US planning to use Indian territory to launch attacks on Iran? MEA steps in to fact check viral claim
The Ministry of External Affairs issued a sharp “fake news alert” after a viral social media post claimed that the United States had sought India’s permission to use its territory for military operations against Iran. The clarification was shared through the MEA’s official fact check handle on X.
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3 players who can replace Akash Deep in KKR squad for IPL 2026
Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Akash Deep has been ruled out of IPL 2026, owing to a stress reaction in the lower back. He is expected to recover in 8-12 weeks, effectively ruling him out of the IPL and also from the one-off Test against Afghanistan in June. His injury is a huge blow to the three-time champions, who will also miss Harshit Rana for the entire season, while Matheesha Pathirana is set to join mid-April, missing at least the first three matches.
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‘Cowards, paper tiger’: Trump blasts NATO over lack of support in war against Iran
Irked by NATO allies over the lack of support for his appeal to send military to remove Iran’s hold of the Strait of Hormuz amid West Asia conflict, Donald Trump on Friday lashed out at the countries, calling them “cowards”.
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Dhurandhar 2, Ustaad Bhagat Singh Box Office Day 2: Ranveer’s film hits Rs 200 cr, Pawan Kalyan’s film slows
The Indian box office is currently witnessing tough competition between two films i.e., Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge and Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh. For the unversed, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar Part 2 had paid previews on March 18, 2026, from which it earned Rs 43 crore. Both films, representing Bollywood vs South cinema, had a massive box office clash on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
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Laxman Sivaramakrishnan announces retirement from BCCI commentary, accuses board of racism
Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has announced his decision to retire from commentary assignments with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He has served for over two decades, spanning international, domestic and franchise cricket. The 60-year-old shared his decision on social media, sparking widespread discussion as the Chennai-born has accused racism behind his decision to retire.
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‘Deception by Zionist enemy’: Mojtaba Khamenei accuses Israel for strikes on Turkey, Oman, denies Iran’s role
Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Friday said that the attacks that were conducted against Türkiye and Oman were not conducted by the Islamic Republic, as he alleged that there were carried out by Israel in a bid to create divisions between Tehran and its neigbhours. Mojtaba, who became the Supreme Leader after his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed last month, made the remarks in his message for Eid and Nowruz.
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Deepika Padukone spotted at sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s Mumbai show; video goes viral
Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone was recently spotted attending sitarist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s live performance in Mumbai. A video from the event has gone viral on social media, drawing attention from fans online.
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OPINION | War enters dangerous phase: Ceasefire, talks only way out
As the Gulf war entered its third week, Israeli planes bombarded Tehran on Friday, while Iran attacked the UAE and Kuwait with missiles and drones. The war has now entered a dangerous phase, with both sides targeting oil and gas installations.
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‘Banglar jonno didir 10 protigya’: Mamata Banerjee releases TMC’s manifesto for Bengal polls
‘Banglar jonno didir 10 protigya’: Mamata Banerjee releases TMC’s manifesto for Bengal polls
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Indian national killed in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh as conflict continues to rage on in Gulf
The Centre on Friday confirmed that an Indian national was killed in Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh earlier this week, as conflict continues to escalate in the Middle East. The government said it remains in touch with local authorities and the kin of the deceased to ensure the early return of his mortal remains to India.
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