How is current Middle East crisis similar to 1980s' tanker war?
The term 'tanker war' was first used in 1980s when Iraq attacked Iran's oil tankers and Iran attacked ships that were associated with Iraq and its allies. In the ongoing Middle East war, Iran has launched multiple attacks on ships. This has resulted in a significant decline in shipping across Strait of Hormuz and risen price of oil over $100.
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The term 'tanker war' was first used in 1980s when Iraq attacked Iran's oil tankers and Iran attacked ships that were associated with Iraq and its allies. In the ongoing Middle East war, Iran has launched multiple attacks on ships. This has resulted in a significant decline in shipping across Strait of Hormuz and risen price of oil over $100.
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Over 3.75 lakh Indians returned since Gulf war began: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the issue for the first time since the Middle East war began, said, "Since the beginning of the conflict, over 3,75,000 Indians have returned home safely." He added, "Around 1,000 Indians have been evacuated from Iran. Over 700 medical students are studying there, while thousands more are enrolled in Indian schools across the Gulf countries."
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03:58 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the issue for the first time since the Middle East war began, said, "Since the beginning of the conflict, over 3,75,000 Indians have returned home safely." He added, "Around 1,000 Indians have been evacuated from Iran. Over 700 medical students are studying there, while thousands more are enrolled in Indian schools across the Gulf countries."
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03:58 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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How Iranian missiles got through Israel's air defence system?
Israel's air defence system, known as 'Iron Dome', failed to intercept two Iranian ballistic missiles that hit residential areas near Dimona and Arad, not far from one of Israel’s most sensitive nuclear facilities. While some Iranian missiles are capable of manoeuvring mid-flight, some can split into multiple projectiles before impact, making them harder to intercept.
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03:57 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Israel's air defence system, known as 'Iron Dome', failed to intercept two Iranian ballistic missiles that hit residential areas near Dimona and Arad, not far from one of Israel’s most sensitive nuclear facilities. While some Iranian missiles are capable of manoeuvring mid-flight, some can split into multiple projectiles before impact, making them harder to intercept.
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Farmers won't bear Middle East crisis burden: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Lok Sabha on Monday, said farmers won't bear the burden of ongoing Middle East war. PM Modi's remarks come amid concerns over potential disruptions to fertiliser supplies, energy imports, and global trade routes due to conflict in Middle East. He assured that the country is well-prepared on the food front.
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03:57 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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PM Narendra Modi, while speaking in Lok Sabha on Monday, said farmers won't bear the burden of ongoing Middle East war. PM Modi's remarks come amid concerns over potential disruptions to fertiliser supplies, energy imports, and global trade routes due to conflict in Middle East. He assured that the country is well-prepared on the food front.
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Spoke to heads of most West Asian nations twice amid war: PM Modi
While addressing the parliament, PM Narendra Modi said he has held two rounds of phone conversations with the heads of state of most West Asian countries amid the US-Israel-Iran war, and all of them assured security of Indian citizens. “Unfortunately, during this period, some deaths have occurred, and the affected families are being provided with all necessary assistance,” he added.
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03:55 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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While addressing the parliament, PM Narendra Modi said he has held two rounds of phone conversations with the heads of state of most West Asian countries amid the US-Israel-Iran war, and all of them assured security of Indian citizens. “Unfortunately, during this period, some deaths have occurred, and the affected families are being provided with all necessary assistance,” he added.
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Iran now denies charging ₹18 crore from ships to let them pass Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian Embassy in India denied reports that Iran is charging $2 million (around ₹18 crore) from ships to let them pass the Strait of Hormuz. "It is emphasised that such claims are unfounded. The statements made...merely reflect the personal views of individuals," it said. An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, seemed to confirm the claims by saying, "War has costs."
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03:54 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The Iranian Embassy in India denied reports that Iran is charging $2 million (around ₹18 crore) from ships to let them pass the Strait of Hormuz. "It is emphasised that such claims are unfounded. The statements made...merely reflect the personal views of individuals," it said. An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, seemed to confirm the claims by saying, "War has costs."
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Number of sixes in IPL rising every season since 2022
The number of sixes has increased every year in the IPL since 2022. In IPL 2025, as many as 1,294 sixes were hit, which is the most number of sixes hit in an IPL season. In 2024, 1,260 sixes were hit, while 1,124 and 1,062 maximums were hit in 2023 and 2022, respectively. IPL 2026 will begin on March 28.
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03:51 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The number of sixes has increased every year in the IPL since 2022. In IPL 2025, as many as 1,294 sixes were hit, which is the most number of sixes hit in an IPL season. In 2024, 1,260 sixes were hit, while 1,124 and 1,062 maximums were hit in 2023 and 2022, respectively. IPL 2026 will begin on March 28.
