Author: Subrata Das
The U.S. military has destroyed 16 Iranian vessels attempting to mine the Strait of Hormuz, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing regional war. As President Trump threatens a military response “never seen before,” Iran has doubled down on its vow to block all oil exports through the vital waterway, pushing the global economy toward a potential energy shock.
Iran has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei to lead the nation following his father’s death, even as a widening war with the U.S. and Israel devastates its military and economic infrastructure. With civilian water and oil facilities now under fire and thousands of diplomats fleeing the region, the conflict has reached a point of no return, threatening to permanently reshape the Middle East.
A high-profile visit by President Droupadi Murmu to West Bengal has turned into a fierce political battle after she publicly criticized the state government for shifting a tribal conference to a remote venue. While PM Modi slammed the move as a deliberate insult to tribal culture, Mamata Banerjee dismissed the claims as BJP propaganda, sparking a national debate on constitutional decorum and state-centre relations.
In a surprise move, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has fast-tracked the first installment of the “Banglar Yuva Sathi” scheme, beginning direct bank transfers today, March 7, 2026. Originally set for April, the monthly ₹1,500 allowance for unemployed youth aged 21–40 aims to provide immediate financial relief for job seekers across the state
In a decisive address in Odisha, Home Minister Amit Shah declared that India will be free from Naxalism by March 31. Highlighting the combined efforts of paramilitary forces and the government’s resolve, Shah stated that the decade-old “Red Corridor” is finally being crushed, paving the way for peace and industrial growth in previously affected regions.
Indians face a sharp rise in cooking gas prices today as domestic LPG rates climb by ₹60 and commercial cylinders by ₹115. Amidst a widening conflict in the Middle East, the government has activated strategic oil waivers and production increases to ensure that, despite higher costs, the nation’s fuel supply remains steady and secure.
Nepal’s 2026 elections have delivered a shock to the political system, with the youth-backed Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) sweeping the polls. Early results show rapper-turned-mayor Balen Shah decisively leading against veteran KP Sharma Oli, marking a potential end to the old guard’s dominance and the beginning of a new chapter for the nation.
The Middle East has spiraled into a multi-front war following a week of unprecedented military escalation between the United States, Israel, and Iran. After a joint operation targeted Iran’s Supreme Leader, the conflict has expanded into direct confrontations, with Israeli jets pounding Tehran and Beirut while Iran launches retaliatory missile swarms at US bases in the UAE and Kuwait. With over 27,000 flights canceled and death tolls rising across Lebanon and Iran, the crisis has paralyzed global travel and pushed the region toward a total security collapse.
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose resigned on March 5, 2026, just weeks before the state’s Assembly elections. While Bose cited “sufficient time served” as his reason, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged the move resulted from central pressure. Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has been named to take over the post, sparking a fresh row over federal cooperation.
Following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Donald Trump has warned that a third wave of military attacks is coming for Iran. The President claimed that previous U.S.-Israeli strikes have already “knocked out” Iran’s navy, air force, and radar systems. As Iran and its allies begin to retaliate against U.S. bases and Israel, Trump defended the move, stating he acted to prevent Tehran from launching an assault first.