News Update : Israeli F-16 hit? IRGC claims jet struck over central Iran; IDF says aircraft not damaged - TOI WORLD DESK

Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have downed an Israeli F-16 over central Iran, a charge Israel denies, stating only that one of its aircraft faced missile fire without sustaining damage. This incident follows Iran's earlier assertion of damaging a US F-35. Independent verification of any aircraft being hit remains elusive. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have downed an Israeli F-16 over central Iran, a charge Israel denies, stating only that one of its aircraft faced missile fire without sustaining damage. This incident follows Iran's earlier assertion of damaging a US F-35. Independent verification of any aircraft being hit remains elusive. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/israeli-f-16-hit-irgc-claims-jet-struck-over-central-iran-idf-says-aircraft-not-damaged/articleshow/129720773.cms Date: 2026-03-21T14:40:20.000Z

News Update : Air India sends 'wrong' Boeing 777 to Canada from Delhi - SAURABH SINHA

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/no-entry-air-india-sends-wrong-boeing-777-to-canada-from-delhi-asks-it-to-return-from-over-china/articleshow/129696996.cms Date: 2026-03-20T09:25:08.000Z

News Update : From 'freedom' to 'fury': 23 years on, how US is caught in costly war loop in Middle East - VIVEK DUBEY

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/defence/international/us-iran-israel-war-iraq-2003-invasion-operation-epic-fury-how-us-is-caught-in-costly-war-loop-in-middle-east/articleshow/129679458.cms Date: 2026-03-19T12:46:21.000Z

News Update : Pakistan, China pose biggest nuclear threat to US, says Tulsi Gabbard - TOI WORLD DESK

US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard identified Pakistan as a major nuclear threat, alongside Iran, China, Russia, and North Korea. These nations are developing advanced missile systems capable of reaching the US homeland. Gabbard also noted North Korea's growing ties with Russia and China, while stating Iran's nuclear program was effectively halted last June. US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard identified Pakistan as a major nuclear threat, alongside Iran, China, Russia, and North Korea. These nations are developing advanced missile systems capable of reaching the US homeland. Gabbard also noted North Korea's growing ties with Russia and China, while stating Iran's nuclear program was effectively halted last June. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/pakistan-china-pose-biggest-nuclear-threat-to-us-says-tulsi-gabbard/articleshow/129659027.cms Date: 2026-03-18T14:24:21.000Z

News Update : 'Iran posed no threat': Trump's counterterror chief resigns, cites Israel 'pressure' - TOI WORLD DESK

A top counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned, stating Iran posed no imminent threat and the US-Iran conflict was driven by Israeli pressure and misinformation. Kent, a veteran and Gold Star husband, cited his personal losses and the deceptive tactics used to push for war, echoing the Iraq War's origins. He urged President Trump to reconsider the current path. A top counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned, stating Iran posed no imminent threat and the US-Iran conflict was driven by Israeli pressure and misinformation. Kent, a veteran and Gold Star husband, cited his personal losses and the deceptive tactics used to push for war, echoing the Iraq War's origins. He urged President Trump to reconsider the current path. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/iran-posed-no-threat-trumps-counterterror-chief-resigns-cites-israel-pressure/articleshow/129634610.cms Date: 2026-03-17T13:58:56.000Z

News Update : Iran asks India to return 3 seized tankers amid Strait of Hormuz talks: Report - TOI WORLD DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/gulf-crisis-iran-seeks-return-of-3-tankers-seized-by-india-in-return-for-hormuz-safe-passage-says-report/articleshow/129610205.cms Date: 2026-03-16T13:34:58.000Z

News Update : Kerala, Assam & Puducherry vote on April 9, TN on April 23, 2-phase polling in WB; results May 4 - TOI NEWS DESK

The Election Commission has unveiled the assembly poll schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Key political players like Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, and Himanta Biswa Sarma are gearing up for intense electoral battles across these states and the Union Territory. The Election Commission has unveiled the assembly poll schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Key political players like Mamata Banerjee, MK Stalin, and Himanta Biswa Sarma are gearing up for intense electoral battles across these states and the Union Territory. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/assembly-election-2026-date-schedule-voting-phase-result-counting-polls-4-states-1-ut-full-details-election-commission/articleshow/129586874.cms Date: 2026-03-15T11:02:22.000Z

News Update : Pak employees face heat: Up to 30% salary cuts in state firms amid fuel crisis - TOI WORLD DESK

