Times of India

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi unleashed a stunning 52 off 17 balls, including five sixes, to power Rajasthan Royals to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 opener. His blistering knock, the third-fastest IPL half-century, set up a dominant chase, marking RR's biggest win by balls remaining.

The San Diego Padres are eyeing Lucas Giolito for their 2026 baseball season rotation. With Yu Darvish's salary off the books, the team has funds to acquire a reliable pitcher. Giolito offers stability to a rotation needing depth. A potential two-year deal provides flexibility for both the Padres and Giolito.

Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', featuring Ranbir Kapoor, has received a 'U' rating from the CBFC for its teaser, 'Rama', set for release on April 2. This trailer-length clip, running 2 minutes and 38 seconds, follows earlier glimpses of the epic. The film, with a star-studded cast, is slated for a grand world reveal, promising a visually stunning presentation.

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A Russian photographer's viral photoshoot featuring a bright pink-painted elephant in Jaipur has sparked online criticism and ethical concerns. The photographer stated organic, locally-sourced paint was used and the elephant was cleaned promptly after the shoot. The concept aimed to reflect Rajasthan's vibrant culture and the animal's significance.

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi has been fined PKR 1 million by Lahore Qalandars for breaching hotel security protocols during the PSL. He and teammate Sikandar Raza reportedly hosted guests in Raza's room late at night, despite explicit refusal from authorities. The franchise acknowledged the incident, citing a misunderstanding.

In a shocking turn of events, a married officer from the Indian Navy in Visakhapatnam faces arrest for the brutal murder of a woman. Authorities allege he dismembered her body, hiding some parts in his residence and incinerating others. The victim's father refutes the man's assertions of financial motives, claiming the crime was an attempt to safeguard his professional reputation.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has achieved massive box office success, becoming his highest-grossing film ever. The spy thriller sequel surpassed its predecessor's records, earning over Rs 800 crore net in India and Rs 1300 crore gross worldwide. Despite a weekday dip, the film's strong performance continues to impress.

Despite Chennai Super Kings' dismal IPL 2026 opener, Jamie Overton delivered a record-breaking performance. Walking in at 82/8, Overton scored 43 off 36 balls, the highest score by a CSK batter at No. 8 or below, surpassing MS Dhoni's previous record. His defiant knock offered a rare highlight in a match dominated by Rajasthan Royals.

The Rajasthan High Court has made headlines by branding the state’s transgender reservation policy as nothing but a 'superficial mask'. This decision came with a mandate granting an additional 3% weight to transgender applicants in both education and employment.

Speaking at a press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the proposal was something Trump had been considering, though she stopped short of confirming any formal move. Earlier, Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, saying its energy infrastructure, including oil facilities and desalination plants, could face widespread destruction if Tehran does not move quickly toward a deal.

While all the four games in the women’s section were drawn for the second consecutive day, there was some drama in the Divya-Vaishali clash. Divya missed Qg4 on the 37th turn which would have made Vaishali rue her 34th knight-move that had tilted the computer evaluation from 0.15 to 2.47 in Divya’s favour. It was not clearly winning but it would have troubled Vaishali a lot.

Boston Celtics, on a three-game win streak, face the surging Atlanta Hawks in a crucial playoff seeding clash. Both teams grapple with key player injuries, making team depth and rotation pivotal. Boston's Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White are game-time decisions, while Atlanta monitors Dyson Daniels, Onyeka Okongwu, and Jonathan Kuminga.