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‘Forward defensive line’: Israel says it will control south Lebanon up to Litani River to create a ‘security zone’

‘Forward defensive line’: Israel says it will control south Lebanon up to Litani River to create a ‘security zone’

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File photo: Israeli defence minister Israel Katz Israel said on Tuesday that its military would take control of southern Lebanon up to the Litani River to create a “security zone”, marking a major escalation in its campaign against Hezbollah, while Lebanon took the unprecedented step of declaring Iran’s ambassador persona non grata and ordering him…

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Signalling a more transactional and interest-driven focus in its ties with India, the US has said that its objective is to work with India to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific that is not founded in naivete or “gauzy abstractions” like the rules-based international order, but in strength, reason, and hard-nosed collaboration. As he laid out the US approach to ties with India in geopolitical and defence spheres, undersecretary of war for policy Elbridge Colby said Tuesday no single no single country can maintain a stable balance of power in Asia. Watch Iran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy Azar Instead, he said, stability will depend on the collective contributions of capable states that share an interest in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Significantly, while he underlined India’s “indispensable” role in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific, Colby made no mention in his speech of Quad, the flagship US Indo-Pacific initiative revived by the first Trump administration. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warGulf Allies Edge Toward Conflict: Saudi grants US base access; UAE shuts Iranian assetsPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumbleThe mechanism, however, seems to have lost some of its salience with Washington after the president’s return to the White House as the US focus shifts from soft power initiatives to shared security outcomes and burden-sharing. The top US official was addressing an event at the Ananta Centre. As there’s no word yet on whether Trump would visit India this year for the Quad summit, hopes of a leaders’ meeting now rest on the France G7 summit in June that may see participation by leaders of all Quad countries. Colby took a swipe at Europe as he stressed that the US is still a rising power under Trump’s leadership but the same could not be said about some of Washington’s traditional partners, even as the US urges them to reinvigorate themselves. India, he said, was far different as a “waxing power”. “As a result, the United States believes that India will play a central role in ensuring a favorable balance of power in the Indo-Pacific. In this context, a strong, confident India is not only good for the Indian people. It is good for Americans as well,” said Colby, who is in India to discuss implementation of the Framework for the US-India Major Defense Partnership. The official suggested that the US may not be interested in framing of the relationship as one based just on shared democratic values, as he said the Indian-American partnership has its roots in practicality. “In line with this, the US approach to the strategic partnership is interests-based and realistic, shaped by geopolitics and incentives as opposed to gauzy aspirations or detached idealism,” said Colby, adding that Washington wants partnerships with vigorous, self-assured states, not with dependencies. Colby also backed external affairs minister S Jaishankar’s remarks that a nationalistic foreign policy outlook is likely to approach the world with more confidence and greater realism, saying this approach resonates with the US. Underlining the significance of “strategic candor” in ties, Colby said strong partnerships benefit from honesty, respect, and strategic clarity. As the bilateral relationship shows signs of recovery after one of its worst phases in recent times, Colby also said that the US and India do not need to agree on everything to cooperate effectively, as long as their interests and objectives increasingly converge on the most fundamental issues. Differences and even disputes are fully compatible with deepening alignment and cooperation on strategic matters, he said. The official also underscored the strategic centrality of military power for a stable balance in the region and the significance of defence industrial collaboration between India and the US.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesFrom Saif Ali Khan-Amrita Singh to Bhagyashree-Himalaya Dasani: 5 famous Indian celebrities who eloped and got marriedExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedDivyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya to become parents after 10 years of marriage: From meeting when she was heartbroken to becoming life partners–Their love storyFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayRajasthan 8th Class ResultTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

