JERUSALEM/WASHINGTON: Israel’s attack on an Iranian gas field on Wednesday was coordinated with the US but was unlikely to be repeated, three Israeli officials said Wednesday, despite President Donald Trump saying he did not know about it in advance. The attack on Iran’s South Pars gas field followed Iranian air strikes on energy infrastructure in Qatar and across the Middle East, marking the largest escalation in the US-Israeli war on Iran.On Wednesday night, Trump said in a social media post that Washington “knew nothing about this particular attack”. Three Israeli officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss private discussions, said Thursday that Israel was not surprised by Trump’s comments. He described the situation as similar to what happened several weeks ago after Israel attacked a fuel depot in Iran. After those attacks, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said that “in that particular case they were not our attacks”.Trump said on Thursday that he has asked his ally, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, not to further attack gas fields in Iran. “I told him, don’t do it, and he won’t do it,” Trump told reporters at the White House. “We have a very good relationship. It’s coordinated, but sometimes he does things that the United States opposes,” Trump said.In a social media post on Wednesday, Trump said Israel had “violently attacked,” attacking a “relatively small portion” of the territory. Qatar also accused Israel of attacking South Pars. “The United States knew nothing about this particular attack, and the country of Qatar was not involved in any way, shape, or form, nor did it have any idea that it was about to occur,” Trump wrote. He accused Iran of retaliating “unfairly and wrongly” against Qatar’s liquefied natural gas facilities. Iran uses most of its natural gas domestically, but Qatar is the world’s third-largest exporter of liquefied natural gas. The South Pars is part of a larger reservoir that is shared between Qatar and Iran.In his post, Trump vowed that there would be “no further attacks by Israel” on South Pars unless Iran attacks Qatar’s energy facilities. If that happened, he said, the US would “massively blow up” the oil field. Trump said, “I do not want to authorize this level of violence and destruction because it will have a long-term impact on Iran’s future, but if Qatar’s LNG is attacked again, I would not hesitate to do so.”Since the Israeli attack on South Pars, Iranian attacks have caused extensive damage to the world’s largest gas plant in Qatar, targeted a refinery in Saudi Arabia and forced the United Arab Emirates to close gas facilities.Following Iran’s attacks, Gulf Arab countries sought clarification from the Trump administration, with one country contacting US Central Command, a regional source familiar with the matter said.The Pentagon’s Middle East (West Asia) command told the country it was not informed in advance about the Israeli attack, the source said. The person spoke on condition of anonymity and declined to name the country involved.That country then contacted Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, who said that although the attack was not a joint US-Israeli operation, Washington was informed about it ahead of time, the source said. Israel has not publicly accepted responsibility for the attack.The US and Israel have repeatedly tried to highlight their close coordination in their joint air strikes on Iran, but officials from both sides have acknowledged that their objectives were not the same. On Thursday, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said at a House Intelligence Committee hearing that while Israel has focused on “disabling the Iranian leadership”, the United States has focused on destroying Iran’s ballistic missile program and its navy. agencies

New Delhi: Defense Minister -Rajnath Singh Thursday stressed the urgent need to create a drone production ecosystem in the country to ensure strategic autonomy, enhance defense preparedness and make the country self-reliant in the field in view of the current geopolitical uncertainties.“India must work in mission mode to emerge as a global hub of indigenous drone manufacturing in the next few years,” Rajnath said during the inaugural session of the National Defense Industry Conclave here.He said the ongoing conflicts ranging from Russia-Ukraine to tensions between Iran and Israel are proof that drone and counter-drone technologies will play an important role in future warfare and ‘self-reliance’ in drone manufacturing is essential not only at the product level, but also at the component level.“From the drone mold to its software, engines and batteries, everything must be manufactured in India. This is no easy task. In most countries where drones are manufactured, a significant number of critical components are currently imported from China,” he said.Rajnath said building the defense industrial ecosystem of any country depends on the contribution of large industries, MSMEs, startups and innovators, but it is also driven by a clear policy of the government to meet the specific defense needs of the country. While he called for active contribution from the private sector, he extended full support to the government to transform India into a global hub for indigenous drone manufacturing.The Minister described iDEX (Innovation for Defense Excellence) and ADITI (Accelerating Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) as game-changer initiatives through which start-ups, innovators and MSMEs are provided the opportunity to develop novel solutions to meet the specific requirements of the Defense Forces.He said that “As of February 2026, 676 startups, MSMEs and individual innovators have joined the defense innovation ecosystem since the inception of iDEX in 2018. Overall, 548 contracts have been signed; and 566 challenges have been launched.” Of these, 58 prototypes have been approved for procurement, worth approximately Rs 3,853 crore, he said.Rajnath said, “Additionally, 45 procurement contracts worth approximately Rs 2,326 crore have already been signed. These figures demonstrate that innovation is gradually translating into tangible products and technologies, and the role played by our startups and MSMEs in this transformation is becoming increasingly strong.”

