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US helicopter on search mission for downed jet also hit by projectile, claims Iran media
Iranian state-linked media has claimed that a US helicopter sent to search for a downed American fighter jet was itself struck by a projectile, adding further uncertainty to an already tense situation. The report, carried by Mehr news agency, has not been independently verified, and there has been no immediate response from US officials.The claim…
Bat-check controversy: How Ayush Mhatre failed thrice due to umpire error | Cricket News
Ayush Mhatre bat-check chaos (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: A bizarre and slightly comical moment took place during the IPL 2026 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings when young batter Ayush Mhatre walked in to bat at No. 3. What should have been a routine start quickly turned into chaos, even before he faced a…
Tipu’s ghost and Trump’s jibes haunt a transatlantic Franco-American rift
TOI correspondent from Washington: In the hallowed halls of the White House and the Elysee Palace, the United States and France have managed to upgrade a centuries-old alliance into something far more contemporary: a full-blown, transatlantic group chat gone wrong.The latest fracture in this storied alliance—a bond dating back to when the French were helping…
‘You guys look great’: Artemis II shares image of Earth from space
The Artemis II crew on Friday shared an image of Earth from the spaceship embarking on first lunar voyage in more than half a century.In a social media post on X, Nasa shared the photo with the caption, “That’s us!”“The Artemis II crew captured beautiful, high-resolution images of our home planet during their journey to…
IPL: Chennai crowd forces Ian Bishop to say ‘sorry’ during CSK vs PBKS toss – Watch | Cricket News
CSK vs PBKS toss (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: The toss moment in the IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings turned unexpectedly chaotic due to the deafening crowd at Chepauk. As captain Ruturaj Gaikwad came forward to speak, the noise made it nearly impossible for anyone to hear, creating a light-hearted but awkward…
‘Can easily open Hormuz, take oil & make fortune’: Trump makes ‘gushing’ claims
US President Donald Trump (AP photo) United States President Donald Trump on Friday said America could “easily open Hormuz Strait” and “take the oil” if given a little more time in the ongoing war against Iran.Trump’s remark is concurrent to Washington’s repeated claims that talks with Tehran have been “progressing well”, though the Islamic regime,…
IPL 2026: Why is MS Dhoni not playing in CSK vs PBKS? | Cricket News
NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings are dealing with the absence of MS Dhoni during their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings, as the veteran has been ruled out for the first two weeks due to a calf strain. On Friday, PBKS won the toss and decided to bowl first in Chepauk.The team had a tough…
Five Indians among 12 injured by Iranian missile debris in Abu Dhabi
At least 12 people, including five Indian nationals, were injured in Abu Dhabi on Friday after falling debris landed following the interception of an attack, according to the government media office.The incident took place in the Ajban area, where shrapnel from an Iranian missile interception caused injuries to residents.The Abu Dhabi Media Office said the…
US pilot captured? Iran claims stealth jet shot down; videos surface of search ops
Iranian state-linked media on Friday claimed that a US fighter pilot had been downed and possibly captured inside the country, as conflicting reports emerged amid an intensifying regional conflict. There has been no immediate confirmation from Washington, with the US Central Command, the Pentagon and the White House yet to respond.According to Iranian outlets, the…
Bigger, quieter and deadlier: Navy commissions INS Aridhaman – all about India’s 3rd nuclear sub
NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday formally commissioned the indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Aridaman into the Indian Navy.The induction of INS Aridaman comes as India sharpens its focus on boosting its underwater nuclear prowess, even as it has already proven air and land-launched nuclear capabilities. India’s 3rd nuclear submarine explained INS…
