Shilpi Marwaha performs her play 'A Woman Alone' at DU's Shivaji College

Explosions rocked Abu Dhabi as Iranian drones targeted urban centres and critical infrastructure, sending sirens wailing across the city. In Dubai, panic erupted when a drone crashed and exploded near a hotel, scattering debris and injuring civilians. Air defence systems intercepted multiple drones and missiles, while flights were diverted and emergency teams raced to secure streets and hospitals. The UAE government urged residents to stay indoors and follow alerts. Observers warn these attacks mark a dangerous escalation, threatening civilians and commercial hubs, as regional tensions spiral and defensive operations intensify.