'US begging China to secure Strait of Hormuz', mocks Iran FM Abbas
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mocked Donald Trump's call for other nations to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Calling US' security umbrella "full of holes", Abbas wrote, "The US is now begging others, even China, to help it make Hormuz safe." He added, "Iran calls on brotherly neighbours to expel foreign aggressors, especially as their only concern is Israel."
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01:32 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi mocked Donald Trump's call for other nations to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Calling US' security umbrella "full of holes", Abbas wrote, "The US is now begging others, even China, to help it make Hormuz safe." He added, "Iran calls on brotherly neighbours to expel foreign aggressors, especially as their only concern is Israel."
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I still get pay cheques for 'Slumdog Millionaire', I'd done it for free: Anil Kapoor
Actor Anil Kapoor revealed that he still gets pay cheques from the makers of 2009 film 'Slumdog Millionaire'. "Yesterday, I got a pay cheque...worth £3,000 (₹3.6 lakh)," said Anil, adding, "I'm going to get almost half a million pounds...They gave it themselves." He recalled doing the film for free when makers said they can't afford to pay him.
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01:31 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Actor Anil Kapoor revealed that he still gets pay cheques from the makers of 2009 film 'Slumdog Millionaire'. "Yesterday, I got a pay cheque...worth £3,000 (₹3.6 lakh)," said Anil, adding, "I'm going to get almost half a million pounds...They gave it themselves." He recalled doing the film for free when makers said they can't afford to pay him.
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Maha govt to offer jobs to kin of SC/ST victims in atrocity cases
Maharashtra Minister for Social Justice, Sanjay Shirsat, said that eligible persons from the family of the deceased in atrocity cases involving Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will be offered a job in the Social Justice department. There are approximately 889 pending cases of atrocities against Scheduled Caste and Tribe citizens, of which 144 cases are related to tribals, he added.
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01:56 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Maharashtra Minister for Social Justice, Sanjay Shirsat, said that eligible persons from the family of the deceased in atrocity cases involving Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will be offered a job in the Social Justice department. There are approximately 889 pending cases of atrocities against Scheduled Caste and Tribe citizens, of which 144 cases are related to tribals, he added.
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Houthis threaten to block Bab el-Mandeb Strait to aid Iran against US
Following the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the Houthis have signalled support for Iran amid the Middle East war. The Iran-aligned militant group has threatened to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key route in Asia-Europe trade, which controls traffic for ships accessing the Suez Canal. Both the straits carry roughly 30% of the world's oil and major trade.
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02:07 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Following the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the Houthis have signalled support for Iran amid the Middle East war. The Iran-aligned militant group has threatened to block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key route in Asia-Europe trade, which controls traffic for ships accessing the Suez Canal. Both the straits carry roughly 30% of the world's oil and major trade.
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What are some of the most controversial moments from the Oscars?
During Oscars 1974, Robert Opel ran naked on stage during live broadcast. After winning for 'Girl, Interrupted', Angelina Jolie kissed her brother on the red carpet in 2000. In 2017, presenters mistakenly announced 'La La Land' as Best Picture instead of 'Moonlight' due to envelope error. Will Smith slapped Chris Rock in 2022 after he joked about Jada Pinkett Smith.
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02:07 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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During Oscars 1974, Robert Opel ran naked on stage during live broadcast. After winning for 'Girl, Interrupted', Angelina Jolie kissed her brother on the red carpet in 2000. In 2017, presenters mistakenly announced 'La La Land' as Best Picture instead of 'Moonlight' due to envelope error. Will Smith slapped Chris Rock in 2022 after he joked about Jada Pinkett Smith.
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Pandit community targeted in web series, exams: Priyanka Chaturvedi on UP question paper row
Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Sunday criticised what she called the targeting of a community after a controversial question in a UP police sub-inspector exam listed "Pandit" as an option for "opportunist". She said, "The impunity with which a community is being singled out - via guidelines, web series and now exam papers, yet there is silence all around."
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02:00 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Sunday criticised what she called the targeting of a community after a controversial question in a UP police sub-inspector exam listed "Pandit" as an option for "opportunist". She said, "The impunity with which a community is being singled out - via guidelines, web series and now exam papers, yet there is silence all around."
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UAE pushes 'Dubai is safe' message as Iran continues to strike
As Iran continues to strike Dubai, the UAE has stepped up efforts to push "Dubai is safe" message, AFP reported. Officials, businesses and social media influencers are part of this effort after strikes negatively impacted Dubai's image. Dubai Mall-owner Emaar has asked shops and restaurants to operate regular hours. Authorities have also warned against spreading "rumours" about the attacks.