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03:51 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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You're a public figure, be ready for brickbats: HC to Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna
While hearing a personality rights case filed by Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna, Delhi High Court remarked, "If you're...a public figure...be ready for brickbats too." The news organisations whose articles Balkrishna wanted to be taken down weren't even made parties to the case, the HC observed, calling it "omnibus". The court added it can't stop people from making fun unless it's disparaging.
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News By: Garima Garg
04:11 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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While hearing a personality rights case filed by Patanjali's Acharya Balkrishna, Delhi High Court remarked, "If you're...a public figure...be ready for brickbats too." The news organisations whose articles Balkrishna wanted to be taken down weren't even made parties to the case, the HC observed, calling it "omnibus". The court added it can't stop people from making fun unless it's disparaging.
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Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate: US on Iran war
Speaking about military strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the ongoing war, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, "Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate." Talking about President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to "fully open" the Strait of Hormuz without any threat, Bessent stated that it is "the only language the Iranians understand".
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04:10 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Speaking about military strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the ongoing war, United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, "Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate." Talking about President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to "fully open" the Strait of Hormuz without any threat, Bessent stated that it is "the only language the Iranians understand".
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Hundreds of protesters march to OpenAI & Anthropic offices in US, call to 'stop the AI race'
Hundreds of protesters under the banner "Stop the AI Race" gathered outside Anthropic’s headquarters in San Francisco on Saturday, urging AI companies to pause the development of frontier AI systems. The protests began at Anthropic before moving to the offices of OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI. Organisers warned that unchecked development could lead to scenarios where machines surpass human control.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
04:07 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Hundreds of protesters under the banner "Stop the AI Race" gathered outside Anthropic’s headquarters in San Francisco on Saturday, urging AI companies to pause the development of frontier AI systems. The protests began at Anthropic before moving to the offices of OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI. Organisers warned that unchecked development could lead to scenarios where machines surpass human control.
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Will ruin your life with 1 call if you mistreat party workers: Shekhawat to officials
A video of Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat went viral, allegedly showing him warning officials in Rajasthan's Phalodi. He said, "If you misbehave with party workers, I'll misbehave with you...I will ruin your life and job...your job can be destroyed with just one phone call." Reportedly, his remarks came after party workers complained that officials were unresponsive to their concerns.
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04:03 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A video of Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat went viral, allegedly showing him warning officials in Rajasthan's Phalodi. He said, "If you misbehave with party workers, I'll misbehave with you...I will ruin your life and job...your job can be destroyed with just one phone call." Reportedly, his remarks came after party workers complained that officials were unresponsive to their concerns.
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Mysterious blast outside house near int'l border in J&K's Samba
A mysterious blast occurred outside a home in a village in J&K's Samba district on Monday, uprooting the gate and a portion of boundary wall. The blast took place around 2 am near residence of ex-Sarpanch Jai Ram Sharma, which is located around 10 km from International Border in Ghagwal sector. Police have registered an FIR, and probe is underway.
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04:00 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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A mysterious blast occurred outside a home in a village in J&K's Samba district on Monday, uprooting the gate and a portion of boundary wall. The blast took place around 2 am near residence of ex-Sarpanch Jai Ram Sharma, which is located around 10 km from International Border in Ghagwal sector. Police have registered an FIR, and probe is underway.
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Putin congratulates Kim Jong-un for re-election as North Korean leader with 99.9% votes
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Kim Jong-un on his re-election as Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of North Korea. "We'll continue to work closely together to further develop the comprehensive strategic partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang," said Putin. Kim Jong-un, who has been the North Korea leader since 2011, saw his party win 99.93% of votes in recent elections.
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04:19 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Kim Jong-un on his re-election as Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of North Korea. "We'll continue to work closely together to further develop the comprehensive strategic partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang," said Putin. Kim Jong-un, who has been the North Korea leader since 2011, saw his party win 99.93% of votes in recent elections.
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Govt not considering loan waiver to farmers: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament that there is no proposal for a complete loan waiver for farmers under consideration. She said the focus is on improving farmers' finances through schemes like Kisan Credit Card, which offers crop loans up to ₹3 lakh at subsidised interest rate. Additionally, the limit for collateral-free loans has also been increased to ₹2 lakh.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
04:19 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament that there is no proposal for a complete loan waiver for farmers under consideration. She said the focus is on improving farmers' finances through schemes like Kisan Credit Card, which offers crop loans up to ₹3 lakh at subsidised interest rate. Additionally, the limit for collateral-free loans has also been increased to ₹2 lakh.
