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Dead ball! Umpire pulls up Sri Lankan spinner for copying Usman Tariq action – Watch

Dead ball! Umpire pulls up Sri Lankan spinner for copying Usman Tariq action – Watch

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Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq’s much-debated bowling action is drawing attention across levels of cricket, with its distinct pause before release now being copied by younger players.Tariq’s action, which includes a visible halt before delivering the ball, has already come under scrutiny, with indirect suggestions of chucking from Australia all-rounder Cameron Green.The trend appeared to have…

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CCPA warns hotels, restaurants of action for levying ‘LPG, Gas surcharges’

CCPA warns hotels, restaurants of action for levying ‘LPG, Gas surcharges’

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NEW DELHI: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) on Wednesday warned hotels and restaurants of action in case it found them levying additional charges under heads such as “LPG charges,” “gas surcharge,” and “fuel cost recovery” in food bills.The authority issued an advisory invoking provisions of Consumer Protection Act observing that such charges are being…

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Orissa High Court Typist & DEO recruitment admit card 2026: Check steps to download hall tickets

Orissa High Court Typist & DEO recruitment admit card 2026: Check steps to download hall tickets

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Orissa High Court admit card 2026: Orissa High Court has announced that admit cards for the shortlisted candidates for the Preliminary Examination for Junior Grade Typist and Data Entry Operator posts for Advertisement No. 01/2026 has been made available for download today, i.e., March 25, 2026. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for Sunday, April 5,…

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Vivek Agnihotri, Bhushan Kumar confirm Operation Sindoor film: ‘Some stories are not chosen; they choose you’

Vivek Agnihotri, Bhushan Kumar confirm Operation Sindoor film: ‘Some stories are not chosen; they choose you’

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The conversation around Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s next has taken a clearer shape. After initial reports of him planning a film on Operation Sindoor — India’s military response to the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam — it is now learnt that the project draws from Lt Gen KJS ‘Tiny’ Dhillon’s book, Operation Sindoor: The Untold…

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‘One vengeance for all’: Iran’s AI video targets ‘Statue of Liberty’ in fiery nuclear warning

‘One vengeance for all’: Iran’s AI video targets ‘Statue of Liberty’ in fiery nuclear warning

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Iranian state media reportedly released a provocative AI‑generated video titled “One Vengeance For All” that stitches together images of US‑linked wars and atrocities before showing a missile obliterating a demonic version of the Statue of Liberty, escalating the information war around the ongoing Iran–US–Israel conflict.The 53–54 second montage, attributed to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB and…

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US Army raises enlistment age from 35 to 42, opens doors for older recruits in major recruitment push

US Army raises enlistment age from 35 to 42, opens doors for older recruits in major recruitment push

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In a significant overhaul aimed at boosting enlistment, the US Army has increased its maximum recruitment age from 35 to 42, widening the pool of eligible candidates and aligning itself with other military branches.The revised policy applies across the Regular Army, Army National Guard and Army Reserve. According to the officials, the move is part…

