Indian education board CBSE postpones March 2 Class 10 and 12 exams in Middle East
Doha, Qatar: The Central Board of Secondary Education clarified in a circular that the class 10 and class 12 board exams scheduled for March 2, 2026, in the Middle East have been postponed. The new dates shall be announced at a later time. Meanwhile, it added that the board will review the situatio»»»
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani: US and the Zionist regime broke the hearts of the Iranian nation, we’ll break their hearts - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Cheers, Mourning as Iran’s Khamenei Is Killed
Cheers in Tehran. Retaliation and mourning announced by Iran. Protests erupting in some parts of the world, celebrations in others. The world greeted with trepidation the news Sunday that Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei had been killed in the US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic one day ea»»»
On This Day, March 1: Supreme Court rules against executing juvenile offenders - UPI.com
On March 1, 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that execution of juvenile offenders is unconstitutional. 1 of 7 | On March 1, 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that execution of juvenile offenders is unconstitutional. File Photo by Leigh Vogel/UPI | License Photo March 1 (UPI) -- On this date in h»»»
Israel bombarded with missile barrage as Iran plans Khamenei succession
Israel was hit by a barrage of missiles on the morning of March 1, with alerts sounding across Jerusalem, central, and southern regions. This comes after the IRGC swore revenge following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in joint Israel-US strikes on Tehran on February 28. »»»
VIDEO: Qatar and Bahrain hit in Iranian missile strikes as conflict rages on
Qatar and Bahrain both faced continued Iranian missile attacks during the early hours of March 1, with both countries sustaining direct hits despite interception efforts. The escalation follows Iran's initial strikes on Fe»»»
VIDEO: Qatar and Bahrain hit in Iranian missile strikes as conflict rages on
Qatar and Bahrain both faced continued Iranian missile attacks during the early hours of March 1, with both countries sustaining direct hits despite interception efforts. The escalation follows Iran's initial strikes on Fe»»»
What to Know About Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
In one of his final public displays of power, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei unleashed the bloodiest crackdown of his nearly four-decade rule to crush nationwide protests in which people dared to shout “Death to Khamenei.” Now a US or Israeli military strike has sent Iran spinning into the unkn»»»
17 killed, 18 injured in blast at explosives factory in west India's Maharashtra
NEW DELHI, March 1 (KUNA) -- At least 17 people were killed and 18 others were injured on Sunday in a blast at an explosives manufacturing factory in Nagpur district, western Indian state of Maharashtra.The Press Trust of India said quoting the police that 17 persons were killed and 18 injured foll»»»
Qatar Interior Ministry: Limited fire caused by falling debris
DOHA, March 1 (KUNA) -- Qatar's Ministry of Interior announced on Sunday that a limited fire broke out in the Industrial Area as a result of falling debris.In a statement posted on its official account on the platform X, the Ministry said that Civil Defense teams are responding to a minor fire in t»»»
IRGC: The Iranian armed forces will carry out different, harsh phase of revenge with successive and painful strikes - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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India’s CBSE debunks fake circular about Board exam cancellations
Dubai: India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued an urgent warning after a fake circular falsely claiming the cancellation of select Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations began circulating among students and parents in the Middle East. "Important alert! This is a fake circul»»»
Kuwait Amir receives phone call from Lebanese Pres.
KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received a phone call Sunday, from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who expressed reassurance regarding the State of Kuwait, its leadership and people following the Iranian attack on its territory.President Aoun»»»
Dudley MP delivers physiotherapy help to Ukraine
An MP has led a first of its kind visit to provide physiotherapist training in Ukraine. Sonia Kumar won the Dudley seat for Labour at the 2024 general election, but is also a practising NHS physiotherapist. She organised the trip after a visit in September in which she said she was moved by the res»»»
IRGC: Iranian armed forces will ensure that air raid sirens continue to echo across occupied territories and US military bases without pause - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei in Dates
Ali Khamenei had been Iran's hardline spiritual guide and top political authority since 1989, when he succeeded Khomeini as supreme leader. Here is a look at his life in key dates: - July 17, 1939: Khamenei is born in the shrine city of Mashhad to parents from Iran's Azeri minority. - 1957: Meets K»»»
Drone debris lands in Dubai courtyards — two hurt, authorities responds
Dubai: Dubai’s competent authorities have announced that debris from intercepted drones fell in the courtyards of two homes in the emirate, resulting in two injuries. According to a statement by the Government of Dubai Media Office, the injured individuals have received the necessary medical care. »»»
Air Arabia suspends UAE flights as US, Israel war on Iran continues
Sharjah: Air Arabia said on Sunday that all flights to and from the UAE have been temporarily suspended due to multiple regional airspace closures. In a travel update, the airline said customers with flights scheduled within the next 24 hours will be notified directly by email and SMS about alterna»»»
Airspace Closed, Flights Cancelled as US-Iran Conflict Flares
Thousands of flights have been delayed or cancelled in the biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic as airlines suspend services to the Middle East following the US and Israeli attacks on Iran. Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates all announced a»»»
KPC announces LPG prices for March
KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) announced on Sunday the new prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), propane and butane, for the current month of March.In a statement to KUNA, KPC said that the price of propane will be USD 545 per metric ton during March, while butane w»»»
Awqaf Ministry, QMC to air new episode of Dhukhr programme
Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, in cooperation with Quran Radio of the Qatar Media Corporation (QMC), will air a new episode of the programme “Dhukhr,” aimed at promoting the culture of waqf (endowment) in Islam and supporting sustain»»»
Asian football postpones club knockouts
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) bosses postponed on Sunday first-leg knockout matches to be played by clubs in the Middle East this week, after the United States and Israel's strikes on Iran. The decision to reschedule matches involved all three of the AFC's main club com»»»
Sidra Medicine highlights precision medicine breakthrough for rare genetic condition
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, Qatar’s specialist women’s and children’s hospital and a member of Qatar Foundation, has highlighted the real-world impact of precision medicine on a six year old patient with a rare genetic condition. Released to mark Rare Disease Day, the case shows how genomic resear»»»
Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Centre holds its annual auction
Doha: The Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Centre, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, held its 27th annual stamp and coin auction on Friday at its new headquarters in the Ministry of Culture. The auction featured 262 diverse items, including stamps, coins, covers, albums, and first editions. O»»»
Small choices, big impact: How daily habits affect climate
Doha, Qatar: Every day, often without realising it, we leave a mark on the planet through our carbon footprint. From driving to work and cooling our homes, to buying groceries or deciding what to eat for dinner, our daily choices generate emissions that release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse g»»»
Awqaf, Qatar Diabetes Association strengthen partnership
Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the renewal and expansion of its strategic partnership with the Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA). This initiative aims to provide vital support to children living with diabetes, further cem»»»
President al-Sharaa calls Bahrain’s King, affirms solidarity after Iran attack
Damascus, March. 1 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa spoke by phone with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain to express solidarity with the kingdom following Iranian attacks. President al-Sharaa affirmed Syria’s solidarity with Bahrain and stressed its rejection of any infringement on the sover»»»
Winners of Minamata Convention on Mercury Competition honoured
Doha, Qatar: On the occasion of Qatar Environment Day, Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie honoured the winners of the awareness poster design competition on the Minamata Convention on Mercury. The ceremony was organized by the Ministry at B»»»
Afghanistan Fires at Pakistani Jets Over Kabul as Conflict Intensifies
Afghanistan said it was firing at Pakistani jets in Kabul after blasts and gunfire rocked the capital on Sunday, compounding instability in a region rattled by US–Israeli strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks on US targets in Gulf states. The Taliban-ruled state has suffered Pakistani strikes aga»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: Qatar Airways suspends flights as Qatari airspace remains closed
Doha: Flight operations at Qatar Airways remain temporarily suspended following the closure of Qatari airspace. In an operational update, the airline confirmed that services will resume only once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority announces the safe reopening of the country’s airspace. “Qatar Airwa»»»
Etihad suspends flights until 2am Monday amid US, Israel war on Iran
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways has announced that all flights to and from Abu Dhabi have been suspended until 02:00 (UAE time) on Monday, March 2, due to ongoing regional airspace closures. The airline advised passengers scheduled to travel to check their flight status on its official website before hea»»»
Fire at Industrial Area contained: MOI
