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Iran-US ceasefire talks: JD Vance to lead second round of negotiations in Pakistan

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Iran-US ceasefire talks: JD Vance to lead second round of negotiations in Pakistan

Washington: US Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to arrive in Islamabad on Monday evening to lead a high-level American delegation for a second round of ceasefire talks with Iran, CNN reported, citing White House on Sunday. The visit comes as the two-week ceasefire, brokered on April 8, approaches its expiry on April 22. Tensions around the negotiations have escalated in recent days amid reported violations of the truce and a public ultimatum issued by President Donald Trump. The US and Iran held rare direct talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 11 and 12 aimed at ending their conflict, but…

Punjab Kings create history against Lucknow Super Giants after batting show from Priyansh, Connolly

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Apr

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Punjab Kings create history against Lucknow Super Giants after batting show from Priyansh, Connolly

New Delhi: Punjab Kings achieved a major record against the Lucknow Super Giants as they became the first-ever team to score a 250-plus total against the Rishabh Pant-led side on Sunday, April 19. Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly tore apart the celebrated LSG bowling line-up as they put up a 182-run partnership for the second wicket in just 80 balls. Priyansh scored a jaw-dropping 93 from 37 balls, while Connolly scored 87 from 46 deliveries as the two batters put the LSG bowlers to the sword. The two hit 16 sixes together and 12 boundaries in what was a sensational…

PBKS vs LSG IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams

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Apr

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PBKS vs LSG IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams

New Delhi: Table-toppers Punjab Kings are up against the Lucknow Super Giants as they look to extend their winning run with their strong batting unit. LSG have been struggling this season, but have been boosted as Rishabh Pant is available to play despite having picked up an elbow injury in the previous game. PBKS, the only unbeaten team so far, have been in dominant form with four wins from five matches, while one game against Kolkata Knight Riders was washed out. The Shreyas Iyer-led side also boasts a healthy net run rate of +1.067, built on consistent batting performances and…

Is Mayank Yadav playing in today’s IPL match for LSG against PBKS in New Chandigarh?

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Apr

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Is Mayank Yadav playing in today’s IPL match for LSG against PBKS in New Chandigarh?

New Delhi: Mayank Yadav missed out as Lucknow Super Giants face Punjab Kings in their sixth match of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. Yadav has already been declared "ready" by LSG director Tom Moody to play in the Indian cash-rich league; however, he still finds himself on the bench. LSG captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and opted to bowl first on a pitch that looks good to bat on. Pant confirmed there is one change to their Playing XI as Manimaran Siddharth came in for Digvesh Rathi. However,…

Indian tanker ‘Desh Garima’ clears Strait of Hormuz as two vessels turn back after firing

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Apr

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Indian tanker ‘Desh Garima’ clears Strait of Hormuz as two vessels turn back after firing

New Delhi: Amid the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, an Indian-flagged crude oil tanker safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, even as two other vessels were forced to turn back after coming under fire, prompting India to raise concerns with Iran over the safety of merchant shipping. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the tanker Desh Garima, carrying 31 Indian seafarers, successfully crossed the strategic waterway on April 18 and is expected to reach Mumbai on April 22. Operated by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI), the vessel is the 10th India-flagged ship to have navigated…

Ishaan Khatter hails Femina Miss India as platform of empowerment

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Apr

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Ishaan Khatter hails Femina Miss India as platform of empowerment

Actor Ishaan Khatter and singer Jubin Nautiyal lauded the 61st edition of Femina Miss India for its commitment to empowerment and national representation. Speaking at the Bhubaneswar finale on Saturday, the duo highlighted the pageant’s unique ability to unite and showcase talent from across the country’s diverse regions. "The environment here is beautiful. I am glad that Femina Miss India is being hosted in this state. I think this is the special thing about Miss India that every state of India gets representation on the stage. It's lovely to witness," Ishaan said. He further emphasised the importance…

Blessing Muzarabani’s manager hits back at PSL ban and trolls: ‘Cannot breach contract you never received’

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Apr

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Blessing Muzarabani’s manager hits back at PSL ban and trolls: ‘Cannot breach contract you never received’

New Delhi: Blessing Muzarabani's team has hit back on the two-year ban from the Pakistan Super League and the trolling he has been facing on social media for not featuring in the Pakistani tournament. Muzarabani was among the foreign players to leave the PSL for the Indian Premier League 2026 and has been part of the Kolkata Knight Riders this season. Muzarabani's switch from PSL to IPL was met with harsh criticism on social media, his team confirmed. Muzarabani's team spilt the beans and the timeline on what actually happened, revealing that the Zimbabwe pacer had not received a contract…

‘Fair deal or force’: Trump threatens Iran as US team heads to Pakistan for second round of talks

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Apr

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‘Fair deal or force’: Trump threatens Iran as US team heads to Pakistan for second round of talks

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of violating a fragile ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz. In a strongly worded message on his social platform Truth Social, Trump claimed Iranian forces opened fire in the busy shipping corridor, calling it a “serious breach” of existing understandings. He alleged that vessels linked to France and the United Kingdom were among those targeted, though no independent confirmation has been provided by either nation so far. ‘A clear violation’ Trump described the reported incident as a direct challenge to stability in the region. “Iran fired in the Strait of Hormuz.…

7 factors driving property price growth in Indian metro cities

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Apr

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7 factors driving property price growth in Indian metro cities

Real estate prices also climb when buyers and developers feel confident about the long-term outlook. Under-penetration of housing finance, REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) , land-record digitisation, and broader economic growth are structural supports. Strong growth prospects and pro-business reforms are reasons for residential markets to remain attractive in major cities.India’s metro housing markets are becoming structurally premium due to long-term urbanisation and constrained land supply. Higher incomes, cheaper loans, infrastructure upgrades, job creation, and a strong shift toward premium housing are all working together. At the same time, limited supply in prime urban pockets keeps prices elevated and supports…

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday alleged that opposition parties led by Congress “hatched a conspiracy” to derail the Women’s Reservation Bill, warning they have “played with fire” and will face serious consequences.

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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday alleged that opposition parties led by Congress “hatched a conspiracy” to derail the Women’s Reservation Bill, warning they have “played with fire” and will face serious consequences.

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday alleged that opposition parties led by Congress “hatched a conspiracy” to derail the Women’s Reservation Bill, warning they have “played with fire” and will face serious consequences. Addressing a press conference alongside Rajya Sabha MP and former National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson Rekha Sharma in Jammu, Puri said even at the last minute, the government made efforts to accommodate the opposition’s concerns to ensure passage of the bill. NCW ex-chief termed it as ‘foeticide’ of women’s rights. The leaders asserted that the bill is not merely a political issue but…