HEADLINES:

• Addressing the Indian diaspora in Malaysia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the global significance of Tamil language and culture.

• Indian bowlers get off to a strong start, putting early pressure on the opposition in the ongoing international match.

• India–United States trade agreement enters its final stages, with leaders saying it could mark a new phase in bilateral relations.

• The United States announces fresh sanctions on Iranian oil shortly after the conclusion of talks in Oman.

• In connection with the suicide attack at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, authorities arrest three suspects in Peshawar.

• The United States sets a June deadline to end the Ukraine–Russia conflict, warning of increased pressure on both sides to meet the timeline.

• Today’s puzzle update brings hints and answers for the popular word challenge game Quordle.

• State Bank of India reports strong third-quarter results, with profits rising sharply year-on-year and core income also increasing.

• A dramatic collapse followed by a late recovery defines Pakistan’s tense outing against the Netherlands in a T20 World Cup encounter.