Pakistan's Prime Minister has approved significant salary cuts for state-owned enterprise employees, ranging from 5 to 30 percent, as part of a broad austerity drive. This move follows a sharp fuel price hike linked to the Middle East conflict. The government is also reducing fuel allocations for official vehicles and banning new purchases to fund public relief efforts. Pakistan's Prime Minister has approved significant salary cuts for state-owned enterprise employees, ranging from 5 to 30 percent, as part of a broad austerity drive. This move follows a sharp fuel price hike linked to the Middle East conflict. The government is also reducing fuel allocations for official vehicles and banning new purchases to fund public relief efforts. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/pakistan-employees-face-the-heat-pm-shehbaz-sharif-approves-up-to-30-salary-cuts-in-state-firms-amid-fuel-crisis/articleshow/129575129.cms Date: 2026-03-14T13:21:29.000Z

News Update : 'Wounded and likely disfigured': How US reacted to Mojtaba Khamenei's first statement - TOI WORLD DESK

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth claimed Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is wounded and "likely disfigured" following an air strike. Hegseth cited the absence of a voice or video message from Khamenei as evidence of his condition and lack of legitimacy. Meanwhile, Iranian President's son stated Khamenei is "safe and sound." US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth claimed Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is wounded and "likely disfigured" following an air strike. Hegseth cited the absence of a voice or video message from Khamenei as evidence of his condition and lack of legitimacy. Meanwhile, Iranian President's son stated Khamenei is "safe and sound." Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/wounded-and-likely-disfigured-how-us-reacted-to-irans-supreme-leader-mojtaba-khameneis-first-statement/articleshow/129555051.cms Date: 2026-03-13T13:27:43.000Z

News Update : 'We make lot of money': Trump on rising oil prices amid US-Iran war - TOI BUSINESS DESK

President Donald Trump said that US gains from higher oil prices. However, his main focus is stopping Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. He described Iran as an "evil empire" whose nuclear ambitions threaten global stability. The conflict with Iran has entered its thirteenth day. The US has reportedly spent over $11. President Donald Trump said that US gains from higher oil prices. However, his main focus is stopping Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. He described Iran as an "evil empire" whose nuclear ambitions threaten global stability. The conflict with Iran has entered its thirteenth day. The US has reportedly spent over $11. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/we-make-lot-of-money-trump-on-rising-oil-prices-says-stopping-evil-empire-iran-is-of-greater-interest/articleshow/129510838.cms Date: 2026-03-12T14:10:37.000Z

News Update : RCB vs SRH to kick off IPL 2026 at Chinnaswamy on March 28 - Full schedule inside - TOI SPORTS DESK

IPL 2026 kicks off March 28 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in a Bengaluru opener. The BCCI announced the first 20 days of the schedule, featuring 20 matches across 10 venues. Full schedule awaits state election dates. IPL 2026 kicks off March 28 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in a Bengaluru opener. The BCCI announced the first 20 days of the schedule, featuring 20 matches across 10 venues. Full schedule awaits state election dates. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2026-schedule-announced-chinnaswamy-to-host-rcb-vs-srh-in-tournament-opener-on-march-28/articleshow/129463764.cms Date: 2026-03-11T14:03:08.000Z

News Update : TACO vs Tehran: Who will blink first—Trump or Khamenei? - TOI WORLD DESK

On Day 11 of the US-Iran war, President Trump claims devastating military losses and a swift end, while Iran signals prolonged resistance. This conflict is evolving into a test of endurance, with Iran aiming to outlast Washington and Israel through attrition and disruption, while Trump faces domestic pressure from rising oil prices and potential midterm backlash. On Day 11 of the US-Iran war, President Trump claims devastating military losses and a swift end, while Iran signals prolonged resistance. This conflict is evolving into a test of endurance, with Iran aiming to outlast Washington and Israel through attrition and disruption, while Trump faces domestic pressure from rising oil prices and potential midterm backlash. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/taco-vs-tehran-who-will-blink-firsttrump-or-khamenei/articleshow/129391478.cms Date: 2026-03-10T11:03:20.000Z

News Update : A new Khamenei as Supreme Leader, oil above $100: Did Trump miscalculate Iran? - TOI WORLD DESK

Operation Epic Fury escalates as Iran installs Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader following his father's death. With oil prices soaring above $100 a barrel and attacks widening across the region, the conflict is morphing into a larger, riskier war with no clear end in sight. Operation Epic Fury escalates as Iran installs Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader following his father's death. With oil prices soaring above $100 a barrel and attacks widening across the region, the conflict is morphing into a larger, riskier war with no clear end in sight. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/a-new-khamenei-as-supreme-leader-oil-above-100-did-trump-miscalculate-iran/articleshow/129329012.cms Date: 2026-03-09T12:03:17.000Z

News Update : 'Why? Why? Why?' Mamata questions timing of President venue row before Bengal polls - TOI NEWS DESK

