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Sunil Gavaskar predicts one surprising change in India’s playing XI for T20 WC Super 8 clash vs South Africa

Sunil Gavaskar predicts one surprising change in India’s playing XI for T20 WC Super 8 clash vs South Africa

Ahmedabad : India defeated the Netherlands by 17 runs to end the group stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 on a high. They will now face South Africa in their opening Super 8 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday (February 22). The men in blue made a couple of changes to their line-up for the previous clash while resting Axar Patel but will they bring him back into the playing XI on Sunday? Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has predicted only one change in India's XI vs South Africa. But according to him, India might…
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Pakistan trolled globally after writing US ‘Unites States of Americas’ in official statement

Pakistan trolled globally after writing US ‘Unites States of Americas’ in official statement

Islamabad: Pakistan has once again found itself at the centre of international ridicule after its Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an official note filled with glaring errors. The statement referred to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his visit to the United States to attend the inaugural session of the Board of Peace from February 18 to 20. What sparked widespread mockery was the headline that read, "Prime Minister's Visit to the Unites States of Americas." The note contained two obvious typos, incorrectly writing 'Unites' instead of United and 'Americas' instead of America. Social media users quickly spotted the blunders and…
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Noida, Ghaziabad join Gurugram in luxury homes demand surge: Will premium segment continue to outperform?

Noida, Ghaziabad join Gurugram in luxury homes demand surge: Will premium segment continue to outperform?

New Delhi: Luxury housing across NCR has registered a sharp uptick, with projects witnessing stronger sales velocity and steady price appreciation over the past year. While Gurugram has traditionally anchored the high-end residential market, recent data and transaction trends indicate that the momentum is now spreading eastward. Noida, Greater Noida, and parts of Ghaziabad are emerging as active participants in the luxury cycle, supported by rising launches and improved absorption. Key corridors along the Noida Expressway, Dwarka Expressway and NH-24 are drawing upgraded demand, with infrastructure upgrades and enhanced connectivity acting as primary growth catalysts. Price Appreciation Outpaces Other Metro…
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Italy bow out of T20 World Cup with better six-hitting show that Pakistan and Australia

Italy bow out of T20 World Cup with better six-hitting show that Pakistan and Australia

Kolkata: Italy lost to the West Indies today in their final group stage game as they couldn't chase down the target of 166 runs. They featured in the T20 World Cup for the first time and have bowed out of the tournament with one win in four matches. However, they impressed many with their performance as Italy, at one stage, were in the hunt to beat England in the 203-run chase. Moreover, their six-hitting prowess impressed many the most as they were much better than teams like Pakistan and Australia in the group stage. The Italian cricket team finished the…
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Taliban’s new law allows husbands to beat wives so long as there are ‘no broken bones, open wounds’

Taliban’s new law allows husbands to beat wives so long as there are ‘no broken bones, open wounds’

Kabul: The Taliban has introduced a new penal code in Afghanistan that appears to allow husbands to physically punish their wives and children, as long as the injuries do not include โ€œbroken bonesโ€ or โ€œopen woundsโ€. Signed by the groupโ€™s supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, the 90-page code sets out different levels of punishment depending on whether a person is considered โ€œfreeโ€ or a โ€œslaveโ€. Under the code, a husband who uses force that leaves visible fractures or injuries could face only up to 15 days in prison, as cited by the Independent. The new rules make it difficult for women…
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YEIDA to develop several new sectors near Jewar Airport, acquires 2,700 acre of land

YEIDA to develop several new sectors near Jewar Airport, acquires 2,700 acre of land

Noida: Following the construction of Jewar Airport or Noida International Airport, demand for land in Yamuna City has increased significantly. In the financial year 2025โ€“26, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) purchased 2,700 acres of land from farmers for Rs 4,856 crore for new companies and development projects, including previously planned sectors. The acquisition has resolved land availability issues that had stalled projects due to disputes in existing sectors and has also accelerated new developments. Land Acquisition Under Master Plan 2041 YEIDA officials stated that land acquisition is ongoing to develop sectors planned under the Master Plan 2041. So…
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Former prince Andrew arrested by UK police on suspicion of misconduct

Former prince Andrew arrested by UK police on suspicion of misconduct

London: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former prince and brother of King Charles, was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrest took place on his 66th birthday. The UK police force confirmed that it has arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office.ย According to reports, the UK police force reached the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk early Thursday. This is where Mountbatten-Windsor has been residing after being compelled to leave his home in Windsor. His move to Sandringham followed further revelations surrounding his association with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Thames Valley Police, which…
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Auto stock jumps nearly 20% despite weak market, check share price and other details

Auto stock jumps nearly 20% despite weak market, check share price and other details

Mumbai: Even as benchmark indices declined more than 1 per cent, shares of Pavna Industries Limited traded in the green on Thursday. The company, which supplies auto components to major automakers including Bajaj, Kawasaki, Honda, TVS, Mahindra, Escorts and Royal Enfield, saw strong buying interest during the session. The stock opened in the red at Rs 23.40 against the previous close of Rs 23.74 on the BSE. However, it rallied to an intraday high of Rs 28.45, marking a gain of 19.83 per cent. At the time of the last trade, the scrip was quoting at Rs 25.28, up 6.49…
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India enter Super Eights with plenty of batting issues, team remains calm ahead of South Africa clash

India enter Super Eights with plenty of batting issues, team remains calm ahead of South Africa clash

Ahmedabad : Four wins in four matches might suggest that everything is going well in the Indian team. However, someone who had a closer look would understand the underlying issues that need to be sorted before the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup 2026. Abhishek Sharmaโ€™s three ducks on the trot may appear unlucky on his part, but thereโ€™s a technical pattern at play. Opposing teams have studied the southpaw closely, exploiting his vulnerabilities. Entering the tournament as one of the โ€œplayers to watch,โ€ Abhishek has struggled against spin in the powerplay. Both Pakistan and the Netherlands capitalised on…
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16, including children, killed in explosion due to suspected gas leakage in Pakistan’s Karachi

16, including children, killed in explosion due to suspected gas leakage in Pakistan’s Karachi

Karachi: At least 16 people, including several children, were killed and 14 others injured after a suspected gas leak triggered a powerful explosion in a residential building in Pakistan's Karachi early Thursday morning. According to police official Jamshed Asher, the blast occurred around 4:30 am on the first floor of a building in the Old Soldier Bazar area, when residents were awake for Sehri. The first day of Ramzan is being observed in Pakistan today. Gas leak leads toย explosionย  Preliminary investigations suggest that the explosion was caused by a gas leak.ย  Officials said that due to chronic gas shortages in…
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