Trump signals possible Iran deal amid escalation

IANS | March 30, 2026 6:56 AM

Washington, March 30 (IANS) President Donald Trump said that a deal with Iran may be close, even as he described extensive US strikes that he said had weakened the country’s military and leadership and accelerated negotiations.

Trump says Cuba ‘will be next’ as crisis deepens

IANS | March 30, 2026 6:52 AM

Washington, March 30 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said Cuba “will be next” to face collapse, describing the island nation as a failing state while signalling Washington’s willingness to allow oil shipments to ease conditions for its people.

Trump weighs Iran strike as talks begin

IANS | March 30, 2026 6:34 AM

Washington, March 30 (IANS) Iran has warned it would retaliate if the United States launches a ground invasion, even as President Donald Trump weighs a risky military operation to seize Tehran’s uranium and regional powers push for talks to contain the conflict, according to reports by US media.

US lawmakers clash over troops, war powers

IANS | March 30, 2026 6:29 AM

Washington, March 30 (IANS) US lawmakers are sharply divided over the prospect of deploying ground troops in Iran, with senior politicians warning of escalating risks, unclear objectives and the need for Congressional approval.

Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee dies after drowning in sea

IANS | March 29, 2026 11:55 PM

Mumbai, March 29 (IANS) Actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, who predominantly worked in Bengali cinema, tragically lost his life after drowning in the sea at Talsari during a shooting assignment. He was 43 years old at the time of his death. Reports indicate that Rahul had traveled to the coastal location to film scenes for an upcoming television serial titled ‘Bhole Baba Par Karega’. During the course of the shoot, he reportedly entered the sea, where the unfortunate incident occurred.

IPL 2026: Rohit, Rickelton fifties help MI beat KKR, end season-opener jinx

IANS | March 29, 2026 11:28 PM

Mumbai, March 29 (IANS) Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton struck blazing half-centuries to help the Mumbai Indians romp to a six-wicket win against Kolkata Knight Riders in Match 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, ending their embarrassing streak of not winning their opening match in 13 seasons.