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Which records did Lionel Messi break in historic hat-trick outing in Argentina vs Algeria World Cup opener? | Football

Which records did Lionel Messi break in historic hat-trick outing in Argentina vs Algeria World Cup opener? | Football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi achieved multiple historical records as he scored his first-ever FIFA World Cup hat-trick during his team's opener against Algeria at the Kansas City Stadium on June 17 (as per IST). Messi made his record sixth appearance on the pitch in the World Cups, becoming the first-ever man to do so. He also marked his 200th appearance for the Laย Albiceleste, looking supremely fit and in touch after recovering from a hamstring issue.ย  Messi was unstoppable in his 27th World Cup match as he scored three goals to cap off a brilliant 3-0 win for the defending champions.…
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NDA camps Jharkhand MLAs in Ranchi hotel before RS polls

NDA camps Jharkhand MLAs in Ranchi hotel before RS polls

Just a couple of days ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections in Jharkhand, BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has begun consolidating its legislators, with alliance MLAs being moved to a hotel in Ranchi as preparations intensify for the June 18 contest. Leader of Opposition and senior BJP leader Babulal Marandi said that a series of meetings would be held to formulate the alliance's strategy ahead of the elections. ย  While declining to specify whether legislators would remain at the hotel until polling day, Marandi maintained that discussions among alliance members were underway. ย  NDA has fielded independent candidate Parimal Nathwani…
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Asian Paints Dividend: Stock to trade ex-date soon for Rs 23 dividend, check record date and other details | Markets

Asian Paints Dividend: Stock to trade ex-date soon for Rs 23 dividend, check record date and other details | Markets

Mumbai: Shares of leading paint maker Asian Paints will be on investors' radar in the coming days as they will trade ex-date soon for the final dividend of Rs 23 per equity share with a face value of Re 1 each. The stock has been volatile of late amid market volatility. However, it ended the last trading session in green. The stock opened at Rs 2,740.20, up from the previous close of Rs 2,739.15, on the BSE. During the day, it touched the intraday high of Rs 2,770 and low of Rs 2,738. The counter closed at Rs 2748.80 with…
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Lionel Messi rewrites history books with hat-trick, Argentina thrash Algeria in FIFA World Cup opener | Football

Lionel Messi rewrites history books with hat-trick, Argentina thrash Algeria in FIFA World Cup opener | Football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi showed why he is the best in the world as he scored his first-ever hat-trick in a FIFA World Cup during Argentina's tournament opener against Algeria on Wednesday, June 17 (as per IST). The 38-year-old made his sixth appearance on the pitch at the World Cups, setting the all-time record. But there were several others he achieved during a historic night at the Kansas City Stadium. Messi scored a jaw-dropping hat-trick in the clash as he produced some thunderous strikes to stamp his authority. He now has scored the joint-most goals in the history of the…
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Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: ARG vs ALG Latest Match Updates, Lionel Messi, Starting XI, Kanstas | Football

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: ARG vs ALG Latest Match Updates, Lionel Messi, Starting XI, Kanstas | Football

New Delhi: Defending champions Argentina kick their campaign off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 as they lock horns against Algeria in their Group J opener at the Kanstas City Stadium. Eyes are on Lionel Messi, who started for theย La Albiceleste in their 2026 opener against the African nation. Messi has made a record sixth appearance at the showpiece, having been with the side since 2006. He became the first man ever to take the pitch in six FIFA World Cups, a record which is set to be later equalled by Portugal talisman Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi's appearance in the opener…
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PM Modi to hold bilateral meet with Trump on sidelines of G7 Summit in France: What’s on the cards | World

PM Modi to hold bilateral meet with Trump on sidelines of G7 Summit in France: What’s on the cards | World

Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a bilateral meeting with his US counterpart on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. The two leaders are likely to hold discussion on a plethora of issues aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation across key sectors. Ahead of the formal talks, the two leaders shared a brief interaction at the summit venue in Evian-les-Bains. The meeting marked their first face-to-face encounter in nearly 18 months. Visuals from the event showed Modi and Trump warmly greeting each other with a handshake before engaging in a short conversation. Key…
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Lionel Messi creates world record as Argentina kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign | Football

Lionel Messi creates world record as Argentina kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign | Football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi has added another historic feather to his cap as the Argentina legend became the first-ever player to take the field in a sixth FIFA World Cup on Wednesday, June 17 (as per IST). Messi was named in the team's starting XI for the opener against Algeria at the Kanstas City Stadium as the defending champions kick their campaign off. Messi has become the first-ever man to feature in six World Cups after being tied with the likes of Lothar Matthรคus, Antonio Carbajal, Rafael Mรกrquez, Andrรฉs Guardado and Manuel Neuer. Cristiano Ronaldo is set to become just…
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Kylian Mbappe breaks multiple legendary records as France beat Senegal 3-1 in FIFA World Cup 2026 | Football

Kylian Mbappe breaks multiple legendary records as France beat Senegal 3-1 in FIFA World Cup 2026 | Football

Robbinsville, New Jersey: Kylian Mbappe delivered another defining World Cup night, scoring twice against Senegal as France sealed a 3-1 victory in New Jersey. With the goals, the French captain rewrote the record books in the process. Notably, the match had begun quietly for the France captain, who struggled for involvement in a tightly contested first half. He registered only 14 touches before the break, fewer than any other player on the pitch, as Senegalโ€™s structure and pressing limited his influence. But the game shifted in the second half and so did Mbappeโ€™s presence in it. France took the lead…
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England batter ruled out of second Test vs NZ, ECB announce replacement as three debutants to feature | Cricket

England batter ruled out of second Test vs NZ, ECB announce replacement as three debutants to feature | Cricket

London: England have been forced into a late reshuffle ahead of the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, with keeper-batter James Rew drafted into the starting XI after Jamie Smith withdrew following the birth of his second child. The change was confirmed on Tuesday, less than a day before the start of the match. Smith will remain with his family after his partner Kate gave birth earlier in the day, opening the door for Rew to make his long-awaited Test debut. "Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter James Rew has been called into the England Men's XI for the second Rothesay Test…
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Nicola Coughlan joins โ€˜Only Murders in the Buildingโ€™

Nicola Coughlan joins โ€˜Only Murders in the Buildingโ€™

โ€œOnly Murders in the Buildingโ€ has officially expanded its star-studded roster for Season 6, introducing a spectacular wave of new talent. ย  Among the high-profile additions to the cast of the hit Hulu series is Irish actress Nicola Coughlan, who recently achieved global fame for her portrayal of Penelope Featherington in Netflixโ€™s hit series โ€œBridgertonโ€. ย  Coughlanโ€™s casting coincides with a major milestone for the comedy-mystery show: for the first time, the beloved crime-solving trio of Mabel (played by Selena Gomez), Charles (essayed by Steve Martin), and Oliver (played by Martin Short), are leaving the United States to tackle an…
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