Signalling a more transactional and interest-driven focus in its ties with India, the US has said that its objective is to work with India to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific that is not founded in naivete or “gauzy abstractions” like the rules-based international order, but in strength, reason, and hard-nosed collaboration. As he laid out the US approach to ties with India in geopolitical and defence spheres, undersecretary of war for policy Elbridge Colby said Tuesday no single no single country can maintain a stable balance of power in Asia. Watch Iran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy Azar Instead, he said, stability will depend on the collective contributions of capable states that share an interest in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Significantly, while he underlined India’s “indispensable” role in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific, Colby made no mention in his speech of Quad, the flagship US Indo-Pacific initiative revived by the first Trump administration. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warGulf Allies Edge Toward Conflict: Saudi grants US base access; UAE shuts Iranian assetsPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumbleThe mechanism, however, seems to have lost some of its salience with Washington after the president’s return to the White House as the US focus shifts from soft power initiatives to shared security outcomes and burden-sharing. The top US official was addressing an event at the Ananta Centre. As there’s no word yet on whether Trump would visit India this year for the Quad summit, hopes of a leaders’ meeting now rest on the France G7 summit in June that may see participation by leaders of all Quad countries. Colby took a swipe at Europe as he stressed that the US is still a rising power under Trump’s leadership but the same could not be said about some of Washington’s traditional partners, even as the US urges them to reinvigorate themselves. India, he said, was far different as a “waxing power”. “As a result, the United States believes that India will play a central role in ensuring a favorable balance of power in the Indo-Pacific. In this context, a strong, confident India is not only good for the Indian people. It is good for Americans as well,” said Colby, who is in India to discuss implementation of the Framework for the US-India Major Defense Partnership. The official suggested that the US may not be interested in framing of the relationship as one based just on shared democratic values, as he said the Indian-American partnership has its roots in practicality. “In line with this, the US approach to the strategic partnership is interests-based and realistic, shaped by geopolitics and incentives as opposed to gauzy aspirations or detached idealism,” said Colby, adding that Washington wants partnerships with vigorous, self-assured states, not with dependencies. Colby also backed external affairs minister S Jaishankar’s remarks that a nationalistic foreign policy outlook is likely to approach the world with more confidence and greater realism, saying this approach resonates with the US. Underlining the significance of “strategic candor” in ties, Colby said strong partnerships benefit from honesty, respect, and strategic clarity. As the bilateral relationship shows signs of recovery after one of its worst phases in recent times, Colby also said that the US and India do not need to agree on everything to cooperate effectively, as long as their interests and objectives increasingly converge on the most fundamental issues. Differences and even disputes are fully compatible with deepening alignment and cooperation on strategic matters, he said. The official also underscored the strategic centrality of military power for a stable balance in the region and the significance of defence industrial collaboration between India and the US.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesFrom Saif Ali Khan-Amrita Singh to Bhagyashree-Himalaya Dasani: 5 famous Indian celebrities who eloped and got marriedExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedDivyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya to become parents after 10 years of marriage: From meeting when she was heartbroken to becoming life partners–Their love storyFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayRajasthan 8th Class ResultTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

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Signalling a more transactional and interest-driven focus in its ties with India, the US has said that its objective is to work with India to ensure peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific that is not founded in naivete or “gauzy abstractions” like the rules-based international order, but in strength, reason, and hard-nosed collaboration. As he…

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Trump administration moves to dismantle Department of Education, shifts student loan operations to Treasury

Trump administration moves to dismantle Department of Education, shifts student loan operations to Treasury

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The Trump administration has moved decisively toward dismantling the federal Department of Education, announcing a landmark interagency agreement that shifts student loan operations to the Department of the Treasury. The transfer positions the Treasury to manage defaulted federal student loans and support repayment efforts, marking what officials describe as the largest step yet in a…

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Neil Armstrong’s 1966 Gemini 8 mission caught on camera: Newly released images show astronauts’ life-or-death struggle in space

Neil Armstrong’s 1966 Gemini 8 mission caught on camera: Newly released images show astronauts’ life-or-death struggle in space

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Newly released photographs from NASA’s Gemini 8 mission show Neil Armstrong and David Scott after an emergency return to Earth in 1966. The images were reportedly taken by Ron McQueeney and have been donated to the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta, Ohio, by McQueeney’s widow. They capture the astronauts on the deck of…

