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New Zealand Cricket announces Geoff Allot as the new chief executive after Scott Weenink’s resignation

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New Zealand Cricket announces Geoff Allot as the new chief executive after Scott Weenink’s resignation

New Delhi: In a major development for NZC (New Zealand Cricket), the board has come forward and appointed former pacer Geoff Allot as their new chief executive. The decision was made after Scott Weenink resigned from the post late last year. At 54 years old, Allot had his moments as a player. His prime came at the 1999 World Cup, where he ended up as the joint highest wicket-taker of the tournament, taking 20 scalps at 16.25 from nine games that he played in the tournament. Overall, he played a total of 10 Tests and 31 ODIs between 1996 and…

US rejects Iran’s ‘conditional’ plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as second round of talks hit impasse

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Apr

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World

US rejects Iran’s ‘conditional’ plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz as second round of talks hit impasse

Washington: The United States has dismissed a reported proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under specific conditions, calling it unacceptable to both Washington and the wider international community. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the remarks during a Monday interview with Fox News. He criticised Tehran’s apparent position, saying it conflicts with the global understanding of how such international waterways should operate. Rubio suggested that Iran’s idea of reopening the strait comes with strict control measures. "What they mean by opening the straits is, yes, the straits are open, as long as you coordinate with Iran,…

Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid confirm thigh issue to star forward weeks ahead of El Clasico

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Apr

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Kylian Mbappe injury update: Real Madrid confirm thigh issue to star forward weeks ahead of El Clasico

New Delhi: Real Madrid have confirmed that their star forward Kylian Mbappe has 'an injury to the semitendinosus muscle' in the left leg, as the French international is in doubt for the El Clasico against Barcelona. Mbappe had picked up the injury during Los Blancos' 1-1 draw against Real Betis in La Liga on Friday. The club had initially indicated that the forward had a muscular overload; however, further tests have confirmed that he is injured. "Following the tests carried out today on our player Kylian Mbappé by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with an injury…

Bobby Deol’s ‘Bandar’ to release on June 5

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Apr

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Entertainment

Bobby Deol’s ‘Bandar’ to release on June 5

Bobby Deol-starrer "Bandar" is set to hit theatres across the world on June 5, the makers announced on Monday. The film, said to be inspired by real-life events, also features Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Indrajith Sukumaran, Riddhi Sen, Saba Azad and Nagesh Bhosle in pivotal roles. “Bandar” has been produced by Nikhil Dwivedi and is backed by Zee Studios. Anurag Kashyap has directed the film while the script has been penned by Sudip Sharma in collaboration with Abhishek Banerjee, according to a press release. Also read: Bobby Deol: 30 years down, more…

Mitchell Santner ruled out from remainder of IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians name replacement

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Apr

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Mitchell Santner ruled out from remainder of IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians name replacement

New Delhi: In a blow for the Mumbai Indians, all-rounder Mitchell Santner has been ruled out for the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 as the five-time champions have named Keshav Maharaj as his replacement. The IPL body confirmed the development through a statement on Monday, April 27. "Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj as a replacement for Mitchell Santner, who has been ruled out of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 owing to a left shoulder injury. Santner sustained the injury during MI’s last home game against Chennai Super Kings while attempting a…

Treble-searching Bayern up against defending champions PSG in Champions League semifinal

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Apr

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Treble-searching Bayern up against defending champions PSG in Champions League semifinal

New Delhi: Bayern Munich, searching for a treble, will be up against the reigning champions, Paris Saint-Germain, in a bid for a place in the Champions League final. The first leg of the two-legged semifinal will take place on April 28 (April 29 as per IST) at the Parc des Princes, Paris. Unbeaten in any competition since January 24, Bayern reached the semifinals after their win over Real Madrid in the quarterfinals by a 6-4 aggregate, following their 4-3 win in the second leg. PSG romped into the semifinals on the back of a 4-0 aggregate against Liverpool. The Bavarians…

Virat Kohli becomes first player to breach elusive IPL record as RCB mow down DC in Delhi

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Apr

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Virat Kohli becomes first player to breach elusive IPL record as RCB mow down DC in Delhi

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru icon Virat Kohli added another feather to his illustrious cap as he became the first-ever player to hit 9000 runs in the Indian Premier League. Kohli, who has been with the RCB since the inception of the IPL, achieved the milestone during his team's clash against the DC on Monday, April 27, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kohli got to 9K runs in the sixth over Kohli needed just 11 runs to breach the mark and got there pretty easily in the second innings after the Capitals were shot out for 75 in the first…

Bhuvneshwar, Hazlewood mastermind DC’s downfall as RCB register NRR boosting win in Delhi

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Apr

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Bhuvneshwar, Hazlewood mastermind DC’s downfall as RCB register NRR boosting win in Delhi

New Delhi: While Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru chase down a meagre target of 76 against the Delhi Capitals, it was a victory that was set up by the bowlers. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood put up jaw-dropping performances as RCB registered a Net run-rate boosting win over the Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Bhuvi, Hazlewood plot DC's downfall Bengaluru arrived in Delhi in a bid to redeem their loss at home against the Capitals, and they did that in one of the most unthinkable fashions. It was a perfect bowling effort from…

Top 5 residential areas of Nashik for quality living and investment

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Apr

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Lifestyle

Top 5 residential areas of Nashik for quality living and investment

Mahatma Nagar is a top location in Nashik due to its proximity to shopping centers, businesses, and key roads like Trimbak Road. Mahatma Nagar consists of luxurious apartments and independent homes making it a desirable location for professionals. Nashik’s transformation into a modern residential hub is clearly reflected in these posh localities. Each of these neighbourhoods has certain special features to offer whether it may be Gangapur road that promises luxury living, Indira Nagar that is more organised, or Pathardi Phata that has tremendous growth potential. All Image Credits: Canva

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Apr

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Nation, Politics

RS chair backs AAP rebels’ BJP merger

The Rajya Sabha Chairman, CP Radhakrishnan, has formally approved the merger of seven former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislators into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This move, led by Raghav Chadha, sees the BJP’s strength in the Upper House climb to 113 members. Alongside Chadha, the newly integrated list includes Ashok Mittal, Sandeep Pathak, Vikramjit Singh Sahney, Harbhajan Singh, Swati Maliwal, and Rajinder Gupta. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed the Chairman's decision on X, welcoming the group to the NDA and taking a swipe at the opposition by bidding "goodbye to the Tukde-Tukde INDI Alliance." Rijiju was quick to…