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Hardik Pandya injury update: Will Mumbai Indians skipper play against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Match 13?

Hardik Pandya injury update: Will Mumbai Indians skipper play against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Match 13?

Guwahati: The Mumbai Indians missed their skipper Hardik Pandya in the previous game against the Delhi Capitals. Suryakumar Yadav led in his absence, but their team balance was hampered and the five-time champions had to make as many as three changes to their line-up. They even had to leave Trent Boult out of the playing XI and eventually, it also affected their performance as they lost to DC at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. MI are scheduled to face the Rajasthan Royals today at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati but will their captain play? The latest update on…
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Iran plans human chains to shield energy sites as Trump’s Strait of Hormuz deadline approaches

Iran plans human chains to shield energy sites as Trump’s Strait of Hormuz deadline approaches

Tehran: Iran has announced plans to form a human chain around its key energy facilities as a deadline set by US President Donald Trump draws near. The move comes amid rising tensions over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments. The countryโ€™s Ministry of Sports and Youth has called on young Iranians to take part in the demonstration, Al Jazeera reported. Athletes, artists and students have been urged to gather around nuclear and energy sites from 2:00 pm local time on Tuesday. The planned show of unity, named the โ€œHuman Chain of Iranโ€™s Youth for…
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Updated points table after KKR vs PBKS IPL 2026 match gets washed out due to rain

Updated points table after KKR vs PBKS IPL 2026 match gets washed out due to rain

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders registered their first points on Monday in IPL 2026, albeit without a win, as their clash against Punjab Kings got washed out due to rain at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The hosts were lucky to get at least a point out of the game as they were languishing at 25/2 after 3.4 overs when rain interrupted play and did enough for it to never resume. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings also remained unbeaten in three matches and with five points, they are on top of the points table while KKR are in eighth place. Royal Challengers Bengaluru,…
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Trump slams NATO over lack of support in US-Israel war on Iran; calls Putin ‘very afraid’

Trump slams NATO over lack of support in US-Israel war on Iran; calls Putin ‘very afraid’

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump rebuked the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and key US allies, accusing them of failing to stand by Washington during the recent conflict with Iran. Speaking at a press conference at the White House on Monday,Trump said the Iran war has permanently altered his perception of NATO, describing the alliance in stark terms. Calling it a โ€œpaper tiger,โ€ he suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin do not take the bloc seriously. โ€œNATO is a paper tiger. Putinโ€™s not afraid of NATO. Putinโ€™s afraid of us, very afraid of us,โ€ Trump said, adding, โ€œI got…
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IPL 2026: From having a 9-5 job to becoming a cricket hero – Varun Chakravarthy’s inspiring journey |

IPL 2026: From having a 9-5 job to becoming a cricket hero – Varun Chakravarthy’s inspiring journey |

Varun Chakravarthyโ€™s rise to becoming one of Indiaโ€™s most enigmatic spinners isn't your typical "overnight success" story. If anything, itโ€™s a masterclass in being incredibly stubborn. Most people would take three or four major rejections as a sign to pack it in, but Varun sat through forty of them. His journey is less about a straight line to fame and more about a guy who kept knocking on a door that was double-bolted, until he finally decided to just pick the lock.The 40 "No's" and a bag of gearBack in his school days in Tamil Nadu, Varun was just another…
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GNLF backs BJP in north Bengal hills ahead of WB Assembly polls

GNLF backs BJP in north Bengal hills ahead of WB Assembly polls

Putting an end to prolonged speculation, the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) has officially announced its support for the BJP in north Bengal hills ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal. The declaration was made on Sunday, coinciding with the partyโ€™s 46th Foundation Day, where the GNLF confirmed it would back BJP candidates in the three hill constituencies as a constituent of the NDA alliance. ย  The announcement came during an event organised by the partyโ€™s Kurseong branch committee. The programme was presided over by party presidentย Mann Ghisinghย and anchored by branch secretary Yudhe Chettri. Among those present were…
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Paras Mhambrey confirms Hardik Pandya’s availability for MI ahead of clash against RR

Paras Mhambrey confirms Hardik Pandya’s availability for MI ahead of clash against RR

Guwahati: The stage is set for the 13th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. Rajasthan Royals will be hosting Mumbai Indians at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on April 6. Ahead of the clash, many fans would have only one question in their minds, and that would be whether star skipper Hardik Pandya would be available to play for MI or not.ย  Notably, Pandya missed Mumbai Indiansโ€™ last game in the tournament against Delhi Capitals. Despite boasting a star-studded squad, MI lost the clash against DC, facing their first loss of the season.ย  However, ahead of the…
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Why is Varun Chakravarthy not playing for KKR in crucial PBKS IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens, Kolkata?

Why is Varun Chakravarthy not playing for KKR in crucial PBKS IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens, Kolkata?

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders were dealt two blows as they lock horns against Punjab Kings in their third clash in the Indian Premier League 2026 on Monday, April 6. KKR, who lost their opening two matches of the season, are going into the PBKS clash at Eden Gardens without Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine. KKR won the toss and opted to bat first, with skipper Ajinkya Rahane revealing that Varun missed out due to an injury he picked up while taking a catch in the previous game against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Narine is out as he is sick, Rahane confirmed.…
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Ajinkya Rahane criticised for opting to bat first in rain-hit KKR-PBKS clash in IPL 2026

Ajinkya Rahane criticised for opting to bat first in rain-hit KKR-PBKS clash in IPL 2026

New Delhi: Former cricketers were taken by surprise as Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane opted to bat first against Punjab Kings with rain around. Ex-cricketers Anil Kumble and Saba Karim called out Rahane for his decision as KKR were rocked early 25/2 in their clash at the Eden Gardens. KKR lost opener Finn Allen and Cameron Green in the second over as Xavier Bartlett swung the ball to rock the hosts early. Arshdeep Singh also troubled the batters with his swing in the first over before Bartlett made the inroads. The players went off the field after KKR were…
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Meryl Streep reveals real inspirations behind โ€˜Miranda Priestlyโ€™

Meryl Streep reveals real inspirations behind โ€˜Miranda Priestlyโ€™

In a surprising revelation ahead of the highly anticipated sequel to โ€œThe Devil Wears Pradaโ€, actor Meryl Streep has clarified the real-life inspirations behind her iconic portrayal of Miranda Priestly, debunking a long-standing fan theory. ย  In a recent interview, Streep addressed speculation that her character was based on fashion editor Anna Wintour. Instead, she revealed that two Hollywood legends shaped the role: Mike Nichols and Clint Eastwood. ย  "I was basically imitating Mike Nichols that whole time," Streep said, adding, "If Mike Nichols and Clint Eastwood had a baby... it would be Miranda Priestly." ย  The Oscar-winning actor explained…
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