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Anaya Bangar thanks father for support after undergoing gender-affirming surgery in Thailand

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Anaya Bangar thanks father for support after undergoing gender-affirming surgery in Thailand

New Delhi: Anaya Bangar, daughter of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has shared that she has undergone gender-affirming surgery in Thailand. She posted an update on social media, reflecting on the emotional journey and the support from her family. “This journey wasn’t easy not just for me, but for my family too. Understanding, accepting, and standing by me took time. It wasn’t instant. There were moments of confusion, questions, and growth for all of us. But today, standing here, I’m filled with nothing but gratitude,” Anaya wrote in the caption, highlighting the shared struggles and gradual acceptance her family experienced.…

Strait of Hormuz closure: Over 20 nations vow to support safe passage of ships, condemn Iran’s attacks

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Mar

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Strait of Hormuz closure: Over 20 nations vow to support safe passage of ships, condemn Iran’s attacks

New Delhi: More than 20 countries have expressed readiness to support efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, strongly condemning Iran over what they described as the effective closure of the critical route that carries a significant share of the world’s oil and gas. In a joint statement, 22 nations, mostly from Europe but also including the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, criticised Iran's actions in the Persian Gulf in strong terms. "We condemn in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf, attacks on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas…

Radhika Madan shines as showstopper for NIF Global talent

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Radhika Madan shines as showstopper for NIF Global talent

Bollywood actor Radhika Madan took to the runway on day two of Lakmé Fashion Week (LFW), appearing for designers Mannat Jain and Sneha Ali Shetty of NIF Global. Each season, the "Runway" showcase acts as a vital springboard for emerging talent from across India, and this latest edition was no exception, featuring five distinct collections that blended traditional heritage with modern aesthetics. Madan, who is currently enjoying the success of her latest film, Subedaar, wore a vibrant Madras check crop shirt paired with teal pleated trousers. The collection, titled "Folded Grids" from NIF Global’s Mumbai Andheri centre, drew its…

Japan beat Australia to lift title in record-breaking AFC women’s Asian Cup final

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Mar

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Japan beat Australia to lift title in record-breaking AFC women’s Asian Cup final

Sydney: Japan defeated Australia in a tightly contested final to lift the Women’s Asian Cup. In the summit clash in Sydney, Maika Hamano’s early strike proved decisive for the visitors, who scored a stunning goal in the 17th minute of the match. She was stationed outside the penalty area and struck from distance and found the top bin. Notably, Australia began with intent and control, pushing Japan to their limit in the first few minutes. Their best opening arrived when a precise pass from Mary Fowler released Caitlin Foord inside the box, but the forward was unable to convert, directing…

After US military’s F-35, Iran claims shooting down Israeli fighter jet

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Mar

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After US military’s F-35, Iran claims shooting down Israeli fighter jet

Tehran: Iran's military has claimed that it targeted an Israeli fighter jet on Saturday, a day after reports of an alleged attempt to shoot down a US F-35 Lightning II, amid escalating tensions in the region. According to a report by Tehran Times, Israel acknowledged that one of its fighter aircraft came under attack while operating over Iran. The Israeli military said the jet was targeted by a surface to air missile during the mission, though it did not specify the type of aircraft involved. As reported by The Times of Israel, the Israeli Air Force confirmed that the aircraft…

3 players who can replace Akash Deep in KKR squad for IPL 2026

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Mar

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3 players who can replace Akash Deep in KKR squad for IPL 2026

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Akash Deep has been ruled out of IPL 2026, owing to a stress reaction in the lower back. He is expected to recover in 8-12 weeks, effectively ruling him out of the IPL and also from the one-off Test against Afghanistan in June. His injury is a huge blow to the three-time champions, who will also miss Harshit Rana for the entire season, while Matheesha Pathirana is set to join mid-April, missing at least the first three matches. KKR, at the moment, are in hunt for a possible replacement. Over five domestic pacers are currently…

Another KKR pacer after Harshit Rana ruled out of IPL 2026, franchise seeking replacement

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Mar

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Another KKR pacer after Harshit Rana ruled out of IPL 2026, franchise seeking replacement

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders are confronting a growing crisis in their pace department ahead of IPL 2026, with another setback further weakening their options before the tournament begins. Akash Deep has now been ruled out for the entire season, adding to the team’s mounting list of unavailable fast bowlers. A senior representative from the franchise has confirmed the development, a week before the forthcoming season. "Unfortunately, he is out of the IPL, ruled out for the season,” the representative told Cricbuzz. The 29-year-old was bought at his base price of Rs 1 crore during the mini-auction. However, he didn’t join…

Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility hit in US, Israel airstrikes; no radiation leak reported

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Mar

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Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility hit in US, Israel airstrikes; no radiation leak reported

Tehran: Natanz nuclear enrichment facility was struck in a US-Israeli airstrike on Saturday, Iran's official news agency Mizan News Agency reported, adding that no radiation leakage was detected at the site. The strike comes as the conflict in West Asia enters its fourth week, with no signs of de-escalation. Natanz, Iran’s main uranium enrichment site, had already been targeted earlier in the war, with satellite imagery showing damage to multiple structures. At the time, the International Atomic Energy Agency said there were no radiological consequences from the attack. Located about 220 kilometres southeast of Tehran, the facility has repeatedly been…

Sri Lanka players instructed to clear fitness tests to get NOCs for IPL 2026

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Mar

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Sri Lanka players instructed to clear fitness tests to get NOCs for IPL 2026

New Delhi: The IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 is right around the corner, and the marquee event is all set to kick off on March 28. Ahead of the start of the tournament, SLC (Sri Lanka Cricket) has come forward and asked their players to pass fitness tests in order to be eligible for the no-objection certificates (NOCs) that would allow them to play in the IPL. Notably, the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), Nuwan Thushara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru), Matheesha Pathirana (Kolkata Knight Riders) and Eshan Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad) are all due to arrive in India in the…

Gary Kirsten slams Pakistan cricket, opens up on ‘difficult’ coaching environment

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Gary Kirsten slams Pakistan cricket, opens up on ‘difficult’ coaching environment

New Delhi: Former Pakistan white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten recently came forward and talked about his exit from the side. Branding the environment inside as difficult. Describing a toxic work culture, Kirsten talked about a lack of respect and culture within the side. It is interesting to note that Gary Kirsten stepped down as the Pakistan white-ball head coach in October 2024, just six months into his tenure as the coach, and had not overseen a single ODI. “The thing that surprised me probably more than anything was the level of interference. I don’t think I have ever seen it…