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"We will win this cup here in India": IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal after semi-final win over England

India defeated England by seven runs in the semi-final match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, and the former Indian women's cricketer Diana Edulji and IPL Chairman Arun Singh Dhumal congratulated the Men I... read..

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DC coach 'massively excited' by possibility of Aquib Nabi-Mitchell Starc-led pace attack for IPL 2026, speaks on KL's batting position

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season this year, Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Hemang Badani expressed excitement about DC's pace attack led by Jammu and Kashmir pace sensation Aquib Nabi Dar and Australian legend Mitchell Starc and hailed the ... read..

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"Never expected Iran to launch such an aggressive war": Diplomatic adviser to the UAE president Anwar Gargash

The United Arab Emirates remains dedicated to regional peace and stability but stands fully equipped to safeguard its sovereignty and every individual within its borders, according to a news report by Gulf News citing Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to ... read..

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Former diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu thanks PM Modi on being appointed Delhi Lt Guv

Former Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, on Friday expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah after he was appointed the new Lieutenant Governor of Delhi (LG).... read..

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Mumbai Indians unveil new jersey ahead of IPL 2026

The Mumbai Indians (MI), the five-time champions, unveiled their new jersey ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2026.... read..

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Big Cricket League strategically moves Season 2 to post-IPL window

Big Cricket League (BCL), the world's first Pro-Am Cricket League, has announced that Season 2, originally scheduled to take place from 11th March to 22nd March 2026 at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Cricket Stadium, Greater Noida, will now be held at a later... read..

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IIM Mumbai and IISM launch Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Management

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PM Modi speaks with French President Macron over West Asia conflict, discusses need for "dialogue and diplomacy"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed concerns over the escalating situation in West Asia with French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday.... read..

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Delhi HC rejects DANICS Officer's challenge to disciplinary penalty

The High Court of Delhi has dismissed a writ petition filed by a Selection Grade DANICS (Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Civil Service) officer, who had challenged a disciplinary penalty imposed on him. The Court upheld the earlier decision of the Cent... read..

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Healthcare Leadership Forum 2026 Concludes as India's $8.5B Platform-Led Healthcare Growth Shifts Toward Discipline and Innovation

HT Syndication... read..

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Kumar Kushagra recalls "special moment" of Rs 7.20 Cr IPL deal with Delhi Capitals; credits Gill, Buttler for valuable learnings

Rising 21-year-old cricketing talent from Jharkhand, Kumar Kushagra, opened up on what it was like for him when he was secured for Rs 7.20 crore by Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League 2024 season auction--his first IPL contract, calling it a "very... read..

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BNM Netherlands chapter releases six-month report, highlights diplomatic outreach and digital campaign on Baloch issue

The Baloch National Movement (BNM) Netherlands Chapter has released a comprehensive six-month performance report detailing its political, diplomatic, and organisational activities, according to a post shared by the party on X.... read..

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Akasa Air to operate one Abu Dhabi flight, multiple Saudi services; Air Arabia suspends UAE ops till March 9 amid West Asia conflict

Amid the escalating conflict in West Asia, Akasa Air on Wednesday stated that the airline will be operating a special flight from the UAE today to support the safe return of passengers and crew impacted by the prevailing situation there, while also runnin... read..

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Iranian diplomats in Sri Lanka demand explanation on sinking ship

Iranian diplomats on Wednesday sought clues over cause of sinking off Sri Lankan coast, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host IPL 2026 final, a play-off match: KSCA Secretary Santosh Menon

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Secretary, Santosh Menon, confirmed that the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host five of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 home games. He also confirmed that the venue will... read..

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"Trump betrayed diplomacy," says Iran's Foreign Minister Syed Araghchi

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has attacked US President, accusing him of bombing Iran out of spite even as negotiations were on between the two sides.... read..

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru to host five home games in 2026 IPL season

Defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all set to return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, with five of their home games confirmed to take place in Bengaluru this 2026 IPL season.... read..

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Abdication or diplomacy?: Congress, BJP clash over Centre's response to West Asia conflict

As West Asia plunges deeper into turmoil following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei in US-Israel strikes, India's political landscape has erupted into a sharp debate over whether New Delhi's calibrated silen... read..

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78% of urban population exposed to pesticide residues, multiple toxins found in blood samples: Survey

As many as 78 per cent of the urban population tested in India were found to be exposed to pesticide residues, posing serious health risks, according to a latest study by Bengaluru-based gut health startup MicrobioTx.... read..

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Emerald Finance Limited Accelerates EWA Growth with Multiple Employer Partnerships in February 2026

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"India always called for dialogue, diplomacy to find solution to such disputes": PM Modi on conflict in West Asia

As the conflict in West Asia intenisfied on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reiterated that India has consistently advocated dialogue and diplomacy to resolve global conflicts, expressing concern over the ongoing situation.... read..

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Multiple news outlets report drone hit at Saudi Aramco facility in Ras Tanura, Iran's IRGC claims "opened massive gates of fire"

The conlfict between US-Israel and the Iranian regime has intensified on Monday. After a relative lull overnight, Iran launched new missile and drone strikes on Israel and other Gulf states. Multiple news outlets like Russia Today, Press TV Iran and Israe... read..

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PM Modi discussed developments in Iran with Canadian counterpart; emphasised need for dialogue and diplomacy: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday discussed the military escalation in Iran and the Gulf region after a joint US-Israeli strike on Iran (Operation Roaring Lion) on February 28, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, ... read..

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Pakistan: Multiple roads closed in Karachi due to protests against Ayotallah Khamenei's killing

Multiple roads were closed in Karachi's West and South districts on Monday, in view of the prevailing security situation due to countrywide protests for the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to the Dawn.... read..

