Uttarakhand Dialogues Diaspora Dialogue By TOI ™ Home & Decor Awards 2026 How FBI busted Russian plot to kill US-based dissident, target Ukraine supporters Life Style Fendi's new $10,000 Navratri style bag has Indians questioning how long they have to wait for credit Sports Asian Games 2026: Full India athletes list, sport-wise squads and events Technology New UPI MDR Framework: 0.4% fee on P2M over ₹2,000 from Oct 15, 2026; most user payments stay free World Saudi Arabia released 313 gazelles and 20 years later both species thrived World Will Smith’s ‘Fresh Prince’ mansion gets 25% price cut to $22.95M, may face demolition Science Florida oyster reef restoration helped marine life return within 18 months World 17-year-old builds curry leaf treatment and AI tool to fight citrus greening Sports From uplifting team to calling out Olympiad mess: Srinath is India's man to count on World First-ever attack alert in Mecca sparks panic in Saudi; Muslim groups condemn Houthis Astrology Love Horoscope Guidance: Stars offer zodiac-wise romance insights; September 16, 2026 Entertainment Garfield On Indian Cinema: RRR slammed into Western culture in such a beautiful, exciting way Life Style Sanjukta Parashar: The ‘Iron Lady of Assam’ to become first woman to head CRPF’s CoBRA Entertainment In the 1980s, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell built their dreamy Colorado ranch Astrology Name Letter Forecast: Numerology horoscope today; guidance on work and love ‘Killer bahu left out of will’: What triggered Kanpur pharma trader’s murder plot Live 'Nauseating lie': Houthis deny targeting Mecca, claim strike on Saudi F-15 US President Donald Trump has again claimed that Iran wants to reach a deal with the United States, even as the conflict between the two countries continues more than six months after it began with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.<br /><br />"The failing ⁠Nation of ‌Iran ​wants ​to ⁠make a deal, quickly and badly. ​I will determine ​whether or not the U.S.A. will choose to ‌engage - The concept of ​which ​we ⁠are open to," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform on Monday (local time).<br /><br />His comments came after Gulf Arab states postponed a planned meeting with Iran in Oman, while Tehran-aligned Houthis launched a fresh attack on Saudi Arabia, underscoring fears that the conflict could spread further across the region.<br /><br />The Houthis, Yemen’s rebels, have made rapid gains in the country in recent days, capturing territory including Perim Island at the mouth of the Red Sea last week. In a separate attack the same day, which Riyadh blamed on Iran-backed fighters in Iraq, Saudi Arabia’s east-west oil pipeline was knocked out. The pipeline is a key route for Gulf oil exports, allowing shipments to bypass the Iran-blockaded Strait of Hormuz.<br /><br />The strait, a critical maritime corridor, has been effectively closed since March, when Tehran imposed the blockade in response to the US-Israeli strikes.<br /><br />A Memorandum of Understanding signed in Switzerland on June 17 temporarily halted the fighting, giving the two sides 60 days to negotiate a permanent peace deal. However, the August 17 deadline passed without an agreement, and the MoU expired, leading to a resumption of military hostilities.<br /> US President Donald Trump has again claimed that Iran wants to reach a deal with the United States, even as the conflict between the two countries continues more than six months after it began with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.<br /><br />"The failing ⁠Nation of ‌Iran ​wants ​to ⁠make a deal, quickly and badly. ​I will determine ​whether or not the U.S.A. will choose to ‌engage - The concept of ​which ​we ⁠are open to," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform on Monday (local time).