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UAE quits oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war
28
Apr
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UAE quits oil production groups OPEC, OPEC+ amid global energy crisis due to Iran war

Abu Dhabi: In a massive development, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announcedย to pull out of major oil producer groups OPEC and OPEC+,ย effective May 1. The announcement comes at a time when the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has already triggered a massive energy shock which has pushed global markets into deeper uncertainty.ย ย The UAE made the announcement via its state-run WAM news agency. "This decision reflects the UAE's long-term strategic and economic vision and evolving energy profile, including accelerated investment in domestic energy production, and reinforces its commitment to a responsible, reliable, and forward-looking role in…
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‘Batters no longer hold back’: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the biggest change in modern T20 batting
28
Apr
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‘Batters no longer hold back’: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the biggest change in modern T20 batting

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar opened up on the biggest shift in the modern-day T20 batting, stating that the batters don't hold back now, as compared to the times, they used to respect the first few overs. Modern-day batters have redefined T20 cricket, with scoring rates touching hitting stratosphere. The likes of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Priyansh Arya and even some senior pros have made batting look easy. Bhuvneshwar gave his take on the drastic change in the approach. "The biggest change is that batters no longer hold back, even when the ball is swinging in the Powerplay,"…
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England name squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, 18-year-old Corteen-Coleman included
28
Apr
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England name squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, 18-year-old Corteen-Coleman included

New Delhi: Hosts England have named their squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2026, with the 18-year-old Tilly Corteen-Coleman being a stand-out inclusion. The tournament will be the first ICC event that England will be hosting since winning the ODI World Cup 2017, and it gets underway on June 12.ย  Along with Corteen-Coleman, fast bowlers Issy Wong and Lauren Filer are also picked for their first T20 World Cup. The 18-year-old left-arm spinner from Surrey has impressed the England think tank with her recent performances. She first made her name in the Charlotte Edwards Cup in 2024 when…
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Imran Khan underwent medical procedure for eye ailment, sent back to Rawalpindi jail
28
Apr
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Imran Khan underwent medical procedure for eye ailment, sent back to Rawalpindi jail

Islamabad: Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken to a government hospital on Tuesday for treatment related to an ongoing eye condition. The 74-year-old was examined at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where doctors administered another dose of medication before returning him to custody. Khan has been undergoing treatment for right central retinal vein occlusion since January. As part of his therapy, he has been receiving anti-VEGF injections at regular intervals, as per news agency PTI. His previous procedure was conducted on March 23. According to hospital officials, Khan was brought in on April 28 for…
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‘On verge of stopping operations’: Airlines warn of shutdown, seek ATF price relief from Centre
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Apr
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‘On verge of stopping operations’: Airlines warn of shutdown, seek ATF price relief from Centre

Mumbai: Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet have told the government that the country's aviation sector is under "extreme stress" and on the verge of "stopping operations", as they sought a revision in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) pricing along with financial support. The ongoing tensions in West Asia have driven up oil prices, while airspace restrictions have significantly increased operating costs, particularly for long-haul routes. ATF alone accounts for nearly 40 per cent of an airline's operational expenses, making cost pressures increasingly difficult to manage. Indian Airlines writes to Centreย  Against this backdrop, the Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA)ย  has written…
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PBKS vs RR: 3 Player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 40
28
Apr
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PBKS vs RR: 3 Player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 40

New Delhi: Punjab Kings host Rajasthan Royals in the 40th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. The two sides will meet at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on April 28. It is worth noting that both Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals have looked good in the ongoing tournament, and the upcoming clash could prove to be a thriller.ย  Punjab Kings, for the most part, have looked untouchable in the ongoing season of the tournament. Led by Shreyas Iyer, Kings are unbeaten so far, having won six of the seven matches that they have…
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Anant Ambani comes forward to save 80 hippos from death in Columbia, offers relocation to Vantara
28
Apr
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Anant Ambani comes forward to save 80 hippos from death in Columbia, offers relocation to Vantara

New Delhi: Anant Ambani, Executive Director, Reliance Industries Limited, and Founder of Vantara, one of the world's largest wildlife rescue, care, and conservation centres, has formally petitioned the Government of Colombia to stay the execution of 80 hippopotamuses. In a letter addressed to Irene Velez Torres, Colombia's Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Ambani offered a humane alternative: relocating the animals to a permanent home at the Vantara rescue and conservation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. He made this appeal as eighty hippopotamuses in Colombia's Magdalena River basin have been authorised for lethal removal. Compassionate Alternative The hippos, located in the…
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‘I just can’t accept it’: Shreyas Iyer reflects on his rise, weighs in on motivations
28
Apr
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‘I just can’t accept it’: Shreyas Iyer reflects on his rise, weighs in on motivations

New Delhi: Star India batter Shreyas Iyer has been one of the best batters and leaders in recent years of the IPL (Indian Premier League). Being bought by Punjab Kings in the 2025 mega auction, Iyer has completely transformed the team and made them a force to be reckoned with.ย  Under his leadership, Punjab Kings went to the IPL 2025 final, where they lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Furthermore, they look just as formidable in 2026, staying unbeaten after 7 matches in the 19th edition of the tournament. However, the 31-year-old had to endure several hardships to establish himself as…
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Rs 240 Dividend: This cement maker announces quarterly results, recommends special dividend – Details here
28
Apr
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Rs 240 Dividend: This cement maker announces quarterly results, recommends special dividend – Details here

Mumbai: Country's leading cement maker company, UltraTech Cement, has announced its financial results for the January-March quarter of FY26. The company has reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 3,000.02 crore during the March quarter. Along with this, the company has recommended a special dividend for the 2025-26 financial year. The company shared the information in a separate filing. While it has announced the amount of special dividend, there is no update regarding the record date and ex-date to determine the eligibility of shareholders for this corporate action. UltraTech Cement Dividend Amount The company has recommended a special dividend of…
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Virat Kohli inaugurates new West Delhi Cricket Academy branch at DPS RK Puram | Watch
28
Apr
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Virat Kohli inaugurates new West Delhi Cricket Academy branch at DPS RK Puram | Watch

New Delhi: Star India batter Virat Kohli is undoubtedly one of the most influential players in world cricket. Widely revered as one of the greatest batters of all time, Kohli is once again tearing it up in the ongoing edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.ย  After helping his side defeat Delhi Capitals in the 39th game of the tournament at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Kohli was captured at the inauguration ceremony of a new West Delhi Cricket Academy branch at DPS RK Puram the day after the game. His childhood coach, Rajkumar…
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