Trump presses allies on Hormuz, rejects ceasefire with Iran

IANS | March 21, 2026 7:03 AM

Washington, March 21 (IANS) President Donald Trump urged US allies and major global economies to take responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz, while firmly rejecting calls for a ceasefire in the ongoing Iran conflict.

Trump declares Iran 'defeated' as war rages

IANS | March 21, 2026 6:29 AM

Washington, March 21 (IANS) US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran’s military had been “finished,” even as fighting continued and global concerns mounted over oil routes and regional stability.

ISL 2025-26: Lachenpa, resolute Mumbai defence shut out Mohun Bagan to go top

IANS | March 20, 2026 11:44 PM

Kolkata, March 20 (IANS) Noufal PN’s first-half strike, backed by a standout performance from their goalkeeper Phurba Lachenpa and a disciplined defensive display, guided Mumbai City FC to a 1-0 victory over Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Friday.