Pokémon Champions launches April 8 with mega evolutions, cross-platform play and more

Shiffrin wins record-equalling sixth Grand Crystal Globe after Milano Cortina 2026

Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin ended the 2025-26 Alpine Skiing World Cup season on a historic note. The American star secured her sixth overall Crystal Globe title after finishing 11th in the women’s giant slalom at the World Cup Finals in Lillehammer. Her consistent performances throughout the season helped her collect 1,410 points. This placed her ahead of Germany’s Emma Aicher, who finished second overall with 1,323 points after a crucial final race.

Samuthirakani responds to viral Vijay-Trisha remarks, says it was concern, not criticism

Actor Samuthirakani addresses a viral video controversy. He explains his remarks about Vijay and Trisha were taken out of context. Samuthirakani insists his words came from genuine concern and emotion. He maintains he speaks honestly and has no regrets about his statements. The actor clarifies his perspective on public appearances.

Sonia Gandhi in hospital: Doctors say veteran Congress leader to remain under observation

Veteran Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is stable and under observation at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital after being admitted Tuesday night due to feeling unwell following a weather change. Doctors are conducting investigations for potential stomach and urinary tract infections, with antibiotics administered as part of her treatment. Her condition is being closely monitored by a medical team.

Tesla ex-VP shares AI coding horror that could have wiped sensitive data; Musk agrees

A compromised version of the popular AI library LiteLLM, with 97 million monthly downloads, briefly turned pip installs into a credential theft operation. The malicious package, live for two hours, was only detected due to a bug causing a system crash. This incident highlights the risks of extensive dependency chains in software development.

Allahabad HC grants anticipatory bail to Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case

Majority view US strikes on Iran as excessive; gas price fears rise: Poll

A new poll reveals a majority of Americans believe recent US military actions against Iran have gone too far, despite growing concerns over rising fuel costs. While preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons is a key objective, most oppose further escalation, including ground forces, as the US deploys additional troops to the Middle East.

Indian universities clock record gains in QS subject rankings 2026

India has made significant strides in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, with 99 institutions featuring 599 times across 55 disciplines. Forty-four percent of entries improved, the highest among large systems, while 120 are new. IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi entered the top 50 in Computer Science, and AIIMS reached its highest-ever Medicine ranking (105th). Business, engineering, and emerging disciplines show notable growth, while Arts & Humanities remain the weakest area, highlighting India’s expanding but uneven global higher education presence.

Bank holiday on Ram Navmi: Are banks open or closed on March 26 & 27

Bank customers must check holiday schedules before visiting branches this week. Closures will occur due to festivals and state holidays. RBI guidelines also mean branches will be shut on the second and fourth Saturdays of March. Plan your banking needs accordingly. Digital platforms like mobile apps and UPI remain active for everyday transactions. Services requiring branch visits will be unavailable.

Nasa warns car-sized asteroid 2026 FM3 will fly 238,000 km from Earth

How US-Iran war may have proved ex-Google CEO was right on advising US Army on drones

The US-Iran conflict showcases the dominance of low-cost drones in aerial warfare. Iran is deploying thousands of affordable drones, challenging expensive legacy military hardware. These drones overwhelm air defenses and strike sensitive targets, demonstrating a new era of warfare. This shift emphasizes economic efficiency and tactical agility in modern combat scenarios.

Facing racism in Indian dressing room, how Sivaramakrishnan found comfort in WI

Sivaramakrishnan, who played 25 international matches for India, made his Test debut in Antigua in April 1983 at the age of 17 years and 118 days, becoming one of the youngest to represent the country in the format.

Born without arms or legs: What this 43-year-old man did to become inspiration for millions

Born without arms or legs in 1982, Nick Vujicic defied expectations to become a globally renowned motivational speaker. His message, forged through early struggles with bullying and isolation, emphasizes endurance, faith, and the persistent choice to keep going, transforming personal hardship into a powerful public mission.

Nasa solves a 2,000-year-old supernova mystery

When is Ram Navami: March 26 or 27? Check correct date

Ram Navami, celebrating the birth of Lord Shri Ram, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, will be observed on March 26, 2026. This prominent Hindu festival marks the end of Chaitra Navratri and is celebrated with prayers, recitations of Ramacharitmanas, and acts of charity, including Kanya Pujan.