Evening news wrap: Khamenei’s funeral postponed, BLA executes 7 Pakistan soldiers & more | India News
- Tensions rose in Iran as Khamenei’s funeral was postponed, while Israel threatened his successor and an attack on an Iranian naval boat left 101 missing.
Gulf airspace closed Iran creates travel chaos as conflict escalates.- MS Dhoni fined Rs 1000 after caught overspeeding in Ranchi
- The BLA demanded the execution of seven Pakistani soldiers after a failed prisoner exchange bid
- Tension prevails in Kashmir as schools and colleges remain closed despite protests against Khamenei’s assassination.
Here are the top 5 stories of the day
Tensions in Iran DEEP: Khamenei’s funeral delayed, Israel warns successor, 101 missing at sea
Tensions around Iran intensified as state media reported that a farewell ceremony for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had been postponed. Meanwhile, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that any future Iranian leader would be “aimed at elimination”.Additionally, 101 people were reported missing after a submarine attack on an Iranian ship near Sri Lanka. Follow the live updates
‘Such a scary time’: How stranded passengers in Dubai used cabs, cash and footpaths to escape Iran crisis
Thousands of people were stranded in Dubai and across the Gulf hub due to a missile exchange linked to the conflict with Iran, as regional airspace was closed. With flights grounded, travelers have improvised — hiring taxis, crossing borders and paying thousands for last-minute tickets. Amidst the explosions overhead and nearby, many described the jolt of departure as chaotic and deeply unsettling. Read the full story
MS Dhoni fined Rs 1000 after breaking traffic rules
Former Indian men’s cricket team captain MS Dhoni was fined Rs 1000 for overspeeding in Ranchi after his car was caught breaking traffic rules near his home. The city’s automated traffic monitoring system recorded the vehicle exceeding the speed limit and an e-challan was issued under Section 183. Motor Vehicle Act. Read the full story
‘Committed war crimes’: BLA says it executed 7 Pakistani soldiers captured during Operation Herof II
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed to have executed seven Pakistani military personnel captured during “Operation Herof II” last month. The BLA captured 17 soldiers on February 14, releasing 10 of them because they were ethnic Baloch. The group suggested a prisoner exchange with Islamabad in exchange for the remaining prisoners. Read the full story
In Kashmir to protest Ayatollah Khamenei’s assassination: schools closed, meta media blocked pages
The Jammu and Kashmir government has extended the closure of schools and colleges across the Valley till Saturday, following massive protests over the past two days against the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. At the same time, Meta blocked the accounts of several newspapers in the Valley, drawing condemnation from political parties. Read the full story
