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Ceasefire in place, but with strict rules Iran and the United States are observing a two‑week ceasefire linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran has also unveiled a tightly controlled “new route” regime for ships wanting to transit the waterway. Under this framework, vessels must seek prior approval from Iranian

Polling under way in three states/UT On April 9, 2026, voters in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry are heading to the polls to elect the next legislative assemblies, while by‑elections are taking place in Nagaland (Koridang), Karnataka (Davanagere South and Bagalkot), and Tripura (Dharmanagar). The Election Commission has kept polling hours from 7 am to 6 pm, with

Big‑day voting across five regions On April 9, 2026, voters in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry are electing their new state/UT assemblies in a single‑phase poll, alongside by‑polls in Nagaland (Koridang), Karnataka (Davanagere South and Bagalkot), and Tripura (Dharmanagar). Polling hours run from 7 am to 6 pm, with the Election Commission overseeing around 17.4 crore eligible voters across

Ceasefire holding but nerves still high The two‑week ceasefire between Iran and the United States, centred on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, is holding for now, with both sides refraining from major new strikes as the initial 48‑hour truce window passes into its second week. However, diplomats and regional

The Academy Awards are set to undergo a historic transition, with the organisers confirming that the ceremony will move away from traditional television broadcasting after its final scheduled telecasts on ABC. The Oscars, one of the most prestigious events in global entertainment, will conclude its long-standing association with network television

Persistent rain forced a delayed start and reduced the contest to an 11-overs-a-side clash at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Despite the interruptions, the match turned into a high-intensity encounter, with Rajasthan Royals adapting quickly to the shortened format and seizing control early. Explosive Opening Sets the Tone Rajasthan

When Football Chose Integrity Over Advantage The 2002 FIFA World Cup delivered drama, controversy, and unforgettable goals. But one of its most powerful moments came quietly — in a match where a player chose fairness over opportunity. At the centre of it stood Miroslav Klose, a striker who would go

iPhone 18: faster, brighter, smarter Early leaks point to the iPhone 18 series arriving in 2026 with a 6.3–6.4‑inch 120 Hz OLED display, a smaller notch or reduced‑cutout design, and a new Apple A20 chip built on 2‑nm process technology, which should bring a noticeable jump in efficiency and AI performance. Rumours also suggest up to 12