Oil prices surged sharply after Iran moved again to block most maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that handles roughly one-fifth of global crude flows, escalating geopolitical tensions and rattling financial markets.Brent crude, the global benchmark, jumped around 7 per cent to $96.88 a barrel, rebounding from Friday’s close, which had…
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland during the English Premier League match against Arsenal. (AP Photo) Manchester City seized control of the Premier League title race with a crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal on Sunday, dealing a major blow to the Gunners’ fading title ambitions.With the season entering its decisive phase, Erling Haaland proved the difference, netting…
The JEE result 2026 will be declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in today, on April 20, 2026. The announcement of the JEE Main result always leads to a state of confusion amongst aspirants, most of whom cannot correlate their scores with the percentile indicated in the result cards. Students…
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, has entered its fifth weekend at the Indian box office with a noticeable slowdown, as the new release Bhooth Bangla impacted its collections.The film, which started its fifth week on a subdued note, collected approximately Rs 2.70 crore net on Friday. According to Sacnilk, it saw a strong…
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Blessing Muzarabani during a practice session. (PTI Photo) The Pakistan Cricket Board has acknowledged that no formal contract was ever sent to Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani for the Pakistan Super League, but has defended its decision to impose a two-year ban, insisting that a “clear verbal agreement” had been reached — a…
AHMEDABAD: With just one win from five matches, Mumbai Indians find themselves in early must-win territory as they take on Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Monday. Rooted to the bottom of the table, MI can ill afford another slip, especially against opponents they have never beaten at this venue.The challenge is formidable….
Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious adaptation of the ‘Ramayana’ has taken the film world by storm, especially after its captivating debut at CinemaCon. Attendees are raving about its breathtaking visuals and epic storytelling. Whispers in the industry point to a promising distribution agreement with Warner Bros., coupled with a bold push for Academy Awards recognition. Read on…
Ashok Sharma of Gujarat Titans celebrates after taking a wicket (AP) Rampura (Jaipur): “Unki Thar nikal jaati hai, aapki bhi nikal jayegi (His car gets through, yours will too),” a young boy quips when asked about the location of India’s new pace sensation Ashok Sharma’s house.Ashok Sharma may be making a lot of noise with…
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Bharat Electronics, and MTAR Technologies are the top stock recommendations by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk for this trading week starting April 20, 2026. The brokerage shares the target prices and rationale. Stock Name CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) MTAR Tech 4857 6000 24%…
The trailer for Dhanush’s upcoming film ‘Kara’ has generated significant excitement, showcasing him as a mysterious bank robber. Directed by Vignesh Raja and featuring a strong supporting cast, the crime thriller promises intense action, gripping mystery, and a potential box office hit. The film’s stylish presentation and engaging storyline have fueled high expectations among fans….