The Times of India

The Strait of Hormuz is turning into a deadly minefield! Irans Army Navy claims that two more oil tankers have caught fire after striking naval mines in restricted waters, directly blaming US President Donald Trump for the escalating maritime crisis.According to Iranian military statements, the tankers entered a prohibited and unsafe area east of the Strait of Hormuz despite repeated warnings and allegedly switched off their radar systems before hitting naval mines. Iran has accused Trump of spr

Unconfirmed footage has emerged purportedly showing US one-way attack drones flying over Iran's southern Hormozgan province, near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, amid reports of American airstrikes on Sirik. The footage appears to capture Iranian air defence guns firing at the drones as people scream in the background. The development has raised questions over whether Washington deployed its LUCAS drones America's low-cost, Shahed-136-inspired one-way attack weapons in the bombing ca

Australia captain Pat Cummins responded to Usman Khawaja's claims about the 2018 ball-tampering scandal during a press conference. Cummins stated that Khawaja's allegations were serious and irresponsible, affecting players and their families. He chose not to pursue legal action despite being advised that some claims might be defamatory. Cricket Australia has decided not to reopen the investigation into the scandal according to Cummins.

The two chances came off the fifth and sixth balls of the second over, bowled by Auqib Nabi.

US President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe consequences if American officials are targeted, saying those responsible will not exist any longer. He also kept the possibility of further military action open, claiming the US had otally controlled the Strait of Hormuz and that Iran's regime was collapsing. Trump said he would have No hesitation in using force to protect US allies and ships.

During a heartwarming chat with Priyanka Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi reminisced about her journey with Indian cuisine. Initially overwhelmed by the array of spices, Sonia gradually found joy in staple dishes like dal chawal and flavorful kebabs. This culinary evolution not only reflects her adaptation but also underscores the importance of food in connecting her to her late husband, Rajiv Gandhi, making dal chawal a comforting reminder of home.

The U.S. Justice Department is investigating allegations that Chinese businesswoman Alice Huang was working for the Chinese government, amid reports linking her to former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that the FBI is probing the allegations but said the department has not yet reached a conclusion on whether Alice Huang was a Chinese spy. The investigation comes amid growing scrutiny over alleged Chinese espionage activities and potential links to influenti

India and New Zealand made numerous changes to their playing XIs for the fourth ODI match. Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to bowl first, taking conditions into account. India leads the series 2-0 after a rain-affected third ODI match was canceled. New Zealand also made six changes, seeking to build squad depth ahead of the World Cup. Both teams are treating the upcoming matches as crucial knockout games.

Clement Delangue, the CEO of Hugging Face, voiced his worries regarding Jensen Huang's exit from Nvidia. With Hugging Face's $12.9 billion acquisition by Nvidia approaching, regulatory pressures have increased. Delangue reaffirmed his commitment to open-source AI, a domain Nvidia significantly supported under Huangs leadership. As the acquisition is projected to finalize in early 2027, concerns about the future of such commitments loom large.

US President Donald Trump urged Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang to fight to retain his job shortly before his exit amid a China spy scandal, NYT reported. Trump continued backing Huang despite intelligence warnings about his alleged affair with a Chinese woman suspected of spying for Beijing. Bloomberg reported that Huang later called Trump and expressed remorse over the scandal's impact on his family.

Lipi Bhowmik, a trailblazer from Paschim Sonatala, transforms dried cow dung into practical products with the support of Rs 5.10 lakh from the Tripura Rural Livelihoods Mission. As an active member of a self-help group, she not only furthers her business but also plays a vital role in boosting agricultural development within her community. Her journey exemplifies how institutional backing can uplift rural women and foster sustainable livelihoods.

Microsoft has begun restoring services following a major global outage that affected its Microsoft 365 applications. Almost 130,000 users globally reported problems with accessing services like Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive. The company identified elevated load on servers as a key issue and is working to rectify the situation. Users experienced difficulties in sending emails and accessing other applications across the Microsoft 365 platform.

Australia captain Pat Cummins has strongly denied claims made by Usman Khawaja regarding the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Cummins asserted that he did not know about the plan and has consistently maintained that stance over the years. Khawaja's autobiography brought renewed attention to the incident, prompting severe reactions from Cummins. Despite the allegations, Cummins has decided against taking legal action and hopes to move on from this controversy.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth presented Specialist Thomas Iglesias with the Joint Service Commendation Medal for his actions. This award was given for reminding officials to maintain silence and respect at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day. Iglesias's reprimand of Hegseth and aides was captured in a video widely shared on social media.

Senior White House officials are discussing whether Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick should be pushed out as scrutiny grows over US exports of Nvidias AI chips to China. Lawmakers are questioning the administrations oversight and its decision not to add dozens of Chinese firms to a key trade blacklist. The debate has intensified following Nvidia CEO Jensen Huangs resignation amid reports involving a woman US authorities suspect of spying for Beijing. President Donald Trump says he has complete

Unverified footage circulating online appears to show Irans Zolfaghar ballistic missile on display in Bandar Abbas, near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media has reported a strike in Sirik, in Hormozgan province, but details and responsibility remain unconfirmed. The reported display follows Irans unveiling of an underground missile facility earlier this week.

Iran is reportedly building a new network to move its sanctioned crude into China, potentially making it harder for Washington to track oil shipments. A leaked letter cited by Iran International claims Tehran has taken control of port terminals and leased large oil storage facilities across China. The alleged network is linked to shipping operations associated with Hossein Shamkhani, whose network has faced U.S. sanctions targeting 51 vessels. The reported terminals are strategically located nea

US President Donald Trump has threatened to double tariffs on Mexico unless it stops a migrant caravan of about 1,500 people moving north from Tapachula. The group says it plans to travel first to Mexico City. Trump linked the march to Republican losses in the midterm elections and warned Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa over border security.

Donald Trump has delivered a stunning public rebuke to Vice President JD Vance, pulling him away from Iran negotiations and redirecting his attention towards alleged corruption in Democratic-run states. The move comes after Vance blamed the prolonged Iran war, rising living costs and inflation for the Republicans' devastating midterm defeat. Vance's remarks, including his pointed admission that voters were angry over the war, appear to have triggered fresh tensions inside the Trump administratio

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has expanded the investigation into a deadly Brooklyn building collapse, ordering safety checks at about 100 construction sites linked to five companies involved in the adjacent excavation project. At least eight people were killed and 18 injured when the three-story building collapsed. The cause remains under investigation.