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Seven-member SIT to probe assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah

Seven-member SIT to probe assassination bid on Farooq Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Police have constituted a seven-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the assassination attempt on National Conference President Farooq Abdullah during a marriage function earlier this week. ย  ย  The incident sparked widespread political outrage across the Union Territory and drew sharp condemnation from leaders nationwide. ย  ย  While Chief Minister Omar Abdullah questioned possible security lapses, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti expressed shock over the grave attack. ย  Inspector General of Police Bhim Sen Tuti ordered the formation of the SIT, citing the โ€œseriousness and sensitivityโ€ of the case. ย  On Wednesday evening, Farooq Abdullah narrowly escaped…
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Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed to miss The Hundred 2026? Check what latest report says

Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed to miss The Hundred 2026? Check what latest report says

New Delhi: The Hundred 2026 auction recently concluded, and with several star players making their way into different franchises, the purchase of Pakistanโ€™s Abrar Ahmed in the auction caught major headlines. It is worth noting that Abrar was roped in by Sunrisers Leeds in the auction, a franchise that is under Indian ownership.ย  With the ongoing political tensions between India and Pakistan, Sunrisers Leeds getting Abrar Ahmed saw many raise questions and slam the franchise as well. However, according to a recent report by the Times of India, Abrar Ahmed might not get the opportunity to represent Sunrisers Leeds in…
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Trump claims Iran ready for ceasefire, Mojtaba Khamenei not alive; warns of ‘more’ US strikes on Kharg Island

Trump claims Iran ready for ceasefire, Mojtaba Khamenei not alive; warns of ‘more’ US strikes on Kharg Island

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has questioned whether Mojtaba Khamenei, newly appointed Iran Supreme Leader, is alive. In interviews with NBC News and Fox News Radio, Trump noted that Mojtaba Khamenei has not appeared publicly since his appointment following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, during US-Israeli strikes on February 28.ย Trump said, โ€œI donโ€™t know if heโ€™s even alive. So far, nobodyโ€™s been able to show him. Iโ€™m hearing heโ€™s not alive, and if he is, he should do something very smart for his country, and thatโ€™s surrender.โ€ Public absence fuels speculationย  Since becoming Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei…
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Kate Winslet to star in โ€˜Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollumโ€™?

Kate Winslet to star in โ€˜Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollumโ€™?

Hollywood star Kate Winslet appears to be moving from one fantasy universe to another. The actor, who recently reunited with her Titanic director James Cameron for Avatar: Fire and Ash, is now reportedly in talks to join the upcoming film โ€˜Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollumโ€™. If the deal goes through, Winslet will star alongside Andy Serkis, who is directing the film and will also reprise his iconic role as Gollum from the original Lord of the Rings trilogy. Warner Bros. has not yet officially confirmed the full cast of the project. However, reports suggest that Elijah Wood…
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Former India cricketer questions Kolkata Knight Riders’ retention policy ahead of IPL 2026

Former India cricketer questions Kolkata Knight Riders’ retention policy ahead of IPL 2026

New Delhi: The stage is set for the 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League). The marquee tournament is set to kick off on March 28, and with the competition right around the corner, the 10 franchises will look to put in their best performances in hopes of getting their hands on the marquee title.ย  Ahead of the new season, former India cricketer Anil Kumble came forward and questioned the retention policy of Kolkata Knight Riders. Kumble pointed out how, despite winning the IPL 2024, KKR let go of the likes of Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt, who were…
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Iran-US-Israel war LIVE: China, UK avoid confirming Hormuz warship deployment; Trump warns of New Kharg strike

Iran-US-Israel war LIVE: China, UK avoid confirming Hormuz warship deployment; Trump warns of New Kharg strike

The war between Iran and Israel has now entered its 16th day, with tensions continuing to rise across the region. What began with large airstrikes on February 28 has quickly turned into a wider conflict that is affecting several countries in the Middle East. Since the start of the fighting, the situation has grown more serious. Airstrikes, missile attacks and strong statements from leaders on both sides have increased fears that the conflict could spread further. The war has also begun to disturb global oil supplies and important shipping routes, raising concerns about the wider economic impact. In recent hours,…
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Kevin PIetersen steps down as Delhi Capitals’ mentor ahead of IPL 2026

Kevin PIetersen steps down as Delhi Capitals’ mentor ahead of IPL 2026

New Delhi: The 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) is all set to kick off on March 28. Ahead of the new season of the tournament, former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen took to social media and revealed that he will be stepping down from the role of mentor of Delhi Capitals ahead of the new season.ย  Taking to X, Pietersen shared that he would be stepping down as Delhi Capitalsโ€™ mentor for the upcoming season of the IPL as he could not commit the time that the role required. He also revealed that he would be joining the…
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‘Strait of Hormuz closed only to US and Israeli ships’: Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi on key oil route

‘Strait of Hormuz closed only to US and Israeli ships’: Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi on key oil route

Tehran: Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that vessels from all countries, except its "enemies"--- the United States and Israel---would be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow sea lane between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. The statement came less than a day after the US carried out strikes on military targets on Iranโ€™s oil-critical Kharg Island. The West Asia conflict began after the US and Israel launched a major military attack on Iran on February 28, killing 86-year-old Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran, in…
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‘All about hard work’: Rohit Sharma backs India men’s and women’s teams to continue title-winning streak

‘All about hard work’: Rohit Sharma backs India men’s and women’s teams to continue title-winning streak

Mumbai: There is no doubt that when the best teams in world cricket are spoken about, the Indian team is put at the forefront of the discussion. Both the Indian menโ€™s and womenโ€™s teams have seen major recent success in recent months. While the womenโ€™s team won the ODI World Cup for the first time, the menโ€™s team went on to become the first team to defend the T20 World Cup title as the side defeated New Zealand in the final to lift the title for the third time.ย  Speaking of the recent title wins, Indiaโ€™s two-time ICC title-winning captain,…
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Indian Navy warships deployed near Persian Gulf to assist merchant vessels amid West Asia conflict: Report

Indian Navy warships deployed near Persian Gulf to assist merchant vessels amid West Asia conflict: Report

Tehran: Several warships of the Indian Navy have been deployed near the Persian Gulf and are on standby to assist merchant vessels heading towards India due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, sources confirmed on Sunday. According to sources, the naval ships have been positioned in the region to provide any necessary support or assistance to merchant vessels if required. Indian vesselsย granted transit through Strait of Hormuz Earlier on Saturday, two India-flagged vessels carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) were granted transit through the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian authorities. One of the ships, Shivalik, was last reported by vessel…
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