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Jacob Bethell defends IPL stint after Alastair Cook’s criticism, explains his preferred batting position

Jacob Bethell defends IPL stint after Alastair Cook’s criticism, explains his preferred batting position

Bengaluru: Jacob Bethell has made it clear that he prefers to bat at No. 3 in the England set-up, a position where he scored his maiden Test century earlier this year. Although speculation about him opening the batting for England against New Zealand has been swirling, Bethell has emphasised his commitment to the No. 3 spot. The youngster explained his preference for No. 3, noting that it suits his game perfectly. Bethell also acknowledged that moving up the order, similar to Joe Root's switch to opening in the 2013 Ashes, could be an option, but stressed that No. 3 is…
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Called out ‘kallo, kali’: Meet Hema Gill, ‘that terrace girl’, who shattered trolls with her impeccable terrace walk and landed a Guru Randhawa video |

Called out ‘kallo, kali’: Meet Hema Gill, ‘that terrace girl’, who shattered trolls with her impeccable terrace walk and landed a Guru Randhawa video |

Hema Gill, the "terrace video girl," defied narrow beauty standards in India by embracing her dusky skin and confidence. Rejected for modeling due to her height and skin tone, she created her own runway online. Her viral terrace walks led to brand deals and a music video with Guru Randhawa, proving self-belief can challenge societal norms. Social media has the power to make or break the dreams that people set for themselves.Content creators often post photos and videos that turn them into overnight sensations - but, like a coin with two sides, sharing multimedia online comes with its own set…
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Congress leader and former Member of Parliament (MP) TN Prathapan has moved the Supreme Court challenging the televised address delivered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aired by public service broadcaster Doordarshan on April 18.

Congress leader and former Member of Parliament (MP) TN Prathapan has moved the Supreme Court challenging the televised address delivered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aired by public service broadcaster Doordarshan on April 18.

ย  Congress leader and former Member of Parliament (MP) TN Prathapan has moved the Supreme Court challenging the televised address delivered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aired by public service broadcaster Doordarshan on April 18. ย  According to the plea, the Prime Minister delivered the address at around 8:30 PM on April 18, shortly after the political developments surrounding the Nari Shakti Vandan Bill, during which he criticised several opposition parties by name.The plea has alleged misuse of government-controlled television channels to criticise opposition parties during an active election period, an act which Prathapan has claimed is a violation of…
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Jofra Archer set new IPL record for Rajasthan Royals after three-wicket haul against LSG

Jofra Archer set new IPL record for Rajasthan Royals after three-wicket haul against LSG

Lucknow: Ace pacer Jofra Archer claimed three wickets as Rajasthan Royals beat Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs at the Ekana Stadium. With that, the England international has become the leading wicket-taker for Rajasthan in IPL history. He broke Shane Watsonโ€™s record with the 68th wicket for the franchise. Yuzvendra Chahal, Siddharth Trivedi and Shane Warne rank third, fourth and fifth, respectively.ย  Meanwhile, Jofra dismissed Aiden Markram for a duck in the powerplay, before dismissing Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan in the death overs. With that, Rajasthan have picked up a comfortable win and moved to second on the IPL…
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Trump claims Iran halts execution of eight women protesters at his request: ‘I very much appreciate it’

Trump claims Iran halts execution of eight women protesters at his request: ‘I very much appreciate it’

Washington: A major development has emerged amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East as US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran has suspended the execution of eight women protesters who were facing the death penalty. Posting on Truth Social, Trump described it as "very good news" and said the punishment of the protesters had been put on hold following his intervention. According to Trump, four of the eight women will be released immediately, while the remaining four will serve a one-month prison term instead of facing execution. He said Iran's leadership accepted his request and cancelled the proposed punishment.…
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Rajasthan Royals move to second on points table after thrashing LSG in low-scoring affair in IPL 2026

Rajasthan Royals move to second on points table after thrashing LSG in low-scoring affair in IPL 2026

Lucknow: Rajasthan Royals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs at the Ekana Stadium in the ongoing IPL 2026. On a surface that was tough on the batters from the get go, the visitors struggled early on. Young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is known for his rapid starts, also failed to keep up with the momentum, playing a maiden over, before getting out to Mohsin Khan in the fourth over of the game. Dhruv Jurel soon followed suit, registering a golden duck. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, on the other hand, found some momentum early on, but failed to capitalise on his start,…
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Iran says reopening of Strait of Hormuz ‘impossible’ amid US blockade, calls it ‘ceasefire violation’

Iran says reopening of Strait of Hormuz ‘impossible’ amid US blockade, calls it ‘ceasefire violation’

Tehran: Iran on Wednesday (April 22) said that the Islamic Republic would not reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as long as the US naval blockade remains in place, describing it as a "blatant violation of the ceasefire." Reopening of Strait of Hormuz 'impossible'ย  Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, in a post on X, said the ceasefire can only hold if it is respected in full, warning that ongoing actions at sea undermine its credibility.ย "A complete ceasefire only makes sense if it is not violated by the maritime blockade and the hostage-taking of the worldโ€™s economy, and if…
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Chelsea announce new interim coach after sacking Liam Rosenior following 5 straight defeats in Premier League

Chelsea announce new interim coach after sacking Liam Rosenior following 5 straight defeats in Premier League

London: Chelsea have sacked head coach Liam Rosenior after the club suffered five consecutive defeats in the Premier League, for the first time in 114 years. Earlier, the club management offered tremendous support to the English manager, but after an embarrassing 3-0 defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion in the league, things changed drastically as the higher authority called for a high-profile meeting. During the meeting, it was decided to relieve Rosenior from his duty. Meanwhile, as things stand, the London-based club are seventh on the points table and are seven points behind a possible UEFA Champions League spot.ย  โ€œChelsea…
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India rejects claims of cash, crypto payments to Iran for passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz

India rejects claims of cash, crypto payments to Iran for passage of ships through Strait of Hormuz

New Delhi: The Union government on Wednesday firmly dismissed reports suggesting that Indian vessels made payments, either in cash or cryptocurrency, to Iran to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Officials termed such claims as baseless amid heightened tensions in the strategically vital region. The clarification follows an incident on April 18, when two India-flagged vessels were forced to retreat after Iranian forces opened fire as they attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The development triggered concern within maritime circles and raised questions about safety in one of the world's busiest energy routes. An audio clip…
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Will MS Dhoni play in CSK’s high-voltage clash against MI? Coach shares major update

Will MS Dhoni play in CSK’s high-voltage clash against MI? Coach shares major update

Mumbai: Legendary cricketer MS Dhoni is yet to play a single game in the ongoing IPL 2026. The keeper-batter has been training with the squad for over two weeks now, but has been out of action, with the team management not sharing a possible date for his return. Earlier, several media reports claimed that Dhoni could return to action in the high-voltage clash against Mumbai Indians on April 23, but ahead of the contest, CSKโ€™s bowling coach Eric Simmons confirmed that a decision hasnโ€™t been made. He shared that Dhoni and the medical unit have the final say regarding his…
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