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Virat Kohli becomes first cricketer to register major feat in IPL, also becomes third cricketer to hit 300 sixes
24
Apr
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Virat Kohli becomes first cricketer to register major feat in IPL, also becomes third cricketer to hit 300 sixes

Bengaluru: Star batter Virat Kohli stole the show in Royal Challengers Bengaluruโ€™s high-voltage clash against Gujarat Titans at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The veteran smacked 81 runs off 44 balls as the hosts registered a comfortable five-wicket win. In the process, Kohli struck eight fours and with that, he became the first player in IPL history to reach 800 boundaries. The former RCB captain also became the third cricketer, after Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma, to hit 300 sixes in the cash-rich tournament.ย  Kohli lauds Devdutt Padikkal after the game Chasing 206 runs, RCB lost the wicket of Jacob Bethell…
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Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal ruin Sai Sudharsan’s party as RCB register commanding win over Gujarat
24
Apr
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Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal ruin Sai Sudharsan’s party as RCB register commanding win over Gujarat

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the IPL 2026 clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The Rajat Patidar-led side had a struggling start to the match as Sai Sudharsan wreaked havoc in the middle. The youngster smashed a 57-ball century on a surface that was two-faced in the first innings. He dictated the play early on, setting the momentum for Gujarat, but there was little support for him from the other end. Shubman Gill departed after scoring 32 runs off 24 balls, while Buttler added 25 off 16. Towards the fag end of the innings,…
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India submits Expression of Interest to host Asian Games 2038; in race with South Korea, Mongolia
24
Apr
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India submits Expression of Interest to host Asian Games 2038; in race with South Korea, Mongolia

New Delhi: India has formally entered the race to host the 2038 Asian Games. The proposal has been submitted by the Indian Olympic Association and was recently taken up for discussion by the Olympic Council of Asia during its executive board meeting in Sanya. The development was confirmed by IOA CEO Raghuram Iyer, who indicated that the process is still in its early stages and further direction from the continental body is awaited. โ€œWe have submitted an EOI and it was discussed by the OCA in its executive board meeting,โ€ he said, adding that further guidance from the continental body…
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Iranian delegation led by Abbas Araghchi heads to Pakistan for US-Iran ceasefire talks
24
Apr
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Iranian delegation led by Abbas Araghchi heads to Pakistan for US-Iran ceasefire talks

Tehran: An Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will reach Pakistan on Friday night to hold bilateral consultations, discuss the US-Iran ceasefire and the current developments in the region, officials and media reports said. Araghchi will lead a small delegation to Pakistan, Oman, and Russia on Friday to "hold bilateral consultations and discuss current developments in the region, as well as the latest situation" in the US-Iran war, Iran's state-run IRNA news agency reported. However, there was no clarity on whether Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Parliament Speaker who led the Iranian delegation in the first round of peace…
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Sai Sudharsan breaks Chris Gayle’s all-time IPL record, smashes cracking century vs RCB in IPL 2026
24
Apr
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Sai Sudharsan breaks Chris Gayle’s all-time IPL record, smashes cracking century vs RCB in IPL 2026

Bengaluru: Young batter Sai Sudharsan was struggling to live up to his potential in the ongoing IPL 2026. However, in the clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the Gujarat Titans opener defied odds, playing some phenomenal cricket and eventually completing his century in 57 balls. Beyond the hundred, Sudharsan etched his name into the record books by surpassing Chris Gayle to become the fastest player to reach 2000 IPL runs in terms of innings. While Gayle achieved the milestone in 48 innings, Sudharsan got there in just 47. Fastest 2000 runs in terms of innings: Player Innings taken…
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RBI cancels Paytm Payments Bank licence: What it means for customers and their deposits
24
Apr
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RBI cancels Paytm Payments Bank licence: What it means for customers and their deposits

New Delhi: In a major regulatory move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank. The central bank confirmed the decision in an official statement, stating that the bank will no longer be allowed to offer banking services. The action has been taken due to serious concerns related to regulatory compliance and violations of norms. The RBI also assured that necessary steps will be taken to safeguard customer interests and ensure that deposits and services are not adversely affected. Why was the licence cancelled? According to the RBI, the bank's operations were being…
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Why is Phil Salt not playing RCB vs GT clash in IPL 2026 in Bengaluru?
24
Apr
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Why is Phil Salt not playing RCB vs GT clash in IPL 2026 in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener Phil Salt was ruled out of the IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans. Captain Rajat Patidar announced it after the toss, revealing that the England international is currently dealing with an injury and, in his absence, Jacob Bethell will open the batting alongside Virat Kohli.ย  The 22-year-old played two matches for RCB last season and was expected to enjoy a bigger role this season, especially after a charismatic T20 World Cup 2026. However, the team management backed Salt as an opener, who amassed 202 runs in six matches at a strike rate of 168.33. Last…
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Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer, reveals why he delayed releasing medical report details
24
Apr
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Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer, reveals why he delayed releasing medical report details

Tel Aviv (Israel): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday disclosed that he recently received treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, noting that he postponed releasing his annual medical records by two months to prevent Iran from circulating what he described as false narratives during the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Sharing the update on X, he said he was in excellent health and that a minor issue related to his prostate had been fully addressed. According to Netanyahu, he had been under regular medical supervision after undergoing successful surgery for an enlarged benign prostate over a year ago. During a…
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Former New Zealand cricketer handed two-year suspension after second cocaine test
24
Apr
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Former New Zealand cricketer handed two-year suspension after second cocaine test

New Delhi: Former New Zealand international Doug Bracewell has been barred from county cricket for two years following a positive test for cocaine during a domestic fixture in England. It was his second anti-doping violation that led to a significant suspension. The incident traces back to a County Championship Division One match held in Chelmsford on September 25, where Essex County Cricket Club faced Somerset County Cricket Club. A sample taken during that game was later analysed at a laboratory accredited by the World Anti-Doping Agency in London. The results confirmed the presence of cocaine along with its metabolite, benzoylecgonine,…
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Gautam Adani reenters 0 billion club, surpasses Bill Gates in world’s richest people list
24
Apr
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Gautam Adani reenters $100 billion club, surpasses Bill Gates in world’s richest people list

Mumbai: Despite volatility in the stock market due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran,ย  Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani has seen a significant increase in his wealth. His net worth increased significantly on Thursday, to the point that he not only re-entered the USD 100 billion club but also surpassed Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on the world's richest people list.ย  Bloomberg Billionaires Index According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani's net worth increased by USD 7.16 billion in a single day. With this increase, his total wealth reached USD 106 billion. Following this increase, he…
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