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02:22 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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As Iran continues to strike Dubai, the UAE has stepped up efforts to push "Dubai is safe" message, AFP reported. Officials, businesses and social media influencers are part of this effort after strikes negatively impacted Dubai's image. Dubai Mall-owner Emaar has asked shops and restaurants to operate regular hours. Authorities have also warned against spreading "rumours" about the attacks.
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02:22 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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19-year-old Kimi Antonelli becomes 2nd youngest race winner in F1 history
Mercedes' 19-year-old driver Kimi Antonelli has become the second-youngest race winner in the history of F1. Kimi won the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, recording his maiden win in F1. Mercedes' George Russell finished second, while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton came third. Antonelli had started the race at pole position after becoming the youngest pole sitter in Formula One history.
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02:43 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Mercedes' 19-year-old driver Kimi Antonelli has become the second-youngest race winner in the history of F1. Kimi won the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, recording his maiden win in F1. Mercedes' George Russell finished second, while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton came third. Antonelli had started the race at pole position after becoming the youngest pole sitter in Formula One history.
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6 held in Ghaziabad for sending pics of sensitive locations to Pak
Six people have been arrested in UP's Ghaziabad for allegedly photographing and filming sensitive locations like railway stations and sharing them with foreign-based phone numbers inluding one from Pakistan. The accused were lured with money by a man named Sohail, a police official said. Chat logs involving certain foreign phone numbers were recovered from their mobile devices, he added.
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02:36 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Six people have been arrested in UP's Ghaziabad for allegedly photographing and filming sensitive locations like railway stations and sharing them with foreign-based phone numbers inluding one from Pakistan. The accused were lured with money by a man named Sohail, a police official said. Chat logs involving certain foreign phone numbers were recovered from their mobile devices, he added.
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Haryana plans to allot commercial LPG cylinders for weddings on priority basis
Haryana government has approved committees headed by deputy commissioners of districts to ensure a smooth supply of commercial LPG cylinders in the state. The committees may also allot cylinders for marriage functions on a priority basis, depending on need. It will also oversee distribution and ensure supply to essential sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions, including hostels.
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02:35 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Haryana government has approved committees headed by deputy commissioners of districts to ensure a smooth supply of commercial LPG cylinders in the state. The committees may also allot cylinders for marriage functions on a priority basis, depending on need. It will also oversee distribution and ensure supply to essential sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions, including hostels.
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Pakistan chief selector calls Bumrah 'Usman Tariq of fast bowlers', gets trolled
Pakistan chief selector Aaqib Javed has been trolled for calling India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah "Usman Tariq of fast bowlers". Reacting to his remark, an X user commented, "Seems your brain isn't functioning properly." Another wrote, "Clowns are running cricket affairs in Pakistan."
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02:59 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Pakistan chief selector Aaqib Javed has been trolled for calling India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah "Usman Tariq of fast bowlers". Reacting to his remark, an X user commented, "Seems your brain isn't functioning properly." Another wrote, "Clowns are running cricket affairs in Pakistan."
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Perplexity CEO Srinivas backs post saying AI pushing computer science back to physicists
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas has agreed with an X post that said, "Computer science is gradually returning to the domain of physicists, mathematicians and electrical engineers as LLMs automate much of what we currently call software engineering." "Well said," Srinivas stated. "The field's centre of gravity is shifting away from manual code writing," the post also said.
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02:50 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas has agreed with an X post that said, "Computer science is gradually returning to the domain of physicists, mathematicians and electrical engineers as LLMs automate much of what we currently call software engineering." "Well said," Srinivas stated. "The field's centre of gravity is shifting away from manual code writing," the post also said.
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02:50 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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US launches 'forced labour' probe against India, 59 other trade partners
The US government has launched a probe against 60 trading partners, including India and China, over alleged failures to curb imports of goods produced with forced labour. It said companies using forced labour benefit from artificially lower labour costs, disadvantaging US exporters. This comes days after the US launched an "unfair trade" probe against 16 trading partners, including India.
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03:13 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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The US government has launched a probe against 60 trading partners, including India and China, over alleged failures to curb imports of goods produced with forced labour. It said companies using forced labour benefit from artificially lower labour costs, disadvantaging US exporters. This comes days after the US launched an "unfair trade" probe against 16 trading partners, including India.
