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Cristiano Ronaldo omitted from Portugal squad for friendlies before FIFA World Cup 2026, coach explains reason

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Cristiano Ronaldo omitted from Portugal squad for friendlies before FIFA World Cup 2026, coach explains reason

New Delhi: Cristiano Ronaldo has been excluded from Portugal’s squad for the upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Mexico and the United States as he recovers from a hamstring injury. The 41-year-old has not appeared for his Saudi club Al-Nassr since late February and is expected to regain full fitness in the next week or another. In the meantime, national team coach Roberto Martinez emphasised that even though he is currently out of the squad, Ronaldo’s World Cup spot remains secure. “It’s a minor injury,” Martinez said at a press conference, adding that the five-time Ballon d’Or winner could be back…

India release of ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ stalled

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India release of ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ stalled

The India release of the Oscar-nominated "The Voice of Hind Rajab" is currently on hold. Despite the Central Board of Film Certification finding nothing objectionable during a February screening, distributor Manoj Nandwana is still awaiting the necessary censor certificate. The Oscar-nominated film, that tells the story of a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in 2024, was acquired for release in India as well as Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Afghanistan and Bangladesh by Nandwana. The screening was held in late February when Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a two-day state visit to Israel. "The…

Shreyas Iyer committed to win IPL in 2026, says ‘my eye is on the trophy’

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Shreyas Iyer committed to win IPL in 2026, says ‘my eye is on the trophy’

Chandigarh: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has set his sights firmly on the IPL title in 2026, after narrowly missing out in 2025, losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final. The side reached the final for the second time in their history and earned their third-ever playoff appearance in 2025 and seemed the favourite to get the job done, but RCB were a force to reckon with as well. However, Iyer is determined to change the silver to gold this time around and mentioned that there’s tremendous excitement in the air, but his goals are clear. "Expectations are high,…

International Masters League 2 will begin on October 24; Mumbai, Vadodara, Vizag to host

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International Masters League 2 will begin on October 24; Mumbai, Vadodara, Vizag to host

Mumbai: Cricket fans can brace themselves for another electrifying chapter of the International Masters League (IML), as the much-anticipated Season 2 prepares to make its return to Indian shores. After a successful debut season, the league is set to run from October 24 to November 14, 2026, with matches being hosted across Mumbai, Vadodara, and Vizag. The India Masters emerged victorious in season 1 of the IML, beating West Indies by six wickets in the summit clash. This season, the league features an incredible lineup of cricketing legends, including some of the game’s biggest names such as Sachin Tendulkar, Brian…

Australian PM Anthony Albanese heckled during visit to Sydney mosque | VIDEO

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Australian PM Anthony Albanese heckled during visit to Sydney mosque | VIDEO

Sydney: Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was heckled during his visit to a mosque in Sydney ahead of Eid during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Albanese, along with Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, attended prayers at Lakemba Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the country, after being invited by community leaders on Friday morning. During the visit, some attendees shouted slogans such as "genocide supporters," along with "boo" and "get out of here," while a mosque leader delivered a speech urging the government to engage more effectively with Muslim Australians. The protest stemmed from broader dissatisfaction within sections of Australia's Muslim…

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan announces retirement from BCCI commentary, accuses board of racism

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Laxman Sivaramakrishnan announces retirement from BCCI commentary, accuses board of racism

Chennai: Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has announced his decision to retire from commentary assignments with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He has served for over two decades, spanning international, domestic and franchise cricket. The 60-year-old shared his decision on social media, sparking widespread discussion as the Chennai-born has accused racism behind his decision to retire. His remarks drew attention for the concerns he raised about his experience during his time in broadcasting. Sivaramakrishnan indicated that he had repeatedly been excluded from key roles such as toss coverage and post-match presentations, while Ravi Shastri and others…

‘Deception by Zionist enemy’: Mojtaba Khamenei accuses Israel for strikes on Turkey, Oman, denies Iran’s role

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‘Deception by Zionist enemy’: Mojtaba Khamenei accuses Israel for strikes on Turkey, Oman, denies Iran’s role

Tehran: Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Friday said that the attacks that were conducted against Türkiye and Oman were not conducted by the Islamic Republic, as he alleged that there were carried out by Israel in a bid to create divisions between Tehran and its neigbhours. Mojtaba, who became the Supreme Leader after his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed last month, made the remarks in his message for Eid and Nowruz. Mojtaba further said that the United States (US) and Israel want a regime change in Iran and had believed that the war would end after a…

Sadhguru Quote: Quote of the day by Sadhguru: “Do not waste your time and Life on things that do not matter…” |

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Sadhguru Quote: Quote of the day by Sadhguru: “Do not waste your time and Life on things that do not matter…” |

Sadhguru, whose real name is Jaggi Vasudev, is believed to be among the most powerful spiritual masters we have today. He is known for his clarity of thinking and his practical approach to life. He has touched the lives of millions of people through his lectures and writings, as well as through his Isha Foundation and similar initiatives. He has been successful in bridging the divide between yogic values and modern living without compromising our responsibilities in life.What sets Sadhguru apart from others is that he is able to simplify complex truths and present them in a practical manner. Sadhguru…

Congress expels ex Jharkhand minister for 3 years

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Congress expels ex Jharkhand minister for 3 years

In a major political development in Jharkhand, the Congress party has expelled former minister Yogendra Sao for three years over his alleged controversial remarks against Chief Minister Hemant Soren and the ruling coalition government. According to an official press release issued by the Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee, the decision was taken by the party’s disciplinary committee to maintain organisational discipline. The action follows repeated instances of Sao making objectionable and indisciplined remarks against the current government through social media platforms. Senior party leaders stated that the committee had taken serious note of Sao’s conduct, particularly his comments made…

Rishabh Pant reflects on physical and mental preparation ahead of IPL 2026

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Rishabh Pant reflects on physical and mental preparation ahead of IPL 2026

Lucknow: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant failed to live up to the potential in IPL 2025. The keeper-batter made 269 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 133.16 last season, which includes a century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their final league game. Otherwise, for most of the IPL, his strike rate was below 100 and at one point, experts noted that Pant could be dropped from the playing XI. He was also expected to be stripped of captaincy ahead of the forthcoming season, but the Lucknow management showed enough faith in the cricketer. The 28-year-old has…