Driving the news The White House says talks with Iran are alive, even as Tehran publicly denies direct negotiations and keeps up military pressure across the region. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “The United States has been engaged over the last three days in productive conversations,” while adding: “You’re beginning to see the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, left, exchanges a handshake with newly-appointed Vice Chairman of Niti Aayog Ashok Lahiri. (PMO via PTI Photo) The govt has reconstituted Niti Aayog, appointing Ashok Lahiri as the new vice-chairman and four new members in the biggest overhaul of the thinktank since it was set up in 2015.AIIMS Delhi director M…
Check out the companies making the biggest moves midday: Energy stocks – Shares fell sharply as oil prices sunk more than 12% after Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz for the duration of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. APA Corporation declined by more than 9%, while Valero Energy fell more than 8.5%. Occidental Petroleum…
Delhi Capitals’ Sahil Parakh gets bowled by Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Bhuvneshwar Kumar during their Indian Premier League 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi on Monday. (ANI) Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal reacted on social media after his team’s heavy loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in New Delhi on Monday.Josh Hazlewood took…
President Murmu serves food to a group of children (PTI photo) Murmu Hails Akshaya Patra Foundation’s 5 Billion Meals President Murmu serves food to a group of children (PTI photo) Murmu Hails Akshaya Patra Foundation’s 5 Billion Meals President Murmu serves food to a group of children (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: Ensuring good nutrition for…
TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains references to suicidal death. Reader’s discretion is advisedActor Frazer Hammill, who was best known for his roles in ‘Justice League’, ‘Emmerdale’, ‘The Heart Of Thomas Hardy’, and ‘Happy Valley’, passed away at the age of 41. His demise was earlier announced in January by his ‘Emmerdale’ co-star Amy Walsh. However,…
‘Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros’ is making waves at the box office, raking in an impressive ₹40.20 Cr domestically and a whopping ₹91.46 Cr globally within just six days. This coming-of-age comedy-drama has struck a chord with viewers, particularly in Kerala, showcasing a steady performance. ‘Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros’ is…
Mumbai: Of the three Asian Games medals ever secured by Indian paddlers, two have a doubles stamp on it. Doubles remains Indian table tennis’ best bet to leave a mark at bigger events. Going into this year’s Asian Games, younger contenders have emerged to follow the path set by Sharath Kamal-Manika Batra (2018) and Sutirtha…
India’s Sanju Samson (AP Photo/Bikas Das) Sanju Samson has been crowned the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March following his extraordinary performances during the knockout stages of the 2026 T20 World Cup. The honour marks the first time Samson has received the award, capping off a remarkable campaign that ended with India lifting…
Trade speculation around Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies has taken a new turn (Image via Getty Images) As the Toronto Maple Leafs were listening to trade offers for young forward Matthew Knies during the trade deadline, which prompted fans to keep wondering if the Leafs are going to trade Knies as part of a bigger…
