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CSK vs PBKS: 3 Player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 7

CSK vs PBKS: 3 Player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 7

Chennai: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, famously known as Chepauk, for the first time in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season today against Punjab Kings. The venue was once a fortress for the men in yellow but they lost five out of six matches last season while PBKS have been breaching the fortress regularly over the last three seasons. Having lost their opening game, CSK would be keen on register their first points on the board in front of their home fans. Ahead of the clash, here are the player battles to watch…
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Pete Hegseth asks US Army Chief Randy George to step down, retire immediately amid Iran war

Pete Hegseth asks US Army Chief Randy George to step down, retire immediately amid Iran war

Washington: US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff General Randy George to step down and retire immediately, the Pentagon said on Thursday, without giving a reason for the departure as the United States wages a war against Iran.ย The decision marks a significant leadership transition as the administration seeks a commander who "will implement President Donald Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army." 'George will be retiring from his position' Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the departure in a statement, noting that George "will be retiring from his position as the 41st Chief of Staff…
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Oracle date centre in Dubai hit or not? UAE government rejects Iran’s claims

Oracle date centre in Dubai hit or not? UAE government rejects Iran’s claims

New Delhi: The government of Dubai has strongly denied claims that an Iranian military unit attacked a data center belonging to Oracle in the city. The Dubai Government Media Office quickly responded to the reports circulating online, calling them completely false. In an official statement shared on social media, authorities said there had been no such attack or attempt, and urged the public not to believe unverified information. Iran announces new military operationsย  At the same time, Iranโ€™s military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, announced a fresh wave of strikes across the region. The statement said the attacks were a…
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Inside โ€œGlenmore,โ€ the Spanish style Bengaluru villa of Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Inside โ€œGlenmore,โ€ the Spanish style Bengaluru villa of Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is one of the most influential business leaders in India and has made significant contributions in the field of business in the area of biotechnology. She has made a mark in the field of business with her company Biocon, which has achieved global recognition in the field of biopharmaceuticals.Not only has Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw made a mark in the field of business, but her personal life too has shown a high level of refinement in terms of aesthetic appeal. Her residence in Bengaluru, named โ€œGlenmore,โ€ is not just a house but a representation of her personality in terms of…
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One held in Punjab BJP office blast case

One held in Punjab BJP office blast case

At least two suspects linked to the Punjab BJP office blast have been identified by the Chandigarh police, officials said on Friday. According to a senior police official, โ€œfurther investigations are on,โ€ adding that efforts are underway to nab the accused. ย  The explosion occurred around 5 pm on Wednesday when a suspected crude explosive device was hurled near the BJP office. No casualties were reported from the incident. ย  Forensic officials and the bomb detection squad were seen collecting evidence to determine the nature, material and intensity of the explosives used in the attack. ย  Officials said that on…
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Abhishek Sharma fined 25% of his match fee for breaching IPL code of conduct, Know what happened

Abhishek Sharma fined 25% of his match fee for breaching IPL code of conduct, Know what happened

Kolkata: Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Abhishek Sharma has been fined 25% of his match fees for breaching the IPL code of conduct in the match against Kolkata Knight Riders on Thursday at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. For the unversed, SRH registered their first win of IPL 2026, with a thumping 65-run win, even as Abhishek played his part, smashing 48 runs off just 21 deliveries with four fours and as many sixes. But his dismissal was contentiousย and the batter showedย his dissent towards the umpire's decision. Varun Chakaravarthy took a diving catch and the ball seemed to have touched the ground,…
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Iran releases ‘hit-list’ of 8 Gulf bridges after US destroys its biggest B1 bridge

Iran releases ‘hit-list’ of 8 Gulf bridges after US destroys its biggest B1 bridge

New Delhi: In a striking escalation of tensions, Iran has released a list of eight major bridges across the Middle East that could become targets in retaliation for recent US-Israeli strikes. The announcement, carried by the semi-official Fars News Agency, follows an attack that partially destroyed the B1 bridge in Karaj. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is implied to be responsible for any future strikes, signaling a potential tit-for-tat response to the ongoing conflict. Bridges highlighted across Gulf and Jordanย  The Iranian list includes prominent infrastructure in the Gulf and Jordan: Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Sea Bridge, Kuwait Sheikh…
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KKR endure worst start to IPL campaign in 14 years after loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 65 runs

KKR endure worst start to IPL campaign in 14 years after loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 65 runs

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders' struggles continued in their second game of IPL 2026 as they succumbed to a heavy 65-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Thursday. They had earlier lost to the Mumbai Indians as their bowlers conceded more than 220 runs for the second consecutive time. With the loss to SRH, the three-time champions have endured their worst start to the IPL campaign in 14 years. The last time KKR lost their first two matches of the season was back in 2012, when they lifted the trophy for the first time under Gautam Gambhir's captaincy. KKR had lost to…
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‘Haven’t even started…’: Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran as US-Iran war escalates

‘Haven’t even started…’: Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran as US-Iran war escalates

Washington: Hours after Iran's biggest bridge was struck, US President Donald Trump on Friday issued a fresh warning to the new Iranian regime, saying the American forces have yet to begin "destroying what's left in Iran." He said more of the country's bridges and energy infrastructure were in his sights. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants: Trump In a post on Truth Social, the US President said, "Our Military, the greatest and most powerful (by far!) anywhere in the World, hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants!" Trump has repeatedly stated that the…
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‘They don’t like me playing’: Ajinkya Rahane hits out at criticism over strike-rate after loss to SRH

‘They don’t like me playing’: Ajinkya Rahane hits out at criticism over strike-rate after loss to SRH

Kolkata: Ajinkya Rahane rarely showcases his emotions openly and Thursday was one such day as hit out at critics for questioning his strike-rate during the 65-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Kolkata Knight Riders skipper scored eight runs off 10 deliveries in the 227-run chase at the Eden Gardens as the team folded for 161 in just 16 overs. Rahane accused the critics of having an agenda against him and claimed that he is among the batters with the best strike-rate since IPL 2023. Notably, Rahane's claims aren't far-fetchedย as he boasts of the fourth-best strike rate (minimum 300 balls faced)ย in…
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