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RCB finally announce Nuwan Thushara’s replacement for IPL 2026, CSK reveal new player
15
May
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RCB finally announce Nuwan Thushara’s replacement for IPL 2026, CSK reveal new player

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru have officially named a replacement for Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara after the fast bowler failed to obtain a No Objection Certificate from Sri Lanka Cricket. Thushara had initially considered legal action against the board in an attempt to secure permission to participate in the IPL, but eventually stepped away from the idea after missing a substantial portion of the tournament. RCB have now brought in England seamer Richard Gleeson ahead of the crucial final phase of the competition. The 38-year-old joins the franchise for INR 1.6 crore. Notably, Gleeson has represented England in six T20…
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After petrol-diesel price hike, CNG prices go up in Delhi by Rs 2 amid Hormuz blockade, Iran war
15
May
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After petrol-diesel price hike, CNG prices go up in Delhi by Rs 2 amid Hormuz blockade, Iran war

New Delhi: After petrol and diesel price hike, the cost of compressed natural gas (CNG) was on Friday also increased by Rs 2 in the national capital as the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues in the wake of the conflict in the Middle East. The price in Delhi has been raised by Rs 2 per kg -- from Rs 77.09 per kg to Rs 79.09 per kg.ย The development comes a day after Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) raised CNG prices across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) by Rs 2 per kg. The revised price is effective from May 14,…
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Virat Kohli sends clear message on India future, says ‘If I have to prove my worth, it’s not meant to be’
15
May
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Virat Kohli sends clear message on India future, says ‘If I have to prove my worth, it’s not meant to be’

Bengaluru: Virat Kohli has made it clear that his future with the Indian cricket team will depend on one thing and that is trust. The former India captain, who now plays only ODI cricket for the national side, spoke candidly about his mindset regarding the 2027 Cricket World Cup and his relationship with the game during a conversation on Royal Challengers Bengaluruโ€™s podcast. Having stepped away from T20Is and Test cricket over the last two years, Kohli remains one of Indiaโ€™s senior-most figures in the 50-over format. At 37, questions around his future continue to follow him, particularly with another…
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India-UAE ties deepen as PM Modi seals strategic defence, oil reserve deals and billion boost
15
May
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India-UAE ties deepen as PM Modi seals strategic defence, oil reserve deals and $5 billion boost

Abu Dhabi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brief visit to the UAE on Friday yielded several significant strategic, energy, and investment agreements for India. During this visit, key accords were signed between India and the UAE spanning the sectors of defence, energy security, infrastructure, and investment. As per the announced outcomes of the visit, India and the UAE signed an Agreement on Framework for the Strategic Defence Partnership, further strengthening bilateral strategic and security cooperation. The two countries also signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Strategic Petroleum Reserves and an agreement on supplies of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), boosting cooperation in…
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Income Tax Return of AY 2026-27 begins with release of excel utilities for ITR-1, ITR-4: here’s who can file
15
May
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Income Tax Return of AY 2026-27 begins with release of excel utilities for ITR-1, ITR-4: here’s who can file

New Delhi: There is an important update for those who file income tax returns annually. The Income Tax Department has officially begun the process of filing income tax returns for the financial year 2025-26 (AY 2026-27). Sharing this information on social media handles, the department stated that the excel utility for ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms has been activated on the e-filing portal. This move by the Income Tax Department aims to save taxpayers from a last-minute rush. By taking action now, taxpayers can file their returns before the July 31, 2026, deadline. According to information from the Income Tax Department,…
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Jannik Sinner breaks Novak Djokovic’s legendary record, matches Rafael Nadal in another legendary feat
15
May
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Jannik Sinner breaks Novak Djokovic’s legendary record, matches Rafael Nadal in another legendary feat

Rome: Jannik Sinner continued his extraordinary dominance on the ATP Tour by moving into the semi-finals of the Italian Open. He also set a new record for consecutive victories at Masters 1000 events. The world number one defeated Andrey Rublev in straight sets on Thursday, extending his winning streak to 32 matches, leaving the legendary Novak Djokovicโ€™s behind.ย  Longest 1000 Masters winning streak: Player Streak Jannik Sinner 32 Novak Djokovic 31 Novak Djokovic 30 Roger Federer 29 Notably, the Italian produced another commanding performance in front of his home supporters, defeating the 12th seed 6-2, 6-4 in Rome. The victory…
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Gold falls nearly 2% on MCX, silver drops almost Rs 19k per kg: What’s behind this fall?
15
May
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Gold falls nearly 2% on MCX, silver drops almost Rs 19k per kg: What’s behind this fall?

Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures are under pressure on Friday, May 15, 2026, amid profit booking and elevated US bond yields. The gold June 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a drop of Rs 1,188 or 0.73 per cent at Rs 1,60,790 per 10 grams against the previous close of Rs 1,61,978. It continued the downward trend to touch an intraday low of Rs 1,58,851, a drop of Rs 3,127 or 1.93 per cent. Last seen, it was trading at Rs 1,59,370, down Rs 2,608 or 1.61 per cent. In between, it touched the…
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France announce FIFA World Cup 2026 squad; Real Madrid star misses out, Deschamps explains reason
15
May
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France announce FIFA World Cup 2026 squad; Real Madrid star misses out, Deschamps explains reason

New Delhi: France manager Didier Deschamps unveiled his squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, leaving out several high-profile names. Among the biggest omissions was Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who had featured in Franceโ€™s run to the final of the previous World Cup in Qatar.ย  The 23-year-old was part of the squad that lost to Argentina in the summit clash and made an appearance from the bench in that match. This time, however, injuries and inconsistent involvement at the club level cost him a place. "He had a difficult season for himself where he played less. He…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex, Nifty open in green amid mixed global cues, Adani Ports among top gainers
15
May
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex, Nifty open in green amid mixed global cues, Adani Ports among top gainers

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened on a positive note on Friday, May 15, 2026, amid mixed global cues as crude oil prices refuse to come down. While the 30-share BSE Sensex gained 98.38 points or 0.13 per cent to start the session at 75,497.10, the Nifty added 41.8 points to open at 23,731.40. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 74,608.98 and the Nifty 50 at 23,689.60. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index gained 19.92 points, the BSE Smallcap Select Index…
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s ‘are you good enough to hit me’ attitude impresses Virat Kohli
15
May
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s ‘are you good enough to hit me’ attitude impresses Virat Kohli

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has rediscovered his rhythm in the ongoing IPL 2026. He has claimed 22 wickets so far in the ongoing season and is the leading wicket-taker of the cash-rich league. Following which, several experts have advocated for his comeback in the national team, which looks difficult given that Bhuvneshwar is already 36 and Indiaโ€™s T20I squad is pretty young and they are building for the future. Bhuvneshwar, however, has found himself a fan in star batter Virat Kohli. The former captain highlighted that players with technical ability always find a way and it often…
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