Two Indian workers were killed and ten others injured after a drone attack hit an industrial facility in Sohar, Oman. Authorities said the injured are receiving treatment. Indian officials are in touch with Omani authorities following the incident.

The Supreme Court of India rejected a petition seeking mandatory menstrual leave across workplaces. The bench said such a rule could discourage employers from hiring women and reinforce stereotypes, suggesting the matter is better addressed through government policy rather than judicial orders.

Donald Trump said Iran’s football team should avoid the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning it could endanger players due to rising Middle East tensions. Iran has already qualified, but the remark sparked debate over politics influencing international sports participation.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned it will prevent any oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz if linked to the U.S., Israel, or their allies. Officials say this could push crude prices toward $200 per barrel, as the waterway handles roughly one‑fifth of the world’s oil.

A suspected drone strike triggered a fire at oil storage tanks in Port of Salalah. Firefighters are working to control the blaze, officials said, while no injuries have been reported so far.

India, along with 30 UN member states, expressed serious concern over rising hostilities in Lebanon, condemning Hezbollah’s actions, urging a ceasefire, and emphasizing the safety of civilians and UN peacekeepers.

Monalisa Bhosle, known for her Kumbh Mela fame, married businessman Farman Khan in Kerala. She rejected “love jihad” claims, saying their marriage is based on love and mutual respect, drawing congratulations from fans across India.

Air India and its subsidiary will operate 58 flights to and from West Asia on March 12. The move aims to assist travelers amid ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting the region’s air travel.

The government told the Rajya Sabha that the Census of India 2027 will record household heads as male, female or transgender. The move aims to ensure better representation and more inclusive data collection in the upcoming national census.

McDonald’s India (North and East) has named Sara Arjun its brand ambassador. She recreates her popular childhood “boyfriend-girlfriend” advertisement in a new campaign promoting the ₹119 Buddy Meal.