An Indian crew member has been killed, and 15 others evacuated after a US-owned oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Iraq. Indian authorities say they are in touch with survivors and are assisting with their return and welfare. 

An Indian crew member has been killed, and 15 others evacuated after a US-owned oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Iraq. Indian authorities say they are in touch with survivors and are assisting with their return and welfare.&nbsp;

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Indian man killed in attack on oil tanker off Iraq coast | Top News of March 12, 2026

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday afternoon around 1.30 pm. He was freed after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday afternoon around 1.30 pm. He was freed after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk released after 6 months under NSA

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk released after 6 months under NSA | Top News of March 14, 2026

The Supreme Court on Friday dealt with a plea seeking paid menstrual leave for women across workplaces. Instead of issuing any immediate order, the Court asked the Central Government to examine the suggestion and consider whether such a policy could be created.

The Supreme Court on Friday dealt with a plea seeking paid menstrual leave for women across workplaces. Instead of issuing any immediate order, the Court asked the Central Government to examine the suggestion and consider whether such a policy could be created.

Menstrual leave may affect job market for women: SC | Top News of March 13, 2026

Two Indians were killed and one is missing after merchant ships were attacked during the ongoing West Asia conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

The war began on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, escalating tensions across the region.

At least three ships were hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the number of vessels attacked since the conflict began to 14.

The Thai-flagged cargo vessel Mayuree Naree caught fire after being struck, leaving three crew members missing while others were evacuated to Oman.

Other vessels, including ONE Majesty and Star Gwyneth, were also hit but their crews were reported safe.

Two Indians were killed and one is missing after merchant ships were attacked during the ongoing West Asia conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
The war began on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, escalating tensions across the region.
At least three ships were hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the number of vessels attacked since the conflict began to 14.
The Thai-flagged cargo vessel Mayuree Naree caught fire after being struck, leaving three crew members missing while others were evacuated to Oman.
Other vessels, including ONE Majesty and Star Gwyneth, were also hit but their crews were reported safe.

Indian man killed in attack on oil tanker off Iraq coast | Top News of March 12, 2026

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