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. At the Indiaspora Global AI Summit on Wednesday, the nonprofit community of Global Indian leaders and management consulting firm Zinnov released two reports detailing AI’s impact on India’s startup and GCC ecosystems. These reports highlight India’s role as a premier global tech hub, exploring how AI is reshaping the world’s most influential companies at an unprecedented pace.The report Top 100 AI Startups in India examines where innovation is thriving, where opportunities remain untapped, and what it will take to build an ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to create products and services with lasting impact. The study of AI and Global Capability Centers confronts a parallel challenge: GCCs, a longtime strength of India’s technology sector, have evolved from cost centers into engines of innovation, yet much of their core work is now exposed to AI-driven displacement.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war82nd Airborne Division to be deployed in Middle East: Inside America’s fastest strike force that once stormed Nazi-occupied France’Lack of permission’: Iran turns back Pakistan-bound ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz The central question is no longer whether GCCs will be affected, but whether they can move fast enough to transform vulnerability into advantage.AI has collapsed the traditional time horizon; transformations that once took a decade now unfold in months. With every new model, the boundaries of work are redrawn, compressing expertise into procedure and procedure into automation. The second report warns that over half of India’s current GCC portfolio remains anchored in commodity and procedural work—the layers most vulnerable to displacement. “The implication is clear: the window for adaptation has closed. The future belongs to GCCs that pivot from execution to co-creation, partnering with AI and startups to solve complex problems and redefine the very nature of a capability center.”“We are at an inflection point where artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology wave, it is a reordering of global capability. What is remarkable is not just the speed of change, but who is driving it. Across startups, enterprises, and research labs, Indians are helping define how AI is built, applied, and scaled worldwide,” M.R. Rangaswami, founder and chairman, Indiaspora, said.India’s top AI start-ups have collectively raised over .6 billion in funding, while generating 6 million in revenue, according to the first report. These enterprises are solving real-world problems across enterprise SaaS, healthcare, logistics, and more. Together, they employ nearly 20,000 people, demonstrating that India’s AI economy is creating tangible economic value at scale.The promise of India’s AI future cannot be realized in isolation. Sustained progress will require robust public infrastructure, strategic policy support, and savvy investment that backs founders solving real problems. The alignment of these forces is already underway, and this report documents the main drivers shaping India’s next generation of AI startups.And a large part of that future will be seen in the GCC’s throughout India. These institutions were built over decades, into sophisticated hubs that evolved far beyond their original cost-and-scale mandate, ultimately delivering deep expertise, strategic judgment, and frontier innovation that rivals headquarters worldwide. For most of that journey, 70–80% of GCC work was execution-focused, a model that rewarded process depth, portfolio breadth, and incremental improvement over long-time horizons.“AI is fundamentally reorganizing how and where innovation happens, compressing what once took decades into cycles of months. What sets India apart at this moment is not just scale, but the ability to build and deploy under real-world complexity—across languages, sectors, and constraints that increasingly mirror global markets. We’re seeing a clear shift—from execution to co-creation—across both startups and global capability centers, as value moves from building models to applying them in consequential ways. The ecosystems that lead from here will be those that can translate this complexity into scalable, applied intelligence, and India is emerging as one of the clearest proving grounds for how that future gets built,” said Pari Natarajan, CEO, Zinnov.The report on start-ups notes that India’s AI startup ecosystem, uniquely engineered by culture, infrastructure, and capital is fast becoming one of the most consequential forces in the global technology landscape. The transformative impact of AI is being felt at every level, from multinational corporations and GCCs to the country’s vibrant startup community. India’s startups are now uniquely positioned to drive innovation that reshapes not only emerging industries but also the established businesses and GCCs already operating on Indian soil. India entered the AI era with a structural advantage few nations can match. For startups, this means faster time-to-market and greater accessibility, making India one of the most favourable environments in the world for AI development.About the AuthorIshani DuttaguptaI’ve been a journalist with The Economic Times for 25+ years; first at the newsdesk of ET, Kolkata & then as a feature writer with the ET Magazine on Sunday in Delhi. I write largely on immigration policy issues and overseas Indians. I also write on entrepreneurs in food & beverages; crafts and education sectors. I’m a Jefferson Fellow 2019 of the East-West Center, Hawaii.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’No Locus Standi To Comment’: India Rejects Pakistan’s Remarks On Asiya Andrabi’s Life SentenceIran Dictates Endgame:Demands Closure Of US Bases In Gulf, Lifting Of Sanctions, Control Over HormuzCentre Pushes PNG: LPG Supply May Be Stopped Where Pipelines Are AvailableWomen’s Quota Bill: What Are The Big Challenges Modi Govt Is Likely To FaceIran Denies Permission To Pakistan-Bound Ship Trying To Cross Hormuz As Indian Ships Sail ThroughDelhi Deputy CM Parvesh Verma Calls Arvind Kejriwal Rehman Dakait In Assembly, Sparks Political RowAmid Hormuz Disruption, India Locks 60 Million Barrels Of Russian Oil To Secure Energy Supply’India And UK Are Now AI Superpowers’, Says Rishi Sunak As India Overtakes UK In Global RankingsOil, War, And A Phone Call: PM Modi Draws India’s Red Line At Strait Of Hormuz In Talks With TrumpHarish Rana Cremated After India’s First Passive Euthanasia Patient Dies Ending 13 Years Of Coma123PhotostoriesFrom being unable to become a cricketer to ‘Dhurandhar’ filmmaker: Aditya Dhar’s inspiring journeyHeart attack prevention guide: Daily habits, diet changes, and medical checks that can save your life7 healthy office snacks to keep handy during summer months with minimum efforts5 cars known for their multiple driving modes for every terrainK-dramas like ‘Crash Landing on You’ that will give you butterflies: ‘Goblin’, ‘Descendants of the Sun’ and moreWatermelon Guide: Smart tips for picking sweet & juicy watermelon and how to check the purity7 iconic canyons from around the world for your adventure travel wishlist‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’: 7 iconic songs featured in Ranveer Singh starrer, from ‘Aari Aari’ to ‘Tirchi Topiwale’ ‘4 things to do in a recession, as per finance guru and ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author Robert Kiyosaki7 tallest buildings of Bengaluru showcasing modern architecture123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFPV drone attackSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingCBSE CTET Result 2026Tom BradyRCB soldRSK MP Board 8th ResultRinku SinghWB ANM GNMHarish RanaMinecraft Bedrock 26-10 UpdateStrait of HormuzBihar Board Science Topper

