The TOI correspondent from Washington: In a conflict already defined by unpredictable volatility, US President Donald Trump has declared that he is “permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz… for China and the World,” days after imposing a naval blockade to punish Iran and throwing the world economy into a tizzy. Trump’s announcement came in one…
Divya Deshmukh (Photo by Yoav Nis) NEW DELHI: If R Praggnanandhaa’s opening-round victory over Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri at the Candidates was a manifesto of his aggressive DNA, Round 3 was a flashy reminder of the game’s flattering nature.On a day that began with high hopes for the Indian contingent at the Cap St…
Bayern’s Harry Kane (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi) Harry Kane starred for Bayern Munich with a brilliant hat trick in a 3-0 win over VfB Stuttgart in the final of the German Cup, also known as DFB Pokal. The victory helped Bayern complete a domestic double after already winning the Bundesliga title earlier this season.The match was…
NEW DELHI: Fans were eagerly awaiting the mouth-watering IPL 2026 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. Apart from the high-profile contest, the spotlight was also on the much-anticipated face-off between batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, known for their long-standing friendship.When the teams took the field, players from…
Mitchell Starc (Video grab) NEW DELHI: There is finally some good news for Delhi Capitals ahead of their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Rajasthan Royals — and it revolves around the much-anticipated return of Mitchell Starc.Delhi’s bowling coach Munaf Patel confirmed that the left-arm quick is available for selection after recovering from injury, though stopped…
CBSE faces backlash after answer sheet portal crashes during crucial re-evaluation process NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India’s largest school examination body responsible for conducting board exams for lakhs of students every year, is facing mounting criticism over its handling of the Class XII answer sheet access process after its online…
Melania at White House; Donald Trump and Melania with Epstein (File photo) The TOI correspondent from Washington: It was just another tormenting Thursday in the capital of absurdity that is Washington DC these days. In a single 24-hour news cycle, the US first lady held a surprise news conference to swear she barely knew the…
Magnus Carlsen vs D Gukesh (Photo by Michal Walusza/Norway Chess) NEW DELHI: Indian chess star D Gukesh received a flood of birthday wishes from some of the biggest names in chess during the ongoing Norway Chess 2026 tournament, but it was Magnus Carlsen’s playful message that grabbed the internet’s attention. In a video shared by…
There’s a new update on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s upcoming wedding. After fans marked June 13 on their calendars as the date for the big fat American wedding, it now seems like there’s a change of plans. As per the latest reports, Taylor and Travis will reportedly tie the knot a month later. Taylor…
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Congress-led UDF returned to office in Kerala after a decade as six-term MLA VD Satheesan took oath as CM before a roaring crowd at Thiruvananthapuram’s Central Stadium Monday and signalled a sharp political reset through a string of welfare measures, administrative changes and a fresh probe into a politically sensitive assault case linked to…