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15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi headlines India Men’s Cricket squad for Asian Games 2026

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi headlines India Men’s Cricket squad for Asian Games 2026

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Fifteen-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his meteoric rise after being named in India’s 15-member squad for the 2026 Asian Games, where the defending champions will look to retain their men’s cricket gold medal in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The teenager headlines a strong Indian squad announced by the BCCI, with Shreyas Iyer set to lead the side and Tilak Varma named vice-captain. Sooryavanshi’s selection comes on the back of a sensational IPL 2026 campaign in which he scored 776 runs in 16 innings at a staggering strike rate of 237.30. The Rajasthan Royals batter also smashed 72 sixes and became the youngest player in tournament history to win the Orange Cap. The call-up caps a remarkable day for the teenager, who was also included in India’s T20I squad for the upcoming tours of Ireland and England. India opts for full-strength squad Unlike previous multi-sport events where second-string squads were often fielded, India has opted for a near full-strength T20 outfit as it targets back-to-back Asian Games gold medals. The squad features experienced internationals including Sanju Samson, …

India Tour Headlines New Zealand Home Schedule 2026

India Tour Headlines New Zealand Home Schedule 2026

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The NZC has unveiled the blockbuster New Zealand home schedule 2026, which is headlined by India’s all-format tour. The Kiwis (men’s and Women’s) are set for an exciting, action-packed series of high-profile international fixtures for both sides. Out of fixtures, New Zealand is set to host India on a multi-format tour, which includes five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Test matches. This tour is set to become the largest international tour in the history of New Zealand cricket in terms of the total number of matches. The tour will be the first time since 2019, as India is set to play test cricket in New Zealand, while the first white-ball assignment in the country since 2022. Following the home tour against India, New Zealand’s men’s team will be hosting Sri Lanka in an all-format series, which is set to begin on January 16, featuring three T20Is, three ODIs and two test matches. Meanwhile, the New Zealand women’s team are currently in England aiming to defend their T20 World Cup title. They will be hosting Bangladesh …

Stephen Fleming on Impact Player usage: We will get some headlines around Akeal Hosein | Cricket News

Stephen Fleming on Impact Player usage: We will get some headlines around Akeal Hosein | Cricket News

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4 min readChennaiUpdated: May 3, 2026 08:42 AM IST Facing criticism over the use of Impact Players this season, Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has said they have been trying to push the boundaries in terms of the extra player. Since the Impact Player rule came into effect, CSK have more or less have had a settled template in the past where one of Ambati Rayudu or Shivam Dube came on Impact subs with the bat and in the bowling front one of Tushar Deshpande or Khaleel Ahmed being their preferred options. However, this season there hasn’t been a pattern with the CSK using Sarfaraz Khan twice in the powerplay overs while batting first to make up for early loss of wickets. It has resulted in them compromising on bowling options. “First thing, we have pushed the boundaries. The last game probably got a little bit of criticism for it. But we looked at areas where we could be exposed. It sounds a little bit negative, but it’s about planning potentially what could …

Ridhi Dogra headlines National Geographic India’s new series Postcards from Hong Kong: ‘It goes beyond the obvious’

Ridhi Dogra headlines National Geographic India’s new series Postcards from Hong Kong: ‘It goes beyond the obvious’

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Actor Ridhi Dogra fronts a two-episode travel series that explores Hong Kong’s hidden landscapes and cultural depth. Titled Postcards from Hong Kong, the show is produced by National Geographic Creative Works and offers a new perspective on one of Asia’s most iconic destinations. It also uncovers hidden gems that challenge conventional perceptions of Hong Kong. (Also read: Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra named alongside Harrison Ford, Idris Elba as global changemakers by National Geographic) The show, fronted by Ridhi Dogra, is now streaming on National Geographic India. In Postcards, Ridhi helps in connecting with local influencers and guides, giving viewers a real, first-hand look at the city and its people. She explores destinations such as Sai Kung, Big Wave Bay, Dragon’s Back, Tai O, Ngong Ping, Po Lin Monastery, and the Tian Tan Buddha. What Ridhi said Talking about the show, the actor said: “Being part of Postcards from Hong Kong with Nat Geo was a deeply enriching experience. What I love about this journey is that it goes beyond the obvious; it’s not just …

Karan Johar Warns Fans of ‘click Bait Headlines,’ Asks Media to Refrain From Twisting His Statements

Karan Johar Warns Fans of ‘click Bait Headlines,’ Asks Media to Refrain From Twisting His Statements

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Filmmaker Karan Johar recently addressed the growing issue of clickbait culture. He urged media houses to be more responsible while reporting statements from interviews and podcasts. Taking to Instagram Stories, the director-producer shared a strongly worded yet polite note. He highlighted how selective quoting often distorts the intent behind a conversation. He expressed that while public figures are open to engaging in interviews and discussions, the practice of extracting a single line and presenting it out of context can be misleading. He shared, “I want to politely speak of Click bait headlines…. Lots of us give interviews and podcasts and we are happy to do so… but to take a line from an interview and quote it out of context is just click bait and makes one vary of speaking at all… this is a humble request to NOT quote a line that twists the relevance of the statement made with integrity as opposed to sounding personal, offensive or sensational…..” Johar stated that such headlines not only sensationalise content but also risk making statements appear …

