Mumbai: Iran’s Supreme Religious Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, passed away on February 28, 2026, during the United States–Iran conflict. Following his death, a range of reactions emerged across the world. In India, certain sections of the Shia community in several states also observed mourning. Meanwhile, a statement by Farhana Bhatt, the runner-up of the reality show Bigg Boss 19, has sparked intense debate on social media.
