‘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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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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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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When will Matheesha Pathirana join KKR squad for IPL 2026? Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirms

Matheesha Pathirana is set to miss the opening matches of IPL 2026, with Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar confirming the update during a press conference. He revealed that the franchise has been in touch with Sri Lanka Cricket, who indicated that the 23-year-old pacer is expected to regain full fitness by mid-April and will join the KKR squad thereafter.

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Amaan, Ayaan Ali Bangash on growing up as Amjad Ali Khan’s sons: ‘We never felt…’ | Exclusive

For sarod players Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, music was never just a profession. It has always been something deeper, more personal. A way of living, almost instinctive. And somewhere along that journey, it began to merge with something else they care about just as much, nature. It did not start as a big idea or a planned project. In fact, as Amaan puts it, it began quite simply. Amaan and Ayaan, sons of legendary sarod player Amjad Ali Khan, spoke exclusively to India TV about winning a Grammy, growing up with a superstar father and their seven-track musical odyssey offering a sophisticated exploration of India’s premier tiger habitats.

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