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WATCH || Prime Minister @narendramodi meets trustees of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts to discuss ways to further promote India’s diverse culture.

WATCH || Anutin Charnvirakul has been reelected prime minister of #Thailand, marking a return to power after nearly two decades and signaling greater political stability.

WATCH || India marks the start of #Chaitra Navratri, a nine-day festival of Goddess Durga. Day one honors Maa Shailputri. Devotees offer prayers, and the day also begins the #HinduNewYear, Vikram Samvat 2083. #Hindunavvarsh2026 #HinduNutanVarsh #Vikramotsav2026

WATCH🔴youtu.be/gPIeplsLjG8 DD India #NewsHour || Headlines 🟠PM Modi discusses West Asia crisis with leaders of France, Oman, Jordan, and Malaysia 🟠EU pushes US trade deal amid divisions; Hungary blocks Ukraine loan 🟠Thailand's parliament re-elects Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister 🟠Iran football chief confirms #FIFAWorldCup participation but says boycott of US will continue

In Havana, the sound of clanging pots and pans echoed through the streets as frustrated Cubans voiced their anger over prolonged blackouts. Protests are rare in the Caribbean nation, but the strain of fuel shortages has pushed residents to the edge. The government managed a brief respite by reconnecting the power grid and restarting its largest oil-fired plant, yet the crisis persists, made worse by U.S. sanctions and the suspension of vital oil shipments from Venezuela and Mexico Watch #TheEconomicBrief 🔗 youtu.be/XRjRXNJatlg @markplynn #Cuba #CubaPowerCrisis #CubaCrisis #FuelShortage

India's Prime Minister @narendramodi speaks with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar.

WATCH || Devotees celebrate #Chaitra Navratri in Nepal, visiting Shakti temples on the first day. In the Kathmandu Valley, Guheshwari Temple and Dakshinkali Temple see heavy crowds. During the Vatsaleshwari Jatra, devotees pull a chariot carrying the goddess, dancing and singing to traditional music. @PBSC_Kathmandu

An Iranian missile strike hits Israel’s Oil Refineries (ORL.TA) in Haifa but causes no significant damage, the Energy Ministry says. Energy Minister Eli Cohen adds that power is briefly disrupted, with electricity quickly restored to most affected areas. #IranWar‌

A cross-border drone strike from Sudan killed 17 people, including funeral mourners, in Chad’s border town of Tine on Wednesday. Chadian govt confirmed the attack, and the president warned of retaliation if such strikes continue.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reassured lawmakers that despite disruptions in West Asia and rising energy costs, India’s trade momentum remains intact. Goods exports held steady in February, while services exports continued their upward climb underscoring the strength of India’s diversified economy. Global institutions too are optimistic about India's economic resilience Watch #TheEconomicBrief 🔗 youtu.be/Te6ZYOBvBQg @markplynn #IndianEconomy #IranWar #WestAsiaConflict

Sri Lanka is navigating one of its toughest energy challenges in recent years. With fuel supplies tight and foreign reserves under strain, the government has rolled out a series of austerity measures aimed at keeping the country moving. From QR‑code rationing at petrol stations to a shortened work week, officials say discipline and pragmatism are the keys to ensuring every litre counts. Watch #TheEconomicBrief 🔗 youtu.be/yFaxhTN2r-Y @markplynn #SriLanka #FuelShortage #OilCrisis #IranWar

Stakes in the West Asia conflict have escalated dramatically. Israel has struck Iran’s South Pars Gas Field, while Iran retaliated with an attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facility two of the world’s most critical energy hubs. Analysts warn that sustained damage to these facilities could disrupt global fuel supplies long after the fighting ends. Annu Kaushik reports. Watch #TheEconomicBrief 🔗 youtu.be/W8P3RF8dFhk @annukaushik253 @markplynn #SouthPars #RasLaffan #IranWar #WestAsia

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WATCH🔴youtu.be/QroMWjfsIeE DD India Live || Headlines 🟢US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says no time frame for ending the war against Iran 🟢Israel's attack on Iran's South Pars gasfield threatens to escalate the conflict; Tehran wants stronger retaliation 🟢PM Modi speaks to Jordan, Oman, France, Malaysia leaders; urges de-escalation, dialogue in West Asia

WATCH || US–Israel–Iran conflict casts a shadow on global energy markets, with strikes on key gas facilities triggering threats and counter-threats. Oil prices surge near $110 a barrel, and the situation shows no signs of easing. Aarti Rana reports. #IranWar‌

WATCH || With two weeks to their opener against Japan in Thailand, India’s U20 women’s team returns to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup after 20 years, led by captain Shubhangi Singh. Training in Kolkata, the team to depart for Bangkok on March 20. Captain Shubhangi says focus is on tough group games and preparation through practice matches. @IndianFootball @narayansingh09

WATCH🔴youtu.be/Fp79wRKzCzc DD India Live || Headlines ➡️PM Modi speaks to leaders of Oman, France, Malaysia; stresses de-escalation, dialogue in West Asia conflict ➡️West Asia tensions rise as energy assets are targeted; global concerns grow ➡️EU’s Kaja Kallas seeks urgent support for Ukraine; Hungarian PM threatens to block any pro-Ukraine proposal

Met Trustees of IGNCA and discussed various aspects relating to further popularising India’s diverse culture. We also explored ways to bring more people into this journey, strengthen outreach through digital and grassroots initiatives and support artists and scholars in preserving and promoting our rich heritage. @ignca_delhi

WATCH || Israel says it will not send ground troops to Iran and clarifies that Thursday’s strike on South Pars gas field targeted only a gas processing unit, not the reservoir. The remarks are made by Israel’s ambassador to India, @ReuvenAzar, in an interview with DD India correspondent @akhileshsuman in Delhi. @IsraelinIndia @MIB_India @PIB_India

India's External Affairs Minister @DrSJaishankar meets UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashimy, in New Delhi on Thursday.