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…
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…
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…
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…
Justin Bieber’s Coachella set should’ve been a big, triumphant return, but as soon as he took the stage, the internet blew up with mixed reactions. Diplo, who’s worked with Bieber before, didn’t waste any time jumping in to back him up, and the way he sees it, people totally missed the point.For those who missed…
BENGALURU: A majority of Nvidia’s 10,000 India-based employees have received CEO Jensen Huang’s one-time special stock grant, with payouts ranging from over Rs 5 lakh to as much as Rs 1 crore over the grant period, according to data from US-based salary tracker 6figr. The “Jensen Special Grant,” rolled out in 2024, is a one-time…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, was dismissed for a golden duck as Rajasthan Royals lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 57 runs on Monday, with debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain making an impact.The teen prodigy has been the flavour of this season in the T20 tournament with two 15-ball fifties including in the previous match and key…
Veteran actor Sachin Pilgaonkar pens an emotional tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, recalling his first meeting with her as a child and their deep personal bond over the years. Calling her his “second mother,” he celebrates her vibrant spirit, cherishing their memories while emphasizing that her life and legacy should always be remembered and…
In court, China Evergrande Group faced accusations including illegal fundraising through public deposits, fraud, corporate bribery. (AP file photo of Evergrande complex) Hui Ka Yan, the founder of heavily indebted property giant China Evergrande has admitted guilt to multiple offences. These include unlawfully taking public deposits, fraud, and corporate bribery, according to a statement released…
Chennai Super Kings will aim to carry forward the momentum from their first win of the season when they face Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League on Tuesday. KKR are yet to win a match this season.CSK registered their first victory after an all-round effort against Delhi Capitals. Sanju Samson scored 115 off…