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Multiple news outlets report dron hit at Saudi Aramco facility in Ras Tanura, Iran's IRGC claims

The conlfict between US-Israel and the Iranian regime has intensified on Monday. After a relative lull overnight, Iran launched new missile and drone strikes on Israel and other Gulf states. Multiple news outlets like Russia Today, Press TV Iran and Israe... read..

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Security beefed up in Dhaka's Diplomatic Area; US, Bangladesh discuss SPEAR initiative

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has stated that security measures in the Diplomatic Area, including the United States Embassy, have been strengthened in view of the ongoing global situation.... read..

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Man killed after being allegedly stabbed multiple times by live-in partner in Bengaluru, says police

A 40-year-old man was brutally stabbed multiple times by his live-in partner and her associates in Bengaluru's Manjunath Nagar, police said on Monday.... read..

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'You can feel that aura': Suryansh Shedge on learning from Ricky Ponting ahead of IPL 2026

For young Mumbai all-rounder Suryansh Shedge, sharing a dressing room with Australian great Ricky Ponting is more than an IPL opportunity -- it is a masterclass in leadership, mindset and big-match temperament.... read..

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Chennai Super Kings reveal jersey for IPL 2026

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) unveiled their team jersey for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season on Sunday.... read..

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'I have learned a lot from Shreyas Iyer': Suryansh Shedge on leadership, Indian team's belief and IPL dreams

For Suryansh Shedge, cricket over the past year has not just been about runs, wickets or trophies, but about learning, especially from a captain he deeply admires.... read..

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CSK veteran MS Dhoni, skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad hits net side by side ahead of IPL 2026

As the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) gear up for the upcoming IPL season, legendary Indian wicketkeeper/batter Mahendra Singh Dhoni and CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad batted in the nets side by side and smashed the... read..

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High alert at LoC: Indian Army thwarts multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts in J-K

The Indian Army has thwarted multiple Pakistani drone intrusion attempts in Jammu and Kashmir in the Poonch district, along the Line of Control (LoC), amid a rapidly evolving situation in West Asia.... read..

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"With 10 new semiconductor projects multiplier effect will reach entire MSME value chain," says PM Modi at Micron plant Inauguration

Speaking at the inauguration of Micron's semiconductor facility, PM Narendra Modi stated, "With 10 new semiconductor projects coming into production in India, the multiplier effect will reach the entire value chain of MSMEs, startups and electronic indust... read..

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Odisha: BJD expels ex-MLA Pravat Ranjan Biswal for "indiscipline and anti-party" activities

Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Saturday expelled former Odisha MLA and party's State Council Member, Pravat Ranjan Biswal, for "indiscipline" and "anti-party" activities.... read..

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Brazil Condemns US-Israel Strikes on Iran, urges restraint, calls for diplomacy

The government of Brazil on Saturday issued a strong condemnation of recent attacks carried out by the United States and Israel on targets in Iran, expressing "grave concern" over the developments, as reported by Brasil 247.... read..

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Iran principle source of instability, terror throughout middle east...should never be allowed nuclear weapons: Canadian PM Mark Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday said that his country's position on the developments in the Middle East remains clear and Iran is the "principal source of instability and terror" throughout the region.... read..

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Qatar "successfully intercepts, repels" multiple attacks targeting country, says MoD

Amid the mounting conflict across West Asia, the Qatari defence forces "successfully intercepted and repelled a number of attacks that targeted the country's territory," on Saturday, according to the Qatar Ministry of Defense.... read..

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Ahmedabad airport issues passenger advisory amid multiple airspace disruptions

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Saturday issued a passenger advisory warning of potential disruptions to international flight operations due to temporary closures and restrictions across multiple international airspaces.... read..

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Mangaluru, Thiruvananthapuram Airports issue passenger advisory amid disruption in "multiple international airspaces"

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East region and temporary closures across multiple international airspaces, both Mangaluru International Airport in Karnataka and Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala have issued passenger advisories ca... read..

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China, Russia, India voice concern on escalation of conflict in West Asia, urge dialogue and diplomacy

China has joined a chorus of countries expressing deep concern over the escalation of hostilities in West Asia following US-Israel strikes on Iran.... read..

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EAM Jaishankar speaks with Israeli, Iranian FM amid escalating tensions; reiterates call for dialogue, diplomacy

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday spoke with his counterparts in Israel and Iran amid the escalating tensions in West Asia and reiterated India's stance of de-escalating tensions through dialogue and diplomacy.... read..

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Sunrisers Hyderabad reveal new jersey ahead of IPL 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) unveiled their new jersey for the Indian Premier League (IPL) season this year.... read..

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'Working to build a secure, prosperous Indo-Pacific for people of America, India': US South Asia diplomat Paul Kapur

Paul Kapur, US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia, underlined the importance of building a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific region for the people of India and America.... read..

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India flags security concern of diplomats, anti-India activities at 6th India-UK Home Dialogue

Security concerns relating to Indian dignitaries and diplomatic missions in the United Kingdom figured prominently during the 6th India-UK Home Affairs Dialogue (HAD) held in New Delhi on Friday.... read..

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Delhi couple arrested for selling single flat multiple times

In true bollywood style, a husband-wife team behind a multi-victim property scam have been nabbed by Dwarka South Police, officials said on Friday.... read..

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Restaurant owner where Netanyahu went on his first date with wife expresses gratitude, calls it "food diplomacy"

Reena Pushkarna, renowned Restaurateur and Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award Recipient, expressed her gratitude towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for mentioning her in his press statement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.... read..

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Dhruv Consultancy Services Secures Multiple Consultancy Contracts Across Maharashtra, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal

PNN... read..

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IPL 2026 season to be played from March 28 to May 31

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season will start on March 28, two days after what the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had originally planned, according to ESPNcricinfo.... read..

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