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US President Donald Trump on Friday called the Supreme Court’s ruling on tariffs “deeply disappointing” and said that he is ashamed of certain members of the Court for not having the courage to do what’s right for our country.The US Supreme Court on Friday deemed Trump’s reciprocal tariffs as ‘illegal’, a move that is a big blow to the American President’s trade war. The ruling invalidates country-specific “reciprocal tariffs” and fentanyl-linked duties imposed on imports from major trading partners. “Nothing Like Money”: Donald Trump Says 200% Tariff Warning Stopped India-Pak Fight Furious with Court’s decision, Trump said that the foreign…

New Zealand’s team huddles before the start of the T20 World Cup cricket match between Canada and New Zealand in Chennai, India, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. (AP) TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: New Zealand middle-order batter Mark Chapman looked perplexed when he was asked about the Super Eight groups, where all four table-toppers, who have done well in their respective groups, will end up facing each other. It has been done because of the pre-tournament seedings.The 31-year-old smiled and replied, “When it comes to scheduling and planning, that’s not really in my domain.” Why Pakistan don’t trust Babar Azam any more |…

USIEF opens applications for 2027-28 Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships for Indian citizens The United States-India Educational Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the 2027-28 Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships for Indian citizens. The grants cover doctoral research, postdoctoral research, and academic and professional excellence categories.Applications will open on July 1, 2026. The fellowships support Indian scholars, researchers, faculty members and professionals seeking opportunities in the United States under the Fulbright-Nehru programme.Fellowships for Indian citizensUSIEF offers a range of grants intended to support research, teaching and professional development in the US. The fellowships aim to strengthen academic and professional expertise while advancing educational and…

JAMMU: A joint team of the Army and Rajouri Police recovered a cache of arms and ammunition during a search operation in Nathua Tibba area in Sunderbani sector along the LoC in J&K’s Rajouri district on Friday.The searches under Operation Jwala came a day after security forces foiled an infiltration bid in the area. The recovery included an AK-47 rifle, two magazines, along with ammunition, three rucksacks, blankets, rations, and clothing, the Army’s White Knight Corps posted on X.The post stated that heavily bloodstained tracks were spotted, indicating serious injuries to the terrorist(s). “Operations remain ongoing with heightened vigilance and…

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif found himself in an awkward moment at Donald Trump’s self-styled inaugural Board of Peace meeting on Thursday as the US President publicly asked him to stand up as he claimed credit for halting military tensions between India and Pakistan. He further remarked that Prime Minister Narendra Modi “is watching us right now.”Several videos from the event in Washington have gone viral, showing Trump calling on Sharif during his address. “I think you (Shehbaz Sharif) should actually stand. Come, please, stand just for a second,” Trump said speaking at the first meeting of the…

Sam Billings of Oval Invincibles lifts The Hundred 2025 trophy (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) MUMBAI: More than 50 Pakistan players (men and women) have registered for The Hundred auction, which will be held at Piccadilly Lights in London on March 11 (women’s competition) and March 12 (men’s competition). “The auction list includes more than 50 players from Pakistan,” a source tracking developments told TOI.T20 World Cup: In the New Zealand camp – illness and Super Eight plansAs per the ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP), Pakistan are scheduled to have an away Test series against West Indies in August. A…

The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a measure establishing public funding for charter schools violates the state Constitution, holding that public education funds are reserved for the common school system.The decision affirms a lower court ruling that struck down the 2022 law, which had been enacted by the Republican dominated legislature over the veto of Democratic Governor Andy Beshear.In a unanimous opinion, Justice Michelle M. Keller wrote that the Constitution does not permit the diversion of public education funds beyond the common public school structure.“The Constitution as it stands is clear that it does not permit funneling public education…

JAMMU: Border Roads Organisation completed snow clearance on National Highway 701A (Old Mughal Road), and two of its stretches were opened on Friday, ahead of schedule. These roads usually open around March-end.BRO teams cleared the stretch from Bufliaz (Poonch) to Peer Ki Gali (Poonch) under Project Sampark, and the stretch from Shopian to Peer Ki Gali under Project Beacon. “During the road opening, MoRTH director-general VK Rajawat, along with CE Project Sampark and Beacon, were present at Peer Ki Gali,” defence PRO Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said Friday.“Snow accumulation still exists on the adjoining hill slopes at certain vulnerable locations.…

Activist investor Palliser Capital is championing Toto, the Japanese toilet maker, as a hidden AI gem. Palliser highlights Toto’s advanced ceramics, crucial for memory chip manufacturing, contributing significantly to profits. The fund urges better disclosure and capital allocation to unlock the company’s undervalued potential in the booming AI sector. UK-based activist investor Palliser Capital has taken a significant stake in Japan’s Toto—the company best known for heated toilet seats and Washlet bidets—calling it “the most undervalued and overlooked AI memory beneficiary.” The fund sent a letter to Toto’s board last week, urging the company to do a better job of…

Abhishek Sharma (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: India opener Abhishek Sharma has had a rough start in the T20 World Cup 2026, getting out for three ducks in a row in the group stage. His poor run has raised concerns, but the Indian team management is still backing him strongly.Team India bowling coach Morne Morkel dismissed any talk of dropping him and said, “Absolutely no discussion on Abhishek Sharma in the group. He is going to deliver, for the team and viewers. He is entertaining. He is hitting the ball well in the nets.” How Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma are…