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Test cricket a distant dream for Netherlands despite white-ball progress

With the Netherlands making strides in world cricket and participating in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, the side's participation in the longest format of the game still remains a distant dream. The side's manager John van Vliet gave his take on the same. New Delhi: Despite a growing interest in cricket among local-origin players, Test cricket remains a distant ambition for the Netherlands. The famous victory over South Africa at the ODI World Cup 2023 had sparked hopes of a rapid rise for Dutch cricket, but structural limitations mean red-ball cricket is not a realistic goal anytime soon. While…

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NBFC stock in focus on strong YoY assets under management growth – Check share price, other details

Despite the positive operational update and record-high quarterly PAT (profit after tax) of Rs 663 million, the stock traded lower during the session. Mumbai: Shares of non-banking financial company (NBFC)Paisalo Digital Ltd are in focus today as the company has informed exchanges that its assets under management (AUM) have reached Rs 55,082 million. This is an increase of 16 per cent compared to Rs 47,488 million in Q3FY25. The company also said that disbursements for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, also rose by 7 per cent YoY (year-on-year), totalling Rs 10,574 million. Amid this, the stock opened in the…

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3 Players who have played in World Cup in two different sports

A rare group of athletes have achieved the extraordinary feat of representing their countries at World Cups in two different sports. Their journeys highlight exceptional versatility, talent and the ability to excel on the biggest global stages across disciplines. New Delhi: Playing a sport takes skill, athleticism and expertise to perform at the highest level. Playing two is a different ball game altogether. How about playing in different sports at the World Cup level? Sounds crazy, right? But there are a few cricketers who have played World Cups in other sports too. Here we take a look at three of…

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BJP MP Tejasvi Surya detained for protest over B’luru Metro fare hike

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya was briefly detained by police on Monday after he attempted to protest against the proposed Bengaluru Metro fare hike at a metro station while carrying an empty trunk.   Surya reached the RV Road Metro station at around 6 am despite police denying permission for the protest. He was carrying an empty trunk and said he had purchased a ticket to travel from RV Road to National College station.   Speaking to the media shortly before police escorted him away, Surya termed the action “shameful” and accused the state government of detaining people instead of providing…

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IT stock surges over 17% as company plans to invest up to USD 1 billion in AI-powered data centers: Details

Shares of the company are in focus on February 9 after it announced plans to invest up to USD 1 billion in building a nationwide network of AI-native data centres with a total capacity of up to 800 MW. Mumbai: Shares of cybersecurity solutions provider Blue Cloud Softech Solutions Ltd. (BCSSL) are in focus today, i.e. on February 9, 2025, as the company has announced a strategic plan to invest up to USD 1 billion in a nationwide network of next-generation, AI-native data centres. The investment will be made in a phased manner and aims at establishing up to 800…

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Wanindu Hasaranga surpasses Shahid Afridi in major T20 World Cup record despite hamstring issue vs Ireland

Wanindu Hasaranga battled a hamstring issue to take 3/25 against Ireland, putting up a strong performance in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup 2026 opener. Hasaranga surpassed Shahid Afridi in a huge record with his strong performance against Ireland. New Delhi: Sri Lanka star Wanindu Hasaranga surpassed former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi in a major record in the T20 World Cups despite battling hamstring issues in his team's World Cup opener against Ireland on Sunday, February 8.  Hasaranga starred with the ball as he picked up three wickets in his four overs for 25 runs in Sri Lanka's close 20-run win…

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Gold gains Rs 3,049, silver surges by 6% on MCX | Check city-wise rates and key levels

Gold Price Today, Gold MCX Rate: Gold and silver prices surged on February 9, 2026, with MCX gold hitting Rs 1,58,500 and silver futures jumping nearly 6 per cent. Discover the latest 24k and 22k gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities amid a global bullion rally. Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures trade surged on Monday, February 9, 2026, amid a surge in international bullion prices. The gold April 2 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a gain of Rs 549 or 0.35 per cent at Rs 1,56,000 per 10 grams against the…

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Dale Steyn offers his services to Nepal after they almost pulled off a miracle over England in T20 World Cup

Dale Steyn offered his services to Nepal after their stunning performance against England in the T20 World Cup 2026, as they almost pulled off an upset over them. New Delhi: Former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn offered his services to Nepal after their stellar show against England in the T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday, February 8. Chasing a huge 185 at the Wankhede Stadium, Nepal almost stunned the two-time T20 world champions but fell short by just four runs in the end. Nepal had famously come within touching distance of beating South Africa in the T20 World Cup…

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Market Opening Bell: Sensex surges almost 600 points, Nifty near 25,900, SBI jumps 6%

Sensex, Nifty Today: In early trade, market breadth was positive, with 1,905 stocks advancing against 420 stocks declining on the NSE. 118 stocks remained unchanged. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened in the green on Monday, February 9, 2026, amid strong global cues. While the 30-share BSE Sensex surged 597.11 points to start the session at 84,177.51, the Nifty added 195 points to open at 25,888.70. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 83,580.40 and the Nifty 50 at 25,693.70. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the…

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Resolution on India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match expected within 24 hours after ICC, PCB and BCB meeting

A breakthrough on the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match is expected within 24 hours after ICC, PCB and BCB officials held key talks in Lahore. The PCB is set to consult the Pakistan government as discussions continue, with a formal decision likely soon. New Delhi: The breakthrough over the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match is expected soon after the meeting between the International Cricket Council (ICC) officials, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam took place in Lahore on Sunday, February 8, news agency ANI reported,…

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