Evening news wrap: Iran turns back Pakistan-bound ship from Hormuz; govt mandates shifting to gas pipeline & more | India News

Iran’s IRGC Navy turned back the Pakistan-bound vessel SELEN in the Strait of Hormuz for lacking permission and violating protocols, asserting maritime sovereignty and mandatory coordination for transit. Government has mandated a shift to piped natural gas in covered areas, halting LPG supply to such households, aiming to diversify fuel use and reduce vulnerability amid … Read more

Priyadarshan reveals Farah Khan doubted Vidya Balan’s dance skills, later praised for ‘Mere Dholna’ | Hindi Movie News

Priyadarshan, prepping Bhooth Bangla, recalls Bhool Bhulaiyaa’s ‘Mere Dholna’. Vidya Balan overcame Farah Khan’s dance doubts after 35-40 days’ practice, earning praise. She matched Vineeth’s energy, cherishing the validation. The iconic track and her Manjulika role made the film a horror hit. Ahead of Bhooth Bangla’s release, Priyadarshan revisited his blockbuster ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ in a … Read more

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 released: Here are the top 5 colleges for Computer Science and Informatics

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 released: The latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Computer Science and Information Systems are out, and there are few surprises at the very top. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has held on to the number one position, with Stanford University and Carnegie Mellon University … Read more

RCB, MI, or CSK? England’s cricket legends predict IPL 2026 winners | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: With IPL 2026 just around the corner, former England cricketers have shared their predictions on who might lift the trophy, sparking debate among fans. While teams like Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are all in the mix, opinions differ on who has the edge this season.Former … Read more

Mar-a-Lago flips red to blue? Emily Gregory defeats Republican in Florida district that houses Trump estate

Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election in Florida for which President Donald Trump too voted. Florida’s Emily Gregory, a Democrat, defeated Republican Jon Maples who had an endorsement from US president Donald Trump, in a special election in Florida’s 87th state house district. Gregory, a public health expert and small business owner, is a … Read more

India’s future is in manufacturing, deep tech, and skills building: Himanshu Shah

When it comes to India’s economic future, few are as optimistic — and as candid — as Himanshu Shah. For the North Carolina investor, the country’s greatest opportunity lies not in rhetoric, but in execution. Speaking at a panel during the Indiaspora Forum 2026 on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Monday, the founder of Raleigh-based … Read more

SS Rajamouli brings cutting-edge motion capture to Mahesh Babu’s ‘Varanasi’; An action sequence shot with advanced tech | Telugu Movie News

Director SS Rajamouli is using cutting-edge motion capture for his film ‘Varanasi’ starring Mahesh Babu. This advanced technology is being employed at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad. A significant 25-minute action sequence is being filmed using this method. This innovation brings high-end visual effects production to India. The film promises to be a technically advanced project. … Read more

Cabinet extends IVFRT 3.0 scheme for 5 years to make immigration faster, safer and more efficient

The Union Cabinet has approved continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration and Tracking (IVFRT) scheme for another five years from April 1, 2026, with a budget outlay of Rs 1,800 crore, in a move aimed at strengthening border management and improving services for legitimate foreign travellers, the government said.The extension — not a fresh … Read more

5th T20I: Connor Esterhuizen’s blitzkrieg helps South Africa secure series in New Zealand | Cricket News

South Africa win series in New Zealand South Africa beat New Zealand by 33 runs in the final T20 to seal the series 3-2, thanks to a powerful knock from Connor Esterhuizen. Chasing 188, New Zealand struggled throughout and finished on 154-8, unable to keep up with the rising required run rate.Winning the toss and … Read more

How US-Iran war may have proved that ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt was right when he told US Army: Give away tanks and buy …

As the war between the US-Israel and Iran enters a high-intensity phase, aerial warfare is being dominated by low-cost drone technology. Iran is reportedly deploying thousands of Shahed-136 drones, which are said to cost approximately $20,000 each, to target high-value assets. The ‘popularity’ of drones has revived a take by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt … Read more