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Encyclopaedia Britannica and its dictionary subsidiary Merriam-Webster have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in Manhattan federal court. The complaint alleges that OpenAI used nearly 100,000 Britannica articles and dictionary definitions to train ChatGPT without permission.

"It's a very different experience." Liam Livingstone eyes a blockbuster IPL 2026 with SRH after exposing a "fallen relationship" with England's coaching regime.

At the United Nations, the Islamic Republic vowed not to submit to "lawless aggression," and said its citizens were in "grave danger" from US and Israeli strikes.

Pakistan is experiencing a severe fuel crisis in March 2026, driven by Middle East conflict disrupting oil supplies, resulting in over 20% price hikes. Petrol prices exceeded PKR 320/litre, causing panic buying and shortages as the nation imports over 80% of its energy. The government has introduced austerity measures, including salary cuts and reduced official travel.

'Which side are you on?': Iran’s Ali Larijani calls on Muslim nations to stand with Tehran

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday (March 15, 2026) that NATO faces a "very bad" future if U.S. allies fail to help open the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil transport conduit effectively shut by Iran in the West Asia war.

CSK appoints James Foster as fielding coach for IPL 2026, while KKR decides against replacing injured stars Harshit Rana and Matheesha Pathirana. Get the latest details!

The Strait of Hormuz closure has triggered a global energy crisis. Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea pipeline, while helpful, cannot compensate for the massive volume loss, leaving Asian markets facing shortages.

Actor Sean Penn secures his third Academy Award, joining the elite circle of three-time Oscar winners. Celebrated for roles in Mystic River and Milk, Penn’s latest win highlights his enduring talent and cements his legacy as one of Hollywood’s most acclaimed actors in cinematic history.

Nathan Bennett, 30, was handed an extended sentence at Bristol Crown Court after being convicted of 21 offences, including rape and sexual penetration, against five boys aged between two and three.

The Israeli military says it destroyed an Iranian Air Force Boeing 747 linked to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport as part of a wider campaign targeting military and space facilities.

Since the war began, Gulf producers have already lost $15.1 billion in revenues, based on estimates that the choked supplies that cannot pass the Strait of Hormuz were worth $1.2 billion per day, based on average 2025 prices and volumes, according to Kpler.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall alert for Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, warning of possible flooding and landslides in affected regions. Residents are advised to take precautions, avoid low-lying areas, and monitor updates, as heavy rains are expected to continue over the next few days.

WATCH | Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu posts another video as online ‘death’ rumours continue

The West Asia conflict has caused major aviation disruptions, leading to the cancellation of 5,522 total flights. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu affirmed that passenger safety remains the priority.

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A total of 550 Indian nationals have crossed into Armenia through the land border, while 90 Indians travelled into Azerbaijan from Iran via land border, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed during an inter-ministerial briefing on recent developments in West Asia.

Shreya Ghoshal has recently reacted to Arijit Singh's decision to step away from playback singing. She also shared that the thought of taking a break has also crossed her mind. Read on to know more.

U.S. President Donald Trump says diplomatic talks with Cuba are underway and hinted that Washington may focus on Havana after addressing the conflict with Iran. Trump stated that while Cuba desires a deal, the U.S. will deal with Iran first before shifting attention to Cuba’s longstanding tensions and political crisis.