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Sanju Samson matches Rohit Sharma’s legendary record with century against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026

Sanju Samson matches Rohit Sharma’s legendary record with century against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026

Mumbai: Chennai Super Kings opener Sanju Samson stole the show in the marquee clash against Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2026. When all the other batters were struggling to keep the scoreboard ticking, the keeper-batter took the responsibility on himself, smacking a century in 54 balls. He reached the feat in the final delivery of the innings, pulling Krish Bhagat for a boundary. He remained unbeaten on 101 runs as Chennai posted 207 runs on the board in the first innings. With that, the Kerala-born have matched Rohit Sharma’s feat of most centuries by an Indian in T20 cricket. Abhishek…
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India issues fresh advisory, urges citizens not to travel to Iran by air or land as flights resume

India issues fresh advisory, urges citizens not to travel to Iran by air or land as flights resume

Tehran: Amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the Indian Embassy in Tehran on Thursday issued a fresh advisory asking Indian citizens to avoid travelling to Iran. The advisory also calls on those already present in the country to leave at the earliest using designated land border routes. The advisory comes in response to reports suggesting the possible resumption of some flight services between India and Iran. However, the government has made it clear that the situation remains uncertain. "In view of reports of commencement of some flights between India and Iran, and in continuation of earlier advisories, Indian…
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Delhi Capitals announce Ben Duckett’s replacement, sign England’s all-format cricketer for IPL 2026

Delhi Capitals announce Ben Duckett’s replacement, sign England’s all-format cricketer for IPL 2026

New Delhi: Delhi Capitals signed Rehan Ahmed as Ben Duckett’s replacement for IPL 2026. A couple of days before the season began, Duckett informed the team management about his decision to focus on red-ball cricket and, hence, opted out of the marquee competition. Since then, the Delhi management has played the wait-and-watch game as they wanted to assess the team first before announcing any replacement. As things stand, they might have figured out that Axar Patel and Vipraj Nigam haven’t been quite effective with the ball and hence wanted someone with the same profile. Rehan fit in that category and…
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Trump calls ‘India a great country’ after controversial social media repost; MEA responds

Trump calls ‘India a great country’ after controversial social media repost; MEA responds

Washington: US President Donald Trump  on Thursday (April 23) issued a clarification over remarks that appeared to describe India as a "hellhole," with the US Embassy in New Delhi stating putting out a message that the American leader believes India is a "great" country led by a "good friend of mine". The spokesperson's statement came in response to queries from the Indian media about the controversy created by Trump reposting on social media comments by radio show host Michael Savage that referred to India, China and some other countries as "hellholes". India is a great country: US The President has said…
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Rohit Sharma ruled out of CSK clash in IPL 2026: When will Mumbai Indians batter return to playing XI?

Rohit Sharma ruled out of CSK clash in IPL 2026: When will Mumbai Indians batter return to playing XI?

Mumbai: Rohit Sharma injured his hamstring earlier in the IPL 2026. Since then, he has been out of action, while Mumbai Indians are yet to share a clear update about his possible return to the playing XI. In the last game against Gujarat Titans, captain Hardik Pandya shared that Rohit could miss the game against Chennai Super Kings and it proved true as the former captain was nowhere to be seen on the matchday. Earlier, reports claimed that Rohit is on the verge of full recovery and the team management will decide on his fitness on the match day. On…
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Pakistan: Nine workers killed in deadly terror attack at mining site in Balochistan

Pakistan: Nine workers killed in deadly terror attack at mining site in Balochistan

Islamabad: At least nine workers were killed after terrorists carried out a targeted assault at a copper and gold mining site in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, police officials confirmed on Thursday. The incident has once again highlighted the fragile security situation in the region. As per details, the attack took place on Wednesday evening at the Darigwan site in the Chagai district where mining operations are run by National Resources Limited. According to a senior police official, the assault was carefully timed when workers were finishing their shift. "It was a targeted attack and carried out at a time when workers…
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Bikaji founder Shiv Ratan Agarwal dies at 74

Bikaji founder Shiv Ratan Agarwal dies at 74

New Delhi: Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the chairman and managing director of Bikaji, passed away in Chennai on Thursday at the age of 74. He was in the city for his wife's surgery. According to reports, his health suddenly deteriorated and he was taken to a private hospital, where he breathed his last. Reports suggest that his wife had recently undergone heart bypass surgery and was advised to rest. Because of this, Agarwal and his family were staying at a hotel there.  Shiv Ratan Agarwal, a resident of Sardulganj, Bikaner, had travelled to Chennai with his family 10 days ago. Founded Bikaji…
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‘I leave my personal ego in hotel’ – Ravindra Jadeja on limited bowling in IPL 2026

‘I leave my personal ego in hotel’ – Ravindra Jadeja on limited bowling in IPL 2026

Lucknow: Ravindra Jadeja was adjudged the Player of the Match for his incredible all-round show in the IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants. Initially, he played a vital knock of unbeaten 43 runs off 29 balls, helping Rajasthan post 159 runs on the board in the innings. With the ball, he dismissed Nicholas Pooran. The visitors eventually secured a 40-run win at Ekana and with that, Rajasthan moved to second on the points table. Meanwhile, Jadeja hasn’t been used much by Rajasthan this season. There are multiple instances when the all-rounder didn’t finish his quota of four overs and…
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You won’t get fuel in Delhi without this certificate, here’s what vehicle owners must know

You won’t get fuel in Delhi without this certificate, here’s what vehicle owners must know

New Delhi: Emissions from vehicles are considered to be one of the reasons behind Delhi's poor air quality. Considering this, an order was passed in July last to ban vehicles from refuelling without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate. While the order was implemented for a few days, it was later put on hold. However, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has now directed authorities to enforce the order strictly.  Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issued clear instructions on Wednesday that no petrol pump in Delhi will dispense fuel without a valid PUC certificate. The government believes the step will curb…
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Harmanpreet Kaur breaks Chamari Athapaththu’s legendary record in India’s third T20I vs South Africa

Harmanpreet Kaur breaks Chamari Athapaththu’s legendary record in India’s third T20I vs South Africa

New Delhi: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur played a crucial knock of 66 runs off 38 balls in the third T20I against South Africa in Johannesburg. Opener Shafali Verma played an incredible knock of 64 runs, while Smriti Mandhana added 37 as India posted 192 runs on the board in the first innings. While chasing, Proteas captain Laura Wolvaardt decimated India’s bowlers, smacking 115 runs as South Africa won the match by nine wickets. In the meantime, Harmanpreet has set a new world record for most runs as captain in women’s T20Is. Courtesy of her half-century, the Indian skipper has surpassed…
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