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‘Putin rarely to be trusted’: Why world leaders are concerned even as Russia-Ukraine war paces towards a truce

‘Putin rarely to be trusted’: Why world leaders are concerned even as Russia-Ukraine war paces towards a truce

A high-level meeting in Washington on Monday saw European leaders caution against premature optimism over a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal, even as US President Donald Trump initiated steps for direct talks between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. New Delhi: European leaders attending talks in Washington on Monday shed light on the fact that any peace deal must preserve Ukraineโ€™s sovereignty and military capability. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that no part of the discussions involved Ukraine surrendering territory and underlined the need for an โ€œunlimitedโ€ Ukrainian army capable of defending itself. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz likened Russiaโ€™s demand that…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex flat, Nifty holds 24,900, Reliance, Bharti Airtel gain in early trade

Market Opening Bell: Sensex flat, Nifty holds 24,900, Reliance, Bharti Airtel gain in early trade

Sensex, Nifty Today: Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, indicated a positive start as it opened 52.5 points higher at 25,015.50, compared to the previous close of 24,963. Mumbai: A day after opening with a strong gap-up, the Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, began the day flat on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, amid mixed global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex gained 45.36 points to start the session at 81,319.11; the Nifty added 14.4 points to open at 24,891.35. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 80,597.66 and the Nifty 50 at 24,876.95.…
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India Asia Cup 2025 squad announcement live updates: Gill vs Jaiswal conundrum, Shreyas Iyer to be recalled?

India Asia Cup 2025 squad announcement live updates: Gill vs Jaiswal conundrum, Shreyas Iyer to be recalled?

India's T20I squad for the upcoming Asia Cup is set to be announced today at 1:30 PM IST. Ajit Agarkar and Suryakumar Yadav will attend the press conference. Who will be selected? Who will be dropped? Here are all live updates: Mumbai: Team India's much-awaited squad for the upcoming Asia Cup will be announced today at 1:30 PM IST. Will India's Test captain, Shubman Gill, make it to the squad, or will the selectors back the same team that was successful in the January-February home series against England? Who will be the vice-captain? Gill or Jaiswal? Will Siraj make a…
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Carlos Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open after ill Sinner retires mid-match in the final, apologisesย toย fans

Carlos Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open after ill Sinner retires mid-match in the final, apologisesย toย fans

Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz won his sixth ATP title this year, beating Jannik Sinner in the final. Alcaraz admitted that he didn't want to win matches and tournaments like that but sometimes that's the way it goes as Sinner retired from the game due to illness after trailing 0-5 in the first set. Mason: Carlos Alcaraz continued to extend his head-to-head titles record over the World No.1 Jannik Sinner after winning the Cincinnati Open in Mason, Ohio, on Monday, August 18. Sinner, who won Wimbledon last month, retired mid-match during the final due to illness, and he apologised to the fans…
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Yezdi Roadster 350 Alpha2: Specs, price and features explained

Yezdi Roadster 350 Alpha2: Specs, price and features explained

The Yezdi name is synonymous with Indiaโ€™s motorcycling heritage , but its recent comeback has been met with mixed results. While the revival stirred nostalgia, the brand has struggled to make the kind of impact its legacy deserved. With the launch of the 2025 Roadster, however, Yezdi is signalling its intent to shift gears and reassert itself in a highly competitive segment dominated by established names. The 350 Alpha2 engine delivers a smooth, punchy ride for city streets and highways alike | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The new Roadster builds on the brandโ€™s heritage while clearly appealing to modern sensibilities.…
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Zelenskyy’s first reaction after Trump announces Russia-Ukraine meeting: ‘We are ready for a trilateral meet’

Zelenskyy’s first reaction after Trump announces Russia-Ukraine meeting: ‘We are ready for a trilateral meet’

"We confirmed that we are ready for a trilateral meeting, and if Russia proposes a bilateral meeting to the President of the United States, then we will see the result of the bilateral meeting", Zelenskyy said. Washington: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday said he is ready to join a trilateral meeting with the United States and Russia to push forward efforts for peace and seek a resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict after his landmark meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. He added that date of the meeting is yet to be decided. Speaking to reporters, Zelenskyy clarified…
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AUS vs SA 1st ODI Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Australia vs South Africa match in Cairns

AUS vs SA 1st ODI Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Australia vs South Africa match in Cairns

Australia will be up against South Africa in the first ODI of the three-match series in Cairns. This will be the first assignment for both teams since the Champions Trophy, and even though the ODI World Cup is a couple of years away, they will be keen to identify a settled group of players. Queensland: After a hard-fought T20I series, the spotlight will move to the ODIsย for Australia and South Africa. With a couple of years to go for the ODI World Cup, the relevance of this series is a bit hard to find. Still, for Australia, it will be…
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Trump dials Putin during Zelenskyy meet, says setting meeting between Russia-Ukraine

Trump dials Putin during Zelenskyy meet, says setting meeting between Russia-Ukraine

US President Donald Trump said that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin following a meeting with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Monday phoned Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after a private meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and a meeting with European leaders at the White House. Trump confirmed that he has begun planning a face-to-face meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy, aimed at ending the nearly four-year-long conflict in Ukraine. โ€œAt the conclusion of the meetings, I called President Putin, and began the arrangements for a…
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Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz: Head to head record in finals ahead of Cincinnati Open summit clash

Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz: Head to head record in finals ahead of Cincinnati Open summit clash

It will be Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the Cincinnati Open 2025. The much-awaited fixture is set to take place at 12:30 AM IST on August 19. Sinner vs Alcaraz is a new rivalry brewing up in tennis. Ahead of the final, here's the head-to-head record between them in finals. Ohio: Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are set to face each other in the final of the Cincinnati Open. The match is scheduled to take place at 12:30 AM IST on August 19 (August 18 as per local time). A rivalry is brewing between them as…
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Will Zelensky wear a suit? White House asks ahead of Oval Office meet with Trump today

Will Zelensky wear a suit? White House asks ahead of Oval Office meet with Trump today

During Zelenskyโ€™s last White House visit, it was reportedly Vice President JD Vance who was more annoyed than Trump by the Ukrainian leaderโ€™s understated fashion choices, particularly that he was without a tie, according to the report. New Delhi: Ahead of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Monday, White House officials reached out to Ukrainian counterparts to inquire whether Zelenskyy would wear a suit, Axios has learned from two sources with direct knowledge of the situation. The inquiry is notable given the diplomatic fallout from Zelenskyโ€™s last Oval Office appearance in March.…
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