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The Israeli security cabinet secretly approved the legalization of over 30 new settler outposts and farms in the occupied West Bank last month, according to three Israeli sources familiar with the decision.

A Pakistan-brokered two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is under strain as Tehran issues new demands, including war reparations and U.S. military withdrawal. The truce, agreed on condition that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, is critical for global energy flows but remains fragile amid regional tensions. China’s diplomatic role and potential strategic gains add another layer of complexity to the crisis.

JD Vance departed for Pakistan to engage in high-stakes peace talks with Iran, expressing cautious optimism ahead of negotiations. He stated the team expects a positive outcome if Iran approaches discussions in good faith and with openness. However, Vance wared that any attempt to mislead or stall would be firmly rejected by the U.S. delegation. Emphasizing clear directives from the President, he noted the negotiating team is prepared, disciplined, and focused on securing meaningful progress while protecting American interests.

Iran marks the 40th day of mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as nationwide rallies conclude the official Arba’een period. Tensions remain high as Tehran conditions its participation in the Islamabad peace talks on a permanent ceasefire in Lebanon.

Stefano Gabbana, co-founder of Italian luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana, stepped down as chairman last January, according to a company filing with the local chamber of commerce.

The Strait of Hormuz has become the epicentre of rising US-Iran tensions, with Donald Trump accusing Tehran of obstructing global oil shipments. Meanwhile, Mojtaba Khamenei has declared a “new stage” in managing the vital waterway, tightening Iran’s grip. With hundreds of ships stalled and oil markets rattled, the standoff is testing a fragile ceasefire and raising fears of wider escalation.

Lebanon is once again under intense fire as Israeli airstrikes continue despite a declared ceasefire. Massive explosions have rocked multiple areas, with thick smoke covering the skyline. Reports say over 250 people have been killed, as Lebanon accuses Israel of violating international law. The situation is rapidly escalating, raising fears that the fragile truce may collapse completely, pushing the region closer to a wider and more dangerous conflict.

Against this volatile backdrop, Tehran's parliament speaker has set out two clear preconditions, signalling that negotiations cannot proceed without tangible prior steps.

While Thursday night belonged to another Rajasthan-born player, it is Kartik who is also amongst the news since he was picked by CSK in the auctions. He opened up on his journey and spoke on how it was while rising through the ranks, making it all the way to the IPL stage.

Russia has announced a 32-hour Easter ceasefire in its war with Ukraine, calling it a humanitarian gesture. Vladimir Putin said Russian forces would halt operations in all directions, while expecting Ukraine to follow suit. The move comes after repeated ceasefire appeals from Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Moscow has warned troops to stay alert for any “provocations,” keeping tensions high despite the temporary pause.

Though the US-Iran talks have raised hopes of the crucial waterway’s reopening, it may take time for energy supplies to normalise. Oil prices have dropped but are still significantly higher. Besides oil, the Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage for fertiliser, aluminium, and helium.

The BAFTA board has reportedly revealed the outcome of the independent review into the N-word controversy. In addition, they have implemented a three-step plan to avoid such incidents.

JD Vance departed for Pakistan to engage in high-stakes peace talks with Iran, expressing cautious optimism ahead of negotiations. He stated the team expects a positive outcome if Iran approaches discussions in good faith and with openness. However, Vance wared that any attempt to mislead or stall would be firmly rejected by the U.S. delegation. Emphasizing clear directives from the President, he noted the negotiating team is prepared, disciplined, and focused on securing meaningful progress while protecting American interests.

The 'Islamabad Talks' are being held in a highly uncertain environment, with both sides growing increasingly suspicious of each other. Key aspects of the ceasefire remain contested, including a halt to Israel's bombing campaign in Lebanon.

Mumbai’s fishing industry is feeling the heat of the Iran war as soaring fuel prices make daily operations unaffordable. Boats are staying docked, catches are falling, and livelihoods are under pressure. Diesel costs have surged sharply, turning fishing trips into loss-making ventures.

S Jaishankar is in Mauritius, holding key meetings with the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister as part of India’s growing outreach in the Indian Ocean region. His visit coincides with the 9th Indian Ocean Conference, where regional cooperation and maritime security are in focus. The trip underlines India’s push to strengthen partnerships and expand its strategic footprint in the region.

The late Queen Elizabeth II believed the monarch had to be seen to be believed. And she made sure that was true even when Britain's famously changeable weather intervened, pioneering the use of a clear plastic raincoat so that a stodgy black umbrella didn't obscure her from public view.

The child, identified as Kaela, addresses her letter directly to NASA, writing, “Dear NASA…Please make Pluto a planet again. I really want it to be a planet again.”

There are some disturbing meanings in the tattoos of the US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Let's take a look at what these symbols denote and why they are controversial to be adorned by a statesman of the 21st century