After a month-long war and depleted infrastructure, economic strains can multiply for Iran following Unites States’ decision to blockade its ports at the Strait of Hormuz after the talks between both the sides faltered in Pakistan last weekend.The blockade could cost Iran up to $435 million or Rs 4,081 crore a day in economic damage,…
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held a telephonic converstaion with his counterpart Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar. Sharing the details of the conversation, Jaishankar said that the talks “covered different aspects of the West Asia situation.”This is a developing story. Details to follow… Source link
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a parliamentary majority for his Liberal government after a decisive performance in Monday’s by-elections, according to projections by CBC News and other major Canadian media outlets. The outcome comes amid heightened global tensions, with Carney positioning himself as a leading critic of US President Donald Trump and his…
Trump has warned that any ship in international waters that had paid transit fees to Iran could be intercepted. (AI image) The Donald Trump administration has implemented a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Iran ceasefire even as peace talks have failed. What does this blockade of the crucial Strait of Hormuz by…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Sunil Narine (ANI Photo) Kolkata Knight Riders’ start to the season has been far from ideal. Still chasing their first victory, they have just a single point to show for their efforts, earned from a rain-hit clash against Punjab Kings. For a side with three IPL titles to its name, the early…
Harika Dronavalli qualifies for FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship (Special arrangements) NEW DELHI: Indian women’s chess today tells two very different stories. In Cyprus, Vaishali Rameshbabu and Divya Deshmukh are locked in a fierce battle at the Women’s Candidates, chasing the right to challenge the reigning World Champion. Meanwhile, thousands of kilometres away, another Indian…
The University of Delhi has issued a formal notification inviting registrations for a four-week Skill Enhancement Programme aimed at strengthening its senior administrative machinery. The last date to apply has been fixed as April 30, 2026. The training programme will be conducted from May 4 to May 29 in a hybrid format, combining physical sessions…
Shakti Mohan once had a memorable fan moment with her longtime crush Hrithik Roshan on Dance Plus. Overwhelmed, she went down on her knees and confessed “I love you.” Hrithik responded warmly, praising her talent. Later, Shakti recalled her deep admiration since childhood, calling the encounter one of the happiest and most unforgettable days of…
A major probe into alleged sexual harassment at a Nashik TCS BPO unit has led to nine FIRs and multiple arrests, including a senior HR official. PUNE/NASHIK: A major investigation into alleged sexual harassment and coercion at a TCS BPO unit in Nashik has resulted in nine FIRs and multiple arrests, including a senior HR…
Polling will be held in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, and the results of the assembly polls will be announced on May 4. KOLKATA: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday announced that a total of 2,926 candidates are in the fray for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections,…