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April 5, 2026 10:12 AM

Trump weighs broader cabinet shake-up as Iran war pressure grows

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering a broader cabinet shake-up in the wake of Attorney General Pam Bondi's removal this week, as he grows increasingly frustrated with the political fallout from the war with Iran, five people familiar with internal White House discussions said. Any potential reshuffling could serve as a reset for the White House as it confronts a politically challenging stretch: The five-week-old war has driven up gas prices, dragged down Trump's approval ratings and inte...

April 4, 2026 3:57 PM

India steps up fuel supply, maritime safety measures amid West Asia crisis

The Centre has intensified efforts to ensure uninterrupted fuel supply, safeguard maritime operations, and assist Indian nationals abroad amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, particularly following disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas said there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG across the country and urged citizens to avoid panic buying and rely only on verified information. Fuel Supply Remains Stable The Ministry sa...

April 4, 2026 1:40 PM

Trump administration can’t make colleges provide race-related data, judge rules

The Trump administration cannot force public universities in 17 U.S. states to turn over sweeping amounts of data so it can examine whether they have ceased considering race as an admissions factor, a federal judge ruled on Friday. U.S. District Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV in Boston issued a preliminary injunction at the request of those states' Democratic attorneys general, who are suing over a new data reporting requirement the Department of Education adopted in a survey used to gather informat...

April 4, 2026 12:28 PM

Debris from aerial interceptions reported in Dubai

Two minor incidents were reported in Dubai early Saturday after debris from aerial interceptions struck building facades; no injuries were reported. Officials said debris fell on the facade of the Oracle building in Dubai Internet City. Emergency teams responded and confirmed the situation was contained, reporting no injuries or fire. Authorities described the incident as minor. In a separate incident, debris from another aerial interception struck a building in the Dubai Marina area. Authoriti...

April 4, 2026 12:22 PM

Iran claims success in downing US aircrafts

The West Asia conflict escalated sharply on Saturday as fresh Iranian attacks and air defence interceptions were reported across the Gulf, with civilian areas in several locations affected by falling debris. Missile and drone exchanges intensified across multiple fronts. In Israel, Iranian missiles triggered fires at an industrial site in southern Beersheba and damaged a residential building near Rosh Haayin. Sirens sounded nationwide as air defence systems intercepted incoming projectiles. In L...

April 4, 2026 10:46 AM

Govt assures adequate fuel supply, urges public to avoid panic buying amid West Asia tensions

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia and disruptions such as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the Centre on Friday reassured citizens about the availability of fuel and LPG, urging them not to engage in panic buying or fall prey to rumours. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), after reviewing the situation with States and Union Territories, said that adequate stocks of petrol, diesel and LPG are being maintained across the country. Authorities emphasized that retail outlets a...

April 4, 2026 10:25 AM

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran’s streets to project control in wartime

After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior officials walking openly in the streets among small crowds who have gathered in support of the Islamic Republic. In recent days, Iran's president and foreign minister have separately mixed with groups of several hundred people in central Tehran. On Tuesday, state television aired footage of the two posing for selfies, talking to members of ...

April 4, 2026 10:10 AM

One killed, four injured after fires at Habshan gas facility following interception debris

One person was killed and four others injured after two fires broke out at the Habshan gas facilities following falling debris from a successful air defence interception. The incident occurred amid heightened regional tensions, with air defence systems intercepting incoming projectiles earlier. Falling debris from the interception triggered two separate fires at the Habshan gas complex, prompting an immediate emergency response. During the evacuation of the facility, one Egyptian national died, ...

April 4, 2026 9:57 AM

Kuwait power and desalination plant hit in Iranian attack

A power and water desalination plant in Kuwait was targeted in an Iranian attack on Friday, resulting in material damage to parts of the facility. The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Engineer Fatima Abbas Jawhar Hayat, confirmed the incident, stating that technical and emergency teams were immediately deployed under approved response plans. She added that efforts are underway in full coordination with security and relevant authorities to secure...

April 4, 2026 9:53 AM

Missile interceptions, facility fires and injuries signal escalating Gulf tensions amid regional spillover

Operations at ADNOC’s Habshan gas facilities in Abu Dhabi were suspended after debris from an intercepted aerial threat sparked a fire at the site, as tensions continued to spill into GCC countries. Abu Dhabi authorities said emergency teams quickly contained the blaze and no injuries were initially reported. In a separate interception, debris also fell in the Ajban area. Later, authorities reported that 12 people were injured in Ajban, including five Indian nationals and six Nepali nationals,...