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How does it feel knowing your face on Iran's missiles: Israel to Spain PM
Reacting to Iran sending ballistic missiles toward Israel bearing stickers reading "Thank you, PM" featuring Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Israel's Foreign Ministry said, "Keep in mind that Europe, including Spain, is within range of these missiles." "How does it feel knowing your face and words are on these missiles?" the ministry asked the Spanish PM.
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News By: Saurav Joshi
04:17 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Reacting to Iran sending ballistic missiles toward Israel bearing stickers reading "Thank you, PM" featuring Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Israel's Foreign Ministry said, "Keep in mind that Europe, including Spain, is within range of these missiles." "How does it feel knowing your face and words are on these missiles?" the ministry asked the Spanish PM.
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Why did foreign investors sell Indian equities worth ₹1 lakh crore?
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) sold Indian equities worth over ₹1 lakh crore in just 16 sessions between February 25 and March 20. The selloff was mainly driven by the Middle East conflict, which began on February 28. A 60% surge in oil prices due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions and the rupee hitting record low of nearly 94 also contributed.
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04:44 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) sold Indian equities worth over ₹1 lakh crore in just 16 sessions between February 25 and March 20. The selloff was mainly driven by the Middle East conflict, which began on February 28. A 60% surge in oil prices due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions and the rupee hitting record low of nearly 94 also contributed.
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Axis MF ex-fund manager misused COVID-19 WFH norms to commit ₹107 crore fraud: ED
The Enforcement Directorate told a special PMLA court that Viresh Joshi, former fund manager at Axis Mutual Fund, exploited remote working conditions during COVID-19 to commit a ₹106.74-crore fraud. Taking cognisance of ED's chargesheet, the court permitted the case to proceed further. Joshi, along with his associates, allegedly made illegal profits by using sensitive data from Axis MF.
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News By: Mansi Agarwal
04:43 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The Enforcement Directorate told a special PMLA court that Viresh Joshi, former fund manager at Axis Mutual Fund, exploited remote working conditions during COVID-19 to commit a ₹106.74-crore fraud. Taking cognisance of ED's chargesheet, the court permitted the case to proceed further. Joshi, along with his associates, allegedly made illegal profits by using sensitive data from Axis MF.
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04:43 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Kashmiri girl offers her piggy bank to donate money to war-hit Iran
As several Kashmiri people donated to help the people of war-hit Iran, children in the Kashmir Valley also joined the efforts. A video shared by the Iranian Embassy in India showed a young girl offering her 'bighwar' (piggy bank) to donate money for Iran. Thanking the people of Kashmir, the embassy said the kindness towards Iran would never be forgotten.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
04:40 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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As several Kashmiri people donated to help the people of war-hit Iran, children in the Kashmir Valley also joined the efforts. A video shared by the Iranian Embassy in India showed a young girl offering her 'bighwar' (piggy bank) to donate money for Iran. Thanking the people of Kashmir, the embassy said the kindness towards Iran would never be forgotten.
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NDA announces seat sharing for TN polls; AIADMK gets 178 seats, BJP gets 27
The NDA has finalised seat sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, giving AIADMK 178 seats, BJP 27, PMK 18 and 11 to TTV Dhinakaran’s AMMK. In 2021, BJP contested 20 seats and won 4, while AIADMK contested 179 and won 66. Polling for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 23.
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04:38 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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The NDA has finalised seat sharing for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, giving AIADMK 178 seats, BJP 27, PMK 18 and 11 to TTV Dhinakaran’s AMMK. In 2021, BJP contested 20 seats and won 4, while AIADMK contested 179 and won 66. Polling for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections will be held in a single phase on April 23.
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You work for Trump, go to US: Shia clerics to Munir over 'go to Iran' remark
Reacting to Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's 'If you love Iran, then go to Iran' remark, Shia cleric Allama Rizvi said, "You should go to America and Israel." "You work for Donald Trump and United States against Pakistan," he stated. Another cleric Allama Gardezi called Munir's behaviour aggressive and disrespectful. Notably, 35 people were killed in Pakistan in pro-Iran protests.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
04:33 pm Monday, 23 March, 2026
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Reacting to Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's 'If you love Iran, then go to Iran' remark, Shia cleric Allama Rizvi said, "You should go to America and Israel." "You work for Donald Trump and United States against Pakistan," he stated. Another cleric Allama Gardezi called Munir's behaviour aggressive and disrespectful. Notably, 35 people were killed in Pakistan in pro-Iran protests.
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