Yadav as his political heir.While the future path for Nishant is far from predictable, his presence will help galvanise JDU’s base, which is in confusion over its future beyond Nitish.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut healthHigh cholesterol isn’t just about one number: Cardiologist explains LDL, ApoB, Lp(a) and how to lower your real heart attack risk123Hot 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

Nitish’s son Nishant set for political launch ahead of Rajya Sabha election NEW DELHI: Nishant Kumar, the son of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, is set to enter politics, a development which marks a reversal of his father’s abiding aversion to dynastic politics but owes as much to growing clamour within JDU as the party…

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SPARK 2026 internship at IIT Roorkee opens for eligible undergraduates, apply before March 8

SPARK 2026 internship at IIT Roorkee opens for eligible undergraduates, apply before March 8

IIT Roorkee launches SPARK 2026 internship with Rs 3000 weekly stipend The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee has opened applications for the 2026 edition of its SPARK summer internship programme, aimed at providing research exposure to undergraduate students across India. The initiative seeks to nurture academic talent and encourage participants to pursue higher studies at…

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Capricorn Horoscope Today, March 04, 2026: Minor work hurdles and potential relationship disagreements expected

Capricorn Horoscope Today, March 04, 2026: Minor work hurdles and potential relationship disagreements expected

You may wake up with a dull, slightly depressed feeling. Saturn weighs on your mood, and hurdles pop up in work, like slow approvals, missing files, or a colleague not doing their part.Don’t take it personally. Treat it like bad traffic, annoying but temporary. Keep your speech controlled today, because one sharp line can create…

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‘Has become star in short time’: Ex-India cricketer blasts Abhishek Sharma before T20 World Cup semifinal

‘Has become star in short time’: Ex-India cricketer blasts Abhishek Sharma before T20 World Cup semifinal

India’s Abhishek Sharma plays a shot during the T20 World Cup cricket match between India and West Indies in Kolkata, India, Sunday, March 1, 2026. (AP Photo) Abhishek Sharma’s form has come under scrutiny ahead of India’s T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal against England, with former cricketers Manoj Tiwary and Irfan Pathan raising concerns about…

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Texas bar shooting: Suspect Ndiaga Diagne previously posted misogynistic, antisemitic and racist remarks, praised Islamic revolution — report claims

Texas bar shooting: Suspect Ndiaga Diagne previously posted misogynistic, antisemitic and racist remarks, praised Islamic revolution — report claims

A Sunday night crowd at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden had gathered for drinks and live music when gunfire shattered the routine hum of the bar. Within minutes, panic replaced party chatter — and a 53-year-old man with a trail of incendiary online posts was dead after a shootout with police.The man, identified as Ndiaga Diagne,…

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File photo: Sonia Gandhi NEW DELHI: BJP on Tuesday slammed Sonia Gandhi’s denunciation of the government’s silence over the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli attack as the party recalled the deceased Iranian’s support for the secessionist forces in Kashmir and said diplomacy cannot be reduced to appeasement or performative politics.BJP’s foreign department head Vijay Chauthaiwale cited several statements of Khamenei that were critical of India and said Sonia needed to “brush up” her memory. In one statement in 2017 the Iranian leader had called for the “Muslim world to openly support the people of Yemen, Bahrain, and Kashmir and repudiate oppressors and tyrants who attacked them,” Chauthaiwale said. “India has not been silent. It has consistently called for restraint, respect for sovereignty, and de-escalation. Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends 0m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainWith millions of citizens living and working across the Gulf, along with critical economic and energy linkages, reckless commentary is neither practical nor responsible,” he said. Sonia’s article portraying India’s response to the crisis as “silence” is misleading and reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of responsible diplomacy, BJP’s Amit Malviya said. He added when Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi was killed in 2011, the Congress-headed UPA govt neither issued a condolence nor mounted any condemnation. “Was the UPA wrong in 2011, or is the Modi govt right today? One cannot have two foreign policies: one in opposition and another in power,” he said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut healthHigh cholesterol isn’t just about one number: Cardiologist explains LDL, ApoB, Lp(a) and how to lower your real heart attack risk123Hot 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

