US strikes aimed at ending Iran's missile threat: Rubio

IANS | March 4, 2026 6:20 AM

Washington, March 4 (IANS) The United States launched strikes against Iran after President Donald Trump determined Tehran could not be allowed to shield its nuclear ambitions behind missiles and drones, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at the US Capitol, where he briefed members of Congress.

Over 1,700 targets struck in Iran, claims US

IANS | March 3, 2026 10:24 PM

Washington, March 3, (IANS) The United States has struck “over 1,700” targets across Iran in the first 72 hours of Operation Epic Fury, unleashing bombers, fighter jets and missile systems in one of the largest direct military actions in recent years, as the White House declared “America will win” and that “the terrorist Iranian regime will be defeated.”​

Pakistani terror outfits developing maritime capabilities: Report

IANS | March 3, 2026 9:10 PM

Washington, March 3 (IANS) The formation of a maritime wing by Pakistan-based terrorist organisation Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) reflects an evolving strategy towards naval operations that could significantly pose a serious maritime terror threat and complicate regional security in the subcontinent, a report said on Tuesday.

India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar: PM Modi  

IANS | March 3, 2026 7:32 PM

New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, conveying that India stands firmly in solidarity with Qatar and strongly condemns any violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.