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Trump claims Iran wants US to open Hormuz soon as they try to โ€Œfigure out leadership situation

Trump claims Iran wants US to open Hormuz soon as they try to โ€Œfigure out leadership situation

Washington: US President Donald โ€‹Trump on Tuesday claimed that Iran โ€Œwas in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open โ€‹the Strait of Hormuz while it โ€‹sorts out its leadership. However, it was not โ clear from Trump's social media post how โ€‹Iran had communicated that message and no immediate โ€‹comment from Iran was available.ย  "Iran has just informed us that they are in a 'State of Collapse.' โ€‹They want us to 'Open the Hormuz โ€‹Strait,' as soon as possible, as they try to โ€Œfigure โ out their leadership situation (Which I believe they will be able to do!)"…
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Emma Stone, Chris Pine to star in โ€˜The Catchโ€™

Emma Stone, Chris Pine to star in โ€˜The Catchโ€™

Actors Emma Stone and Chris Pine will headline Universal Picturesโ€™ upcoming romantic comedy โ€œThe Catchโ€. The film is set to release on May 21, 2027. ย  Directed by Dave McCary, the project is termed a two-hander romantic comedy, even though the exact storyline is currently being kept under wraps. ย  This news confirms previous rumours of Pine joining the cast alongside Stone. The filmโ€™s production has picked up significant speed since both the actors have officially signed on. ย  The original script for "The Catch" was written by Patrick Kang and Michael Levin, while the latest version features revisions by…
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Why is Ravi Bishnoi not playing for RR vs PBKS in IPL 2026 clash in Mullanpur?

Why is Ravi Bishnoi not playing for RR vs PBKS in IPL 2026 clash in Mullanpur?

Chandigarh: Rajasthan have dropped Ravi Bishnoi in their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. The leg-spinner started well in the season, being one of the leading wicket-takers, but in the last few games, his form dropped significantly, resulting in the team management dropping him for Yash Raj Punja.ย  Notably, in Rajasthanโ€™s previous game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Bishnoi was brought in as an Impact Player, but he bowled just one over, conceding 16 runs.ย  Apart from that, Rajasthan have also made another change in personnel for the game against PBKS. The visitors have dropped out-of-form batter Shimron Hetmyer for…
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No plans to increase petrol, diesel prices after assembly elections conclude tomorrow: Government

No plans to increase petrol, diesel prices after assembly elections conclude tomorrow: Government

New Delhi: In a piece of good news for the petrol and diesel customers, the Central government on Tuesday said it has no plans to increase petrol and diesel prices, dismissing speculation of a hike after polling in West Bengal ends on April 29. Retail petrol and diesel prices have remained unchanged for a record fourth year, even as conflict in West Asia has pushed crude oil costs up more than 50 per cent over the past two months. The widening gap between input costs and pump prices has left state-run fuel retailers incurring heavy losses - with some estimates…
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Vinesh Phogat accuses WFI of ‘deliberate attempt’ to block her return to professional wrestling

Vinesh Phogat accuses WFI of ‘deliberate attempt’ to block her return to professional wrestling

New Delhi: Vinesh Phogatโ€™s return to wrestling has been delayed, as the former world medallist alleges obstacles in her attempt to enter the upcoming National Open Ranking tournament. The event is seen as a perfect preparation ground for athletes aiming to re-enter the national selection pathway ahead of major international competitions later this year. Notably, after the Paris Olympics debacle, Phogat had stepped away from the sport. However, in December 2025, she reversed her retirement decision and began preparations for a comeback. The 31-year-old had targeted the Open Ranking tournament as her re-entry point but has been unable to complete…
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UAE quits oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war

UAE quits oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war

Abu Dhabi: In a massive development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announcedย to pull out of major oil producer groups OPEC and OPEC+,ย effective May 1. The announcement comes at a time when the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has already triggered a massive energy shock which has pushed global markets into deeper uncertainty.ย ย The UAE made the announcement via its state-run WAM news agency. "This decision reflects the UAE's long-term strategic and economic vision and evolving energy profile, including accelerated investment in domestic energy production, and reinforces its commitment to a responsible, reliable, and forward-looking role in…
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‘Batters no longer hold back’: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the biggest change in modern T20 batting

‘Batters no longer hold back’: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the biggest change in modern T20 batting

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar opened up on the biggest shift in the modern-day T20 batting, stating that the batters don't hold back now, as compared to the times, they used to respect the first few overs. Modern-day batters have redefined T20 cricket, with scoring rates touching hitting stratosphere. The likes of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Priyansh Arya and even some senior pros have made batting look easy. Bhuvneshwar gave his take on the drastic change in the approach. "The biggest change is that batters no longer hold back, even when the ball is swinging in the Powerplay,"…
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England name squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, 18-year-old Corteen-Coleman included

England name squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, 18-year-old Corteen-Coleman included

New Delhi: Hosts England have named their squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with the 18-year-old Tilly Corteen-Coleman being a stand-out inclusion. The tournament will be the first ICC event that England will be hosting since winning the ODI World Cup 2017, and it gets underway on June 12.ย  Along with Corteen-Coleman, fast bowlers Issy Wong and Lauren Filer are also picked for their first T20 World Cup. The 18-year-old left-arm spinner from Surrey has impressed the England think tank with her recent performances. She first made her name in the Charlotte Edwards Cup in 2024 when…
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Imran Khan underwent medical procedure for eye ailment, sent back to Rawalpindi jail

Imran Khan underwent medical procedure for eye ailment, sent back to Rawalpindi jail

Islamabad: Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken to a government hospital on Tuesday for treatment related to an ongoing eye condition. The 74-year-old was examined at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where doctors administered another dose of medication before returning him to custody. Khan has been undergoing treatment for right central retinal vein occlusion since January. As part of his therapy, he has been receiving anti-VEGF injections at regular intervals, as per news agency PTI. His previous procedure was conducted on March 23. According to hospital officials, Khan was brought in on April 28 for…
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‘On verge of stopping operations’: Airlines warn of shutdown, seek ATF price relief from Centre

‘On verge of stopping operations’: Airlines warn of shutdown, seek ATF price relief from Centre

Mumbai: Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet have told the government that the country's aviation sector is under "extreme stress" and on the verge of "stopping operations", as they sought a revision in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) pricing along with financial support. The ongoing tensions in West Asia have driven up oil prices, while airspace restrictions have significantly increased operating costs, particularly for long-haul routes. ATF alone accounts for nearly 40 per cent of an airline's operational expenses, making cost pressures increasingly difficult to manage. Indian Airlines writes to Centreย  Against this backdrop, the Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA)ย  has written…
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