The United States on Saturday intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel after it tried to bypass the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.CENTCOM said the USS Spruance fired several rounds into the vessel’s engine room after repeated warnings were ignored, and later boarded it, placing it under US custody. President Donald Trump also claimed the vessel…
Defending her bastion of West Bengal for the fourth time to extend her term by another five years to 20 years was never meant to be easy for Mamata Banerjee. She was up against a formidable challenger, the Bharatiya Janata Party, its redoubtable election-winning organisation and bottomless resources and its star campaigner, Narendra Modi.For five…
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Bharat Electronics, and MTAR Technologies are the top stock recommendations by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk for this trading week starting April 20, 2026. The brokerage shares the target prices and rationale. Stock Name CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) MTAR Tech 4857 6000 24%…
Ashok Sharma of Gujarat Titans celebrates after taking a wicket (AP) Rampura (Jaipur): “Unki Thar nikal jaati hai, aapki bhi nikal jayegi (His car gets through, yours will too),” a young boy quips when asked about the location of India’s new pace sensation Ashok Sharma’s house.Ashok Sharma may be making a lot of noise with…
The trailer for Dhanush’s upcoming film ‘Kara’ has generated significant excitement, showcasing him as a mysterious bank robber. Directed by Vignesh Raja and featuring a strong supporting cast, the crime thriller promises intense action, gripping mystery, and a potential box office hit. The film’s stylish presentation and engaging storyline have fueled high expectations among fans….
HYDERABAD: A 32-year-old businessman was run over by a Mercedes on the Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge in the wee hours of Sunday. After the accident, the driver, who is yet to be identified, abandoned the car and fled from the spot. The car has a West Bengal registration number.Around 3.15am, Shyam Raj, a resident of…
Gold buying during one of the major festive occasions remained subdued on Sunday, as record-high prices discouraged jewellery purchases, outweighing a slight rise in investment-led demand. The festival of Akshaya Tritiya—considered the second most significant gold-buying occasion after Dhanteras—was marked across the country, with buying precious metals traditionally seen as a sign of prosperity. According…
Priyansh Arya and KL Rahul (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Star young batter Priyansh Arya seems to love clearing the ropes – and he does it against any bowling attack. During the IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants, Arya unleashed brutal hitting, smashing 93 off just 37 balls to power Punjab Kings to a…
As a traveller, when we think of important travel documents, a passport and a boarding pass are all that seem important. That’s all Indian travellers think they require. But recently, an Instagram reel left the travel world confused. An Instagram video by influencer Sarthak Ahuja (casarthakahuja) claimed that every Indian citizen should get an Income-Tax…
Oscar-winning actor Charlize Theron opened up like never before about the night her mother shot her father after he allegedly tried to kill them.In a recent interview with The New York Times, published on Saturday, the actress spoke candidly about the traumatic incident. Opening up about the reason behind telling her story, she said, “I…