File photo: Sonia Gandhi NEW DELHI: BJP on Tuesday slammed Sonia Gandhi’s denunciation of the government’s silence over the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli attack as the party recalled the deceased Iranian’s support for the secessionist forces in Kashmir and said diplomacy cannot be reduced to appeasement or performative politics.BJP’s foreign department head Vijay Chauthaiwale cited several statements of Khamenei that were critical of India and said Sonia needed to “brush up” her memory. In one statement in 2017 the Iranian leader had called for the “Muslim world to openly support the people of Yemen, Bahrain, and Kashmir and repudiate oppressors and tyrants who attacked them,” Chauthaiwale said. “India has not been silent. It has consistently called for restraint, respect for sovereignty, and de-escalation. Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends $700m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainWith millions of citizens living and working across the Gulf, along with critical economic and energy linkages, reckless commentary is neither practical nor responsible,” he said. Sonia’s article portraying India’s response to the crisis as “silence” is misleading and reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of responsible diplomacy, BJP’s Amit Malviya said. He added when Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi was killed in 2011, the Congress-headed UPA govt neither issued a condolence nor mounted any condemnation. “Was the UPA wrong in 2011, or is the Modi govt right today? One cannot have two foreign policies: one in opposition and another in power,” he said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut healthHigh cholesterol isn’t just about one number: Cardiologist explains LDL, ApoB, Lp(a) and how to lower your real heart attack risk123Hot 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

NEW DELHI: BJP on Tuesday slammed Sonia Gandhi’s denunciation of the government’s silence over the assassination of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli attack as the party recalled the deceased Iranian’s support for the secessionist forces in Kashmir and said diplomacy cannot be reduced to appeasement or performative politics.BJP’s foreign department head…

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CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026 on March 7: Check important repeated topics, revision tips, and previous year’s paper PDF

CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026 on March 7: Check important repeated topics, revision tips, and previous year’s paper PDF

CBSE Class 10 Social Science Exam 2026 on March 7 The Central Board of Secondary Education is going to conduct the class 10 Social Science exam on March 7, 2026. With the exam right around the corner, students are entering the final and most decisive phase of preparation. While the syllabus may appear vast, a…

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Selena Gomez KISSES husband Benny Blanco’s foot on following ‘dirty feet’ backlash – WATCH

Selena Gomez KISSES husband Benny Blanco’s foot on following ‘dirty feet’ backlash – WATCH

Selena Gomez playfully showered affection on her husband, Benny Blanco during an appearance on his podcast, ‘Friends Keep Secrets’. The music producer, who had been facing flak over a viral clip of his “dirty feet”, saw his wife shut down haters with her gesture that went viral on social media.Gomez and Blanco joined co-hosts Lil…

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Scorpio Horoscope Today, March 04, 2026: You exude an aura of respect, making interactions smoother

Scorpio Horoscope Today, March 04, 2026: You exude an aura of respect, making interactions smoother

You walk into the day with extra weight in your presence. People notice. The Sun and Jupiter support honour and respect in society, and even small interactions, with security staff, shopkeepers, colleagues, feel smoother.Still, the day isn’t perfectly straight. Some happiness, some confusion. You may doubt yourself more than usual, and that’s the Moon playing…

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Parliament must debate ‘dissonance’ in foreign policy: Congress MP Sonia Gandhi

Parliament must debate ‘dissonance’ in foreign policy: Congress MP Sonia Gandhi

File photo: Congress MP Sonia Gandhi NEW DELHI: Terming the PM Modi govt’s “silence” on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s targeted assassination and attack on Iran as signalling a “tacit endorsement” of the tragedy, Congress MP Sonia Gandhi has demanded that Parliament discuss the “dissonance” in foreign policy when it resumes next week – suggesting that the…

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Was the US attack on Iran predicted just days before? Ex-CIA officer John Kiriakou’s shocking warning | World News

Was the US attack on Iran predicted just days before? Ex-CIA officer John Kiriakou’s shocking warning | World News

Looking back, John’s warning now appears to have foreshadowed the US strike/ Youtube As Washington and Tehran trade strikes in the aftermath of Operation Epic Fury, attention has turned to comments made just days before the offensive by former CIA officer John Kiriakou, who publicly suggested that a US attack on Iran was imminent. On…

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Representative image NEW DELHI: Data centres have emerged as new targets, with Iran launching attacks on three such facilities in what is being seen as an attempt to destabilise operations.Three Amazon data centres – two in the UAE and one in Bahrain – were targeted by drones, disrupting cloud services and computing facilities in areas like banking across West Asia, the tech major has said.Amazon’s cloud unit Amazon Web Services Availability Zone (AWS) has warned of prolonged disruptions of its services after the drone strikes in the last two days.“In the UAE, two of our facilities were directly struck, while in Bahrain, a drone strike in close proximity to one of our facilities caused physical impact to our infrastructure,” AWS said in an update on its status page. Iran has fired a barrage of drones and missiles at Gulf countries in retaliation for US and Israeli strikes that killed its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday. Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends 0m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainIran has also struck energy facilities in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.Repairs are ongoing but “recovery is expected to be prolonged given the scale of damage”, Amazon said.While critical installations ranging from ports and airports to refineries and industrial complexes have been the target of such attacks, Iran’s focus on Amazon’s facilities shows how critical data centres have become in today’s times when data is often described as the new oil. Disabling one data centre can take down multiple systems.The scale of damage was evident as the UAE stock market remained closed on Monday and Tuesday due to tech outages, and thousands of flyers were stranded at airports in Dubai and Kuwait, with AWS disruptions also affecting passenger and flight services.Chris McGuire, who is a senior fellow for China and emerging technologies at the Council on Foreign Relations, wrote on X: “Reuters reports that an object struck an AWS data center in the UAE, causing a fire and shutting it down. Assuming this was an Iranian drone strike, it is the first time a commercial data center was physically targeted in a conflict. It won’t be the last.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitIs Gossip Really That Bad? 5 Surprising Reasons Psychology Says It’s Actually Good for YouLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut health123Hot 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

