The United Nations Security Council is now expected to vote next week on a Bahrain‑sponsored resolution aimed at protecting commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz, diplomats said Friday. The meeting was initially set for Friday, then shifted to Saturday, and has now been postponed again with no new date announced, underscoring the…
Hardik Pandya of India (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) New Delhi: Hardik Pandya didn’t turn up for either of the two afternoon practice sessions of Mumbai Indians ahead of their Saturday match against Delhi Capitals. Understandably, the Mumbai Indians captain doesn’t want to push his injury-prone body during the gruelling two-month IPL schedule. Hardik, however,…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Devdutt Padikkal (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Devdutt Padikkal is no longer just the elegant timer of the ball; he’s evolving into a complete T20 force. Fresh off a blistering 61 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Padikkal, in an exclusive interview to TOI, opened up on the mental reset behind his…
In the heart of Bangalore’s prestigious Ideal Homes neighborhood, actress Aindrita Ray has created a serene sanctuary filled with light and warmth. Her home shines with spacious rooms, highlighted by a captivating beige brick accent wall in the living room, complemented by a verdant balcony overflowing with lush greenery. Actress Aindrita Ray is a prominent…
NEW DELHI: Unity among the four biggest opposition parties could prove enough to torpedo the government’s bold move to get Parliament to reconvene on April 16 to receive legislative nod for rolling out women’s reservation in 2029. But robust cross-party support for the idea, reflected in an almost consensus favouring the original law in 2023,…
A quiet policy shift in Rotherham has turned into one of the most talked-about examples of low-cost environmental change. Back in 2013, the town decided to stop mowing large stretches of roadside grass and instead replace them with wildflowers. What followed was unexpected. Maintenance costs dropped significantly, wildlife returned in noticeable numbers and the once-plain…
Legend Saravanan’s new action film ‘Leader’ has debuted with a decent box office opening, collecting Rs 75 lakhs on its first day. Despite facing initial trolling with his previous film, Saravanan aims to establish himself as a commercial hero. Early reviews highlight an engaging screenplay and mass entertainer elements, with the second half particularly praised…
Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri and Yuvraj Singh NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has opened up about the confusion he faced towards the end of his career, saying he never got clear communication from the team management about his future. Despite being a key player for years, he felt left in the dark during…
NEW DELHI: In a big boost for India’s “second-strike capability”, the country’s third indigenously developed nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, INS Aridhaman, was commissioned into the Navy on Friday, an official source confirmed to TOI.The commissioning of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), part of the classified Advanced Technology Vessel project, was not announced. However, sources…
Shiloh Jolie made jaws drop online as she made her music video debut in a teaser of K-Pop singer Dayoung’s upcoming music video ‘What’s A Girl To Do’.Shiloh makes K-Pop music video debutShiloh, who has been making waves as a professional dancer, featured in the teaser released ahead of the music video launch on April…