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IRGC confirms its spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini killed in Israeli-American missile attack

IRGC confirms its spokesman General Ali Mohammad Naeini killed in Israeli-American missile attack

Tehran: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Friday confirmed that General Ali Mohammad Naeini, its spokesman, is killed in an Israeli-American missile attack. The state-owned Tasnim news agency reported on Telegram and X that Naeini was killed early on Friday. Ali Mohammad Naeiniโ€™s death comes just hours after local media quoted his remarks against the US and Israel. Moreover, Fars news agency reported Naeini as saying, โ€œOur missile industry deserves a perfect scoreโ€ฆ and there is no concern in this regard, because even under wartime conditions we continue missile production." His death marks the fourth major blow to Iranโ€™s…
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Mining stock jumps nearly 7% as company shares update on increasing stake in subsidiary, check details

Mining stock jumps nearly 7% as company shares update on increasing stake in subsidiary, check details

Mumbai: Shares of iron and steel products manufacturer Godawari Power and Ispat Ltd (GPIL) traded higher on Friday, March 20, 2026 after a key announcement in its latest exchange filing. The companyโ€™s stock started the trading session in green at Rs 251 against the previous close of Rs 250.85 on the BSE. Amid a spurt in trading volume by more than 4.41 per cent, the scrip jumped to touch the intraday high of Rs 267.85, representing a gain of 6.78 per cent. Last seen, the stock was trading at Rs 263.50 with a gain of 5.04 per cent, and the…
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‘This is very important’: Irfan Pathan shares his wisdom with superstar youngster ahead of IPL 2026

‘This is very important’: Irfan Pathan shares his wisdom with superstar youngster ahead of IPL 2026

New Delhi: The 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) is slated to kick off on March 28. Ahead of the new season, many fans would be looking forward to the performances of 14-year-old India youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Widely revered as one of the best talents around, Suryavanshi will be representing Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026.ย  He made his debut for Royals in the IPL 2025 and dazzled the fans with his performance, even becoming the youngest player to hit an IPL century in history. With the season for him around the corner, former India cricketer Irfan Pathan…
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Tata Power reportedly signs PPA with Gujarat Govt for Mundra Power plant, shares jump 5%

Tata Power reportedly signs PPA with Gujarat Govt for Mundra Power plant, shares jump 5%

Mumbai: Shares of Tata Power gained 5 per cent to hit a fresh 52-week high on Friday amid reports that Gujarat has approved a revised power supply pact with Tata Power. The stock started the trading session at Rs 402, up from the previous close of Rs 398.50 on the BSE. The scrip gained further amid a spurt in trading volume by more than 2.80 times and touched the intraday high of Rs 418.4, representing a gain of 4.99 per cent. This is also the stock's fresh 52-week high. The stock's 52-week low was Rs 332.10, reached on March 7,…
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Rajasthan Royals’ probable playing XI for IPL 2026: Adam Milne IN, Nandre Burger OUT?

Rajasthan Royals’ probable playing XI for IPL 2026: Adam Milne IN, Nandre Burger OUT?

New Delhi: The 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) is all set to kick off on March 28, and ahead of the new season, many fans would be wondering what the probable XI of their favourite sides could look like ahead of the IPL 2026. On the same note, many would have their eyes set upon the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals.ย  With the announcement of Riyan Parag as the new skipper for the side, the signing of Ravindra Jadeja, and many other new players, Royals could field an interesting playing XI in the upcoming edition of the IPL.ย …
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Kuwait’s Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery hit by drone attacks as Iran targets energy sites in gulf countries

Kuwait’s Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery hit by drone attacks as Iran targets energy sites in gulf countries

Kuwait City: Kuwait's state oil firm KPC on Friday said its Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery was hit by multiple drone attacks, causing massive fire in some units, with no initial casualties reported, the state news agency said. The refinery had been hit Thursday, sparking fires. Soon after receiving information about the attack, firefighters responded immediately, with several units shut down as a precaution to ensure workers' safety. Know all about Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery The Mina Al-Ahmadi Refinery (MAA) isย Kuwait's largest and oldest operational oil refinery, located approximately 45 kilometres south of Kuwait City along the Arabian Gulf coast. The…
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Gold price surges 2%, silver gains over Rs 8,500 on MCX | Check city-wise rates

Gold price surges 2%, silver gains over Rs 8,500 on MCX | Check city-wise rates

Mumbai: Precious metals futures rates rebounded on Friday, March 20, 2026, mainly due to value buying. The gold April 2 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a gain of Rs 3,348 or 2.3 per cent at Rs 1,48,302 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,44,954. It later fell to touch the intraday low of Rs 1,46,500. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 1,46,850 with a gain of Rs 1,896 or 1.31 per cent. On the MCX, the yellow metal futures for June 2026 were up by Rs 2,162 or 1.46 per cent to…
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NZ vs SA 3rd T20I LIVE Score: South Africa hope for good start with the bat

NZ vs SA 3rd T20I LIVE Score: South Africa hope for good start with the bat

Auckland: New Zealand and South Africa lock horns in the third T20I of the ongoing five-game series. The teams face off at Eden Park in Auckland. Currently, the series is on level terms, with both teams having won one game each so far, and with a win in the third T20I, the teams will look to take the advantage into the fourth T20I, hoping to seal the ongoing series in the next game itself. With New Zealand having won the toss in the third T20I, the Black Caps have opted to field first, and they will aim to limit the…
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Israel decides to halt further strikes on Iran’s key natural gas field after Trump’s request

Israel decides to halt further strikes on Iran’s key natural gas field after Trump’s request

Jerusalem: Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has temporarily stopped additional attacks on Iran's major gas installation at the Asaluyeh gas compound after a direct request from US President Donald Trump. Speaking to reporters, he stressed that Israel executed the strike independently, adding that "there are many signs that the Iranian regime is cracking."ย Netanyahu claimed that after twenty days of joint operations between the United States and Israel, Iran's ability to enrich uranium or manufacture ballistic missiles has been crippled. According to him, the initial phase destroyed missile stockpiles, drones and nuclear-linked assets and the ongoing phase is targeting the industrial capacity…
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Bank holiday: Are banks closed on March 20 or March 21 for Eid in your city? Check full details here

Bank holiday: Are banks closed on March 20 or March 21 for Eid in your city? Check full details here

New Delhi: If you have any important work related to the bank over the next couple of days, it is important for you to be aware of the bank holidays. Yes, banks will be closed this week across the country on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr or Ramzan-Id (Id-Ul-Fitr). There are a total of 18 holidays in the holiday calendar of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the month of March. Apart from the second and fourth Saturdays, these holidays also include holidays on all Sundays. This time, on the occasion of Eid, there are holidays on March 20 and…
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