Times of India

Batter Shreyas Iyer overcame a severe spleen injury that caused major weight loss, working hard to regain fitness and return to cricket. Now leading Punjab Kings, he is focused on winning the IPL 2026 title. Emphasising teamwork and bonding, Iyer and Arshdeep Singh remain confident about delivering a strong season.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' shattered box office records with a Rs 226.27 crore net collection in India within its first two days. Despite a slight dip on day two, the film's paid preview shows and strong opening day performance highlight its massive impact.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have retained a strong core of 17 players for IPL 2026, entering the season as titleholders for the first time. The predicted playing XI features a blend of established stars and new additions, with Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar (C) leading the charge.

In a shocking turn of events at the Shivamogga zoo, the dedicated young veterinarian Dr. Sameeksha Reddy met a tragic fate when a pregnant hippopotamus unexpectedly charged at her during a routine temperature check. The incident resulted in devastating injuries that ultimately claimed her life.

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi criticized U.S. messaging on the regional conflict, comparing it to discredited Vietnam War briefings. He cited discrepancies between U.S. claims of victory and events like an F-35 being downed and U.S. aircraft carriers repositioning, suggesting a detached-from-reality narrative.

Al-Falah University is undergoing a significant transformation as the government steps in following a scrutiny that unveiled substantial discrepancies in its operations. An experienced IAS officer has assumed the role of administrator to oversee financial management and operational governance, while a specialized team from JC Bose University will take charge of educational proceedings.

As IPL 2026 approaches, AB de Villiers reflected on his early impressions of Virat Kohli. Initially put off by Kohli’s cockiness, De Villiers realised it mirrored his own competitive drive. Over time, mutual respect grew, and a chance encounter during a Test match laid the foundation for their legendary RCB partnership, turning initial tension into one of cricket’s most iconic bromances.

'Husband Must Equally Share The Burden'

A federal jury found Elon Musk liable for defrauding Twitter investors in 2022 by disparaging the company to secure a lower purchase price. Jurors concluded Musk intentionally misled shareholders through two tweets, including one stating the deal was "temporarily on hold," but absolved him of a broader scheme to defraud.

Braden Clavicular Peters is facing claims that he asked people to sign contracts before joining his livestreams. Streamer VarisG said the situation felt forced and uncomfortable during a Miami meeting. Other clips and reports also raised similar concerns. Clavicular says these were normal NDAs, but the claims remain unproven and are still being debated online.

President Trump stated the U.S. is nearing its military objectives in the Middle East concerning Iran, aiming to degrade its missile capabilities and defense industry. He firmly rejected a ceasefire, asserting the U.S. is "obliterating the other side" and has "won." Trump also indicated other nations should guard the Strait of Hormuz.

An Indian merchant navy captain, Rakesh Ranjan Singh, died of a heart attack on March 18 after being stranded for 20 days in the Persian Gulf due to the Strait of Hormuz closure.

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star player and popular quarterback, and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, have inspired billions of fans with the love and commitment they have shown towards each other over the last decade that they have been together. While their marriage is perfect, Brittany Mahomes has spoken out about women who have tried to pursue the star player.

Delhi experienced winter-like conditions with rain and overcast skies, pushing the maximum temperature to 21.7°C, the lowest for March in six years. Air quality improved to satisfactory levels for the first time this year. This marks the wettest March in two years, with a significant drop from last week's high temperatures.