<br /><br />His comments came after Gulf Arab states postponed a planned meeting with Iran in Oman, while Tehran-aligned Houthis launched a fresh attack on Saudi Arabia, underscoring fears that the conflict could spread further across the region.<br /><br />The Houthis, Yemen’s rebels, have made rapid gains in the country in recent days, capturing territory including Perim Island at the mouth of the Red Sea last week. In a separate attack the same day, which Riyadh blamed on Iran-backed fighters in Iraq, Saudi Arabia’s east-west oil pipeline was knocked out. The pipeline is a key route for Gulf oil exports, allowing shipments to bypass the Iran-blockaded Strait of Hormuz.<br /><br />The strait, a critical maritime corridor, has been effectively closed since March, when Tehran imposed the blockade in response to the US-Israeli strikes.<br /><br />A Memorandum of Understanding signed in Switzerland on June 17 temporarily halted the fighting, giving the two sides 60 days to negotiate a permanent peace deal. However, the August 17 deadline passed without an agreement, and the MoU expired, leading to a resumption of military hostilities.<br /> Women still just 18% of India’s direct factory workforce: Report An analysis of official factory data shows women’s share of directly employed production workers rose just 0.6 percentage points between 2000 and 2024, while nearly seven in ten women were concentrated in two industry groups: textiles, leather, food and tobacco An analysis of official factory data shows women’s share of directly employed production workers rose just 0.6 percentage points between 2000 and 2024, while nearly seven in ten women were concentrated in two industry groups: textiles, leather, food and tobacco Hookah videos, birthday parties, luxury cells for sale: Cash-for-comfort racket exposed in Ludhiana Central Jail A senior jail official faces suspension for allegedly selling luxury cell assignments. Balvir Singh was suspended after accepting bribes for placing undertrials in superior barracks. This incident highlights ongoing corruption within Punjab's penal system. Previous administrative failures include absenteeism and smuggling contraband into the jail. Inmates have also been caught celebrating birthdays and smoking hookahs inside prison. A senior jail official faces suspension for allegedly selling luxury cell assignments. Balvir Singh was suspended after accepting bribes for placing undertrials in superior barracks. This incident highlights ongoing corruption within Punjab's penal system. Previous administrative failures include absenteeism and smuggling contraband into the jail. Inmates have also been caught celebrating birthdays and smoking hookahs inside prison. Pakistan ministers warn of energy crisis; Shehbaz government struggles as fuel prices break records ‘You are seeing a 15-year-old boy’: Samson on being dropped for Sooryavanshi Sanju Samson highlighted the importance of team objectives over individual rivalries and societal expectations. He mentioned that selections hinge on a player’s current form and the imperative to secure victories. Acknowledging external pressures, he noted that experience aids in navigating them. Samson concluded that players should always prioritize team dynamics, even amid personal challenges, as evidenced by his key role in steering India to a series win against Afghanistan. Sanju Samson highlighted the importance of team objectives over individual rivalries and societal expectations. He mentioned that selections hinge on a player’s current form and the imperative to secure victories. Acknowledging external pressures, he noted that experience aids in navigating them. Samson concluded that players should always prioritize team dynamics, even amid personal challenges, as evidenced by his key role in steering India to a series win against Afghanistan.

