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Yoga Mahotsav to Begin National Countdown for International Day of Yoga
New Delhi | 12 March 2026 Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, functioning under the Ministry of Ayush, is set to organise Yoga Mahotsav 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan on March 13. The event will mark the beginning of the nationwide countdown leading to the celebration of the International Day of Yoga in June. The programme is expected to start in the morning and will launch a large outreach initiative aimed at spreading awareness about yoga across the country. As part of the campaign, several...
Rising Oil Prices During US–Iran War May Put Pressure on India’s Economy: Report
New Delhi | 12 March 2026 Growing tensions linked to the conflict involving the United States and Iran have pushed global crude oil prices higher, raising concerns about the possible impact on India’s economy. Experts warn that if crude oil prices remain close to $100 per barrel for nearly a year, the country may experience slower economic growth and rising inflation. Since India depends heavily on imported energy, any long-term increase in oil prices could place additional pressure on government...
India Engages Iran Over Shipping Safety as Tensions Rise in the Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi | 12 March 2026 India has raised concerns about the safety of commercial shipping and energy supplies amid growing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime routes for oil transport. The discussion took place between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as recent attacks on vessels in the region have increased fears about disruptions to global trade and energy supply chains. According to...
India Prepares for Grand 2030 Commonwealth Games, Aims Hosting 2036 Olympics: Anurag Thakur
New Delhi | 11 March 2026 Anurag Thakur, former Union Sports Minister and BJP Member of Parliament, said on Wednesday that India is gearing up to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games on a large scale while also working towards securing the hosting rights for the 2036 Summer Olympics. The 2030 edition will mark the centenary of the Commonwealth Games, and India plans to celebrate the historic milestone with a major international sporting event. India was officially confirmed as the host of the 2030...
Drone Incident Near Dubai Airport Injures Four; UAE Intercepts Iranian Missiles Amid Rising Regional Tensions
New Delhi | 11 March 2026 Four people, including an Indian national, were injured after two drones crashed near Dubai International Airport in Dubai, according to a statement shared by the Dubai Media Office on X (formerly Twitter). Authorities confirmed that emergency services responded quickly to the incident and the injured individuals received medical attention. The development comes at a time of rising tensions in West Asia, where several countries are facing security concerns linked to ongoing...
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