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7 Indian pilgrims killed after microbus falls into gorge in Nepal
Seven Indian pilgrims were killed and several others were injured after a microbus carrying them fell into a gorge in Gorkha district in Nepal on Saturday. The incident occurred when the pilgrims were returning after offering prayers at Manakamana Temple, police said. The injured were taken to a hospital for treatment, and the rescue operation was still underway.
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03:12 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Seven Indian pilgrims were killed and several others were injured after a microbus carrying them fell into a gorge in Gorkha district in Nepal on Saturday. The incident occurred when the pilgrims were returning after offering prayers at Manakamana Temple, police said. The injured were taken to a hospital for treatment, and the rescue operation was still underway.
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03:12 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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What happens if Houthis choke Bab el-Mandeb Strait amid Middle East war?
Bab el-Mandeb, or 'Gate of Tears', is a strategic strait which connects Red Sea to Indian Ocean, with 20,000 vessels passing through it annually. If the passage gets blocked by Houthis, who have long threatened to choke it, the impact could be severe amid Iran's closure of Strait of Hormuz. Together the routes carry 30% of the world's seaborne oil.
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03:11 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Bab el-Mandeb, or 'Gate of Tears', is a strategic strait which connects Red Sea to Indian Ocean, with 20,000 vessels passing through it annually. If the passage gets blocked by Houthis, who have long threatened to choke it, the impact could be severe amid Iran's closure of Strait of Hormuz. Together the routes carry 30% of the world's seaborne oil.
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North Korea tests nuclear-capable rocket launchers
North Korea conducted a test of nuclear-capable rocket launchers, state media reported, a day after it launched 10 ballistic missiles. This comes after South Korean and US forces began annual spring military drills, which are scheduled to continue until March 19. US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to Middle East, reports had said.
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03:01 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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North Korea conducted a test of nuclear-capable rocket launchers, state media reported, a day after it launched 10 ballistic missiles. This comes after South Korean and US forces began annual spring military drills, which are scheduled to continue until March 19. US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to Middle East, reports had said.
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BJP offers 80 seats, Deputy CM post to Vijay’s TVK in TN: Report
The BJP has offered the Deputy CM post to actor-politician Vijay, along with 80 Assembly seats to his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), if the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) wins the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, India Today reported, citing party sources. However, TVK leaders have publicly denied the possibility of an alliance with the NDA.
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03:19 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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The BJP has offered the Deputy CM post to actor-politician Vijay, along with 80 Assembly seats to his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), if the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) wins the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, India Today reported, citing party sources. However, TVK leaders have publicly denied the possibility of an alliance with the NDA.
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Indian-origin director Geeta makes history with 2 separate Oscar-nominated films
Indian-origin filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir has earned two nominations for two separate films at the 2026 Oscars. With this, Gandbhir has made history by becoming the only woman to achieve this feat in the Oscars' nearly 100-year history. She is nominated for best documentary feature for 'The Perfect Neighbor' and best documentary short for 'The Devil is Busy'.
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03:19 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Indian-origin filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir has earned two nominations for two separate films at the 2026 Oscars. With this, Gandbhir has made history by becoming the only woman to achieve this feat in the Oscars' nearly 100-year history. She is nominated for best documentary feature for 'The Perfect Neighbor' and best documentary short for 'The Devil is Busy'.
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03:19 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Had chat without looking at scary clock: Sonam's wife after his release from jail
Sonam Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali J Angmo took to X to share pictures with her husband after his release from Jodhpur jail. "After a long time had a free flowing chat with @Wangchuk66 without glancing at the scary clock every now and then," she wrote. Wangchuk was released after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).
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03:39 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Sonam Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali J Angmo took to X to share pictures with her husband after his release from Jodhpur jail. "After a long time had a free flowing chat with @Wangchuk66 without glancing at the scary clock every now and then," she wrote. Wangchuk was released after the Union government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).
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We want money, tech in return for Middle East drone help: Ukraine
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the country wants money and technology in return for helping Middle East countries defend against Iranian kamikaze drones amid war. Ukraine has sent specialists to four Middle East nations. He stated teams will conduct assessments and demonstrate how drone defences should operate. The nations sought Ukraine's expertise in downing drone attacks from Iran.
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03:35 pm Sunday, 15 March, 2026
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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the country wants money and technology in return for helping Middle East countries defend against Iranian kamikaze drones amid war. Ukraine has sent specialists to four Middle East nations. He stated teams will conduct assessments and demonstrate how drone defences should operate. The nations sought Ukraine's expertise in downing drone attacks from Iran.
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