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TVK exits DMK alliance ahead of TN polls

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TVK exits DMK alliance ahead of TN polls

In a significant political development ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Tamilaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVK) on Sunday announced its withdrawal from the DMK-led alliance, citing unmet demands and differences over seat-sharing. TVK founder T Velmurugan made the announcement at the party’s headquarters in Virugambakkam, Chennai. He said the decision followed the failure of the DMK to address the party’s 10-point charter of demands. “We have been part of the DMK alliance since the 2019 Parliamentary elections. For the upcoming Assembly polls, the DMK offered us one seat with some flexibility regarding the constituency. However, TVK has its own ideology…

CSK inducts Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden into first-ever Hall of Fame during “Roar’26” event

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Mar

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CSK inducts Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden into first-ever Hall of Fame during “Roar’26” event

New Delhi: Chennai Super Kings on Sunday inducted legendary former cricketers Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into the franchise’s first-ever Hall of Fame. The announcement was made during the team’s fan event “Roar’26” at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The two were integral parts of the Super Kings during their playing days. Raina represented CSK from its inception in 2008 until 2021 and played a key role in four IPL title wins (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021). Popularly known as “Chinna Thala,” he also featured in CSK’s Champions League T20 triumphs in 2010 and 2014, earning Player of the Tournament…

KKR pick replacement for Akash Deep ahead of IPL 2026; tournament’s remainder schedule soon

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Mar

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KKR pick replacement for Akash Deep ahead of IPL 2026; tournament’s remainder schedule soon

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders have named Vidarbha left-arm fast-bowler Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for India speedster Akash Deep for the Indian Premier League 2026. Deep has been undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. However, the exact nature of his injury is not known. Dubey is yet to make his IPL debut, with his stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad having been cut short due to an injury. He has come through the eyes of legendary former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid, "He is a very talented left-arm fast bowler. I remember him touring Bangladesh under Rahul Dravid…

‘Not an Islamic Republic’: Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi asks US, Israel to keep targeting Iran

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Mar

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World

‘Not an Islamic Republic’: Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi asks US, Israel to keep targeting Iran

Tehran: Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi said on Sunday that his country was not an Islamic Republic and the current regime must be 'dismantled' to protect the Middle East nation. Pahlavi, who now lives in exile in the United States (US), also asked American President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to keep targeting Islamic regime in Iran. However, the 65-year-old said that the US and Israel should spare the civilian infrastructure in Iran, as that would be required in rebuilding the country. In a post on micro-blogging website X (formerly Twitter), Pahlavi also stated that the…

PCB will take action against players opting out of PSL for IPL: Mohsin Naqvi

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Mar

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PCB will take action against players opting out of PSL for IPL: Mohsin Naqvi

New Delhi: The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, has vowed to take action against players who have left the Pakistan Super League for the Indian Premier League at the 11th hour. The PSL 2026 is set to begin on March 26, two days ahead of the IPL, with some foreign players choosing the Indian cash-rich league over the PSL. International players like Blessing Muzarabani and Dasun Shanaka have chosen the IPL over the PSL this season, a move that has clearly not gone down well with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday warned of…

Naga Chaitanya bags best actor award for ‘Thandel’

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Mar

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Naga Chaitanya bags best actor award for ‘Thandel’

Actor Naga Chaitanya won the Best Actor Award for "Thandel" at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025. Naga said "Thandel" is a film that turned out to be a "deeply special journey" for him as he expressed gratitude for the honour. Chaitanya was bestowed with the award for the 2025 film at the award ceremony, which was held earlier this week. The ceremony was organised to honour excellence and achievements in Telugu cinema for films released during the year 2025. The actor shared a note on his X handle on Saturday and said he is honoured…

Rishabh Pant set for new batting role in IPL 2026 with LSG in potentially make-or-break season

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Mar

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Rishabh Pant set for new batting role in IPL 2026 with LSG in potentially make-or-break season

New Delhi: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant is set to bat at number three in the next IPL season, which could be a make-or-break one for the most expensive player in the league's history, news agency PTI reported. Pant is under pressure after having a modest season - save his century - despite having been paid Rs 27 crore. Pant, who has only been a regular in India’s Test side and a backup wicket-keeper in ODIs, lost his place in T20s after India’s 2024 World Cup win. With Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan now automatic picks, Pant must produce a…

Swastik Chikara, axed RCB IPL winner, scores 195* off 69 balls in 20-over game in Ayodhya Premier League

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Mar

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Swastik Chikara, axed RCB IPL winner, scores 195* off 69 balls in 20-over game in Ayodhya Premier League

New Delhi: Dropped from the Royal Challengers Bengaluru after their 2025 title campaign, young batter Swastik Chikara has stormed into the headlines with a jaw-dropping knock. Chikara, who did not get to play a game last year in the Indian cash-rich league for RCB, scored a jaw-dropping 195* off just 69 balls in the Ayodhya Premier League. Opening the batting alongside Priyanshu Pandey for the Gomti Thunder, Chikara and his partner batted through to help their team make 307/0 in their 20 overs against Hindon Titans. Chikara hits 21 sixes, falls just short of double ton Chikara made a swashbuckling…

‘Capacity to reach deep into Europe’: Netanyahu sounds alarm on Iran’s missile capabilities

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Mar

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‘Capacity to reach deep into Europe’: Netanyahu sounds alarm on Iran’s missile capabilities

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday warned that Iran’s growing missile capabilities should concern the entire world, noting that Tehran now possesses long-range missiles capable of striking deep into Europe. Speaking during a visit to Arad, a site recently hit in missile attacks, Netanyahu accused Iran of deliberately targeting civilians and escalating regional tensions. "If you want proof that Iran endangers the entire world, the last 48 hours have given it. In the last 48 hours, Iran targeted a civilian area. They're using that as a mass murder weapon. Luckily, no one was killed, but that's due to…

Amelia Kerr creates world record across women’s and men’s T20Is as New Zealand seal South Africa series

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Mar

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Amelia Kerr creates world record across women’s and men’s T20Is as New Zealand seal South Africa series

New Delhi: New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr has etched her name into the history books for her terrific run as she created a world record across women's and men's T20Is. Kerr scored 31 from 29 balls as the White Ferns chased down 160 against South Africa women in their fourth T20I to clinch the series at SKy Stadium, Wellington, on Sunday, March 22. Kerr has created an all-time T20I record in men's and women's cricket with her 31. This was her 10th consecutive score of over 30 in the shortest international format, which is now the longest streak across women's…