Times of India

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna shared heartwarming glimpses from their Mehendi and Pradhanam ceremonies, expressing a wish for more time together. The couple looked radiant in elegant traditional attire, with Rashmika stunning in an embellished earthy-toned outfit and Vijay in royal robes. Fans were treated to a behind-the-scenes look at their joyous pre-wedding celebrations, filled with laughter and family.

Amidst the Iran war's focus on oil, a critical vulnerability, water, has been overlooked. Gulf nations heavily depend on desalination plants, now facing damage from missile and drone strikes. The article highlights the potential for a severe water crisis, with international law prohibiting attacks on such vital infrastructure.

The United States has informed its European partners that any additional easing of sanctions on Russian crude would largely be confined to shipments destined for India.

Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off captaining India to the T20 World Cup title, expressed his elation and reflected on the team's winning streak. He aims to build on this momentum, targeting Olympic gold in 2028 and further ICC trophies, while acknowledging the honor of being compared to legendary captains like Dhoni and Rohit.

Jauan Jennings faces an uncertain future with the San Francisco 49ers after Tampa Bay Buccaneers legendary wide receiver Mike Evans was brought in. Jennings is a Tennessee native. He is now a coveted free agent. The Tennessee Titans are considered a strong possibility for him. He could provide veteran leadership for second-year quarterback Cam Ward on the gridiron. Jennings has accumulated significant yards and touchdowns during his time with the Niners.

Trump said that the Iran war was going to "end soon", without providing any specific timeline. He also warned Tehran that if they tried "anything cute", the US would end the nation. He called the Iran war a "short term excursion." During a CBS interview, he said that the war was "very complete" and warned Iran against doing "anything cute".

The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly exploring trade options with the Pittsburgh Steelers as they search for help at linebacker. After missing several free agent targets, Dallas is considering a deal for a two-time Pro Bowl defender entering the final year of his contract to strengthen its defense.

Iran's security official warned President Trump to be careful after the US leader threatened harsher retaliation for any Strait of Hormuz disruption. Tehran continues regional attacks, with missile and drone strikes hitting Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Iran's parliament speaker indicated no ceasefire is sought, emphasizing retaliation against aggressors. Global oil prices have surged due to the conflict.

India pacer Arshdeep Singh has been fined 15% of his match fee and received one demerit point for aggressively throwing the ball at Daryl Mitchell during the T20 World Cup final. This action breached ICC Code of Conduct Article 2.9, relating to inappropriate or dangerous ball throwing. Arshdeep accepted the sanction, marking his first offense within a 24-month period.

Indian Army troops thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Jhangar sector on Tuesday. Acting on intelligence, alert soldiers engaged two terrorists, successfully eliminating one Pakistan-sponsored infiltrator and preventing any breach of the LoC. A search operation is underway for the second terrorist.

Google has appointed Amin Vahdat as Chief Technologist for AI infrastructure, signaling a significant investment in data centers and hardware. The company plans to spend up to $185 billion on AI-related capital expenditures this year, with a focus on redesigning infrastructure for modular, repeatable designs.

The Union Cabinet has approved declaring Madurai airport an international airport, a move aimed at boosting global connectivity to the temple city. This decision is expected to enhance air connectivity, strengthen Madurai's role as an educational and healthcare hub, and attract international pilgrims and businesses, supporting regional trade and economic activity.

India slipped to 25th in the 2026 Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI), highlighting gender imbalance in the sport. Despite strong performances by elite women players, female participation in youth championships remains low, and many girls drop out early. Experts say social pressures, financial hurdles and lack of structured support limit opportunities, stressing the need for better grassroots development and long-term systems to promote women’s chess.

Actor Randeep Hooda and wife Lin Laishram welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on March 10. Hooda shared the joyous news, expressing gratitude to his wife and father. The couple had announced their pregnancy in November last year, sharing their excitement for their 'little wild one'.

On Day 11 of the US-Iran war, President Trump claims devastating military losses and a swift end, while Iran signals prolonged resistance. This conflict is evolving into a test of endurance, with Iran aiming to outlast Washington and Israel through attrition and disruption, while Trump faces domestic pressure from rising oil prices and potential midterm backlash.

Candace Owens sparked online debate after appearing to shift focus away from her controversial series about Erika Kirk. A viral social media post claimed the series was sidelined as audience interest declined. Owens instead promoted a new episode discussing geopolitical issues, leaving followers questioning whether the Erika Kirk storyline has ended or simply paused.