Representative image NEW DELHI: Data centres have emerged as new targets, with Iran launching attacks on three such facilities in what is being seen as an attempt to destabilise operations.Three Amazon data centres – two in the UAE and one in Bahrain – were targeted by drones, disrupting cloud services and computing facilities in areas like banking across West Asia, the tech major has said.Amazon’s cloud unit Amazon Web Services Availability Zone (AWS) has warned of prolonged disruptions of its services after the drone strikes in the last two days.“In the UAE, two of our facilities were directly struck, while in Bahrain, a drone strike in close proximity to one of our facilities caused physical impact to our infrastructure,” AWS said in an update on its status page. Iran has fired a barrage of drones and missiles at Gulf countries in retaliation for US and Israeli strikes that killed its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday. Israel attacks IranUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Iran launches ‘massive missile’ strike at US airbase in Bahrain; Israel bombs BeirutFrom Khamenei’s compound to nuclear complex: Satellite images show aftermath of Iranian sites after US-Israel strikesOperation Epic Fury: US spends $700m in 24 hours; final war cost remains uncertainIran has also struck energy facilities in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.Repairs are ongoing but “recovery is expected to be prolonged given the scale of damage”, Amazon said.While critical installations ranging from ports and airports to refineries and industrial complexes have been the target of such attacks, Iran’s focus on Amazon’s facilities shows how critical data centres have become in today’s times when data is often described as the new oil. Disabling one data centre can take down multiple systems.The scale of damage was evident as the UAE stock market remained closed on Monday and Tuesday due to tech outages, and thousands of flyers were stranded at airports in Dubai and Kuwait, with AWS disruptions also affecting passenger and flight services.Chris McGuire, who is a senior fellow for China and emerging technologies at the Council on Foreign Relations, wrote on X: “Reuters reports that an object struck an AWS data center in the UAE, causing a fire and shutting it down. Assuming this was an Iranian drone strike, it is the first time a commercial data center was physically targeted in a conflict. It won’t be the last.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIsrael Bombs Iran’s Presidential Office, Trump Says Iran’s Leadership ‘Gone’, ‘Too Late For Talks’Mercedes Benz India: Why the FTA Won’t Lower Car Prices in 2026PM Modi Steps Up Gulf Diplomacy Amid US Iran War, India Warns Of Serious Consequences On EconomyBihar Buzz: Will CM Nitish Kumar’s Son Nishant Kumar Enter Politics Through Rajya Sabha Route?As Protests Break Out In India, A Look At Why Ayatollah Khamenei Was Spiritual Anchor For Shia Muslims“Not the Right Choice But The Only Choice”: IAF Veteran on Rafale DilemmaDelhi Police Detain 4,000 In Pre-Holi Crackdown Under Operation Aaghat 4.0Narendra Modi: Global Digital Leader Surpasses 30 Million YouTube SubscribersIndian Air Force Begins Process To Replace 20-Year-Old VIP Jets Used By Ministers And Military ChiefsIndia-Canada Uranium Deal Explained: Why It Matters For India’s Future?123Photostories14 types of veg and non-veg deep-fried pakodas to make the Holi party even more flavourfulRevenge bedtime procrastination: Why you stay up late even when you’re exhausted and how to win over this habitIs Gossip Really That Bad? 5 Surprising Reasons Psychology Says It’s Actually Good for YouLab-grown gold vs mined gold: What’s the real difference in price, purity, and investment value?Lunar eclipse 2026: See stunning ‘Blood Moon’ photos from across the worldTotal lunar eclipse 2026: Photos of rare ‘Blood Moon’Holi 2026: From Devoleena Bhattacharjee and husband Shanwaz, Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola to Divyanka Tripathi- Vivek Dahiya; TV celebs’ colourful pictures from the festivitiesTop 5 tallest residential buildings in Europe (2026)5 of the worst travel crisis the world has seen since 2020From salad to halwa: 8 ways to consume raw papaya to improve gut health123Hot 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

NEW DELHI: Data centres have emerged as new targets, with Iran launching attacks on three such facilities in what is being seen as an attempt to destabilise operations.Three Amazon data centres – two in the UAE and one in Bahrain – were targeted by drones, disrupting cloud services and computing facilities in areas like banking…

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