As Eid As Ul Fitr is around the corner and millions of people in the UAE are preparing for the celebration, there is an urgent question floating around among workers: Can your employer ask you to work in a public place Holiday And if so, what are your rights? The short answer is yes, you may be asked to do work but not without compensation.This year, Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated across the UAE on March 20. With increased economic activity during Eid, retail rush, demand for hospitality and essential services running at full capacity, thousands of workers may find themselves at work, but under UAE labor law, this comes with strict protections and clear rights.

The UAE rule is simple: compensation for work must be paid on Eid al Fitr 2026

Under UAE labor law, public holidays such as Eid Al Fitr are fully paid days off for employees. However, if an employer expects an employee to work on such a day, the law provides two clear options:

This means that it is not illegal to work on Eid but it is illegal to work without compensation.

What the extra payment for Eid al Fitr 2026 actually looks like in the UAE

The compensation structure is straightforward but often misunderstood. If you work on Eid, you are entitled to:

Alternatively, your employer may offer a day off in lieu, which must be paid in at a later date. This dual-option system allows businesses to operate during peak periods and ensures that employees are fairly rewarded.

Can your employer force you to work on Eid al Fitr 2026 in UAE?

This is where many employees get confused. Employers may require employees to work on public holidays, especially in areas such as:

However, this is only valid if the compensation rules are followed. In simple words, you may not be able to directly refuse work but your employer cannot refuse you work. legal rights. You cannot be asked to work without fair compensation.

What if you are not compensated for your work for Eid Al Fitr 2026 in UAE?

This is where legal protection becomes important. If an employee works on Eid and does not receive additional pay or a compensatory day off, they have the right to take action. Recommended steps include:

This legal backing is what makes UAE labor protections relatively strong in the region. Eid is not just a religious festival, it is also a peak economic period. Across the UAE, malls are packed, restaurants are experiencing record footfalls, travel and transportation are up and delivery services are on the rise. This means that businesses often require full operational capacity, even during public holidays.As a result, many employees, especially in customer-facing roles, are more likely to be asked to work during Eid than at other times of the year.

Gap between law and awareness on Eid Al Fitr 2026 in UAE

Despite clear legal provisions, many workers are unaware of their rights. Common misconceptions include:

It is this gap between law and awareness that such interpreters are trending every Eid-ul-Fitr season. Eid work regulations fall under the UAE’s Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, which regulates private sector employment. Key provisions include:

This law is designed to balance business continuity, employee welfare and economic productivity. To understand how this works, consider some common situations in which a retail employee working on Eid al Fitr 2026 should receive either extra pay or a day off afterward. Office workers asked to work remotely on public holidays still count as working. Not paying any compensation to the employee is a violation and is grounds for a complaint.Eid ul Fitr is around the corner and employees want clarity now. Extra pay can significantly increase earnings, especially for low-income workers. Many workers are only now learning about their rights. Discussions about “working on Eid” have increased on social media, which has further aggravated the issue.

Eid al Fitr is one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, it is a time of prayer, family and celebration but for many workers, especially migrants, it is also a working day. The law recognizes this reality by ensuring that those working during Eid are fairly compensated while preserving both economic activity and worker dignity.

What should UAE workers do now?

With clarity in the rules, employees are advised to:

Being informed is the first step toward ensuring fair treatment. Working during Eid is legal in the UAE but only under strict conditions. Public holidays are paid, compensation for work is required and employees have legal recourse. At its core, the law sends a clear message that celebrating Eid al Fitr may be optional for some workers but fair compensation is not.

