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Bridging runway glamour with social impact, designer Salman Ansari paired athletic vitality with couture tailoring, evaluated by Times Fresh Face icons and industry veterans at Arya Auditorium.
Saudi Arabia said its air defenses intercepted Houthi missiles and drones aimed at the kingdom, underscoring the continuing reach of Yemen's war beyond its borders. The reported attacks came amid a wider regional escalation, with Reuters and other outlets linking the episode to heightened tensions involving Iran, Yemen and the Saudi-led coalition.
President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's conditional proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks, according to The Wall Street Journal, even as U.S. and Iranian officials continue indirect negotiations through mediators. The development comes amid renewed Houthi attacks in Yemen and sharp moves in oil prices, underscoring how quickly the conflict is reverberating through global energy markets.
Saudi Arabia's crude exports have climbed to their highest level since the Iran war began, underscoring the kingdom's ability to keep oil moving even after a drone attack damaged its key East-West pipeline. Trade intelligence data show shipments rebounding to 6 million barrels per day in September, easing fears of a deeper supply shock and helping pull Brent crude back from an earlier spike.
The World Health Organization and the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre signed new agreements in Riyadh to expand life-saving health interventions in crisis-hit regions, including Yemen and Sudan. Saudi Arabia also reaffirmed its US$500 million pledge to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, underscoring its growing role in global humanitarian health diplomacy.
In a landmark move, the WHO and Saudi Arabia have signed critical agreements aimed at enhancing global health initiatives, particularly in humanitarian crises. The Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum 2025 showcased Saudi Arabia's commitment to combating diseases and improving healthcare for vulnerable populations.
In a thrilling start to the Asian Games 2026, Gulveer clinched silver in the 10,000m race, while Baranica achieved a historic milestone. Manpreet secured bronze, marking a significant day for Indian athletics.
The Artix 5.0 hotel art fair opens its doors in New Delhi, showcasing 21 rooms filled with innovative works from emerging artists alongside the legacy of veteran KG Subramanyan. This year's edition emphasizes the fusion of tradition and modernity in the Indian art scene.
India's three-match ODI series against the West Indies opens in Thiruvananthapuram with unusual anticipation for a bilateral contest, underscored by a rapid ticket sellout and the looming 2027 World Cup. The series offers both a strategic testing ground for captain Shubman Gill's side and a rare chance to watch Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, still chasing major ODI milestones late in their careers.
A fresh internal dispute has erupted in the Delhi & District Cricket Association after joint secretary Amit Grover objected to the appointments of selector Manu Nayar and under-19 assistant coach Varun Sood. His concerns, sent to the Cricket Advisory Committee and marked to president Rohan Jaitley, were later dismissed by CAC chief Sarandeep Singh, who said the process was conducted independently and fairly.
Sagar Virk's rise from early-morning practice sessions in Patiala to the India under-19 setup has been shaped by persistence, rejection and timely encouragement from mentors. After a confidence-boosting stint alongside Abhishek Sharma, the 17-year-old now heads into the Youth Tests against Australia with belief firmly restored.
Virat Kohli has declared that next year's ODI World Cup will be his final one for India, framing the tournament as a last chance to chase one more global crown. Speaking ahead of India's ODI series against West Indies, the 37-year-old said he is prepared to "leave everything out there" as he targets the trophy in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
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