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Hollowed-out US State Dept strains diplomacy, struggles to manage Iran war

Veteran diplomats with decades of collective experience have been fired, retired or were reassigned - replaced by more junior officials or political appointees, limiting the ability of the department

Hollowed-out US State Dept strains diplomacy, struggles to manage Iran war
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 11:05 AM IST

US, Israel coordinated on South Pars strike, contradicting Trump's claim

Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that Washington had no knowledge of the attack, claiming Israel "acted out of anger" striking at Iran's South Pars Gas Field

US, Israel coordinated on South Pars strike, contradicting Trump's claim
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 11:03 AM IST

Gold, silver ETFs fall up to 6% on Fed meet outcome, West Asia tensions

On Thursday, Brent crude futures climbed $3.69, or 3.44 per cent, to $111.07 per barrel. The US West Texas Intermediate crude rose $2.29, or 2.38 per cent, to $98.61 per barrel

Gold, silver ETFs fall up to 6% on Fed meet outcome, West Asia tensions
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 11:03 AM IST

GR Infra shares gain 5% on ₹2,440 crore project win; outperforms market

The project involves the construction of a four-lane greenfield section of National Highway-33 from Mokama to Munger in Bihar under the Hybrid Annuity Mode

GR Infra shares gain 5% on ₹2,440 crore project win; outperforms market
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

Probe of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades starts evidence hearings

Former residents and relatives of the dead have been waiting for answers since November 2025, when the fire shattered the close-knit community of Wang Fuk Court

Probe of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades starts evidence hearings
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:58 AM IST

India VIX surges 17% as escalating West Asia tensions spook investors

Market volatility rose after Iran attacked several energy facilities across West Asia following a strike on ​its South Pars gas field, a major escalation in Tehran's war with the US and Israel

India VIX surges 17% as escalating West Asia tensions spook investors
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

Ray-Ban, Oakley Meta glasses get support Hindi live-translation: Report

Meta has reportedly rolled out a new update for Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses, adding Hindi live translation support alongside more natural AI conversations and additional features

Ray-Ban, Oakley Meta glasses get support Hindi live-translation: Report
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to new countries: Here's who must pay

Starting April 2, more countries face US visa bond of up to $15,000. Here's who is affected, refund rules, and how the system works

US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to new countries: Here's who must pay
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:45 AM IST

Football World Cup 2026: Here's why FIFA won't shift Iran matches to Mexico

Iranian football authorities have said they are exploring the possibility of shifting their group-stage matches from the United States to Mexico due to safety concerns surrounding the tournament

Football World Cup 2026: Here's why FIFA won't shift Iran matches to Mexico
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:39 AM IST

Who is Atanu Chakraborty, ex-IAS who quit HDFC Bank over ethical issues

Ex-IAS officer Atanu Chakraborty resigned from HDFC Bank's board as a part-time chairman and independent director, citing 'ethical' differences with some practices at the bank

Who is Atanu Chakraborty, ex-IAS who quit HDFC Bank over ethical issues
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:38 AM IST

'No power struggle': HDFC Bank's interim chair on Atanu Chakraborty exit

Keki Mistry says there are no material concerns at HDFC Bank after Atanu Chakraborty's exit, rules out governance issues, and says the board will review organisational structure

'No power struggle': HDFC Bank's interim chair on Atanu Chakraborty exit
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:33 AM IST

Fast safely this Navratri: Tips to beat fatigue, dehydration, and dull skin

From smart meal planning to hydration hacks, here's how to avoid weakness, dehydration and keep your skin healthy while observing the fast

Fast safely this Navratri: Tips to beat fatigue, dehydration, and dull skin
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:24 AM IST

Fire breaks out at Trade and Taxes building in Delhi's ITO, no casualties

A call regarding the blaze was received at 8:36 am, following which six fire tenders were rushed to the spot, he said, adding that the fire was doused at 9.10 am

Fire breaks out at Trade and Taxes building in Delhi's ITO, no casualties
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:23 AM IST

Japan's PM Takaichi meets Trump as he seeks help securing Strait of Hormuz

Trump has repeatedly complained on camera and online that US allies, including Japan, have rejected his request to help safeguard the critical waterway for oil and gas transport

Japan's PM Takaichi meets Trump as he seeks help securing Strait of Hormuz
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

BPCL, HPCL, IOC: OMC shares tank up to 6% after crude oil rises over 3%

Oil prices rose after Iran attacked several energy facilities across West Asia following a strike on ​its South Pars gas field, a major escalation in Tehran's war with the US and Israel

BPCL, HPCL, IOC: OMC shares tank up to 6% after crude oil rises over 3%
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:06 AM IST

Rajputana Stainless makes flat D-street debut; crashes 8% post listing

Shares of Rajputana Stainless started trading on the NSE at ₹122 per share, the same as the IPO issue price

Rajputana Stainless makes flat D-street debut; crashes 8% post listing
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:06 AM IST

What should investors do with HDFC Bank stock as Atanu Chakraborty resigns?

HDFC Bank shares hit a fresh 52-week low on Thursday, falling over 8 per cent on the NSE, following the resignation of its Chairman Atanu Chakraborty. Analysts warn of near-term pressure

What should investors do with HDFC Bank stock as Atanu Chakraborty resigns?
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:54 AM IST

West Asia war updates: Iran hits Qatar LNG hub; Brent crude above $111

Iran strikes energy sites, including a key LNG hub in Qatar, as tensions rise across West Asia; oil prices climb past $111. Here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)

West Asia war updates: Iran hits Qatar LNG hub; Brent crude above $111
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

UCL 2026 quarter-finals: Teams qualified, date, time, venue, live streaming

15-time champions Real Madrid will take on FC Bayern Munich in the marquee quarter-final match of the UCL 2026

UCL 2026 quarter-finals: Teams qualified, date, time, venue, live streaming
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:36 AM IST

FBI probes ex-counterterror official over alleged classified info leak

Prosecutors have repeatedly struggled to make charges stick amid rejections from judges or to secure indictments in the first place

FBI probes ex-counterterror official over alleged classified info leak
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 9:28 AM IST