उत्तर प्रदेश के बुलंदशहर जिले से एक चौंकाने वाला मामला सामने आया है, जिससे पूरे इलाके में चर्चा छिड़ गई है. यहां एक पति ने अपनी पत्नी को उसके प्रेमी के साथ जाने की इजाजत दे दी. उन्होंने तथाकथित ‘ब्लू ड्रम’ के डर से यह फैसला लिया. मामला कोतवाली देहात क्षेत्र के दौलतगढ़ गांव का बताया जा रहा है, जहां इस घटना के बाद लोग तरह-तरह की बातें कर रहे हैं.

शादी के बाद विवाद शुरू हो गया
जानकारी के मुताबिक, राजकुमार नाम के शख्स की कुछ साल पहले शादी हुई थी और उसका एक बच्चा भी है. शादी के कुछ समय बाद ही पति-पत्नी के बीच विवाद शुरू हो गया। आरोप है कि पत्नी अक्सर झगड़ा करती थी और गुस्से में मायके चली जाती थी। इस दौरान पति को यह भी पता चला कि उसकी पत्नी का गांव के ही एक युवक से प्रेम प्रसंग चल रहा है, जिससे विवाद और बढ़ गया.

सोशल मीडिया पोस्ट से बढ़ा डर
मामला तब और गंभीर हो गया जब पत्नी ने फेसबुक पर एक पोस्ट किया, जिसमें ‘नीले ड्रम’ की कहानी का जिक्र किया गया. इस पोस्ट के बाद पति के मन में डर बैठ गया और वह खुद को असुरक्षित महसूस करने लगा. डर के कारण उसने पुलिस से भी शिकायत की।

पुलिस एवं मध्यस्थता सेल की भूमिका
यह मामला पुलिस के माध्यम से महिला सेल और मध्यस्थता सेल तक पहुंच गया। यहां दोनों पक्षों को समझाने और समझौता कराने का काफी प्रयास किया गया। लेकिन सुनवाई के दौरान पत्नी अपने प्रेमी के साथ जाने पर अड़ी रही और अपने फैसले से पीछे नहीं हटी.

पति ने लिया बड़ा फैसला
काफी विचार विमर्श और समझाने के बाद पति राजकुमार ने एक अप्रत्याशित निर्णय लिया. उसने पत्नी को उसके प्रेमी के साथ जाने की इजाजत दे दी. पति ने कहा कि इस फैसले से उसकी जिंदगी सुरक्षित रहेगी और परिवार में शांति रहेगी.

एक पारस्परिक रूप से सहमत समझौता
मध्यस्थता सेल की मौजूदगी में दोनों पक्षों के बीच आपसी समझौता हो गया. पुलिस अधिकारियों के अनुसार, हालांकि दोनों पक्ष अलग होने पर सहमत हो गए, लेकिन मामले में कोई कानूनी कार्रवाई नहीं की गई। फिलहाल यह घटना पूरे इलाके में चर्चा का विषय बनी हुई है और लोग इसे लेकर तरह-तरह की प्रतिक्रियाएं दे रहे हैं.

New Delhi: lockie ferguson He will miss the initial part of IPL 2026 as he has chosen to spend time with his family after recently becoming a father. The fast bowler, who plays for Punjab Kings, is expected to join the team at the end of the tournament after taking a short break from cricket.Ferguson explained his decision. “Just having a little son, trying to spend as much time as possible at home and helping my wife,” he said ahead of the third T20I against New Zealand, as quoted by ESPN Cricinfo. “After this I’ll have a few weeks off, before moving on to the next stages of IPL And go away for the winter.”

He had earlier taken only a brief break during the T20 World Cup 2026 and spent a few days with his family before returning to play. Now he wants a long rest to balance personal life and cricket. Ferguson said he still enjoys representing the New Zealand national cricket team, saying, “It’s always a pleasure playing for the Black Caps, really enjoyed my time in India again with the group.” In his absence, Punjab Kings may turn to players like Ben Dwarshuis along with other pace options in their team.

New Zealand’s commitment and future goals

Ferguson made it clear that he is not walking away from international cricket. “They thought it was my last game (laughs). No, I’m still committed to playing for New Zealand,” he said.Looking to the future, his focus is on the upcoming global tournaments and he said, “Looking at the next two World Cups, it’s a great opportunity for our team.” He also mentioned working hard to stay fit and contribute to the team.On the development of cricket, Ferguson supported the idea of ​​a franchise T20 league in New Zealand, saying “I think it’s exciting that a franchise tournament has the potential,” and highlighted the country’s talent and ability to showcase its cricket on the big stage.