NEW DELHI: India’s estimated nuclear arsenal has increased from 180 warheads to 190 warheads, according to the latest assessment by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), reflecting New Delhi’s continued efforts to modernise its strategic deterrent amid a rapidly evolving security environment. The findings were released as part of SIPRI Yearbook 2026, which warns…
NEW DELHI: In a bid to further strengthen Indo-Russian space cooperation, Isro has said it wants to partner with Russia for building the country’s own space station — Bharatiya Antariksh Space Station (BAS) — by 2035.“With the rich experience of Russian colleagues, we would like to partner with them in the development of the Indian…
Ravindra Jadeja (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Ravindra Jadeja’s iconic sword celebration is well known whenever the veteran all-rounder reaches a milestone like a fifty or century. However, during Saturday’s IPL 2026 clash between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jadeja came up with a fresh and unexpected celebration.Playing for Rajasthan…
Targeted takedowns failed, says HC on Telegram ban NEW DELHI: Terming the temporary ban on messaging app Telegram by the Centre as the “least restrictive measure” to ensure there is no paper leak or rumour to that effect ahead of the crucial NEET UG retest, the Delhi high court backed the decision on Friday, with…
Alex Jones (Image Via Getty) The situation turned tense on April 9, 2026, when Alex Jones reacted strongly to fresh comments from U.S. President Donald Trump. The remarks came after Trump publicly called out several conservative voices, including Jones, during a post on his platform Truth Social. The reaction quickly spread online, especially after Jones…
Mansukh Mandaviya (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: The Sports Ministry has officially notified new rules under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025 to improve how sports bodies and disputes are managed in India. The newly notified National Sports Board and National Sports Tribunal Rules for 2026 aim to make sports administration more transparent, professional and digitally…
American rower Kelsey Pfendler is basking in the glory of her historic feat. A Grand Canyon river-rafting guide, Pfendler became the first American woman and fastest person to successfully row solo across the mid-Pacific region, from California to Hawaii.Kelsey Pfendler spent 43 days, 17 hours, 55 minutes and 59 seconds alone on the Pacific before…
(Left to right): Shivpratap Prajapati, Shubham Kumar and Anil Jindal NEW DELHI: The Times Internet Half Marathon turned the streets of the capital into a vibrant display of energy and determination as runners of all ages came together with a shared purpose to push limits and embrace fitness. The winner, Shivpratap Prajapati, 34 years old,…
In a season of big totals, IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 could be decided by bowlers. Leading the lines for RCB will be Bhuvneshwar Kumar while Mohammed Siraj leads the effort for GT. (Agencies) TimesofIndia.com in Dharamsala: Flat pitches, towering sixes and relentless run-scoring have defined IPL 2026 so far. But when Gujarat Titans (GT) and…
A woman’s long list of expectations for her future husband has set off a debate on X, with people split between calling her standards unrealistic and defending her right to have preferences.The post was shared by X user Vedika, who goes by the username @Crushtology_. She asked a simple question at the end of her…