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US President Donald Trump spoke to PM Narendra Modi Tuesday about the West Asia situation, including the need to secure the key energy waterway, Strait of Hormuz, that remains under an Iranian blockade. Modi reiterated India’s support for de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Trump dialled Modi a day after he announced postponement of military strikes on Iranian plants for 5 days, raising hopes of an early cessation of military hostilities, and amid reports that Washington was considering sending Vice President JD Vance to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. This was also the first conversation between the 2 leaders since they spoke in early February, after which Trump announced agreement for a trade deal and lowered tariffs on India from 50 to 18 percent.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warGulf Allies Edge Toward Conflict: Saudi grants US base access; UAE shuts Iranian assetsPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumble Watch US President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of Hormuz “Received a call from President Trump and had a useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia. India supports de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Ensuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, secure and accessible is essential for the whole world,” said Modi in a post on X, adding that they agreed to stay in touch regarding efforts towards peace and stability. According to an Indian readout, Modi noted that safe passage of ships through the Strait is vital for global peace, stability and economic well-being. External affairs minister S Jaishankar had spoken to his counterpart Marco Rubio on Monday about the conflict, its likely impact on the international economy and India’s energy security concerns. The news of Trump calling Modi was broken on social media by US ambassador Sergio Gor, who also told a news channel the president was keeping Modi “in the loop”. Trump and Modi also spoke on a day the former seemed to have endorsed Pakistan’s efforts to play the role of a mediator in the conflict. While Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif publicly offered to host talks between the US and Iran for a “comprehensive settlement” of the war that began on February 28, Trump shared a screenshot of Shehbaz’s post on his Truth Social platform. While Iran has allowed several Indian ships to sail through the Strait in the past 2 weeks, many Indian vessels remain stuck at the chokepoint. Government sources said India remains engaged diplomatically with Tehran to facilitate the movement of these ships. Jaishankar met Iran’s ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Tuesday and shared India’s concerns about the situation, while thanking Iran for its support to Indian nationals in the country. Modi on Tuesday also spoke to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and discussed the evolving situation in West Asia, with particular focus, as he said, on disruptions affecting global energy security. “We reviewed progress on key initiatives aimed at strengthening India-Sri Lanka energy cooperation and enhancing regional security. As close and trusted partners, we reaffirmed our commitment to work closely together in addressing shared challenges,” said Modi in a social media post. India has not officially responded to Trump’s delaying of military action on Iranian energy installations with the MEA only saying the government is closely monitoring developments related to the conflict. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Tuesday both Modi and Jaishankar are stressing in their engagements that peace can be restored only through dialogue and diplomacy. Like many of US’ European allies, India had shown little interest in joining a US-led naval coalition to keep Strait of Hormuz open.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesFrom Saif Ali Khan-Amrita Singh to Bhagyashree-Himalaya Dasani: 5 famous Indian celebrities who eloped and got marriedExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedDivyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya to become parents after 10 years of marriage: From meeting when she was heartbroken to becoming life partners–Their love storyFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayRajasthan 8th Class ResultTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

US President Donald Trump spoke to PM Narendra Modi Tuesday about the West Asia situation, including the need to secure the key energy waterway, Strait of Hormuz, that remains under an Iranian blockade. Modi reiterated India’s support for de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Trump dialled Modi a day after he announced postponement of military strikes on Iranian plants for 5 days, raising hopes of an early cessation of military hostilities, and amid reports that Washington was considering sending Vice President JD Vance to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. This was also the first conversation between the 2 leaders since they spoke in early February, after which Trump announced agreement for a trade deal and lowered tariffs on India from 50 to 18 percent.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warGulf Allies Edge Toward Conflict: Saudi grants US base access; UAE shuts Iranian assetsPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumble Watch US President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of Hormuz “Received a call from President Trump and had a useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia. India supports de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Ensuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, secure and accessible is essential for the whole world,” said Modi in a post on X, adding that they agreed to stay in touch regarding efforts towards peace and stability. According to an Indian readout, Modi noted that safe passage of ships through the Strait is vital for global peace, stability and economic well-being. External affairs minister S Jaishankar had spoken to his counterpart Marco Rubio on Monday about the conflict, its likely impact on the international economy and India’s energy security concerns. The news of Trump calling Modi was broken on social media by US ambassador Sergio Gor, who also told a news channel the president was keeping Modi “in the loop”. Trump and Modi also spoke on a day the former seemed to have endorsed Pakistan’s efforts to play the role of a mediator in the conflict. While Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif publicly offered to host talks between the US and Iran for a “comprehensive settlement” of the war that began on February 28, Trump shared a screenshot of Shehbaz’s post on his Truth Social platform. While Iran has allowed several Indian ships to sail through the Strait in the past 2 weeks, many Indian vessels remain stuck at the chokepoint. Government sources said India remains engaged diplomatically with Tehran to facilitate the movement of these ships. Jaishankar met Iran’s ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Tuesday and shared India’s concerns about the situation, while thanking Iran for its support to Indian nationals in the country. Modi on Tuesday also spoke to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and discussed the evolving situation in West Asia, with particular focus, as he said, on disruptions affecting global energy security. “We reviewed progress on key initiatives aimed at strengthening India-Sri Lanka energy cooperation and enhancing regional security. As close and trusted partners, we reaffirmed our commitment to work closely together in addressing shared challenges,” said Modi in a social media post. India has not officially responded to Trump’s delaying of military action on Iranian energy installations with the MEA only saying the government is closely monitoring developments related to the conflict. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Tuesday both Modi and Jaishankar are stressing in their engagements that peace can be restored only through dialogue and diplomacy. Like many of US’ European allies, India had shown little interest in joining a US-led naval coalition to keep Strait of Hormuz open.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Built A Naval Network But Missed The Red Sea’s Key ChokepointLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar123PhotostoriesFrom Saif Ali Khan-Amrita Singh to Bhagyashree-Himalaya Dasani: 5 famous Indian celebrities who eloped and got marriedExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedDivyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya to become parents after 10 years of marriage: From meeting when she was heartbroken to becoming life partners–Their love storyFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayRajasthan 8th Class ResultTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

