Seventh US troop dies as Iran war escalates

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:33 AM

Washington, March 9 (IANS) Another American service member has died from injuries sustained in attacks linked to the expanding conflict with Iran, the US military said, bringing the number of US troops killed in the war to seven.

US vows to secure Hormuz amid Iran conflict

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:27 AM

Washington, March 9 (IANS) The United States has said it will ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz and maintain the free flow of global energy supplies as the conflict with Iran escalates, while warning that Tehran is miscalculating American military resolve.

T20 WC: ‘This victory is what I live for,’ says Hardik on redemption, hard work, and India’s historic triumph

IANS | March 9, 2026 12:52 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) All-rounder Hardik Pandya described India’s ICC Men's T20 World Cup triumph as a moment of redemption and validation of years of belief, saying winning trophies for the country remains the driving force of his career after India sealed a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, successfully defending their title and becoming the first team to win the T20 World Cup at home and three times.