'To strengthen UPI's long-term sustainability': RBI backs 0.4% MDR on transactions above Rs 2,000 ‘She is in a lot of pain, has hidden bruises’: Gurgaon biker’s father; Sia to undergo MRI, X-rays today The injured woman biker will undergo X-rays and MRI scans at a Delhi hospital. She alleged the accused deliberately chased and rammed her vehicle on Golf Course Road. The primary accused, Kalyan Bainsla, was arrested from Dausa, Rajasthan, by police. Sia gave her statement before a magistrate, requesting strict action against the accused. Her father questioned the accused's washroom claim, stating he could have stopped the car. The injured woman biker will undergo X-rays and MRI scans at a Delhi hospital. She alleged the accused deliberately chased and rammed her vehicle on Golf Course Road. The primary accused, Kalyan Bainsla, was arrested from Dausa, Rajasthan, by police. Sia gave her statement before a magistrate, requesting strict action against the accused. Her father questioned the accused's washroom claim, stating he could have stopped the car. Video: Horrifying footage from inside chopper as it goes down while covering LA bus crash Voice Warnings At Ohio Mansion: Swift, Kelce tighten security; neighbours eye property values In response to their new Ohio mansion purchase for $5.35 million, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are ramping up security. The lavish lakefront property includes a voice warning system that alerts when someone approaches the premises too closely. Meanwhile, local law enforcement patrolling the exclusive Bratenahl village raises questions among residents about the implications of having such high-profile neighbors. In response to their new Ohio mansion purchase for $5.35 million, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are ramping up security. The lavish lakefront property includes a voice warning system that alerts when someone approaches the premises too closely. Meanwhile, local law enforcement patrolling the exclusive Bratenahl village raises questions among residents about the implications of having such high-profile neighbors. Why invest in Bengaluru? Join the Webinar for a Smarter Property Guide for NRIs Explore the city’s emerging hotspots, infrastructure-led growth and premium housing prospects in 2026 Explore the city’s emerging hotspots, infrastructure-led growth and premium housing prospects in 2026 At 22, Jayden Williams became Stockbridge’s youngest mayor; 10 months later, the city council... In a surprising turn of events, Stockbridge's youngest mayor, Jayden Williams, was ousted following a misconduct hearing. The city council uncovered serious concerns surrounding his management of resources and city property. Facing claims of financial impropriety, Williams defended himself by pointing to insufficient training. Now, Stockbridge is preparing for a special election to choose a new mayor to bridge the leadership gap. In a surprising turn of events, Stockbridge's youngest mayor, Jayden Williams, was ousted following a misconduct hearing. The city council uncovered serious concerns surrounding his management of resources and city property. Facing claims of financial impropriety, Williams defended himself by pointing to insufficient training. Now, Stockbridge is preparing for a special election to choose a new mayor to bridge the leadership gap. Uttarakhand homestay scheme: Who can get up to Rs 15 lakh subsidy and how to apply Uttarakhand's initiative for rural tourism thrives through its homestay scheme, designed to provide financial support for local property owners. Successful applicants, who must be residents and property owners, can access subsidies and interest grants to aid in construction and renovations. The application is initiated online and assessed by district-level committees, with funds released only after project completion and satisfactory inspections. Uttarakhand's initiative for rural tourism thrives through its homestay scheme, designed to provide financial support for local property owners. Successful applicants, who must be residents and property owners, can access subsidies and interest grants to aid in construction and renovations. The application is initiated online and assessed by district-level committees, with funds released only after project completion and satisfactory inspections. Nadal And Perello Wealth Gap: Tennis fortune dwarfs partner’s assets; foundation role shapes her path Rafael Nadal and Maria Francisca Perello have built a financially successful household in different ways. Nadal’s fortune is still considerably larger, thanks to tennis prize money, endorsements, investments and businesses built during and after his playing career. Perello has taken a lower-profile professional route, including work related to the Rafa Nadal Foundation, while supporting the family’s broader business and philanthropic pursuits. Rafael Nadal and Maria Francisca Perello have built a financially successful household in different ways. Nadal’s fortune is still considerably larger, thanks to tennis prize money, endorsements, investments and businesses built during and after his playing career. Perello has taken a lower-profile professional route, including work related to the Rafa Nadal Foundation, while supporting the family’s broader business and philanthropic pursuits. New Texas Lakefront Home: Simone Biles moves into custom mansion; five-year build tested patience Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens’ Texas lakefront mansion is finally complete after years of planning, approvals and construction delays. The couple started designing the home in 2020 and finished it in November 2025. The reported $3 million property includes a private gym, pool, sports court, large kitchen, spa-style bathroom, laundry room and a dedicated space for their dogs. Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens’ Texas lakefront mansion is finally complete after years of planning, approvals and construction delays. The couple started designing the home in 2020 and finished it in November 2025. The reported $3 million property includes a private gym, pool, sports court, large kitchen, spa-style bathroom, laundry room and a dedicated space for their dogs. 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