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NEW DELHI- Twenty Indian-flagged vessels with 540 Indian seafarers remain in the western Persian Gulf region in the midst of war and are being actively monitored, the government said on March 28. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has put in place necessary

BENGALURU- Talismanic batter Virat Kohli credited his recent ODI form for helping him maintain rhythm and momentum as he returned to T20 cricket with an unbeaten 69, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in

NEW DELHI- Sanju Samson is stepping into unfamiliar territory this IPL season, but the transition to the Chennai Super Kings already appears to be going okay. On the eve of their 2026 campaign opener against his former side, the Rajasthan

KOLKATA- Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have unveiled their practice jersey for the 2026 Indian Premier League season, marking the first time the franchise has introduced a training kit for fans to purchase. The move follows an overwhelming response to

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India has secured enough crude oil supplies to cover the next 60 days, cushioning the country against disruptions in shipments from the Middle East and ensuring continued fuel availability, according to a government statement released

KATHMANDU - Balendra Shah, the parliamentary party leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Nepal. The 35-year-old leader is the youngest elected Prime Minister of Nepal. President Ram Chandra Poudel on

ISLAMABAD - Terming his father and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's detention "arbitrary", Kasim Khan has raised serious concerns at the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) session in Geneva over the Pakistani authorities' treatment, which he said breaches

NEW DELHI - Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) on March 26 refuted reports that it has purchased Iranian crude, calling the reports "baseless." Reports earlier claimed that RIL had purchased 5 million barrels of Iranian crude after the US administration temporarily removed

NEW DELHI - India recorded an unprecedented foodgrain output of 357.73 million metric tonnes (MMT) in the agricultural year 2024-25, marking an increase of 25.43 MMT over the preceding year, reflecting sustained gains in productivity, improved input management, and strengthened

CHENNAI- Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have inducted former players Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into the franchise’s first-ever Hall of Fame during their Roar ’26 fan event at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on March 22. The franchise unveiled the

MOSCOW/NEW DELHI- External Affairs Minister (EAM) Jaishankar on March 24 said that, guided by its humanity-first and people-centric approach during its ongoing BRICS chairship, India remains focused on deepening engagement with Russia to collectively address common challenges through a balanced

BENGALURU - A consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group and the Times of India Group has acquired the defending Indian Premier League champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for $1.78 billion (Rs 16,725 crore approx.). Bolt Ventures (Bolt) and Blackstone's perpetual

NEW DELHI -Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 23 said that over 3,75,000 Indians have returned to India from nations in the Middle East, including 1,000 from Iran, and reaffirmed his government's commitment to provide every possible assistance to those

MUMBAI- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the schedule for the IPL Fan Parks 2026 during the first three weekends, coinciding with the start of the Indian Premier League  2026. The Fan Parks will be set

NEW DELHI - The Indian government announced on March 24 that it has intensified regulatory surveillance to combat the unauthorized sale and promotion of generic GLP-1 weight loss drugs. This move follows the recent introduction of several generic variants into

WASHINGTON, DC- India’s economic momentum is facing a fresh strain as the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran disrupts its deep-rooted ties with the Gulf, a key pillar of trade, energy supplies, and remittances, according to a New York Times report. Only

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Swami Swaroopananda, the global head of Chinmaya Mission, officially invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate the grand finale of the Chinmaya Movement’s 75 year celebrations, scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam here, in

NEW DELHI-Amid the global supply chain crisis, a large cargo ship carrying liquefied petroleum gas from the US has arrived at the Mangalore Port in the country. The Pyxis Pioneer cargo ship, carrying LPG from Texas, successfully docked at the port. Before

NEW DELHI- India on March 20 delivered a 2.5-tonne consignment of emergency medicines, medical disposables, kits and equipment to Afghanistan to support the treatment of those injured in Pakistan's recent attack on a hospital in Kabul. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

NEW YORK, NY - India has reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) will be held in abeyance till “the global epicenter of terror” Pakistan mends its ways. Pakistan “must uphold the sanctity of human life before talking of upholding the

NEW DELHI- After India successfully defended their T20 World Cup crown, chairman of the men’s senior selection committee Ajit Agarkar has reportedly sought an extension to his tenure until the 2027 ODI World Cup. Agarkar, who has been chairman of the

NEW DELHI- At least 882 Indian nationals stranded in Iran, including students, business professionals, and pilgrims, are making their way back home through Azerbaijan and Armenia, with many already having arrived, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on March 19. “Several

LUCKNOW - Comedian and actor Harsh Gujral recently attended the wedding reception of Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav and Vanshika Chadha. Speaking there, Gujral highlighted their shared roots in Kanpur, noting that the two grew up as neighbors. He fondly recalled their

NEW DELHI -The recent arrest of an alleged trainer in military warfare in India and last year’s espionage-linked death in Bangladesh point to a larger vulnerability and competing intelligence agendas in the region, despite being separate incidents tied coincidentally only

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India is grappling with a deepening LPG crisis triggered by supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate in the Iran–US–Israel conflict, with signs of distress visible across households and industry even as

