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US to ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition: A look at the last time the US took control of a country

US to ‘run’ Venezuela until safe transition: A look at the last time the US took control of a country

While this aggressive stance toward Venezuela is new, the idea of the US "running" a country during a transition is not without precedent. The most recent example of this occurred in Iraq. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump declared that the United States would "run" Venezuela until a "safe, proper, and judicious" transition to a new government could take place. This announcement came hours after US forces launched a military strike on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Trump's declaration was unmistakably direct. In a news conference, Trump said, "We are going to run the country…
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AUS vs ENG 5th Test pitch report: How will surface at SCG in Sydney play in the fifth Test?

AUS vs ENG 5th Test pitch report: How will surface at SCG in Sydney play in the fifth Test?

With Australia all set to take on England in the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Ashes 2025-26 series, let us have a look at the pitch report for the upcoming clash between the two sides. The game will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Sydney: The stage is set for the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Ashes 2025-26. Australia will lock horns against England in the final Test of the series at the Sydney Cricket Ground from December 4.ย  It is worth noting that the Aussies have already retained the Ashes, after they put in…
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โ€˜Dhurandharโ€™ makes history, crosses โ‚น100 crore in week 4

โ€˜Dhurandharโ€™ makes history, crosses โ‚น100 crore in week 4

Continuing its record-smashing streak, the Ranveer Singh-starrer โ€œDhurandharโ€ has set a new record as the "first Hindi film ever" to surpass the Rs 100 crore mark during its fourth week of release. ย  The film has not only maintained a strong theatrical run but has also emerged as one of the biggest Indian hits of the year, signalling renewed audience interest in large-scale, content-driven cinema. ย  Taking to X, trade analyst Taran Adarsh wrote, "'DHURANDHAR' - THE FIRST FILM TO HIT A CENTURY IN *WEEK 4*... #Dhurandhar shows no signs of slowing down, adding yet another historic milestone to its…
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India U19 register swift victory in rain marred first ODI against South Africa

India U19 register swift victory in rain marred first ODI against South Africa

India U19 took on South Africa U19 in the first ODI of the ongoing three-game series. After a good showing with the bat in the first innings, the Men in Blue managed to win the game after rain played spoilsport in the run chase. New Delhi: The three-game youth ODI series between India U19 and South Africa U19 kicked off with the sides facing off at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, on January 3. The clash began with India coming in to bat first after losing the toss, and the side got off to a subpar start to the game.ย  Aaron George…
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‘Justice has begun’: Venezuelan Opposition leader after Trump claims Maduro’s capture

‘Justice has begun’: Venezuelan Opposition leader after Trump claims Maduro’s capture

In her first public reaction, Machado addressed Venezuelans directly, saying that Maduro must now face international justice for crimes committed against the Venezuelan people as well as citizens of other nations New Delhi: Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado has broken her silence following US President Donald Trumpโ€™s claim that President Nicolas Maduro has been captured after large-scale American military strikes on Venezuela. Her response, filled with resolve and urgency, has once again placed her at the center of global attention as questions mount over Venezuelaโ€™s political future. In her first public reaction, Machado addressed…
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Lockie Ferguson’s T20 World Cup 2026 participation in doubt after injury setback

Lockie Ferguson’s T20 World Cup 2026 participation in doubt after injury setback

With the T20 World Cup 2026 all set to kick off on February 7, New Zealand Cricket has been hit with a major roadblock after star pacer Lockie Ferguson was injured during the ILT20 season, and faces a race against time to be fit in time for the tournament. New Delhi: With the T20 World Cup 2026 rapidly approaching, New Zealand cricket has been hit with a major blow, as Lockie Fergusonโ€™s participation in the upcoming edition of the World Cup has been put into doubt after the recent injury that he sustained in the ILT20 2025-26.ย  It is worth…
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Why was Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped from India’s ODI squad to face New Zealand? Check details

Why was Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped from India’s ODI squad to face New Zealand? Check details

With the BCCI announcing India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, let us have a look as to why star batter Ruturaj Gaikwad was dropped from the Men in Blue's ODI squad for the upcoming series. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) recently came forward and announced Indiaโ€™s squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. With the squad announced, many big names were included in the side, but the exclusion of ace batter Ruturaj Gaikwad was noticed by many fans.ย  It is worth noting that Gaikwadโ€™s exclusion comes as a…
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BCCI remains non-committal over Bangladesh tour after Mustafizur Rahman row

BCCI remains non-committal over Bangladesh tour after Mustafizur Rahman row

With the BCCI asking KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the IPL 2026, the board remains non-committal over their participation in the upcoming Bangladesh tour due to the political discourse between the two nations. New Delhi: The diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh seem to be heading towards an all-time low, due to the political discourse between the two countries and the rapidly deteriorating relations between them. Recently, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) asked IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders to remove Bangladeshโ€™s Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the IPL 2026. It is worth…
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Kolkata Knight Riders issue statement after releasing Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of IPL 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders issue statement after releasing Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of IPL 2026

IPL (Indian Premier League) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders took centre stage and released a statement where they confirmed the release of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad after the BCCI's directive. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took centre stage and directed the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladeshโ€™s Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the IPL 2026. It is worth noting that KKR roped in Rahman for Rs 9.2 crore, but they will be unable to avail themselves of the pacerโ€™s services for the upcoming edition of the tournament.ย  With…
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BCCI announces India squad for New Zealand ODI series, Rohit-Virat set to feature

BCCI announces India squad for New Zealand ODI series, Rohit-Virat set to feature

The BCCI announced India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. The two sides will lock horns across three ODIs, and Shubman Gill will be leading the side. The likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature in the series as well. New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) took centre stage and announced India's squad for the upcoming three-game ODI series against New Zealand. Shubman Gill will be leading the side, with Rohit and Virat set to feature as well. All-rounder Hardik Pandya has not been selected in the squad to manage…
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