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Less margin for error in IPL, says DC’s Auqib Nabi
New Delhi: When the auctioneer announced his name, Auqib Nabi was seated with his family at his Baramulla home. True to his reserved nature, he hadn’t told his friends or relatives that he was home because he knew the reaction would be emotional and chaotic.
Delhi Capitals eventually acquired him for a whopping ₹8.4 crore. As guests poured in to congratulate his family, he locked himself in the bedroom. He watched from the window, emotional, as his loved ones danced and celebrated.
Nabi, one of the most talked-about names this season, will make his IPL debut after an incredible Ranji season with Jammu & Kashmir where he picked up 60 wickets. After featuring as a net bowler with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders for the last few seasons, he is expected to be a key member of the Delhi Capitals set-up and is aware of the expectations, even as the level upgrades.
“There is definitely less margin for error in the IPL,” Nabi told reporters in a virtual interaction. “Domestic cricket is challenging but here, you cannot get away with mistakes. You have to work upon them. The fewer the mistakes, the better it is.”
Nabi was credited as being the chief architect in J&K’s historic Ranji win and with DC, he has his eyes set on taking them where they have never gone – winning their first ever IPL title.
“My strength is my ability to swing with the new ball. In the back end, you need to be able to bowl yorkers and slower deliveries so that is what I am working on,” he said. “I won’t move too further away from my strengths and will keep things simple and hopefully, get DC their first trophy.”
Coach Hemang Badani had already hinted to Nabi during the trials that they were interested in acquiring his services and would go hard for him. He ended up becoming one of the most expensive uncapped players bought in the auction. Nabi is confident of repaying their faith and is currently focusing on getting back to the groove of bowling with the white-ball, having played with the red-ball for over two and a half months.
“It was not about money. I just wanted to play the IPL, it didn’t matter if I was bought for ₹30 lakh.”
Three years ago, when the J&K cricket association brought on a dedicated bowling coach P Krishna Kumar, Nabi got his first glimpse of what professional coaching could do.
Early conversations with DC bowling coach Munaf Patel have been positive and indicated that he must not tweak too many things. A good performance in the IPL could further strengthen his case amongst selectors for a potential India call-up.
“Performance in the IPL is very important because this is a global league now but I believe Test selection is still dependent on domestic performance in red-ball cricket. I have done well on that front,” said Nabi. “I am not thinking too much about whether I will get selected or not but my focus is on what’s in my control.”
“Playing for India is my ultimate goal and winning matches for India will be a dream come true. But the current focus is on the IPL and winning a trophy for my team.”
Arbaaz Khan's wife Sshura Khan shares adorable glimpse of daughter Sipaara Khan from Eid celebrations. See pic
Bollywood actor Arbaaz Khan and his wife Sshura Khan embraced parenthood in October 2025 as they welcomed their daughter, Sipaara Khan. The couple has largely kept their child away from the public eye, but Sshura recently treated fans to a rare and heartwarming glimpse during Eid celebrations, and it is all things adorable.
Sshura Khan shares glimpse of her daughter Sipaara Khan
On Thursday, Sshura took to Instagram to share a close-up picture capturing her baby’s tiny feet. The little one was dressed in a delicate white outfit, beautifully detailed with embroidery, and adorned with traditional silver anklets. The soft, intimate frame focused solely on the baby’s feet, offering a subtle yet endearing peek into her personal life without revealing her daughter’s face. Keeping the caption simple, Sshura wrote, “Eid Vibes ❤️”, perfectly capturing the festive spirit of the moment.
The post quickly garnered attention online, with fans flooding the comments section with love and blessings. Many couldn’t stop gushing over the adorable picture, with one user writing, “Awww… so adorable,” while another commented, “Masha Allah, so cute.” Several fans also expressed curiosity, requesting Sshura to reveal the baby’s face. One comment that stood out read, “Those little anklets are everything. Mashallah.”
About Sshura Khan and Arbaaz Khan
For those unaware, Sshura Khan is a celebrity make-up artist who has worked extensively in the film and television industry. She met Arbaaz Khan on the sets of Patna Shukla. The couple kept their relationship private for a long time and only made it official at the time of their wedding. On December 24, 2023, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony held at the Mumbai residence of Arbaaz’s sister, Arpita Khan Sharma. The wedding was attended by close family members and a few industry insiders.
This marked Arbaaz’s second marriage. He was previously married to Malaika Arora, with whom he shares a son, Arhaan Khan. Since their wedding, Arbaaz and Sshura have often shared glimpses of their life together on social media, delighting fans with their playful and affectionate posts.