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US President Donald Trump spoke to PM Narendra Modi Tuesday about the West Asia situation, including the need to secure the key energy waterway, Strait of Hormuz, that remains under an Iranian blockade. Modi reiterated India’s support for de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest. Trump dialled Modi a day after he announced postponement…

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‘Dutton Ranch’ FIRST teaser: Beth and Rip ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser to release in May

‘Dutton Ranch’ FIRST teaser: Beth and Rip ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser to release in May

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Excitement is in the air as ‘Dutton Ranch’ arrives on May 15, 2026! Dive back into the world of ‘Yellowstone’ with Beth and Rip, exploring the unforgiving terrain of South Texas. The stakes are higher than ever with a formidable foe on their tail. Expect heart-stopping drama, fierce confrontations, and pivotal decisions that will shape…

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‘Can remove 96% microplastics’: High school student builds low-cost filter to tackle water pollution

‘Can remove 96% microplastics’: High school student builds low-cost filter to tackle water pollution

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A high school student in the United States, Mia Heller, has developed a low-cost water filtration prototype that can remove up to 96% of microplastics using a magnetic liquid known as ferrofluid. The project, presented at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2025, offers a simple and potentially affordable approach to a growing global…

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M to boss: Toronto Airport gold heist accused Arsalan Chaudhary pleads guilty to m theft, tells court what he did with money

$1M to boss: Toronto Airport gold heist accused Arsalan Chaudhary pleads guilty to $20m theft, tells court what he did with money

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Arsalan Chaudhary pleads guilty to Canada’s largest gold heist that took place in 2023 at Toronto Pearson Airport. In 2023, the Toronto Pearson Airport witnessed the country’s biggest gold heist as Arsalan Chaudhary masterminded a theft of 6,600 gold bars valued at $22.5 million along with millions in foreign cash. Two Air Canada employees (now…

