Times of India

A diplomatic dispute has erupted between the US and Spain after the White House claimed Madrid agreed to cooperate with military operations against Iran. Spain's foreign minister categorically denied this, stating their position on base usage and the conflict remains unchanged. This follows Spain's earlier refusal to allow US forces to use its bases for strikes against Iran.

Iran's missile and drone attacks have significantly decreased, according to US military chief General Dan Caine. Despite this, Washington is expanding its offensive deeper into Iranian territory. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the US is winning, highlighting a submarine sinking an Iranian warship. The conflict has widened regionally, causing displacement and economic shockwaves.

Eight Class X students at a Nashik government hostel are facing charges under the Pocso Act for allegedly sexually assaulting younger students for months. The abuse came to light when victims informed the hostel superintendent, who then contacted parents.

New Zealand stormed into the T20 World Cup final, crushing South Africa by nine wickets. Opener Finn Allen smashed a record-breaking 33-ball century, leading a dominant chase of 170. Allen's explosive innings, supported by Tim Seifert's fifty, secured a comfortable victory with 7.1 overs to spare.

Finn Allen smashed a record 33-ball century — the fastest in T20 World Cup history — to lead New Zealand to a nine-wicket win over South Africa in the semi-final. Chasing 170, New Zealand finished in just 12.5 overs. Allen’s unbeaten 100 powered them into the final in dominant fashion.

Former England pacer Stuart Broad has issued a stark warning to England regarding Hardik Pandya ahead of their semifinal clash with India. Broad highlighted Pandya's ability to single-handedly change match momentum through his aggressive batting and crucial bowling. He emphasized that England must strategically target Pandya's batting order to neutralize his devastating finishing prowess.

Apple unveils its most budget-friendly laptop, the MacBook Neo, priced Rs 69,900. Featuring the powerful A18 Pro chip, a vibrant 13-inch display, and a sleek aluminum build, it promises impressive performance for everyday tasks and AI workloads. This eco-conscious device, running macOS Tahoe with Apple Intelligence, is available for pre-order now.

An Iranian warship, the IRIS Dena, was sunk in the Indian Ocean by a US submarine torpedo, resulting in at least 85 Iranian sailors killed. The Pentagon confirmed the strike as part of its campaign against Iran, with 32 sailors rescued and 148 still missing. Sri Lankan authorities recovered 87 bodies as search operations continue.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, previously skeptical of remote work, now sees AI as a potential game-changer, predicting it could shorten the work week to four days within decades. While acknowledging AI's capacity to boost productivity and improve work-life balance, Dimon also cautioned about potential job disruptions and urged proactive preparation for labor market shifts.

Amidst escalating Middle East tensions, Qatar is fully halting its crucial gas liquefaction operations on Wednesday. This significant move, driven by growing security concerns over regional conflict, will impact global energy markets. Restarting these facilities is expected to take at least two weeks to reach full capacity, according to sources.

ATP Tour has cancelled the Fujairah Challenger tournaments in the UAE after escalating Middle East tensions raised safety concerns. Players, officials and ball kids had earlier rushed for cover during a drone scare near the venue. The ATP also faced backlash for proposing a €5,000 charter flight for evacuation before reversing course and agreeing to cover players’ travel costs.

Ahead of India’s T20 World Cup semi-final against England at Wankhede, bowling coach Morne Morkel warned dew and small boundaries could be crucial factors. He urged bowlers to stay attacking despite tight margins. Head coach Gautam Gambhir said lower dew levels have tested India’s adaptability, stressing game awareness over strike rate in high-pressure World Cup matches.

In a throwback interview, Rashmika Mandanna made heartfelt reflections on motherhood and her now-husband Vijay Deverakonda. Following their dreamy Udaipur wedding on February 26, 2026, this interview has resurfaced where the 'Pushpa' star discussed her protective instincts for her future children and her plans for a balanced life in her 30s. On the work front, Rashmika Mandanna will be seen in 'Cocktail 2' with Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. She will also be seen in the period drama, 'Ranabaali' opposite Vijay Deverakonda.

Babar Azam has been dropped from Pakistan’s ODI squad for the Bangladesh series after a poor T20 World Cup. Despite a strong ODI record, he is among several senior players left out as Pakistan rebuild for next year’s World Cup. Shaheen Shah Afridi will captain a refreshed squad featuring six uncapped players.