The question is no longer whether the war will expand. It has. The next few days will tell us whether the war stabilises around Hormuz or whether the Strait itself becomes the trigger for a far larger rupture. What to watch for over the next 48 hours is simple: Any move by the US toward direct naval control of the Strait; any credible Iranian attempt to disrupt or mine shipping lanes and, critically, whether energy infrastructure in the Gulf continues to be targeted.If those lines are crossed in tandem, the war will no longer be containable within the region.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of protecting infiltrators from the Muslim community for political gain. He also alleged corruption and economic decline under the TMC government.
The Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a joint initiative by Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) and CERN, aims to ensure equitable access to quantum computing when it becomes widely available, fostering international cooperation and addressing societal implications.
The Kerala High Court has overturned a single judge's order that had put a 15-day hold on the screening of 'The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond,' paving the way for the film's release.
A delegation of Indian women archers, including para-archer Sheetal Devi, met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ahead of the 4th Khelo India women's national ranking archery tournament.
Katrina Kaif gets snapped in the city.
FC Barcelona hammered Newcastle United F.C. 7-2 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, while Liverpool F.C., Bayern Munich and Atltico Madrid also advanced.
From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.
Telugu actor star Allu Sirish's wedding celebrations is on full swing in Hyderabad. His bride Nayanika Reddy is not from the film industry, so just who is she? Namrata Thakker finds out.
YouTuber Salim Ahmed, known as Salim Wastik, was stabbed in his Ghaziabad office after allegedly posting controversial videos. Police are investigating the attack and have filed an FIR.
New Zealand's Finn Allen, known for his aggressive batting style, is set to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL, exciting fans with his potential impact.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resignation, alleging manipulation of voter lists during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal. She also questioned the abrupt resignation of Governor C V Ananda Bose and accused the BJP of anti-women policies and spreading misinformation.
The second suspect in the attack on YouTuber Salim Ahmed, known as Salim Wastik, was seriously injured in a police encounter in Ghaziabad. This follows the death of the first suspect in a previous encounter. The victim was attacked in his office and sustained critical injuries.
Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences
A student was shot dead outside Varshney Degree College in Aligarh by two assailants, one of whom was a rival student from the same college, following a 'Holi Milan' program.
A YouTuber known for controversial videos was stabbed in Ghaziabad, leading to a police investigation and orders for strict action from the Chief Minister.
'My colleague Naveen Bamel -- he is an advocate of the Supreme Court -- went to the museum at the Red Fort specifically to look for the cap.' 'He inquired with the ASI officials there, and nobody had a clue.' 'So I thought this is not right. This must be brought to the notice of the prime minister.'
Priyanka Chopra recalled standing in the operating room as doctors intubated the newborn, admitting she did not know if her daughter would survive.
The second accused in the attack on YouTuber Salim Ahmed, also known as Salim Wastik, has died from injuries sustained during a police encounter in Ghaziabad. The accused, Gulfaam, had a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his head and was wanted in connection with the attack on Wastik.
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan marries long-time girlfriend Sophie Shine in a private Delhi NCR ceremony; Yuzvendra Chahal shares wedding pictures.
'...I am not part of it. If you want to boycott me because of this, and there have been obvious instances where people didn't want to review my films because I am not important.'
Four-Test-old all-rounder Jacob Bethell was awarded his maiden central contract by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) which offered two-year deals to 14 multi-format cricketers, including Test captain Ben Stokes and injury-plagued pacer Jofra Archer.
Unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at a house in Delhi's Farsh Bazar area. Police are investigating the incident, exploring motives such as old enmity, ransom, and possible threats.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.
This Women's Day, meet Shanti, the woman who makes so many lives easier even though hers is anything but.
'It's rare to see Ranveer Singh off-camera. He disappears. He doesn't like to be on set. Only when the shot is ready, he is there. He doesn't want any nonsense, no interaction. If anything would go wrong, he would really get pissed. He doesn't like noise and would tell everyone on the mic to be quiet. Ranveer loves to work, so he would keep telling everyone to be dedicated.'
AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's relationship with US President Donald Trump, alleging that Modi is acting as Trump's 'slave' and jeopardising India's interests on trade, oil and foreign policy.
Unidentified motorcycle-borne men allegedly opened fire at a house in east Delhi's Farsh Bazar area. Police are investigating the incident, exploring motives such as old enmity, ransom, and possible threats.
Twelve Indian Super League clubs have accused the All India Football Federation of retaining a surplus from the current season, despite promising not to profit from the league.
Parineeti Chopra offers a peek into the nursery she and Raghav Chadha have lovingly designed for their son, Neer.
Keely Hodgkinson broke the women's world indoor 800 metres record at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting in Lievin, France.
Zimbabwe's cricket team showed their appreciation for their loyal fans, the Castle Corner, after their T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting the deep connection between the players and supporters.
Teenager Samra swaps snowy Canada for Mumbai heat with IPL dream
Bugonia's ending, though not unexpected, is still shocking, reveals Deepa Gahlot.
Before they commanded nations, commanded armies... or commanded headlines, these world leaders once led lives that were unexpectedly ordinary.
Cook up one of the most elegant desserts of France at home -- it's a cinch to make.
Sebi cautions investors against fake notices demanding Securities Transaction Tax (STT) payments and warns about fraudsters posing as account handlers promising risk-free profits.
England-born Richard Pybus has been appointed as the head coach of the Afghanistan cricket team, replacing Jonathan Trott.
Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'
Toyota's first standalone electric SUV, the Urban Cruiser Ebella, delivers strong range and performance with premium quality, but rear space and features could have been better, says Somnath Chatterjee.
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