The couple welcomed their daughter, Sipaara, on October 5, 2025. Sshura was admitted to a Mumbai hospital shortly before delivery, and the news of the baby’s arrival was confirmed the same day.
The Khan family’s Eid celebration
Meanwhile, the Khan family’s Eid celebrations were equally special this year. Salman Khan celebrated the festival with his family at his Mumbai residence and was seen greeting fans gathered outside. The actor waved, blew flying kisses, and thanked well-wishers for their love and prayers for his father, Salim Khan.
The occasion held even more significance as Salim Khan had been discharged from hospital just days before Eid after undergoing treatment for a brain haemorrhage. The family came together to celebrate the festival, posing for the paparazzi and extending warm wishes to fans, making it a memorable and joyous occasion for all.
Steel, auto, chemicals to gain from more LPG flow | India News
The govt on Friday moved to cushion key industries from the ongoing gas supply disruption, boosting commercial LPG allocations by 20% to reach 70% of pre-crisis levels. The extra supply will prioritise labour-intensive sectors such as steel, automobiles, textiles, dyes, chemicals, and plastics, which are critical for broader economic activity.The move is aimed at stabilising industrial operations, said Prashant Vasisht, senior vice president (corporate ratings) at ICRA, adding that increased domestic LPG production and alternative imports have “reduced the deficit, providing some comfort.”Pankaj Chadha, chairman of engineering exports body EEPC India, said the measure will help steel mills, particularly smaller units, maintain production. “Steel is a key segment of the engineering goods sector, and its shortage could severely impact the production chain. The additional LPG allocation should minimise supply bottlenecks and ensure steady output,” he added.
To Reach 70% of Pre-Crisis Levels | Move To Prioritise Labour-Intensive Sectors
The garment sector, however, sees the step as partial relief but doubts it will meet even half of its near-term demand. Yarn processing, crucial for garment production, is largely gas-powered. Supply to hundreds of units in Tiruppur has been cut for 10 days, affecting around 1 lakh employees. The shortage has disrupted the credit cycle and risks favouring well-capitalised buyers, while costs for raw materials, including polyester yarn, and transportation have increased. Alexander Neroth, director of NC John Garments, said, “Freight and raw materials costs have risen substantially, making it difficult to get yarns processed.”The gas shortage started with the West Asian conflict and the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping, prompting the government on March 12 to curtail commercial LPG allocations to 20%. Since then, allocations have gradually increased to 70% of pre-crisis levels.Access to the additional 20% is conditional. Industrial users must register with oil marketing companies such as Indian Oil Corporation, HPCL, and BPCL, and apply for piped natural gas connections with city gas distribution entities to qualify. Process industries and units relying on LPG for specialised heating needs, where natural gas cannot substitute, will get priority.Manufacturers across sectors are adapting to the shortage with various measures to maintain production. Ajay Singhania, MD of EPACK Durable, noted that LPG and piped gas shortages had cut production by nearly 50% over the past three weeks. “We have initiated interim measures like partial fuel-switching across processes, but these come with efficiency and cost trade-offs. For the consumer durables sector, where demand is seasonal, consistent energy availability is critical to ensure timely production,” he said.Auto component makers, particularly forging and casting units, continued production with some shifting to in-house solar powered electrical heating. A Chennai-based exporter said the transition to renewable energy helped in navigating the situation with relative ease, even as inventories have fallen from 15–20 days to 2–3 days. Smaller firms, he added, are feeling the strain due to heavier dependence on LPG.(With contributions from Reeba Zachariah, G Balachandar, Vaitheeswaran B and Asmita Dey)
Singer Jasmine Sandlas feels Dhurandhar 2 has hypnotised audiences: ‘It is the best Hindi film of all time’
Dhurandhar has become the toast of the nation. The spy thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, has broken box-office records and garnered massive acclaim from viewers over the last few days. Singer Jasmine Sandlas, who has given her vocals for multiple songs in the music album of Dhurandhar, has now shared her reaction to the film, calling it the ‘best Hindi film of all time.’ (Also read: Dhruv Rathee says Dhurandhar 2 seems to be inspired by WhatsApp forwards rather than ‘real events’)
What Jasmine said about Dhurandhar
Talking about the film in a conversation with Humans of Bombay, Jasmine said, “I think it is the best Hindi film of all time. Now it is a massive statement but it is so appropriate matlab aur batao itne saalon mein aisi kaun si film thi, Dhurandhar ya Dhurandhar The Revenge se ilawa, jisne sabki hypnotise hi kar diya, jisne sara social media take over kiya hua hain (In the recent past, which other film, except these two, have hypnotised viewers in such a manner, where it is a rage in social media)?”