Speaking from the central Kolkata sit-in platform, Banerjee responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s criticism earlier in the day, in which he accused the TMC government of “insulting” a woman tribal leader and the President of the country. In reply, Banerjee displayed an enlarged photograph showing the Prime Minister seated beside veteran BJP leader LK Advani while the President stood nearby. Speaking from the central Kolkata sit-in platform, Banerjee responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s criticism earlier in the day, in which he accused the TMC government of “insulting” a woman tribal leader and the President of the country. In reply, Banerjee displayed an enlarged photograph showing the Prime Minister seated beside veteran BJP leader LK Advani while the President stood nearby. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/why-why-why-mamata-questions-timing-of-president-venue-row-before-bengal-polls/articleshow/129262543.cms Date: 2026-03-08T12:22:13.000Z

News Update : 'Insult to Prez Murmu': PM Modi attacks TMC govt over Santal event row; Mamata hits back - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/murmu-mamata-row-escalates-pm-modi-says-tmc-govt-crossed-all-limits-bengal-cm-advises-president-dont-indulge-in-politics/articleshow/129218648.cms Date: 2026-03-07T14:33:55.000Z

News Update : Russia giving Iran real-time intel on US warships, aircraft: Report - TOI WORLD DESK

Russia is reportedly sharing intelligence on US military assets in the Middle East with Iran, potentially aiding Tehran's targeting of American forces. This alleged assistance, detailed by officials, could explain the precision of recent Iranian strikes. While the US downplays Russian involvement, the move highlights shifting geopolitical alliances amid ongoing regional conflicts. Russia is reportedly sharing intelligence on US military assets in the Middle East with Iran, potentially aiding Tehran's targeting of American forces. This alleged assistance, detailed by officials, could explain the precision of recent Iranian strikes. While the US downplays Russian involvement, the move highlights shifting geopolitical alliances amid ongoing regional conflicts. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/russia-helping-iran-moscow-providing-real-time-intelligence-to-tehran-on-american-military-assets/articleshow/129155475.cms Date: 2026-03-06T12:49:17.000Z

News Update : Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose resigns ahead of assembly polls - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/west-bengal-governor-cv-ananda-bose-resigns-ahead-of-assembly-polls/articleshow/129095957.cms Date: 2026-03-05T14:14:24.000Z

News Update : Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to head to Rajya Sabha - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/bihar-cm-nitish-kumar-to-head-to-rajya-sabha/articleshow/129031559.cms Date: 2026-03-04T14:08:07.000Z

News Update : Middle East on boil: Russia says ready to help India with energy supplies in case of disruption - TOI BUSINESS DESK

Russia has offered energy supply support to India amidst Middle East tensions. New Delhi, while monitoring the escalating Gulf crisis, assures sufficient crude oil and petroleum product reserves. Diversified sourcing and strategic stockpiles provide a buffer, with a 24/7 control room ensuring national energy security and protecting citizens in the region. Russia has offered energy supply support to India amidst Middle East tensions. New Delhi, while monitoring the escalating Gulf crisis, assures sufficient crude oil and petroleum product reserves. Diversified sourcing and strategic stockpiles provide a buffer, with a 24/7 control room ensuring national energy security and protecting citizens in the region. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/middle-east-on-boil-russia-says-ready-to-help-india-with-energy-supplies-in-case-of-disruption/articleshow/128976951.cms Date: 2026-03-03T14:29:00.000Z

News Update : Oil supply in trouble? Centre holds key meet as Iran attacks Saudi Arabia, Qatar - TOI BUSINESS DESK

India is closely monitoring its crude oil and fuel supply amid escalating Middle East tensions. The government assures domestic availability and affordability of petroleum products. Disruptions in Qatar's LNG production and Saudi Arabia's oil refinery have already impacted global markets, with European gas prices surging. India is closely monitoring its crude oil and fuel supply amid escalating Middle East tensions. The government assures domestic availability and affordability of petroleum products. Disruptions in Qatar's LNG production and Saudi Arabia's oil refinery have already impacted global markets, with European gas prices surging. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/india-assesses-oil-availability-as-west-asia-crisis-deepens-assures-affordability/articleshow/128948963.cms Date: 2026-03-02T14:16:10.000Z

News Update : Khamenei dead, Iranians flood streets: Trump wants protesters to ‘take over,' but can they? - TOI WORLD DESK

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, triggering celebrations and mourning across the nation. The US and Israel see this as an opportunity for regime change, while Iran's leadership signals escalation with retaliatory strikes. The country faces a critical juncture as popular anger clashes with the security apparatus's control. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, triggering celebrations and mourning across the nation. The US and Israel see this as an opportunity for regime change, while Iran's leadership signals escalation with retaliatory strikes. The country faces a critical juncture as popular anger clashes with the security apparatus's control. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/defence/international/khamenei-dead-iranians-celebrate-can-protesters-finally-topple-the-regime/articleshow/128917132.cms Date: 2026-03-01T13:44:27.000Z