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‘We were so close’: Mahmudullah recalls Bangladesh’s heartbreaking 1-run loss to India in T20 World Cup 2016

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‘We were so close’: Mahmudullah recalls Bangladesh’s heartbreaking 1-run loss to India in T20 World Cup 2016

Dhaka: T20 World Cup 2016. Must-win game for India at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Bangladesh need only two runs off three balls to win and knock India out of a home World Cup in Super 10 round. Result? India win by one run. What happened on those last three deliveries then? Mushfiqur Rahim got out trying to finish with a big shot. Mahmdullah tried the same on the next delivery and perished and then came the famous run-out from MS Dhoni that caught Mustafizur Rahman short. India prevailed in a nail-biter and Bangladesh were left in a state of…

US military refuelling plane goes down in Iraq amid ongoing war, rescue operation underway

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US military refuelling plane goes down in Iraq amid ongoing war, rescue operation underway

Baghdad: An American military refuelling aircraft went down in Iraq which led to an urgent rescue mission, according to US Central Command. The KC-135 tanker was supporting ongoing US operations against Iran, although officials clarified that the crash was not caused by hostile or friendly fire. The military confirmed that two aircraft were participating in the mission. One KC-135 landed safely while the other went down in western Iraq, which the command described as "a loss". A US official reiterated that "more information will be made available as the situation develops," adding that families of the crew would be briefed once…

Difference between 14k, 18k and 22k gold? Here’s what jewellers don’t always explain |

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Lifestyle

Difference between 14k, 18k and 22k gold? Here’s what jewellers don’t always explain |

Navigating the world of gold jewellery can be confusing, but understanding karat is key. The article decodes the karat system, explaining how 24k is pure but too soft for wear, while 18k offers a luxurious balance of gold content and durability. There was a time when buying gold strictly meant picking out heavy, traditional sets destined to sit inside a bank locker. Today, the aesthetic has completely shifted. We are all about "quiet luxury" - layering delicate chains, stacking minimalist office rings, and investing in everyday jewellery we never have to take off.But walking into a jewellery store to nail…

Farooq Abdullah escapes assassination attempt at wedding

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Farooq Abdullah escapes assassination attempt at wedding

Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Farooq Abdullah had a narrow escape on Wednesday when a gunman opened fire at him while he was leaving a marriage function in Jammu, officials confirmed. Senior NC leaders, including Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, and Advisor to the CM Nasir Aslam Wani, were accompanying him at the time of the incident. The accused has been identified as 63-year-old Kamal Singh Jamwal, son of Ajit Singh, a resident of Purani Mandi in Jammu. He told police he had been waiting for more than 20 years to kill the…

‘Bhooth Bangla’ teaser promises chills and thrills

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Entertainment

‘Bhooth Bangla’ teaser promises chills and thrills

The teaser of the upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla was unveiled on March 12, giving audiences their first look at the film that brings actor Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan back together after a gap of 14 years. The actor-director, known for delivering several hit comedies over the years, reunite with a film that mixes supernatural elements with their signature slapstick humour. The teaser introduces viewers to a mysterious mansion that serves as the central setting of the story. In a humorous moment, Akshay Kumar’s character describes the enormous property as being ‘only two rooms smaller than Buckingham Palace’, immediately establishing…

US synagogue shooting: Suspect shot dead after crashing car, firing shots at Jewish prayer center in Michigan

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US synagogue shooting: Suspect shot dead after crashing car, firing shots at Jewish prayer center in Michigan

Michigan: A gunman opened fire after a vehicle crashed into a synagogue in the US state of Michigan on Thursday, prompting a large police response and precautionary security measures at nearby schools. Authorities said emergency calls were received shortly before 13:00 local time reporting that a car had rammed into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township. Local media reported that the vehicle appeared to have been deliberately driven into the synagogue complex before catching fire. Shortly after the crash, gunshots were reported, prompting police to treat the situation as an active incident. Police said the suspected gunman has not yet…

Abrar Ahmed becomes first Pakistan player to be picked by IPL-based franchise in The Hundred

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Abrar Ahmed becomes first Pakistan player to be picked by IPL-based franchise in The Hundred

New Delhi: The Hundred auction saw several star players being sold to different franchises, but none managed to grab as many headlines as Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed. It is worth noting that Abrar was bought by Sunrisers Leeds in the men's Hundred auction. The moment caught headlines, as it had been reported that the Indian-owned franchises would not go after Pakistan players due to the ongoing political tensions between the two countries. However, despite having Indian ownership, Sunrisers Leeds roped in Abrar for 190k pounds. It is interesting to note that the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) had issued a…

Is Khamenei’s wife alive? Iranian media debunks Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh’s death reports

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Is Khamenei’s wife alive? Iranian media debunks Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh’s death reports

Tehran: Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh, the wife of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and mother of Mojtaba Khamenei, is alive, Fars News reported. The IRGC-affiliated news agency said earlier reports claiming she had been killed were incorrect. “We wish to inform that the wife of the martyred Leader of the Revolution is alive and the initial reports published regarding her martyrdom were incorrect. In recent days, following the martyrdom of the Leader of the Revolution, some media outlets mistakenly published news of the martyrdom of the wife of Martyr Ayatollah al-Uzma Seyyed Ali Khamenei,” the agency said in a post…

Donald Trump warns Iran’s footballers of ‘life and safety’ risks if they choose to play in FIFA World Cup 2026

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Donald Trump warns Iran’s footballers of ‘life and safety’ risks if they choose to play in FIFA World Cup 2026

New Delhi: The FIFA World Cup 2026 has been one of the most sought-after tournaments of the year. The marquee event is slated to be held in the USA, and with the ongoing West Asia war, the situation around Iran’s participation in the tournament has been quite complex. With Iran looking to pull out of the tournament, the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, came forward and revealed that Iran is welcome to compete in the upcoming FIFA World Cup but quickly advised against it, stating that it could not end well for their safety. “The Iran…

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif visits Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East conflict

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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif visits Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East conflict

Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (March 12) departed for a brief official visit to Saudi Arabia at a time when Islamabad is facing increased scrutiny over its defence agreement with the kingdom. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence pact in September last year, pledging to come to each other's aid in the event of an attack by a third country. The agreement was signed when Israel had attacked Hamas leaders in Qatar. However, the situation changed after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran and it hit back but pounding targets in the…