. At the Indiaspora Global AI Summit on Wednesday, the nonprofit community of Global Indian leaders and management consulting firm Zinnov released two reports detailing AI’s impact on India’s startup and GCC ecosystems. These reports highlight India’s role as a premier global tech hub, exploring how AI is reshaping the world’s most influential companies at an unprecedented pace.The report Top 100 AI Startups in India examines where innovation is thriving, where opportunities remain untapped, and what it will take to build an ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to create products and services with lasting impact. The study of AI and Global Capability Centers confronts a parallel challenge: GCCs, a longtime strength of India’s technology sector, have evolved from cost centers into engines of innovation, yet much of their core work is now exposed to AI-driven displacement.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war82nd Airborne Division to be deployed in Middle East: Inside America’s fastest strike force that once stormed Nazi-occupied France’Lack of permission’: Iran turns back Pakistan-bound ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz The central question is no longer whether GCCs will be affected, but whether they can move fast enough to transform vulnerability into advantage.AI has collapsed the traditional time horizon; transformations that once took a decade now unfold in months. With every new model, the boundaries of work are redrawn, compressing expertise into procedure and procedure into automation. The second report warns that over half of India’s current GCC portfolio remains anchored in commodity and procedural work—the layers most vulnerable to displacement. “The implication is clear: the window for adaptation has closed. The future belongs to GCCs that pivot from execution to co-creation, partnering with AI and startups to solve complex problems and redefine the very nature of a capability center.”“We are at an inflection point where artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology wave, it is a reordering of global capability. What is remarkable is not just the speed of change, but who is driving it. Across startups, enterprises, and research labs, Indians are helping define how AI is built, applied, and scaled worldwide,” M.R. Rangaswami, founder and chairman, Indiaspora, said.India’s top AI start-ups have collectively raised over $3.6 billion in funding, while generating $596 million in revenue, according to the first report. These enterprises are solving real-world problems across enterprise SaaS, healthcare, logistics, and more. Together, they employ nearly 20,000 people, demonstrating that India’s AI economy is creating tangible economic value at scale.The promise of India’s AI future cannot be realized in isolation. Sustained progress will require robust public infrastructure, strategic policy support, and savvy investment that backs founders solving real problems. The alignment of these forces is already underway, and this report documents the main drivers shaping India’s next generation of AI startups.And a large part of that future will be seen in the GCC’s throughout India. These institutions were built over decades, into sophisticated hubs that evolved far beyond their original cost-and-scale mandate, ultimately delivering deep expertise, strategic judgment, and frontier innovation that rivals headquarters worldwide. For most of that journey, 70–80% of GCC work was execution-focused, a model that rewarded process depth, portfolio breadth, and incremental improvement over long-time horizons.