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior has announced the presence of Civil defense personnel at the Industrial Area following a fire resulting from the fall of shrapnel after intercepting a missile. No life was lost and no injury was recorded. Earlier in the morning, there was an early alert warning»»»
Martenitsa: Bulgarians Celebrate Spring with Centuries-Old Tradition
On March 1, Bulgarians celebrate a traditional festival marking the onset of spring. They exchange special red-and-white charms, called martenitsa, wishing each other health and prosperity throughout the year. Called Baba Marta, or Granny Marta, as an embodiment of spring and commonly depicted as a»»»
UAE’s Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia flight status update: All you need to know
Dubai: Major UAE airlines have suspended operations as regional airspace closures continue to disrupt aviation across the country. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and authorities have warned that schedules may change at short notice. Passengers are urged to follow official sources and airline»»»
Gargash: UAE made every effort to avoid confrontation, urges dialogue to contain conflict
Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the escalation currently taking place in the region had been expected for months, adding that the UAE and other Gulf states had made every effort to avoid confrontation, with the region’s efforts also focused on finding ways»»»
Qatar Airways flights remain temporarily suspended, further update on March 2
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways has announced that it will resume operations once the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirms the safe reopening of Qatari airspace. It added that a further update will be provided on March 02 by 9am Doha time (06:00 UTC). The national carrier advised passengers to monito»»»
GCC, Arab League condemn Iran’s blatant targeting of Qatar, Arab countries
Riyadh: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has expressed its condemnation in the strongest terms of the nefarious and blatant Iranian missile attacks on the territories of Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, in a flagrant violation of their sovereignty. In a statement issu»»»
QNB projects global trade to grow by over 4%
Doha, Qatar: The year 2025 delivered an apparent contradiction at the heart of the global economy. On the one hand, global trade volumes surprised to the upside, expanding at around 16%, well above the 4% long-term average and materially outpacing global GDP growth of 3%. On the other hand, the wor»»»
Winners of ‘Buthra’ Platform Awards honoured for environmental sustainability
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie honoured the winners of the “Buthra” Platform Awards for the 2025–2026 cycle during a ceremony organised by the Ministry on the occasion of Qatar Environment Day 2026. The recognition comes in»»»
US Deploys Suicide Drones and Tomahawk Missiles in Iran Strikes
The United States unleashed an array of weaponry against Iranian targets on Saturday, including Tomahawk cruise missiles, stealth fighters, and for the first time in combat, low-cost one-way attack drones modeled after Iranian designs. US Central Command released photographs showing Tomahawk missi»»»
Iran President, 2 Officials to Lead Transition after Khamenei's Death
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and two top other officials will lead Iran in the transitional period following the death of supreme leader Ali Khamenei, state television reported on Sunday. Judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei and another official from the country's legal council will be»»»
China calls for end to strikes on Iran, UN says the hostilities “undermine international peace and security”
The Chinese Communist Party in Beijing has called for an ‘immediate’ cessation of Israeli and US strikes on Iran. In doing so, CCP officials have stressed the need for dialogue, asking both Jerusalem and Washington »»»
China calls for end to strikes on Iran, UN says the hostilities “undermine international peace and security”
The Chinese Communist Party in Beijing has called for an ‘immediate’ cessation of Israeli and US strikes on Iran. In doing so, CCP officials have stressed the need for dialogue, asking both Jerusalem and Washington »»»
UPDATE: Khamenei confirmed killed in Iran
Iran’s Supreme Leader has been confirmed killed in an attack on his office in Tehran, Iranian state television and state news agencies have now reported. Reports across Iranian state media are calling the death o»»»
UPDATE: Khamenei confirmed killed in Iran
Iran’s Supreme Leader has been confirmed killed in an attack on his office in Tehran, Iranian state television and state news agencies have now reported. Reports across Iranian state media are calling the death o»»»
China calls for end to strikes on Iran, UN says the hostilities “undermine international peace and security”
The Chinese Communist Party in Beijing has called for an ‘immediate’ cessation of Israeli and US strikes on Iran. In doing so, CCP officials have stressed the need for dialogue, asking both Jerusalem and Washington »»»
Protesters Try to Storm Baghdad Zone Housing US Embassy
Hundreds of Iraqis attempted early Sunday to storm Baghdad's fortified Green Zone, where the US embassy is located, after the death of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, a security source told AFP. "Their attempts had been thwarted so far, but they keep trying," the source said. Videos shared on »»»
US, Israel Defend Strikes at UN as Iran Alleges 'War Crime'
The United States and Israel on Saturday defended their attacks on Iran, which called resulting civilian deaths a "war crime" during an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. "The international community has long affirmed a simple and necessary principle: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon," »»»
US Tells Lebanon: Israel Won’t Escalate if No Hostile Acts Come from Lebanese Side
Lebanon's presidency said on Saturday it had been told by the US ambassador that Israel would not escalate against Lebanon as long as there are no hostile acts from the Lebanese side, following the launch of US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Lebanon's armed group Hezbollah, long one of Tehran's principal»»»
Emirates suspends Dubai flights until 3pm today as US, Israel war on Iran continues
Dubai: Emirates has announced that all operations to and from Dubai have been temporarily suspended until 15:00 (UAE time) on Sunday, March 1, due to multiple regional airspace closures. The airline said passengers scheduled to travel within the next 72 hours can either rebook on an alternative fli»»»