She added, “Jis film ko dekhne ke liye tickets nahi milte hain, theatres main! I have not seen a frenzy like this in many, many years. I happen to be a part of it, I am so lucky! I feel like my prayers have been answered. A lot of us have been so invested in this masterpiece that is Dhurandhar The Revenge… that people are feeling the music, the movie, globally.”
The singer added that the ‘pure intentions’ of the entire cast, of the crew, of music composer Shashwat Sachdev, and Aditya Dhar, are the real reason why the film is being celebrated globally. Jasmine has sung Shararat, Main Aur Tu, and Jaiye Sajana from the film.
About Dhurandhar
After its release in December last year, Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar went on to make history, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. It tells the story of an Indian spy infiltrating Karachi’s criminal and political underworld in Pakistan. The plot weaves together several real-life events involving geopolitical tensions, such as the 1999 IC-814 hijacking, the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and events surrounding Operation Lyari.
The sequel showed how Ranveer’s character was trained to become Hamza Ali Mazari. It also takes the story forward, showing him taking control of the power dynamics in Lyari while working to dismantle a terror network in Pakistan that threatens India. The film also featured an intense face-off between Arjun Rampal and Ranveer. Dhurandhar 2 also stars R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun, Danish Pandor and Sanjay Dutt.
‘We saw tanks on the road’: How playing chess amid regional conflict feels | Chess News
Visual representation of Pravin Thipsay’s experience (AI-generated Photo)
NEW DELHI: Cyprus, an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, will be home to some of the best classical chess over the next fortnight as it hosts both the Open and Women’s categories of the 2026 Candidates tournament starting March 28. Serving as the only path to a World Championship match, the tournament has carried the weight of months of mounting anticipation from the global chess community. Yet, the air surrounding the event is heavy, with its iteration marred by pre-tournament uncertainties trailing the regional tension in the Middle East.The anxiety has already claimed a high-profile participant. India’s veteran Grandmaster Koneru Humpy withdrew from the Women’s tournament just days before the opening ceremony. Concerns have radiated elsewhere; World No. 2 Hikaru Nakamura raised alarms over the lack of stable power supply in the area, while the recent cancellation of a World Series of Poker (WSOP) event in the region due to safety risks cast a shadow over FIDE’s planning.
In response, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) issued a ‘Safety & Logistics FAQ’ five days before the start, dismissing the risks as “extremely low and overstated”. But for the players, the board is never truly isolated from the world.How does it feel to calculate grand strategies when you know a global tension is brewing just outside the walls?In September 1978, a young Pravin Thipsay, decades away from becoming India’s third Grandmaster, landed in Tehran alongside former national champion Mohamed Rafiq Khan. They were there to play, but the Iran they entered was a country exhaling its last breaths of monarchy.
Shah Mohammad Rezhotoa Pahlavi (AP Photo)
The pro-Western monarchy of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi was crumbling under the weight of massive civil resistance. On September 8, 1978, a day known as “Black Friday”, the military opened fire on protesters in Tehran, leaving hundreds dead and marking a point of no return for the regime.“Well, when I was young, and I was in Iran during Shah’s regime, and it was after September 8, 1978, when the students had done demonstrations,” Thipsay told TimesofIndia.com. “So when we actually entered the city, we saw tanks on the road, there were other problems, but what was important was that we saw tanks on the road, and it was disturbing for a day or so.”In the 1970s, the chess world was a smaller, more insular fraternity. Players travelled to distant lands with little more than a pocket set and a few letters of introduction. There were no smartphones, no social media feeds to provide minute-by-minute updates on troop movements.“We found it a little bit strange, but also there was no access to news, and we were going to Iran for the first time,” Thipsay recalled. “Nothing much was known to us. I was also very young. There were Russians and Americans playing, other Filipinos, other players. So I think we lived in our own world.”
We found it a little bit strange, but also there was no access to news, and we were going to Iran for the first time
Pravin Thipsay, Indian Grandmaster
The tournament was hosted in Tehran’s Olympic Village. “It was very far from the city, and where there was restricted entry, and we rarely went out,” he explained. This physical separation was compounded by a total linguistic and digital blackout. “We did not get any news of the outside world because in those days, 1978, nobody spoke English in Iran, and the newspapers were all in the Iranian language. So we couldn’t really get any information. There’s no television,” he told this website.Today, players are hyper-connected; they monitor geopolitical shifts as closely as they do opening novelties. But in 1978, that was not the same.“Even when I had gone to a World Junior, I did not have any way of contacting my parents by phone. I just wrote some letters. I never got answers back because it took a lot of time,” Thipsay noted.
