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“It’s a funny situation.” Former chief selector K Srikkanth and R Ashwin urge Hardik Pandya to ‘voluntarily’ hand the MI captaincy to Suryakumar Yadav ahead of IPL 2026.

Iran denied any talks with Donald Trump after he claimed “constructive conversations,” calling it misinformation aimed at influencing markets, while IRGC-linked outlets reiterated no direct or indirect contact occurred.

LaGuardia airport plane crash: Air Canada flight collides with fire truck, two pilots killed, dozens injured in runway disaster. What we know so far

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) look to have one of the strongest squads going into the 19th season of the Indian Premier League. Here's who all made it to their final 25 for IPL 2026.

ED has sent notices to Indians who bought Dubai property using credit cards. Here’s what FEMA and RBI rules say and how buyers can regularise transactions.

The F-35, known as the 'Panther', is America’s most advanced stealth fighter. Acting as a flying command centre, it features radar-evading tech, sensor fusion, and electronic warfare capabilities to secure absolute global air superiority.

Imprisoned former Pakistan PM Imran Khan has accused the country's judiciary of being "sellouts" and "puppets," alleging judges received "privileges" to deliver biased verdicts against him. Khan claims his ongoing legal cases are politically motivated, specifically targeting judges for enabling "fascism" and the destruction of democratic institutions.

President Donald Trump has extended his deadline on the Strait of Hormuz, postponing planned strikes on Iranian power plants. The decision comes amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region, with Iran issuing warnings. Analysts say this pause may temporarily reduce immediate risks to shipping and global energy markets

Iran has warned it could close the Strait of Hormuz if attacked, as global tensions soar amid the ongoing conflict with the U.S. and Israel. Tehran has also launched missiles, including some carrying cluster warheads, raising serious regional security and energy concerns. Here’s what this escalation means for the Middle East and beyond.

Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. could “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if Tehran does not reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. The threat marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing US-Iran conflict, as the vital shipping route handles roughly one-fifth of global oil supplies.

US Navy EA-18G Growler jets from the USS Abraham Lincoln use advanced electronic warfare pods to jam Iranian radar. These aircraft protect the carrier strike group and secure the Strait of Hormuz.

While India marches towards its Viksit Bharat Mission to become a fully developed nation by 2047, it is making impressive progress on its energy goals. The country aims to build 500 gigawatts of power capacity from non-fossil sources such as solar and wind by 2030.

The UAE employs a multi-layered air defence network, including THAAD, Patriot PAC-3, and Cheongung-II systems, to intercept unprecedented aerial attacks. This integrated shield has successfully neutralised 352 ballistic missiles and 1,789 drones.

The PSL 2026 is scheduled to begin on March 26, with 44 matches planned in Lahore and Karachi; however, the opening ceremony has been cancelled.

Amid the 2026 energy crisis and Strait of Hormuz blockade, the Indian government moves to secure fuel for migrants by allocating 5kg Free Trade LPG cylinders.

Iran war: NATO talked about securing the Strait of Hormuz with a coalition of nations, while quietly withdrawing its troops from Iraq. A calculated strategy of risk management? NATO's differing signalling is part of coalition diplomacy and strategic ambiguity amid an ever-changing war

Pakistan has canceled its Republic Day parade due to an escalating oil crisis and energy shortages. Authorities cite fuel constraints and rising costs as key reasons. The decision underscores the impact of the global energy crunch on national events, public celebrations, and state-level planning across the country.

US forces neutralised Iran's fortified coastal missile bases using 5,000-pound bunker-buster bombs. The precision strikes destroyed underground facilities and radar networks, eliminating the primary threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Hera Pheri 3 is currently in court due to a legal dispute over the franchise’s copyright ownership. Vijay Kumar, who leads Seven Arts International, has recently opened up about the controversy.