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Iran asking for truce: Trump vows to keep blasting Tehran until Hormuz is free

Donald Trump said Washington would only consider a ceasefire if the Strait of Hormuz is reopened and remains "open, free, and clear", linking any pause in hostilities to maritime access along the crucial oil route.

Trump says new Iranian leadership is less radicalised than predecessors
Warns strikes will continue until Hormuz is open, free, and clear
Threatens Iran will be pushed back to the stone ages

Global

IRGC now Iran's de facto ruler amid rift with President

With the whereabouts of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei not clear, the powerful IRGC has further consolidated its grip over Iran. It has even sidelined the Iranian president, taking vital and sensitive leadership calls.

Jobs

Oracle's layoffs explained: Why the IT giant suddenly fired 30,000 employees

India appears to be among the worst-hit markets, with reports indicating that nearly 12,000 employees may have been laid off out of a workforce of around 30,000.

India News

Irony of Iran war: India to get oil from Tehran first time in 7 years

A crude oil tanker is headed for India with oil from Iran, a first since May 2019. The war has allowed India to buy oil and gas from Russia and Iran, both sanctioned by the US.

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IPL 2026

LSG vs DC Live: Delhi win toss, opt to bowl in Lucknow

IPL 2026 Points table

Teams	PLD	WIN	NRR	PTS
RR	1	1	+4.171	2
RCB	1	1	+2.907	2
MI	1	1	+0.687	2
PBKS	1	1	+0.509	2
GT	1	0	-0.509	0

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Opinion

Iran has the Trump card, Trump has the Joker

Iran is waging an economic war as it fights the military might of the US and Israel. Because causing damage to the US economy is where it will hurt Washington the most.

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IPL 2026

LSG vs DC Live: Delhi win toss, opt to bowl in Lucknow

Lucknow (LSG) vs Delhi (DC) Live Score, IPL 2026: Toss to take place at 7 PM IST. Mayank Yadav, who has been riddled with injuries in the past few years, is showing positive signs ahead of the start of the season. The question remains if the pacer can stay fit all through the season this time.

MAHARASHTRA

You're beautiful, your daughter must be too, cop tells accused woman; suspended

A Maharashtra police officer allegedly asked a woman accused to send her daughter to his home in exchange for money.

Jobs

Oracle lays off 12,000 in India, here is the severance employees say they got

Oracle layoffs have reportedly impacted as many as 30,000 employees across regions. In India, about 12,000 Oracle employees, maybe in line for the dreaded pink slip. Here is how much these laid off employees are likely to get as part of their severance package from Oracle.

How BJP and TMC locked horns over chargesheets

Leaving the voter in a conflicting information landscape, the contenders for power in West Bengal file 'chargesheets' that compress years of governance into competing storylines, each claiming legitimacy and authenticity

India News

Why FCRA Bill triggered a storm, had to he held back | Explained in 5 points

The Centre's proposed changes to the FCRA law have been put on hold for now, following protests from Opposition parties and Kerala church groups. They criticised the Bill, saying it would allow the Centre to take control of minority assets built with foreign donations.

Opposition MPs stage a protest against the FCRA Bill in the Parliament Complex on Wednesday. (PTI Image)

India News

Explosion outside Punjab BJP office in Chandigarh, cops probing cause of blast

The blast occurred in the vicinity of the BJP office, with investigation agencies now trying to ascertain the cause of the explosion and assess the extent of damage.

India News

From 'India Out' to India's help: Quiet shift in neighbourhood amid Iran war

The Iran war and the subsequent energy crisis have severely exposed the vulnerabilities of energy-importing countries like Bangladesh, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. The same countries witnessed an anti-India sentiment during varying periods. However, India, leaving the bitterness behind, has extended a helping hand.