Ayatollah Khomeini (AP Photo)
In the weeks following the tournament, the Iranian Revolution would accelerate, eventually leading to the Shah’s exile in January 1979 and the rise of the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. “There was no direct violence seen before us, and the tanks were just there to control, prevent the mobs from gathering,” the 66-year-old said. “I think I looked at it, it did not really affect me at that time. I don’t know if it will not affect me today or if it will not affect other players, but that’s how the only experience I have, we just played a tournament.”While the revolution did not penetrate the Olympic Village, the elements did. “We didn’t do very well because it was very cold,” Thipsay admitted. “I think that’s the main reason. It was surprisingly quite cold at nights.”ALSO READ: Koneru Humpy Exclusive after Candidates pull-out: ‘Would FIDE hold tournaments in Kashmir?’The Iranian players, however, must have felt the weight of the coming storm. Under the new regime that followed, chess would eventually be banned for several years, deemed “un-Islamic” before being reinstated in the late 1980s. But in the autumn of 1978, the silence between the locals and the foreigners painted a clear picture of a global dilemma as Thipsay concluded, “We, myself and Rafiq Khan or the Russians, the Americans, Filipinos did not get affected by that. And the Iranians, if they got, we don’t know, but they never discussed those things with us.”
Ram Charan performs homam – WATCH
Superstar Ram Charan’s birthday celebrations were rather special this year, with the actor and his father, veteran actor Chiranjeevi conducting a special homam at his residence. Marking the auspicious occasion of Sri Rama Navami, videos of the birthday boy, performing the traditional pooja, went viral on social media. In the post, the actor was seen participating in the rituals, performing a havan alongside priests while seeking divine blessings.
Ram Charan performs pooja
Chiranjeevi praises Ram Charan on birthday
Meanwhile, dad Chiranjeevi extended his wishes to his son in an emotional social media post that read, “Charan Babu… From holding my hand as a child to becoming an inspiration to many today… You make me truly proud.”The Megastar went on to say, “The way you balance cinema and personal life, your sense of responsibility towards family, your faith in God, discipline, and values… every time I see it, my love and admiration for you only grow stronger. May God’s blessings and fans’ love always guide you towards greater heights. Happy Birthday dear AlwaysRamCharan.”
Ram Charan unveils ‘Peddi’ first look
The actor’s birthday also marked a significant celebration for fans as director Buchi Babu Sana dropped the teaser video of the upcoming film ‘Peddi Pehelwan’.Vriddhi Cinemas, the production house which is producing the film, took to its social media timelines to release the video and a note that read, “His GRIT. His GAME. His PRIDE. Happy Birthday, PEDDI PEHELWAN, aka Mega Power Star @AlwaysRamCharan. #PeddiPehelwanGlimpse out now #HBDRamCharan. #PEDDI WORLDWIDE RELEASE ON 30th APRIL, 2026.”The glimpse video then, among other things, shows Ram Charan practising with a mace. The film brings together a strong cast with Janhvi Kapoor playing the leading lady along with actors like Shiva Rajkumar, Jagapathi Babu, Divyenndu, and Boman Irani playing important roles.
IPL 2026: Shashank Singh optimistic about PBKS` chances of clinching title
The upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set to kick off from March 28.
Ahead of the league, Punjab Kings` (PBKS) star batsman Shashank Singh expressed confidence in his team clinching the title this year by saying that everyone is on the same page.
“I know that on May 31st, we will be playing at the Chinnaswamy and lifting the cup. It`s not just a feeling, I know this. This will happen. It`s the self belief and team belief. Everyone is on the same page. There is confidence in everyone,” he said on JioStar Press Room.
When asked how the PBKS are planning to replicate the previous year`s performance, he said that the players will be focusing on taking one match at a time.
“We will take it match by match because ultimate aim is to get a trophy. If we keep thinking we reached the final last year, there will be a lot of pressure on us. So our immediate aim is to prepare for our first game against GT, then against CSK and KKR,” said Shashank.
The first match of the tournament is scheduled to be played between the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on March 28 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Punjab will begin their IPL 2026 campaign by playing a clash against the Gujarat Titans (GT) on March 31 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
IPL 2026, Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans: Full Squads
Punjab Kings: Marcus Stoinis, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shashank Singh, Praveen Dubey, Lockie Ferguson, Shreyas Iyer, Ben Dwarshuis, Vishnu Vinod (WK), Xavier Bartlett, Yash Thakur, Azmatullah Omarzai, Vyshak Vijay Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Marco Jansen, Nehal Wadhera, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Harpreet Brar, Priyansh Arya, Suryansh Shedge, Cooper Conolly, Mitchell Owen, Pyla Avinash, Harnoor Singh, Musheer Khan, Vishal Nishad.