“AI is fundamentally reorganizing how and where innovation happens, compressing what once took decades into cycles of months. What sets India apart at this moment is not just scale, but the ability to build and deploy under real-world complexity—across languages, sectors, and constraints that increasingly mirror global markets. We’re seeing a clear shift—from execution to co-creation—across both startups and global capability centers, as value moves from building models to applying them in consequential ways. The ecosystems that lead from here will be those that can translate this complexity into scalable, applied intelligence, and India is emerging as one of the clearest proving grounds for how that future gets built,” said Pari Natarajan, CEO, Zinnov.The report on start-ups notes that India’s AI startup ecosystem, uniquely engineered by culture, infrastructure, and capital is fast becoming one of the most consequential forces in the global technology landscape. The transformative impact of AI is being felt at every level, from multinational corporations and GCCs to the country’s vibrant startup community. India’s startups are now uniquely positioned to drive innovation that reshapes not only emerging industries but also the established businesses and GCCs already operating on Indian soil. India entered the AI era with a structural advantage few nations can match. For startups, this means faster time-to-market and greater accessibility, making India one of the most favourable environments in the world for AI development.About the AuthorIshani DuttaguptaI’ve been a journalist with The Economic Times for 25+ years; first at the newsdesk of ET, Kolkata & then as a feature writer with the ET Magazine on Sunday in Delhi. I write largely on immigration policy issues and overseas Indians. I also write on entrepreneurs in food & beverages; crafts and education sectors. I’m a Jefferson Fellow 2019 of the East-West Center, Hawaii.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’No Locus Standi To Comment’: India Rejects Pakistan’s Remarks On Asiya Andrabi’s Life SentenceIran Dictates Endgame:Demands Closure Of US Bases In Gulf, Lifting Of Sanctions, Control Over HormuzCentre Pushes PNG: LPG Supply May Be Stopped Where Pipelines Are AvailableWomen’s Quota Bill: What Are The Big Challenges Modi Govt Is Likely To FaceIran Denies Permission To Pakistan-Bound Ship Trying To Cross Hormuz As Indian Ships Sail ThroughDelhi Deputy CM Parvesh Verma Calls Arvind Kejriwal Rehman Dakait In Assembly, Sparks Political RowAmid Hormuz Disruption, India Locks 60 Million Barrels Of Russian Oil To Secure Energy Supply’India And UK Are Now AI Superpowers’, Says Rishi Sunak As India Overtakes UK In Global RankingsOil, War, And A Phone Call: PM Modi Draws India’s Red Line At Strait Of Hormuz In Talks With TrumpHarish Rana Cremated After India’s First Passive Euthanasia Patient Dies Ending 13 Years Of Coma123PhotostoriesFrom being unable to become a cricketer to ‘Dhurandhar’ filmmaker: Aditya Dhar’s inspiring journeyHeart attack prevention guide: Daily habits, diet changes, and medical checks that can save your life7 healthy office snacks to keep handy during summer months with minimum efforts5 cars known for their multiple driving modes for every terrainK-dramas like ‘Crash Landing on You’ that will give you butterflies: ‘Goblin’, ‘Descendants of the Sun’ and moreWatermelon Guide: Smart tips for picking sweet & juicy watermelon and how to check the purity7 iconic canyons from around the world for your adventure travel wishlist‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’: 7 iconic songs featured in Ranveer Singh starrer, from ‘Aari Aari’ to ‘Tirchi Topiwale’ ‘4 things to do in a recession, as per finance guru and ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author Robert Kiyosaki7 tallest buildings of Bengaluru showcasing modern architecture123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFPV drone attackSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingCBSE CTET Result 2026Tom BradyRCB soldRSK MP Board 8th ResultRinku SinghWB ANM GNMHarish RanaMinecraft Bedrock 26-10 UpdateStrait of HormuzBihar Board Science Topper