IPL 2026

Not enough money: Adam Zampa dissatisfied with IPL pay, explains move to PSL

Adam Zampa skipped the IPL 2026, citing dissatisfaction with the pay relative to his skills and the league's two-month schedule. Zampa is currently playing for Karachi Kings in PSL 2026.

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The Biju Files

Biju Patnaik: The fighter pilot who defied several empires

India News

IAS officer who did sit-ups on 1st day of posting resigns, says he was sidelined

In his resignation letter, Rinku Singh Rahi, a 2022-batch IAS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has alleged that he was sidelined and not given adequate opportunities to work actively.

SCIENCE

How mangoes are fighting and losing to climate change

In this week's Climate on My Plate, let's look at the king of fruits, what it needs to grow and how climate change is damaging it, and with it many livelihoods and the spirit of summer.

News

From Mughals to Orry: CBSE Class 12 History paper QR code goes off syllabus

CBSE's exam papers are serving more than marks this season: they are serving memes too. After the Class 12 Maths paper went viral for a QR code that led to Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up", the Class 12 History paper on March 30, has now pushed internet personality Orry into the same classroom spotlight!

Bollywood

Pak politician Nabil Gabol reacts to portrayal of Dawood Ibrahim in Dhurandhar 2

Dhurandhar: The Revenge has sparked real-world chatter. Pakistani politician Nabil Gabol has reacted to a scene featuring Dawood Ibrahim in the film.

Global

What will Trump do next? World awaits US President's address with bated breath

Trump is set to address the nation tonight, outlining US's next course of action in the Iran conflict. Amid a deepening global oil crisis, world leaders and markets alike are watching closely. With the Strait of Hormuz remaining disrupted, Trump's next move could have far-reaching consequences for energy markets and global stability. As uncertainty lingers, the stakes extend far beyond the battlefield.

India News

Bihar equation shifts after Rajya Sabha polls, 3 Congress MLAs vote for BJP

At the centre of the political churn in Bihar is cross-voting by three Congress MLAs, who backed the BJP candidate despite the party holding six legislators in the state.

Karnataka News

Video: Woman flung into air after being hit by speeding car in Mangaluru

A woman was seriously injured after she was hit by a speeding car while crossing the road in Bantwal taluk of Mangaluru.

Life

Why shouting at your child in public can have lasting effects

Were you a little harsh with your child when they were being extra demanding at a restaurant? Or did you shout at them when they weren't listening to you at the mall? It might be time to pause and reflect.

It's vital to regulate your behaviour with your child in public, as it deeply impacts them | Photo: Getty Images

Middle East Crisis

Live: Abbas Araghchi says Iran ready for at least 6 months of war with US, Israel

US-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: As the Iran-US-Israel conflict intensifies, multiple flashpoints are emerging across the region, signalling a dangerous escalation. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump is open to asking Middle Eastern allies to help finance ongoing military operations against Iran, even as Tehran insists it will not step back without compensation. Meanwhile, thousands of US Army troops from the elite 82nd Airborne Division have begun arriving in the region, deepening Washington's military footprint. Iranian sources also claimed a Mahan Air civilian plane bound for New Delhi on a humanitarian medicines mission was struck at Mashhad airport. In Tehran, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, in a fourth written statement, hailed Revolutionary Guard Navy chief Alireza Tangsiri as a brave symbol of Iran's Gulf presence. He was killed last week in a strike. Stay with IndiaToday.in for the latest and live updates.

Featurephilia

Not just stress, this is burnout. Can mindfulness fix India's hustle culture?

Stress and burnout are not the same, but many are treating them alike. From exam pressure to workplace fatigue, emotional strain is rising across India. Experts say recognising burnout early and using mindfulness, discipline, and awareness can help students and professionals cope better and protect long-term mental wellbeing.

SCIENCE

Four astronauts to launch to the Moon tonight: All about Artemis-II

Nasa's Artemis-II mission launches tonight at 3:54 am IST, sending four astronauts farther from Earth than any human since Apollo 17 in 1972.

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