Gujarat Titans: Ishant Sharma, Jos Buttler (WK), Jason Holder, Jayant Yadav, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Tewatia, Luke Wood, Shahrukh Khan, Glenn Phillips, Prasidh Krishna, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar, Sai Kishore, Shubman Gill (C), Tom Banton (WK), Yarra Raj, Anuj Rawat, Sai Sudharsan, Manav Suthar, Kumar Kushagra (WK), Arshad Khan, Nishant Sandhu, Gurnoor Brar, Ashok Sharma.
(With PTI Inputs)
Houthis warn ‘fingers on the trigger’ as US-Israel war on Iran continues | US-Israel war on Iran News
The Iran-aligned Yemeni group have the ability to target key shipping lanes around the Arabian Peninsula.
Published On 27 Mar 2026
Yemen’s Iran-allied Houthis say they are prepared to intervene militarily if other countries join the United States and Israel in their war against Iran, or if the Red Sea is used to launch attacks on their ally.
“We confirm that our fingers are on the trigger for direct military intervention” if any new alliances join Washington and Israel against Iran and its allies, or if the Red Sea is used for “hostile operations” against Iran, the group’s military spokesperson Yahya Saree said in a televised speech on Friday.
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Saree also said the Houthis were prepared to act if what he called the escalation against Iran and the “axis of resistance” continued, but did not say what form any intervention would take.
The warning raises the prospect of a broader regional war, particularly given the Houthis’ ability to strike targets far beyond Yemen and disrupt shipping lanes around the Arabian Peninsula.
The Yemeni rebel group has controlled the capital Sanaa and much of the country’s northwest since 2014.
After Israel launched its genocidal war on Gaza in October 2023, the Houthis targeted vessels in the Red Sea and carried out drone and missile attacks against Israel, saying that they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians under fire in Gaza.
Israel and the US have regularly struck the war-torn country, targeting civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings and the main international airport, while killing dozens at a time.
But in May, the Houthis and the US agreed to a truce, which included a Houthi agreement to stop attacks on US shipping in the Red Sea.
The group later stopped attacks on Israel and Israeli-linked shipping after the October Gaza ceasefire deal.
In his speech on Friday, Saree also said the group would not allow the Red Sea to be used to carry out “hostile operations” against Iran or any Muslim country.
He warned against any further tightening of what he described as “the blockade on Yemen”.
Saree called for an immediate halt to US and Israeli attacks on Iran, the Palestinian territory, Lebanon and Iraq.
Malaika Arora reveals how son Arhaan Khan reacts to dating rumours about her
Malaika Arora often makes headlines for her personal life. Of late, she has been in the news for allegedly dating a “mystery man.” The actress, who was earlier dating Arjun Kapoor, says she is currently not seeing anyone, yet she makes headlines every time she is spotted with a man. In a recent interview with Curly Tales, Malaika spoke about the constant dating rumours and revealed how her son Arhaan reacts to them.
Malaika Arora on how son reacts to her dating rumours
Recently, Malaika was rumoured to be dating Sorab Bedi after pictures of them partying together and getting cosy surfaced online. Talking about the constant speculation around her relationships, she said, “It’s irritating, but now I just treat it as a joke. Arhaan and I have a good laugh about these things. I can’t plan these things; if it has to happen, it will happen. Right now, I am so happy exploring all that’s going on in my life.”
Malaika, who was earlier married to actor-producer Arbaaz Khan, co-parents their son Arhaan. Speaking about companionship as a single mother, she said, “To be able to build things from scratch is what keeps me going and motivates me. Yes, companionship and having a partner are beautiful, but I am not actively seeking it. I am very proud of being a self-made woman, and I don’t need a man to complete me. If I choose to be with someone, it will be on my own terms.”
My life is more than just my personal life: Malaika
Before the Sorab rumours, it was reported that Malaika was dating a man named Harsh Mehta, with whom she was spotted multiple times. Around the same time, speaking on The Namrata Zakaria Show, Malaika addressed the constant scrutiny around her personal life and how it often makes headlines.
“My relationships have always been spoken about and have always made headlines. At one point, I remember saying that my life is much more than just my personal life. It was becoming too much of the centre of attention,” she said.
She added, “Unfortunately, people forget that because it doesn’t make headlines. I am at a stage in life where I don’t need to prove anything. I just want to do things that make me happy, and I want people to see that.”