WASHINGTON, DC -Extremist networks linked to ISIS have called for attacks against Hindus in India and across South and Southeast Asia, even as they praised recent violence in the United States and expanded online recruitment, according to a new report

MUMBAI -Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan has been asked to submit an affidavit if she wishes to seek blessings at the Badrinath and Kedarnath temples. On March 17, Badri-Kedar Temple Committee Chairman Hemant Dwivedi spoke with the media and said that

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Iran has demanded that India release three tankers seized earlier this year as negotiations continue over the safe passage of Indian flagged and India-bound ships through the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports by Reuters. Tehran has also

NEW DELHI- Legendary India batter Rahul Dravid said he was humbled to receive the Lifetime Achievement honor at the recent BCCI annual awards ceremony, adding that his life in cricket is akin to a torchbearer passing on the legacy of

NEW DELHI -Two-time Olympian Arif Mohammad Khan has is urging the Union sports ministry to develop world-class infrastructure on the slopes of Gulmarg to help Indian athletes prepare for international winter sports competitions. The 36-year-old recently made history for India at

NEW DELHI/TEHRAN — India has secured a vital diplomatic breakthrough as Iran agreed to allow Indian-flagged tankers safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz following intensive talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. This

NEW DELHI - India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah expressed his gratitude following India’s historic T20 World Cup triumph, stating that he chose cricket specifically to embrace the most challenging roles. Bumrah acted as the wrecker-in-chief in the final against New

MUMBAI -The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the schedule for the first phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played from March 28 to April 12. "As three states are scheduled to undergo State

Photo: Reuters India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India on March 11 condemned an attack on a Thai-flagged cargo vessel headed for Gujarat’s Kandla port after it was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a fire and

MUMBAI- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has declared a massive cash reward of Rs. 131 crores for the Indian team after their victorious run in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The Men in Blue, who

NEW DELHI- Indian wrestler-turned-MMA fighter Sangram Singh is intensifying preparations for his upcoming mixed martial arts (MMA) bout with the support of a seven-member team that closely monitors every aspect of his training, from coaching and flexibility sessions to weight

NEW DELHI- As the country continues to focus on cricket at the expense of other sport, two-time Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu hailed Lakshya Sen’s “phenomenal run” in the All England Open 2026 after he went down 21-15, 22-20 to

DUBAI- Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, the Player of the Tournament, leads the victorious team after scoring 321 runs in just five innings. Initially not part of the Indian XI, Samson distinguished himself with Player of the Match awards against West Indies

AHMEDABAD -India captain Suryakumar Yadav emphasized the importance of backing players during difficult phases, saying trust and support within the dressing room played a key role in India’s triumphant campaign at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. After India defeated New

AHMEDABAD-India’s triumphant campaign at the Men’s T20 World Cup came with heartfelt acknowledgements from head coach Gautam Gambhir, who dedicated the historic victory to former head coach Rahul Dravid, from whom he took the baton, VVS Laxman, the head of

AHMEDABAD-The ghosts of the past were finally laid to rest at the Narendra Modi Stadium as India delivered a masterclass against New Zealand to retain their ICC T20 World Cup title with a 96-run win on March 8. In a poetic

NEW DELHI -Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw announced his engagement to his girlfriend Akriti Agarwal on March 8, sharing a set of romantic photographs on social media that quickly grabbed attention online. In the pictures posted by Shaw, the right-handed batter can

MUMBAI- Sachin Tendulkar has expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans, friends, and well-wishers for their love and blessings following the wedding of his son Arjun Tendulkar to Saaniya Chandhok. “As Arjun and Saaniya begin this new chapter together, we feel incredibly grateful

MUMBAI- Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul, and ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 ambassador Rohit Sharma were among several prominent personalities present at the Wankhede Stadium for the tournament’s semi-final contest between defending champions India

MUMBAI- As the T20 World Cup nears its conclusion, with India and New Zealand set to lock horns in the summit clash on March 8 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the ICC has unveiled the best performers from the ongoing

MUMBAI- A day after edging England by seven runs in a pulsating semi-final of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, Suryakumar Yadav-led India departed from Mumbai to Ahmedabad for the title clash against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - The escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran is disrupting key export sectors in Gujarat, with the diamond trade facing immediate logistics bottlenecks and the ceramic industry warning of potential shutdowns due to

CHENNAI -Escalating tensions in the Middle East have severely disrupted export activity across parts of southern India, with shipments of fruits, vegetables, fish products, textiles, garments and wet grinders facing major delays or coming to a halt as key air

DOHA- The Indian men's national basketball team captain Gurbaz Sandhu shared the experience from Doha, Qatar, where the team has been stranded due to the West Asia crisis, saying, “The team heard the missile interceptions over Doha on March 5,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI/MUMBAI -Thirty-eight Indian-flagged ships carrying crude oil and LNG, along with nearly 1,100 seafarers, remain stranded in the Persian Gulf amid escalating tensions in West Asia, officials said March 3. Authorities said 24 of the vessels are positioned