NEW DELHI: Brent crude jumped 10% to about $80 a barrel in over-the-counter trade Sunday, reflecting growing anxiety over potential supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint for India and much of Asia. Amid the supply fears, OPEC producers met Sunday and decided to increase crude output in a phased manner…
Did Hollywood just miss what might be the most low-key celebrity wedding of the year?That’s the question fans can’t stop asking after fresh rumours suggested that Zendaya and Tom Holland may have quietly said “I do.” The speculation began with something incredibly simple — a ring swap. Zendaya, who had previously been seen wearing a…
Sanju Samson plays a shot during the T20 World Cup Super 8 match against West Indies. (ANI Photo) KOLKATA: Sanju Samson has warmed the India benches more often than he would have liked in his decade-long international T20 career. The India opener’s talent has never been in doubt, just that he hasn’t always utilised the…
Stock market today (AI image) Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex crashed in opening trade on Monday amidst rising Middle East tensions and global market turmoil, with impact on crude oil prices and trade in focus. While Nifty50 went below 24,900, BSE Sensex was done over 1,000 points. At 9:16 AM, Nifty50 was…
(Each week, Deputy Editor Liz Mathew maps the changing political landscape from New Delhi, focusing on power equations, policy moves, and shifts in alliances.) With traditional caste equations in Uttar Pradesh in flux ahead of the Assembly elections early next year, the BJP is navigating a complex crisis as it faces multiple challenges: intensifying discontent…
Bridgerton Season 4’s Part 2 features Simone Ashley’s Kate Bridgerton in stunning gowns subtly inspired by the saree. Her elegant teal-blue dress, with a draped shoulder reminiscent of a pallu, has captivated viewers, especially desi audiences. This builds on Season 3’s Indian-influenced fashion, showcasing a quiet, smart integration of cultural elements that enriches the period…
Zimbabwe’s ‘Castle Corner’ created a magic during their last Super Eight match against South Africa at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday (Picture credit: Tanuj Lakhina | TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: The first tier of Gate 15 of the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi had a different vibe on Sunday. On the…
Asian stock markets began March in red, as investors reacted to increased to increasing tensions in the Middle East and stronger than expected US inflation data. Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell sharply, losing over 2%, before easing to a 1.5% drop at 57,947, shedding over 900 points by 9:15. In Hong Kong, Hang Seng declined 1.7%…
Aneet Padda captivated on the red carpet with a serene ivory draped saree by Gauri & Nainika. Eschewing loud trends, her understated elegance, amplified by minimalist Jet Gems earrings and Mia by Tanishq rings, proved that quiet confidence and effortless style command attention. Stylist Lakshmi Lehr’s focus on Padda’s natural grace made the look personal…
TOI journalist’s first person account from Dubai — the city under siegeDUBAI: The Irish Village, with its cluster of restaurants and pubs, was buzzing last Sunday. There was live music and tennis played on the big screen. The 70s hit Jolene, Jolene drifted across the grounds. Nestled on the edge of the Dubai Duty Free…