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At the Indiaspora Global AI Summit on Wednesday, the nonprofit community of Global Indian leaders and management consulting firm Zinnov released two reports detailing AI’s impact on India’s startup and GCC ecosystems. These reports highlight India’s role as a premier global tech hub, exploring how AI is reshaping the world’s most influential companies at an…

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Mar 25, 2026, 22:09 IST

Mar 25, 2026, 22:09 IST

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Gurindervir Singh (PTI Photo/Gurinder Osan) NEW DELHI: The final day of the National Indoor Athletics Championships ended with high drama in the men’s 60m race, where Gurindervir Singh won gold and set a new national record. The race took an unexpected turn after favourite Animesh Kujur was disqualified, changing the outcome completely.Gurindervir, running his first…

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Akshay Kumar reacts to age-gap with Wamiqa Gabbi and romancing her in ‘Bhooth Bangla’: ‘Humne pehle dekha nahi hai kya kabhi?’

Akshay Kumar reacts to age-gap with Wamiqa Gabbi and romancing her in ‘Bhooth Bangla’: ‘Humne pehle dekha nahi hai kya kabhi?’

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The conversation around age gaps between actors playing romantic leads has been gaining traction lately. It recently came into focus when 20-year-old Sara Arjun was cast opposite 40-year-old Ranveer Singh in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar, and when 29-year-old Rashmika Mandanna portrayed the wife of 60-year-old Salman Khan in Sikandar.Now, Akshay Kumar, who will next be seen…

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‘I may call up the national guard’: Trump rants amid Iran tensions; blames Democrats for immigration, airport chaos

‘I may call up the national guard’: Trump rants amid Iran tensions; blames Democrats for immigration, airport chaos

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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday accused Democrats of attempting to “create inner chaos” to distract from what he described as a “great military achievement” in Iran, while also escalating his rhetoric on immigration and signaling he may deploy the National Guard to address issues at airports.In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump…

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‘Keep hating’: Influencer slammed for her ‘disgusting details of a new temple in Frisco’ post

‘Keep hating’: Influencer slammed for her ‘disgusting details of a new temple in Frisco’ post

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Texas influencer gets trolled for her ‘disgusting details of a new temple in Frisco’ post. Right-wing influencer Kaylee Campbell, whose claim to fame is hating Indians and Hindus on social media, was schooled after she recently made a ‘disgusting details of a new temple in Frisco’ post. Social media users asked what she found disgusting…

