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File photo: US President Donald Trump with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump have agreed to meet in the United States in the near future following a phone conversation on Friday, according to a statement from the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).During the call, Netanyahu congratulated Trump…

Colombia’s Jhon Arias (11) celebrates after scoring goal (AP Photo) Jhon Arias’ first-half goal proved decisive as Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 on Friday night to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, where they will face Switzerland for a spot in the quarter-finals.The South American side took control early despite…

‘Death to America’ chants echo as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral begins (AP) “Death to America”, “death to Israel” and “revenge, revenge” chants echoed through Tehran’s Grand Mosalla on Saturday as thousands of mourners gathered for the start of six days of public funeral ceremonies for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.Mourners carrying red banners,…

Vidit Gujrathi Exclusive (Graphic designed by TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: The race for a place at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 in Paris through the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess qualifiers has boiled down to a blockbuster final between two established Grandmasters.India’s Vidit Gujrathi will take on Benjamin Bok of the Netherlands. Both have…

Mamdani delivers pro-immigration July 4 speech, says America’s strength lies in welcoming immigrants New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a pro-immigration address on Friday marking the eve of the United States’ 250th Independence Day celebrations, presenting an alternative vision of America to President Donald Trump hours before the president’s scheduled speech at Mount Rushmore.Speaking…

Xie Na (Image source: MyDrameList) Chinese television personality Xie Na, one of the country’s most recognisable entertainers, has found herself at the centre of a fierce online backlash after her ambitions of becoming a concert performer were met with widespread criticism.For over two decades, Xie Na was a household name as one of the main…

Top Iranian leaders break down at Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and foreign minister Abbas Araghchi got emotional during the farewell ceremony for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday, as the country began a week-long mourning period for the late leader. The solemn ceremony at Tehran’s Grand…

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s latest release, ‘Alpha,’ opened with impressive numbers on Friday.(Image Credit: Instagram) This Friday, cinephiles were served one of the much-awaited releases of 2026, the action-packed espionage thriller – ‘Alpha.’ With Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead, this 7th instalment of the YRF spy universe centres on two powerful women at…

Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) Lionel Messi added yet another extraordinary chapter to his legendary career after becoming the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in eight consecutive matches. The Argentina captain reached the unprecedented milestone during his side’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde, helping the defending champions book their…

VHP President Alok Kumar (File photo) Has the embezzlement of donations row damaged Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust‘s credibility, shaken devotees’ faith?It’s a moral blemish that every Hindu feels. This is a temple with a 500-year history of struggle and Hindu sacrifices. When it was to be built, 12.5 crore families donated money. The feeling…