What is Navroz? All about the Persian New Year and the 7 Haft-Seen traditions

Navroz, also called Nowruz, is one of the oldest festivals in the world, commemorating the Persian New Year, marking the beginning of spring. The celebrations of this ancient festival have been going on for over 3,000 years, marking the arrival of spring, which occurs on the equinox of the season, i.e., on March 20 or 21, when the days are equal to nights in the Northern Hemisphere. Read the full story here.

Auto rickshaw in London traffic leaves Indians amused and nostalgic

A short video showing an Indian auto rickshaw on a London road has gone viral, drawing reactions from social media users who found the moment both surprising and familiar. The clip, shared by Instagram user Jay Dholakiya, captures the three-wheeler moving alongside regular cars on a city street. WATCH here.

Rising divide: Iran's strikes deepen Shia-Sunni rift in Middle East

The ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel has entered a new phase, with Tehran reportedly launching more than 3,000 projectiles towards Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries over the past three weeks. The escalation has not only widened the conflict zone but also deepened divisions within the region, particularly along the Shia-Sunni axis. Read the full story here.

Iran oil sanctions eased: Why is US allowing supply amid crude price surge?

The US is considering an unusual step in the midst of its conflict with Iran – relaxing sanctions on some of the country's oil stockpiles as it tries to manage the big jump in energy prices around the world. Three weeks into the conflict, the US government says it has not seen any significant impact from its usual measures to stabilise the market. As oil supplies dwindle and prices rise, the Trump administration is now looking at measures it might not have otherwise considered. Read the full story here.

Meghan Markle 'blaming everyone but herself' amid Netflix struggles

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's partnership with Netflix is once again drawing attention, with fresh reports suggesting possible tensions behind the scenes. The couple signed a multi-million dollar deal with the streaming platform in 2020, aiming to produce a range of original content through their banner, Archewell Productions. Read the full story here.

Meningitis outbreak in UK raises questions over vaping, here’s what we know so far

A cluster of meningitis cases in the United Kingdom has prompted concern among health authorities, with 29 infections reported so far, many of them linked to Kent. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said it has recorded 18 confirmed and 11 probable cases. Of the confirmed infections, 13 are meningitis B. All affected individuals have required hospital treatment. Read the full story here.

‘Winding down’: Trump eyes Iran war de-escalation as gas field strikes rattle global markets

US President Donald Trump has indicated that military operations against Iran may soon be scaled down, suggesting that key objectives are close to being achieved. His remarks come amid rising tensions following a series of retaliatory strikes between Iran, the US and Israel since February 28. Read the full story here.

Iran fires ballistic missiles towards Diego Garcia after US strikes

Iran fired two ballistic missiles towards the Chagos Islands on Friday, in what appears to be a response to fresh US military activity from the UK-US base at Diego Garcia, according to reports. US officials cited by The Wall Street Journal said the missiles were launched hours after British Prime Minister Keir Starmer allowed the United States to use the joint military facility to target Iranian missile sites. Read the full story here.