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‘Thank God’: England captain Harry Brook’s intriguing reaction after losing to West Indies goes viral
12
Feb
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‘Thank God’: England captain Harry Brook’s intriguing reaction after losing to West Indies goes viral

England lost to the West Indies by 30 runs in the 15th match of the T20 World Cup on Wednesday. After the loss, England skipper Harry Brook was relieved that they somehow managed to win their previous game, or else they would've been in a tough spot after losing to West Indies. Mumbai: England went down to the West Indies in the 15th match of the T20 World Cup on Wednesday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. They failed to chase down 197 runs and lost the game by 30 runs. After the match, England skipper Harry Brook intriguingly seemed…
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Hindu man found dead with hands, legs tied in Bangladesh on eve of general election
12
Feb
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Hindu man found dead with hands, legs tied in Bangladesh on eve of general election

The incident is the latest in a series of targetted killings of Hindus in Bangladesh since the ouster of Sheikh Hasin and the rise of radical Islamist elements in the country. Dhaka: The body of a 28-year-old tea garden worker was recovered from a plantation in northeastern Bangladesh on the eve of the election, police said on Wednesday. The deceased was identified as Ratan Shuvo Kar, an employee of the Champara Tea Garden under Islampur union in Moulvibazarโ€™s Kamalganj upazila, around 190 km from Dhaka, according to a report by The Daily Star citing Kamalganj Police Station Officer in Charge…
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Gold drops Rs 1,054, silver down by 1.6% on the MCX | Check city-wise rates
12
Feb
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Gold drops Rs 1,054, silver down by 1.6% on the MCX | Check city-wise rates

Gold futures on MCX fell below Rs 1.58 lakh per 10 grams, while silver dropped over 1% on February 12, 2026, amid a stronger US dollar. Check the latest MCX and international gold and silver prices. Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures trade edged lower on Thursday, February 12, 2026, as the US dollar firmed after stronger-than-expected January jobs data dented expectations for near-term interest rate cuts. The gold April 2 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a fall of Rs 755 or 0.47 per cent at Rs 1,58,000 per 10 grams against the previous close…
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SL vs OMA T20 World Cup 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Sri Lanka vs Oman Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams
12
Feb
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SL vs OMA T20 World Cup 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Sri Lanka vs Oman Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams

SL vs OMA live score: Sri Lanka and Oman lock horns today in the 16th match of the T20 World Cup 2026. Sri Lanka have been asked to bat first as Oman captain Jatinder Singh opted to bowl after winning the toss. Can Oman stun the home side or will Sri Lanka breeze past their opponents? Pallekele (Sri Lanka): Sri Lanka face Oman today in the 16th match of the T20 World Cup at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka will miss Wanindu Hasaranga today as he has been ruled out of the entire tournament, and on expected lines,…
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Abraham Lincoln’s India connection: Why he is taught in Indian classrooms
12
Feb
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Abraham Lincoln’s India connection: Why he is taught in Indian classrooms

Abraham Lincoln's ideas about democracy, liberty and equality were quite popular among Indian freedom fighters, including Mahatma Gandhi. Many of his phrases had also became popular at that time, and thus, he is still taught in Indian classrooms. New Delhi: Abraham Lincoln had served as the 16th president of the United States of America (USA) from 1861 to 1865. A Republican Lincoln had served as the US president during the American Civil War and played a key role in defeating the Confederate States. Lincoln, who was assassinated while he was in the office, also played a crucial role in the…
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From MRF to Hindustan Copper: These stocks to trade ex-date soon, check amount and record date
12
Feb
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From MRF to Hindustan Copper: These stocks to trade ex-date soon, check amount and record date

Several stocks including BEML, MRF, Mazagon Dock, and Axita Cotton are set to trade ex-date for dividends and bonus issues on February 12 and 13, 2026. Investors must hold shares on or before the ex-date to be eligible. Mumbai: Indian equity markets ended the volatile session on February 11, 2026, on a flat note. At the close on Wednesday, the Sensex slipped 40.28 points or 0.05 per cent to 84,233.64, while the Nifty gained 18.70 points or 0.07 per cent to settle at 25,953.85. While markets remained volatile, there is an opportunity for investors to earn some additional profit from…
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IND vs NAM pitch report: How will surface at Arun Jaitley Stadium play for T20 World Cup 2026 match 18?
12
Feb
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IND vs NAM pitch report: How will surface at Arun Jaitley Stadium play for T20 World Cup 2026 match 18?

India and Namibia will face each other in the 18th match of the T20 World Cup 2026 today at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Delhi is hosting its second match of the mega event. Here's the pitch report of the venue ahead of the high-stakes clash, New Delhi: India and Namibia will lock horns today in the 18th match of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. India are coming into this game after beating the USA, but not before a massive scare, while Namibia lost to the Netherlands at the same…
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Russia blocks WhatsApp, Telegram in bid to ‘promote’ state-owned social media platforms
12
Feb
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Russia blocks WhatsApp, Telegram in bid to ‘promote’ state-owned social media platforms

This came after Moscow warned several internet platforms that they could face slowdowns or even be blocked if they do not follow Russian laws. These rules demand that data on Russian users is stored within the country. Moscow: Russia on Monday blocked the social media platform WhatsApp nationwide, reportedly as part of efforts to promote homegrown platforms. In a statement, WhatsApp rebuked the ban, asserting that the move will "isolate" over 100 million users. "Today the Russian government attempted to fully block WhatsApp in an effort to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app. Trying to isolate over 100 million…
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Curiosity Corner: How many stars are there in the universe? |
12
Feb
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Curiosity Corner: How many stars are there in the universe? |

Curious minds wonder about the universe's stars. Scientists estimate trillions of galaxies, each with billions of stars, leading to a mind-boggling total of 10ยฒยฒ to 10ยฒโด stars. This number, exceeding grains of sand, is a dynamic estimate, constantly refined by advancing scientific understanding and technology. On a clear night, the sky looks crowded with tiny lights. Some twinkle. Some glow steady. They look close enough to count, but they are not. That question pops up in curious minds: How many stars are there in the universe? The answer is big, exciting, and still growing as science learns more.What exactly is…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex falls 260 points, Nifty holds 25,900, IT stocks drag
12
Feb
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex falls 260 points, Nifty holds 25,900, IT stocks drag

Sensex fell 265 points, and Nifty slipped 47 points at the open on February 12, 2026. Broader markets traded in the red. Analysts see 25,900 as key support for Nifty. GIFT Nifty signalled a positive start, while FIIs extended buying. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened in the red on Thursday, February 12, 2026, amid mixed global cues. While the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 265.21 points to start the session at 83,968.43, the Nifty shed 47.15 points to open at 25,906.70. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 84,233.64 and the Nifty 50 at…
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