Kangana Ranaut Headlines Film Inspired By 26/11 Mumbai Attacks

Kangana Ranaut Headlines Film Inspired By 26/11 Mumbai Attacks

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Kangana Ranaut To Lead Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata(Photo Credit –Instagram) Once again, actress Kangana Ranaut will star in a movie inspired by real-life events. Her upcoming movie has been tentatively titled Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata. It is said that this movie is inspired by what happened during the terrorist attacks in Mumbai in 2008. This movie will highlight a part of that night that nobody talks about and show how brave ordinary people were at that time. Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata: Details About Kangana Ranaut’s Character According to Variety (via Times of India), the movie is based on the incidents that occurred at Cama Hospital in Mumbai. Kangana Ranaut will be playing the role of a nurse who worked at the hospital during the terror attacks. Several injured victims were taken there because it was located close to the areas where the firing occurred. The movie will show what hospital workers went through when they suddenly found themselves in a dangerous situation while still caring for their patients. However, it is important to note that makers have yet …

Former world champion Sara Hughes headlines beach volleyball Pro Tour’s return to India – Preview

Former world champion Sara Hughes headlines beach volleyball Pro Tour’s return to India – Preview

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The premier international beach volleyball event, The Beach World Pro Tour, is returning to India after a one-year gap. It will be held from 4 to 8 March, 2026 in Bhubaneswar. Around 120 athletes from over 15 countries will compete in what is the the second tier of the Pro circuit. In the women’s section, the 2023 World Champion Sara Hughes and her new partner Ally Batenhorst of the USA will be the top seed and the favourites to win the title. However, the top-seed in the men’s section, Jonas Sagstetter and Benedikt Sagstetter of Germany, withdrew from the tournament as there VISA was not approved. India will field one pair each in the men’s and women’s main draw, plus three pairs per gender in the qualifying round, with hopes of advancing to the main competition. For Indian athletes, this tournament can also serve as a qualifying event for the Asian Beach Games in April and the Aichi-Hagoya Asian Games in September. Indian Squad for 2026 World Beach Pro Tour Challenge Men: Abithan Senthilkumar/ Udaya …

Handshakes, Headlines & PM Modi’s High-Stakes Keynote: Thursday’s Big Script At India AI Summit | Tech News

Handshakes, Headlines & PM Modi’s High-Stakes Keynote: Thursday’s Big Script At India AI Summit | Tech News

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Last Updated:February 19, 2026, 00:49 IST The formal inauguration of the event by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday at Bharat Mandapam is set to be a global spectacle PM Narendra Modi during the opening of the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on February 16, 2026. (Image: PMO/PTI) In a historic display of India’s technological and diplomatic prowess, the capital prepares for the crowning moment of the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Following a week of high-level deliberations and the vibrant AI Impact Expo, the formal inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday at Bharat Mandapam is set to be a global spectacle, cementing New Delhi’s role as the “capital of the Global South” in the artificial intelligence era. The Inaugural Schedule The morning will begin with a powerful visual of global unity at the iconic Bharat Mandapam. 09:15 AM: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will personally welcome heads of state and world leaders, followed by a Family Photo—a symbolic image representing the unified global front on AI governance. 09:40 AM: The Opening …

Indian sports wish list – Dream Headlines for the rest of 2026

Indian sports wish list – Dream Headlines for the rest of 2026

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A miserable sporting January, would you not agree? Outside of the effervescence of the WPL and the radiance of Virat Kohli, what else made news in the first month of the year? India’s boxing nationals start four days after schedule because of government restrictions in force due to severe pollution. Within two weeks of the new year, two girl trainees, 15 and 17, are found hanging in their room at Sports Authority of India’s hostel in Kollam. **EDS, YEARENDERS 2025: WOMEN IN SPORTS** Navi Mumbai: India’s players celebrates with the trophy during the presentation ceremony after winning the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, at the DY Patil Stadium, in Navi Mumbai, early Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) (PTI11_03_2025_000083A)(PTI12_25_2025_000120A) (PTI) This awful tragedy was followed by the organisational farce of pigeons, monkeys and Delhi air of the India Open badminton. And the latest is news of pole-vaulters, including national champion and record holder, being asked to get off a train as they were carrying their competition poles and left arguing for five hours with …

Kerala Budget 2026-27: ₹20 cr. allocated to medical college headlines Palakkad’s gains

Kerala Budget 2026-27: ₹20 cr. allocated to medical college headlines Palakkad’s gains

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The State Budget has allocated ₹20 crore to complete the construction work of the Government Medical College, Palakkad. While ₹10 crore has been set aside for the Kanjirapuzha irrigation project, ₹12 crore will be spent for the renovation of canals under the Chittur irrigation project. Though the Budget has approved 20 projects proposed by Pattambi MLA Mohammed Muhasin, budgetary allocation has been made only for some of them. Some of the projects in Pattambi that gained financial sanction were a building for the Sree Narayana Guru Open University (₹5 crore), the Manasamithra Mental Health and Wellness Research Centre (₹2 crore), a women’s skill innovation and entrepreneurship park (₹5 crore), Pattambi Town Hall cultural complex and MT theatre complex (₹30 crore), flyover bypass connecting Pattambi-Shoranur road with Perinthalmanna and Pallippuram roads (₹75 crore), and a check dam at Vilayur (₹20 crore). According to Ottapalam MLA K. Premkumar, ₹11.5 crore set aside for some projects in Ottapalam could be practically utilised and implemented. The Budget has allocated ₹3 crore for constructing new hospital buildings to strengthen the …