- by TOI WORLD DESKIran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has surfaced in a teaching video amid speculation about his health following his father's death. He recently called for national unity and threatened the Strait of Hormuz. US officials, including Donald Trump, have expressed uncertainty about his condition, with reports suggesting he may have been injured.
- by TOI BUSINESS DESKStock market today: Benchmark indices Nifty50 and BSE Sensex opened in green on Friday after a big selloff on Thursday that saw markets tank over 3%. While Nifty50 opened above 23,200, BSE Sensex rose over 700 points, just shy of 75,000.
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- by TOI WORLD DESKGlobal crude prices saw a dip on Friday. Statements from US President Donald Trump and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu helped calm fears of more attacks on energy facilities. Brent crude moved towards $107 a barrel. West Texas Intermediate for May hovered around $94. This follows a sharp rally due to supply disruptions in the […]
- by DWAIPAYAN DATTASanju Samson makes a grand entry to Chennai Super Kings, mirroring MS Dhoni's arrival after a T20 World Cup triumph. His primary challenge is to revive CSK's batting consistency and lead them back to IPL supremacy. Samson, now free from international proving pressure, aims to deliver explosive starts and handle wicketkeeping duties, learning from Dhoni […]
- by TOI CITY DESKA retired Merchant Navy officer, Ashok Kumar Kharat, has been arrested in Nashik. He allegedly posed as an astrologer and repeatedly raped a woman for over three years. The accused was remanded in police custody. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the case.
- by TOI SPORTS DESKSunrisers Hyderabad faces a blow as Jack Edwards is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to injury. Australian pacer Nathan Ellis and England all-rounder Sam Curran will also miss the season with hamstring and groin issues respectively. Ishan Kishan will captain SRH in Pat Cummins' absence as they begin their campaign against RCB on March […]
- by TOI BUSINESS DESKHDFC Bank faces headwinds with its chairman's exit, impacting investor sentiment amid macro uncertainties. Tata Motors CV is poised for growth in an upcycle, while GMR Airport sees stable domestic traffic despite geopolitical issues. L&T Finance is leveraging AI for significant gains, and Power Grid Corp is upgraded due to increased commissioning pace and new […]
- by TOI BUSINESS DESKStock market recommendations: Bajaj Broking Research has recommended Belrise Industries, and Jayaswal Neco Industries as the top stock picks for March 20, 2026. The brokerage also shares its views on Nifty and Bank Nifty:
- by PRANTIK PRABAL ROYTom Brady sparked buzz ahead of the Fanatics Flag Football Classic with a playful but pointed joke about Jayden Daniels and his mother, Regina Jackson. The comment drew laughs because it tapped into Daniels’ injury-hit 2025 season and ongoing public interest in his close relationship with Jackson. With multiple NFL stars in attendance, Brady’s quick […]
- by TOI SPORTS DESKDukes, a manufacturer that has been in operation since 1760, supplies red balls for Test and first-class cricket in England. Around 4,000 to 5,000 balls are produced for each summer season, which begins on April 3.
- by U SUDHAKAR REDDYThe Enforcement Directorate has uncovered a massive financial network linked to alleged illegal surrogacy and baby selling by Dr. Pachipala Namratha. Nearly Rs 40 crore in cash deposits and Rs 20 crore in withdrawals were observed, alongside the provisional attachment of 50 properties worth Rs 29.7 crore across multiple cities.
- by TOI TECH DESKAmid rising scrutiny, TP-Link’s CEO Jeffrey Chao is applying for U.S. permanent residency via a $1 million visa program, a move that coincides with ongoing federal investigations into his firm. The investigations, conducted by the Commerce, Justice, and FTC departments, are fueled by worries that Chinese authorities might pressure TP-Link to support cyber threats.
- by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESKPawan Kalyan's 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' faces piracy just hours after its March 19, 2026 release, despite legal protection. The action-comedy has garnered mixed reviews, with praise for Kalyan's screen presence but criticism for its outdated narrative. While some mass moments and humor landed, the film's overall reception remains divided.
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- by TOI ENTERTAINMENT DESKAditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge,' starring Ranveer Singh, has exceeded expectations, earning over Rs 100 crore on its opening Friday. The film's premiere shows on March 18, 2026, garnered Rs 43 crore, contributing to a domestic total nearing Rs 150 crore.
- by RAUNAK BOSEAtlanta Braves are reportedly eyeing New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe in a potential trade. This move addresses Atlanta's shortstop needs during Ha-Seong Kim's recovery and New York's dissatisfaction with Volpe's offensive output. The deal could see Mauricio Dubón head to the Bronx, offering defensive flexibility for the Yankees while Atlanta gains a younger, controllable […]
- by TOI LIFESTYLE DESKEid-ul-Fitr, the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," celebrates the end of Ramadan with communal prayers, feasts, and charity. Established in 7th-century Arabia, it signifies victory, spiritual renewal, and strengthened community bonds. Celebrations include vibrant markets, family gatherings, and the exchange of gifts and well wishes, embodying gratitude and forgiveness.
