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UAE State Security dismantles network linked to Hezbollah, Iran; arrests members
Mar 20, 2026Abu Dhabi , March 20 (ANI/WAM): The UAE State Security Apparatus (SSA) has announced the dismantling of a terrorist network funded and operated by Lebanon's Hezbollah and Iran, and the arrest of its members.The network... -
CGI Shanghai’s sustained outreach since January 2026 deepens cooperation with local governments, key economic sectors and global partners
Mar 20, 2026Shanghai , March 20 (ANI): Since the beginning of 2026, the Consulate General of India in Shanghai, under the leadership of Consul General Shri Pratik Mathur, has carried out a wide-ranging and purposeful programme of engagements... -
“Targeting ships in international waterways unacceptable,” says India as IMO condemns attacks on vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Mar 20, 2026London , March 20 (ANI): Indian High Commissioner to UK Vikram Doraiswamy has underlined India's commitment to the safety of all seafarers, freedom of navigation, maritime security and securing trade and energy supply chains.Addressing the 36th... -
Royal Canadian Mounted Police commissioner says no threat to Canadians from agents of India’s government
Mar 20, 2026Ottawa , March 20 (ANI): Days after Canadian PM Mark Carney's India visit signified a complete thaw in Indo-Canadia relations, which had soured after former PM Justin Trudeau linking the killing of NIA designated terrorist Hardip... -
Yemeni forces warn of Red Sea strikes targetting warships if US joins Israel against Iran
Mar 20, 2026Sanaa , March 20 (ANI): The Houthis have issued a stern warning that they will target American ships and warships in the Red Sea if the United States participates in any attack alongside Israel against Iran.... -
US destroying Iranian mine-laying vessels to prevent chokehold on Hormuz Strait, say military officials
Mar 20, 2026Washington DC , March 20 (ANI): As the conflict in West Asia and the Gulf is in its third week, Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters at the Pentagon that... -
“Restraint is strength”: Shashi Tharoor backs India’s cautious stance on West Asia crisis
Mar 20, 2026New Delhi , March 20 (ANI): Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has described India's response to the ongoing West Asia crisis as an exercise in "responsible statecraft," stressing that restraint in such a volatile situation reflects strength... -
UN calls for de-escalation as global leaders react to Iranian strikes
Mar 20, 2026Brussels , March 20 (ANI): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning to both the United States and Israel, urging an immediate end to hostilities in the Middle East that he says are... -
Saudi Foreign Minister slams Iran on attacks in West Asia, Gulf; calls aggression violation of Islamic teachings
Mar 20, 2026Riyadh , March 20 (ANI): Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah on Friday slammed Iran for its aggression against the neighbours, calling the actions aimed at destablising the region and in violation... -
Iran claims ‘world’s first’ hit on US’ fifth-generation F-35 lightning 2; US officials confirm emergency landing
Mar 20, 2026Tehran , March 20 (ANI): Iran on Thursday claimed to have become the first nation in the world to strike an US F-35 Lightning 2, one of the most valuable US aircraft and the backbone of...