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NEW DELHI: Congress on Wednesday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government for their remark that India does not see itself as a “dalaal” (broker) like Pakistan, questioning it’s past diplomatic outreach.Congress leader Pawan Khera, in a post on X, said, “Was India a ‘Broker Country’ when Modi was desperate to mediate between Russia & Ukraine? Selective brokering or selective memory?”His remarks came after external affairs minister S Jaishankar told leaders at an all-party meeting that India does not act as a “dalaal” nation, amid growing reports of mediation efforts in the ongoing Iran conflict.”We are not a dalaal nation,” Jaishankar is learnt to have said during the meeting convened at the Parliament complex to discuss the West Asia crisis. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war82nd Airborne Division to be deployed in Middle East: Inside America’s fastest strike force that once stormed Nazi-occupied France’Lack of permission’: Iran turns back Pakistan-bound ship trying to pass through Strait of HormuzHe also noted that there was nothing new in Pakistan’s mediation efforts, adding that the country has been “used” by the United States since 1981, according to PTI sources.The meeting took place as countries such as Pakistan and Turkey have stepped up efforts to act as intermediaries between Washington and Tehran in a bid to de-escalate tensions.The sources added that the government refuted the opposition’s charge that New Delhi was silent on the situation, asserting that “we are commenting and responding”.When the Iran embassy was opened, the foreign secretary visited immediately and signed the condolence book, the government told the parties in response to the Opposition’s charge that India displayed moral weakness in not condoling the death of the Iranian Supreme Leader sooner.The government is also said to have informed the parties that its prime concern is ensuring the security of the Indian diaspora living in the Gulf region and fulfilling domestic energy needs.The Opposition, however, said the answers provided at the meeting by the government were “unsatisfactory” and demanded that a debate be held on the West Asia situation in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.Lashing out at the government, Congress’s Tariq Anwar said Pakistan is performing the mediator’s role while “we are still mute spectators”.He said there should be a debate on the situation in Lok Sabha under rule 193 and in Rajya Sabha under rule 176.All Union ministers part of the cabinet committee on Security, defence minister Rajnath Singh, home minister Amit Shah, Jaishankar and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman — represented the government.Union health minister JP Nadda and Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju also attended. foreign secretary Vikram Misri made a presentation before the gathering.Tariq Anwar and Mukul Wasnik of the Congress, Dharmendra Yadav of the Samajwadi Party, Sasmit Patra of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Sanjay Jha of JD-U, Srikant Shinde of Shiv Sena, Sanjay Singh of Aam Aadmi Party, John Brittas of CPI-M, Supriya Sule of NCP (SP), Arvind Sawant of Shiv Sena (UBT), Asaduddin Owaisi of AIMIM were among the Opposition leaders who attended the meeting, which lasted for nearly two hours.The sources said the government conveyed that there is no need for panic as India has enough stock with more crude oil and gas coming.”We have already done advance order. Diversification of sources of oil and gas has been undertaken and now we are procuring from 41 countries,” the government told the meeting.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’No Locus Standi To Comment’: India Rejects Pakistan’s Remarks On Asiya Andrabi’s Life SentenceIran Dictates Endgame:Demands Closure Of US Bases In Gulf, Lifting Of Sanctions, Control Over HormuzCentre Pushes PNG: LPG Supply May Be Stopped Where Pipelines Are AvailableWomen’s Quota Bill: What Are The Big Challenges Modi Govt Is Likely To FaceIran Denies Permission To Pakistan-Bound Ship Trying To Cross Hormuz As Indian Ships Sail ThroughDelhi Deputy CM Parvesh Verma Calls Arvind Kejriwal Rehman Dakait In Assembly, Sparks Political RowAmid Hormuz Disruption, India Locks 60 Million Barrels Of Russian Oil To Secure Energy Supply’India And UK Are Now AI Superpowers’, Says Rishi Sunak As India Overtakes UK In Global RankingsOil, War, And A Phone Call: PM Modi Draws India’s Red Line At Strait Of Hormuz In Talks With TrumpHarish Rana Cremated After India’s First Passive Euthanasia Patient Dies Ending 13 Years Of Coma123PhotostoriesFeeling full too quickly while eating? Gastroenterologists explain the hidden causes, warning signs, and what you can do to improve digestionFrom being unable to become a cricketer to ‘Dhurandhar’ filmmaker: Aditya Dhar’s inspiring journeyHeart attack prevention guide: Daily habits, diet changes, and medical checks that can save your life7 healthy office snacks to keep handy during summer months with minimum efforts5 cars known for their multiple driving modes for every terrainK-dramas like ‘Crash Landing on You’ that will give you butterflies: ‘Goblin’, ‘Descendants of the Sun’ and moreWatermelon Guide: Smart tips for picking sweet & juicy watermelon and how to check the purity7 iconic canyons from around the world for your adventure travel wishlist‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’: 7 iconic songs featured in Ranveer Singh starrer, from ‘Aari Aari’ to ‘Tirchi Topiwale’ ‘4 things to do in a recession, as per finance guru and ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author Robert Kiyosaki123Hot PicksTrain ticket refund ruleFPV drone attackSonia GandhiGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingCBSE CTET Result 2026Tom BradyRCB soldRSK MP Board 8th ResultRinku SinghWB ANM GNMHarish RanaMinecraft Bedrock 26-10 UpdateStrait of HormuzBihar Board Science Topper