- by TNNIn a shocking act of violence in Bawana, a brazen shooting occurred in broad daylight, resulting in the death of 30-year-old Ravi and injuries to three others, one of whom is a child. Authorities are investigating the murder as a targeted attack linked to gang rivalries, specifically the ongoing feud between the Gogi gang and […]
- by SHUBHANSHU DWIVEDIFor former India leg-spinner Amit Mishra, the issue wasn’t about Chakravarthy being "decoded" but about execution under pressure.
- by Jon B AltermanFor Israel, it isn’t over till Iran’s regime is savagely weakened. For Iran, it isn’t over till the world feels unbearable pain. For Trump, it isn’t clear when and/or how he can say it’s over….
- by Speaking TreeBy Sandeep Chakravorty Today, it is almost unthinkable that a busy international airport shuts down completely for an entire day. It is not a one-time exception; it happens year after year. Not only is the…
- by Neeraj KaushalThe young in this country have high aspirations, but limited opportunities. So, Modi’s popularity among Gen Z isn’t a guarantee that their frustrations will never spill onto the streets Waves of Gen Z protest movements…
- by GenZeditorMany of us prefer reading about exercise, rather than doing it. We also cherrypick bits that suit us If reading about exercise counted as exercise, we’d all be as fit as Cristiano Ronaldo. But the…
- by GenZeditorIf a big fight happens in the Persian Gulf, it doesn’t stay there — the whole world feels it Recently, there were attacks between Israel and Iran on very important energy places. One was the…
- by Bachi KarkariaWhy we’ll never be short of gas O what’s the matter, Shanta mine So pale and vainly loitering? The veg has withered in your fridge, And no cookers hiss. I see your worried, wrinkled brow,…
- by TOI Edit…The world pays. Trump must make sure Israel and Iran stop targeting W Asia energy fields Trump’s sharp reaction to Israel’s strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field – and Tehran’s swift retaliation against Qatar’s…
- by TOI EditMany of us prefer reading about exercise, rather than doing it. We also cherrypick bits that suit us If only reading about exercise counted as exercise, we could all be as fit as Ronaldo. And…
- by Priyanka JoshiIn February 2026, the Bombay High Court ruled that a child raised exclusively by a single mother cannot be forced to carry the father’s surname and caste in official records, emphasising that official documentation should reflect…
- by Uma NairCan there be a city as evocative—and romantic—as Venice ? As actor and art lover Sharmila Tagore stood and gazed at Paresh Maity’s magnum opus of Venice compositions as resonant embers on canvas as well…
- by Nihar MahapatraWe have got your calendar marked with birthdays, anniversaries, festival dates, and that important work presentation. But somewhere between Holi and the end of financial year in India, there’s a day that quietly slips by…
- by Malaya RoutDid you say you were a data engineer? Or was it an ML expert? Or data scientist? MLOps expert? A domain expert? Sorry, AI business analyst? Think about a new type of role that is…
- by Lakshmi Pillai GuptaWhile we are still debating whether AI will take our jobs, it has quietly taken something far more consequential. It has entered the state. Not as an experiment. Not as a pilot. But as infrastructure….
- by Speaking TreeBy Rajiv Vij Pause for a moment. Close your eyes and gently observe your thoughts. Do you notice them arising one after another – some linked to the previous one, some disjointed? Are you choosing…
- by Sujit JohnBeneath the shadow of global headlines, day-to-day reality in Iran has long been at variance with Western narratives. In Nov, when we spent three days in Tehran, one of the first messages I received when…
- by Arindam GoswamiBehavioural science has an interesting take on why countries like US, Russia are now totally ignoring a rules-based system: old habits change when new rewards seem, even if wrongly, more lucrative than older ones Charles…
- by Vivek Narayan SharmaPublic Interest Litigation (PIL) has long stood as one of the most transformative innovations in India’s constitutional jurisprudence. Conceived as a mechanism to democratise access to justice, it opened the doors of constitutional courts to…
- by GenZeditorMany people think that jobs using your brain (like office work) are better than jobs using your hands (like fixing machines, building things, or cooking). But that idea isn’t really fair — and it’s causing…
- by Saurabh SinhaOn the great maya of travel insurance Main Hoon Na. Never take this assurance at face value, unless it’s given by SRK. I learnt about this relatively unknown fifth law of Newton the hard way,…
- by GenZeditorThink of war like a game of chess. At the start, players make quick, bold moves. But the middle part of the game is the hardest – because every move can change everything, and no…
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- Asks All Oil & Gas Entities To Regularly Submit Detailed Op Info
- by Sanjay KhajuriaJammu and Kashmir Police have placed GPS anklets on three individuals accused of aiding Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists. These overground workers were released on interim bail after a court order. The anklets will monitor their movements continuously. This measure follows their arrest in connection with a 2024 attack on an army convoy in Kathua.
- by Dipak K DashThe National Building Code (NBC) is set to be replaced by a National Building Standard (NBS) by April-end, granting states and municipal bodies greater authority over development control, fire safety, and administration.
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- The Delhi High Court has ordered Tamil media outlet Nakkheeran Media to remove defamatory videos and articles targeting Isha Foundation and Sadhguru. The court's interim order follows a defamation suit filed by the Foundation, which has welcomed the decision and vowed to continue legal action against those spreading false content.