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New Delhi: A last-minute change in plans will cost you dearly, as the railways have announced a revised rule linking refunds to the timing of ticket cancellations before the scheduled departure of trains. As per the new rule, passengers who cancel their tickets less than eight hours before departure will receive no refund, while cancellations made between eight and 24 hours before departure will result in a 50% deduction.Announcing the changes as a part of ongoing reforms, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday that under the new norm there will be 25% deduction for tickets cancelled between 24 and 72 hours before train’s departure while a minimal amount will be deducted for cancellation before 72 hours. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran warGulf Allies Edge Toward Conflict: Saudi grants US base access; UAE shuts Iranian assetsPossible US-Iran Talks In Islamabad: White House calls situation ‘sensitive’ and ‘fluid’; oil prices tumbleThe new rules will take effect between April 1 and 15.At present, passengers get no refund for cancelling a ticket within four hours and 50% deduction happens for tickets cancelled within 4-12 hours before train departure. Similarly, only 25% is deducted for tickets cancelled within 12-48 hours and there is minimal deduction for cancellation before 48 hours.Vaishnaw said tighter refund norms have been decided after investigation in the light of touts still hoarding some tickets and black marketing them. He said decoy customers sent by railways found how touts take advantage of the provision of last minute cancellation. The changes will discourage black marketing and last-minute sale of tickets by agents, he added.The minister also announced that passengers who have booked online tickets will be able to change the boarding point (station) 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Currently, a change of boarding point is allowed only before preparation of the first chart.Vaishnaw announced reforms in the contracting norms to improve the quality of construction as well. As per the new norms, railways will assess the bid capacity of contractors bidding for all projects above Rs 10 crore. He also said that as per new norms, contractors must carry out works for 60% of total price directly under their own supervision and sub-contracting is allowed to 40%, something that follows PM Narendra Modi’s instructions to infrastructure ministries.Learning from the first Dedicated Freight Corridor project where players without having experience in similar project bagged work, which caused complications, now contractors who have done at least 20% “similar work” will only be eligible to bid. The bidders will also have to submit a detailed execution plan before the project starts for better monitoring and timely execution. Railways will take additional performance guarantee where the successful bidder quotes significantly lower than the estimated project cost.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosLPG Ships Pine Gas And Jag Vasant Safely Cross Hormuz, Crew Hails Indian NavyIran Threats Undermine 10 Million Indian Lives, Israel’s ‘Great Plans With India’: Envoy AzarVessels ‘Going Dark’ In EEZ: Navy Chief Tripathi On ‘Emerging Flash Points’ In Indo-PacificAre Trump’s Iran Announcements Driven By Market Manipulation?; Trump Calls Modi To Discuss Iran WarIAF’s Biggest Aircraft Deal Progress To Replace Aging Fleet , C-130J, C-390 And A400M In RaceUS President Trump Dials PM Modi Amid West Asia Conflict, Discusses Strait Of HormuzIndia’s Rafale Marine Deal May Move Faster Than Planned With Trainer Arrival: Reports’India Indispensable To Asia’: Donald Trump’s War Envoy Colby Signals US Shift Amid West Asia CrisisGovt Calls All-Party Meeting To Discuss West Asia Conflict Amid Opposition Uproar”Foreign Policy Is Compromised…” Rahul Gandhi Blasts PM Modi Over West Asia Crisis123PhotostoriesFrom Saif Ali Khan-Amrita Singh to Bhagyashree-Himalaya Dasani: 5 famous Indian celebrities who eloped and got marriedExclusive – ‘The 50’ Winner Shiv Thakare opens up about his journey, Prince sacrificing his Ticket To Finale for him and his team distracting Faisu during finale taskStop Frying: Chef Sanjeev Kapoor shares 3 ways to prepare sweet potato in an air fryer6 kg vs 10 kg washing machine: How many clothes can your machine handle at a timeWhy women need to think about calcium much earlier than they usually doChennai airport phase-2 international terminal to open by December, set to handle 35 million passengers annually10 foods that were once illegal around the world and why they were bannedDivyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya to become parents after 10 years of marriage: From meeting when she was heartbroken to becoming life partners–Their love storyFrom gold to copper: 5 smart metal investments to make this NavratriRanveer Singh’s Car Collection: Top 5 cars owned by the actor123Hot PicksTrump Iran DealMohammad Bagher GhalibafSan Francisco AirportGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingGolden state warriors vs dallas mavericks injury reportPatrick MahomesJoe MazzullaColombian Military Plane CrashBrittany MahomesWWE Raw News RoundupSilver Rate TodayRajasthan 8th Class ResultTrump Iran DealBihar Board Science Topper

New Delhi: A last-minute change in plans will cost you dearly, as the railways have announced a revised rule linking refunds to the timing of ticket cancellations before the scheduled departure of trains. As per the new rule, passengers who cancel their tickets less than eight hours before departure will receive no refund, while cancellations made between eight and 24 hours before departure will result in a 50% deduction.Announcing the changes as a part of ongoing reforms, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday that under the new norm there will be 25% deduction for tickets cancelled between 24 and 72 hours before train’s departure while a minimal amount will be deducted for cancellation before 72 hours. 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The changes will discourage black marketing and last-minute sale of tickets by agents, he added.The minister also announced that passengers who have booked online tickets will be able to change the boarding point (station) 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Currently, a change of boarding point is allowed only before preparation of the first chart.Vaishnaw announced reforms in the contracting norms to improve the quality of construction as well. As per the new norms, railways will assess the bid capacity of contractors bidding for all projects above Rs 10 crore. He also said that as per new norms, contractors must carry out works for 60% of total price directly under their own supervision and sub-contracting is allowed to 40%, something that follows PM Narendra Modi’s instructions to infrastructure ministries.Learning from the first Dedicated Freight Corridor project where players without having experience in similar project bagged work, which caused complications, now contractors who have done at least 20% “similar work” will only be eligible to bid. The bidders will also have to submit a detailed execution plan before the project starts for better monitoring and timely execution. 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New Delhi: A last-minute change in plans will cost you dearly, as the railways have announced a revised rule linking refunds to the timing of ticket cancellations before the scheduled departure of trains. As per the new rule, passengers who cancel their tickets less than eight hours before departure will receive no refund, while cancellations…

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Actor Kunickaa Sadanand has strongly reacted to trolls circulating an AI-generated image featuring her and singer Kumar Sanu. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Kunickaa issued a sharp warning, calling out the misuse of technology and invasion of privacy. Kunickaa Sadanand has strongly reacted to trolls circulating an AI-generated image featuring her and singer Kumar Sanu….

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