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Trade, energy and tourism in focus as India and Azerbaijan aim to reset relations in key Baku talks

The visit comes amid efforts to restore political confidence and expand cooperation in key sectors, even as the two sides acknowledged differences on certain issues.

Peaky Blinders’ two new series update: 10-year time jump and Jamie Bell as Duke Shelby

Actor Jamie Bell has joined the world of Peaky Blinders, and he will be playing the role of Tommy Shelby's (Cillian Murphy) bastard son, Duke. In Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, Barry Keoghan played the character.

Shattered in Iran?: The combat record of the US F‑15E fighter jet
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Reports of an F-15E Strike Eagle downed over Iran highlight the vulnerability of non-stealth jets against modern air defences. Despite the F-15 family's 104-0 aerial record, the $31 million ground-attack variant remains susceptible to SAM strikes.

Houthis Launch Missiles at Israel in Coordination With Iran, Group Warns Closure of Red Sea Strait

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a third missile attack targeting Israel, raising alarms across the Middle East. The group has also issued warnings to Gulf nations, signaling a potential widening of the conflict. The escalation comes amid already heightened tensions in the region, with fears that more countries could be drawn into the crisis. Defense systems have reportedly been activated as nations prepare for further threats.

Iran Holds All the Cards | Trump Has No Easy Exit  | Iran's Fire Burns Israel, US Bases, Gulf

The United States and Israel launched the most intense air campaign since World War Two. More than thirty days later, Iran is still firing missiles, still blocking the world's most critical oil route. New intelligence US suggests nearly half of Iran's missile launchers remain intact and thousands of drones are still in its arsenal. Trump says the war ends in weeks, no deal needed. But Gulf states are furious, the global economy is reeling, and Tehran may have just secured the most powerful position it has ever held. Here is what is really happening, and why this war may have handed Iran exactly what it wanted.

Trump appoints Vance as ‘Fraud Czar’

The US president accused Democratic-ruled states of abetting taxpayer and other forms of fraud, while confirming that raids had already begun in Los Angeles.

‘Capture US pilot alive, get reward,’ says Iranian media after Tehran claims it downed F-15E

State-affiliated Iranian channels have claimed that the US fighter pilot ejected from their aircraft over southwestern Iran after it was shot down, which is the first known loss of a jet inside Iran since the start of the war.

Hezbollah Strikes Israel's Tanks With Anti-Armour Missiles, Hybrid Warfare Takes Shape

Hezbollah has escalated its campaign against Israel, deploying anti-armour missiles alongside guerrilla-style tactics. Reports suggest a shift toward hybrid warfare, combining drones, rockets, and precision strikes on armored units. The evolving battlefield highlights increasing sophistication, raising concerns about prolonged conflict and the growing intensity along the Lebanon-Israel front.

What do fighter jet pilots go through during an emergency ejection?
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Emergency ejections subject pilots to 20 Gs of crushing force and 600 mph windblast. Using solid-propellant rockets and automated parachutes, systems like the Martin-Baker Mk16 violently launch aviators from failing jets in just two seconds.

Not Arsenal, Real Madrid but THIS team could be become earliest league winners in Europe

At the time of writing on Friday (April 3), PSV have 68 points from 28 matches and can reach a maximum of 86 points if they win all their matches. However, their equation of winning the title is simple if PSV beat Utrecht on Saturday, coupled with a draw or a defeat for Feyenoord.

The technology behind F-15E ejection systems and pilot survival
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The F-15E Strike Eagle uses the ACES II ejection seat to save pilots during catastrophic failures. Experiencing up to 20 Gs, crews are blasted clear of the jet in an automated sequence that deploys parachutes and GPS beacons in mere seconds.

US-Iran War: US Military Begins Targeting Civilian Infrastructure in Iran

Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, Donald Trump has delivered mixed messages on whether the United States is seeking a way out of the conflict or escalating threats against Iran. In recent addresses, Trump has both suggested a possible withdrawal within weeks and warned of intensified strikes that could send Iran “back to the Stone Age,” without offering a clear exit strategy.

Iran War: US Intel Says Iran Maintains Significant Missile Stockpile: Report

The conflict shows no signs of slowing as Iran continues retaliatory strikes while US intelligence reports suggest its missile arsenal remains largely intact. The findings challenge claims that Iran’s capabilities have been significantly weakened. With the war entering a prolonged phase, concerns are growing over sustained escalation and wider regional fallout.

How F-15E ejection seats save pilots in life-threatening situations
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The F-15E Strike Eagle uses the ACES II ejection seat to save pilots during catastrophic failures. Experiencing up to 20 Gs, crews are blasted clear of the jet in an automated sequence that deploys parachutes and GPS beacons in mere seconds.

Why does the US consider the F-15E one of the most reliable strike fighters?
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Carrying up to 23,000 pounds of munitions at speeds of Mach 2.5, the US F-15E Strike Eagle remains a highly reliable dual-role fighter after over three decades of service.

IPL 2026 | 'Every home team is a challenge': MI coach Mahela Jayawardene ahead of DC clash

Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in a high-octane IPL 2026 clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday (Apr 4).

Rajpal Yadav opens up about jail life: 'Have to stay very disciplined'

It all started in 2010 when Rajpal Yadav took a loan of Rs 5 crore from a Delhi-based industrialist to fulfil his directorial dreams. However, when his film flopped, this landed him in financial distress and that's how his case began.

'Cat and Mouse': Why F-15E fighter jet remains vulnerable to Iranian air defenses
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We examine the intricate technological vulnerabilities of the non-stealth F-15E Strike Eagle against Iran's heavily fortified, multi-layered air defense networks, including the formidable Russian S-300 and the highly lethal indigenous Bavar-373.

US hasn’t even started! Trump warns Iran says ‘bridges, power plants next’ — What do the Geneva Conventions say?
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The 1949 Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols establish the legal framework for humanitarian conduct in armed conflict.