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Trump's 48-hour ultimatum threatens to obliterate Iran's power plants over Hormuz closure. Tehran vows irreversible retaliation as missiles strike near Dimona nuclear site, wounding 100–200 and triggering mass casualty alerts.

US Central Command said that they were clear in their objectives of eliminating Iran's ability to project power against Americans and said, "U.S. forces remain centered on very clear military objectives in eliminating Iran's ability to project power against Americans, and against its neighbors."

Top Union ministers and BJP leaders hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he became the longest-serving head of a government in India, completing 8,931 days in office, calling it a reflection of his “nation-first” governance and decades of public service.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a ministerial meeting on Sunday to review petroleum, power and fertiliser supplies amid the West Asia conflict.

"The UAE air defence systems on 21st March 2026 engaged 3 ballistic missiles and 8 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 341 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,748 UAVs."

The Centre has asked gas distributors to prioritise PNG connections for commercial users and increased LPG allocation to states, as disruptions in global energy flows due to the West Asia conflict prompt measures to ensure stable fuel supply and prevent shortages across India.

Opposition MPs have moved notices in Parliament seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging “proved misbehaviour”, including acting under the “thumb of the executive” and enabling “mass disenfranchisement” through electoral roll revisions ahead of key Assembly elections.

Punjab opposition parties staged a rare joint protest demanding the arrest of former minister Laljit Singh Bhullar over the alleged abetment of a warehousing official’s suicide, with police detaining leaders and using water cannons to disperse demonstrators in Chandigarh.

Meanwhile, the panic booking of the LPG cylinders in India has seen a decline, as stated by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

Decapitation operations have eliminated dozens of senior military and political figures.

"Whereas, vide letter dated 6th December 2025, Ministry had introduced a temporary fare cap on domestic airfares with a view to contain abnormal surge in ticket prices arising out of large-scale flight disruptions of IndiGo, and with an objective to safeguard passenger interests and ensuring affordability during a period of constrained capacity," the Ministry of Civil Aviation stated.

Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, the district manager of the Punjab State Warehousing Corporation in Amritsar, allegedly took his own life by consuming a poisonous substance on Saturday.

The fall reflects diminished investor sentiment in precious metals, with traders concerned that sharply rising crude oil prices could lead to prolonged economic strain, reduced industrial and jewellery demand, and a potential free fall in gold and silver prices in the coming days.  

"Water sustains us and shapes our planet's future. On World Water Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to conserve every drop of water and use it responsibly. Today is also a day to appreciate those who engage in sustainable practices, promote awareness, and nurture a culture of conservation."

Russian attacks crippled Ukrainian energy infrastructure, coming a week after Kyiv targeted Russian energy facilities. Ukrainian officials reported recovering dozens of bodies from the rubble of a building hit in Russian drone strikes.