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The US president accused Iran of blocking shipping through the vital waterway and extorting tolls, stating that America will never be extorted.

Jos Buttler became only the fifth batter to hit the 14,000-run landmark in T20 cricket. He achieved this feat against Lucknow in Tuesday's league match in IPL 2026.

Pakistan’s Usman Tariq hits back at Ravichandran Ashwin after the Indian star backed Daryl Mitchell’s decision to pull away mid-delivery in PSL 2026. From "unsporting conduct" to 5-run penalty threats, get the full breakdown of this heated exchange over Tariq's controversial bowling pauses.

This hardline stance follows a fragile period of a limited ceasefire that was due to expire at the end of Sunday. While President Zelensky initially proposed the truce and Vladimir Putin later ordered it as a "humanitarian" gesture, it was marred by immediate reports of violations.

Kashgar, a historic hub along the ancient Silk Road, act as an important link between China and South and Central Asia. It is also the starting point of the USD 60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which runs through PoK and has drawn objections from India.

Asha Bhosle’s passing left a void in Indian music, but her legendary partnership with OP Nayyar remains unforgettable. The iconic collaboration transformed Hindi film music by introducing a bold and rhythmic sound.

Former US Vice-President Kamala Harris said in an interview that she may run for President again. "I am not done," Harris said. "I have lived my entire career as a life of service and it's in my bones."

BIMSTEC Secretary General Indra Mani Pandey revealed plans for a meeting of health ministers, hosted by Sri Lanka, and a meeting of home ministers, hosted by India, in 2026. This is the first such home ministers’ meeting under BIMSTEC.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirms an investigation into Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder’s mobile phone use during the RR vs RCB match. Amid a PMOA protocol breach and criticism from Lalit Modi, will the IPL Governing Council take action? Read the latest on the IPL 2026 controversy.

Experts from both sides (US and Iran) are working to find common ground, while a Pakistani mediator is attempting to narrow the differences and bring the positions closer together.

One of the most sensitive targets was Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude export terminal, where US-linked strikes hit radar and military sites around the facility, raising fears that disabling the island could effectively cripple Iran’s economy overnight.

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle died at the age of 92 on Sunday. She has lent her voice to thousands of songs in multiple languages. Here are some of the iconic hits that still rule fans' hearts.

Bangladesh's High Commissioner to India, M. Riaz Hamidullah, said Dhaka’s constraints and needs were conveyed and added that the Indian side was very understanding. Bangladesh has been seeking increased fuel supplies from India to address any domestic shortages amid the West Asia war.

The voter lists contain 45.81 crore names, which accounts for a 10.2 per cent reduction. Based on the EC's data, a total of 66,88,636 deceased voters were removed from electoral rolls, mostly from Uttar Pradesh, as many as 25.47 lakh.

In capacity building, Mauritius became the first country outside India to launch a dedicated gateway to New Delhi’s iGOT Karmayogi programme, which trains civil servants.

Veteran singer Asha Bhosle has left behind a legacy of music which is still played today in every house. Her legendary collaborations with OP Nayyar and RD Burman have shaped her career in the music industry. Let's take a look at the tracks created with the iconic composers.

The fragile Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia has quickly unraveled, with Kyiv accusing Moscow of over 470 ceasefire violations. Ukrainian officials say Russia launched dozens of airstrikes and dropped hundreds of aerial bombs, while Moscow claims Ukrainian drone attacks injured civilians in the Kursk region. The breakdown highlights the deep mistrust between both sides, raising concerns over further escalation in the ongoing conflict.

Mumbai Indians will take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday (Apr 12).

The last of the living legends of Indian cinema, Asha Bhosle, is dead. The iconic singer, whose career spanned over eight decades, and whose songs inspired generations, could easily be called the ‘Chameleon of Indian Music.’ Her music transcended age and borders.