NEW DELHI: Congress on Wednesday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government for their remark that India does not see itself as a “dalaal” (broker) like Pakistan, questioning it’s past diplomatic outreach.Congress leader Pawan Khera, in a post on X, said, “Was India a ‘Broker Country’ when Modi was desperate to mediate between Russia & Ukraine? Selective brokering or selective memory?”His remarks came after external affairs minister S Jaishankar told leaders at an all-party meeting that India does not act as a “dalaal” nation, amid growing reports of mediation efforts in the ongoing Iran conflict.”We are not a dalaal nation,” Jaishankar is learnt to have said during the meeting convened at the Parliament complex to discuss the West Asia crisis. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Amazon Web Services ‘disrupted’ following drone attack in Bahrain; Saudi, UAE mull joining Iran war82nd Airborne Division to be deployed in Middle East: Inside America’s fastest strike force that once stormed Nazi-occupied France’Lack of permission’: Iran turns back Pakistan-bound ship trying to pass through Strait of HormuzHe also noted that there was nothing new in Pakistan’s mediation efforts, adding that the country has been “used” by the United States since 1981, according to PTI sources.The meeting took place as countries such as Pakistan and Turkey have stepped up efforts to act as intermediaries between Washington and Tehran in a bid to de-escalate tensions.The sources added that the government refuted the opposition’s charge that New Delhi was silent on the situation, asserting that “we are commenting and responding”.When the Iran embassy was opened, the foreign secretary visited immediately and signed the condolence book, the government told the parties in response to the Opposition’s charge that India displayed moral weakness in not condoling the death of the Iranian Supreme Leader sooner.The government is also said to have informed the parties that its prime concern is ensuring the security of the Indian diaspora living in the Gulf region and fulfilling domestic energy needs.The Opposition, however, said the answers provided at the meeting by the government were “unsatisfactory” and demanded that a debate be held on the West Asia situation in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.Lashing out at the government, Congress’s Tariq Anwar said Pakistan is performing the mediator’s role while “we are still mute spectators”.He said there should be a debate on the situation in Lok Sabha under rule 193 and in Rajya Sabha under rule 176.All Union ministers part of the cabinet committee on Security, defence minister Rajnath Singh, home minister Amit Shah, Jaishankar and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman — represented the government.Union health minister JP Nadda and Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju also attended. foreign secretary Vikram Misri made a presentation before the gathering.Tariq Anwar and Mukul Wasnik of the Congress, Dharmendra Yadav of the Samajwadi Party, Sasmit Patra of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Sanjay Jha of JD-U, Srikant Shinde of Shiv Sena, Sanjay Singh of Aam Aadmi Party, John Brittas of CPI-M, Supriya Sule of NCP (SP), Arvind Sawant of Shiv Sena (UBT), Asaduddin Owaisi of AIMIM were among the Opposition leaders who attended the meeting, which lasted for nearly two hours.The sources said the government conveyed that there is no need for panic as India has enough stock with more crude oil and gas coming.”We have already done advance order. Diversification of sources of oil and gas has been undertaken and now we are procuring from 41 countries,” the government told the meeting.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’No Locus Standi To Comment’: India Rejects Pakistan’s Remarks On Asiya Andrabi’s Life SentenceIran Dictates Endgame:Demands Closure Of US Bases In Gulf, Lifting Of Sanctions, Control Over HormuzCentre Pushes PNG: LPG Supply May Be Stopped Where Pipelines Are AvailableWomen’s Quota Bill: What Are The Big Challenges Modi Govt Is Likely To FaceIran Denies Permission To Pakistan-Bound Ship Trying To Cross Hormuz As Indian Ships Sail ThroughDelhi Deputy CM Parvesh Verma Calls Arvind Kejriwal Rehman Dakait In Assembly, Sparks Political RowAmid Hormuz Disruption, India Locks 60 Million Barrels Of Russian Oil To Secure Energy Supply’India And UK Are Now AI Superpowers’, Says Rishi Sunak As India Overtakes UK In Global RankingsOil, War, And A Phone Call: PM Modi Draws India’s Red Line At Strait Of Hormuz In Talks With TrumpHarish Rana Cremated After India’s First Passive Euthanasia Patient Dies Ending 13 Years Of Coma123PhotostoriesFeeling full too quickly while eating? 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NEW DELHI: Congress on Wednesday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led central government for their remark that India does not see itself as a “dalaal” (broker) like Pakistan, questioning it’s past diplomatic outreach.Congress leader Pawan Khera, in a post on X, said, “Was India a ‘Broker Country’ when Modi was desperate to mediate…

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US-Iran war: Why India is facing an LPG crisis — explained in charts

US-Iran war: Why India is facing an LPG crisis — explained in charts

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India is facing one of its worst LPG crises in decades, as disruptions triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict ripple through global energy supply chains and begin to impact domestic availability of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG).With imports slowing, prices rising and distribution systems under strain, the government has moved to prioritise household supply, cutting…

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Dhurandhar 2: Shiva Rajkumar reviews Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, lauds Aditya Dhar’s vision: ‘Absolutely fantastic’ | Hindi Movie News

Dhurandhar 2: Shiva Rajkumar reviews Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, lauds Aditya Dhar’s vision: ‘Absolutely fantastic’ | Hindi Movie News

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The buzz around Dhurandhar: The Revenge shows no signs of fading even as the film completes a week in theatres. Directed by Aditya Dhar and led by Ranveer Singh, the spy thriller continues its dream run at the box office, drawing praise from across industries. The latest to join the chorus is Kannada superstar Shiva…

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