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India expresses deep concern at fresh West Asia tensions, calls for dialogue

India expresses deep concern at fresh West Asia tensions, calls for dialogue

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India on Wednesday expressed deep concern over recent attacks and escalating tensions in West Asia after US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire deal with Iran was “over” following Iranian attacks on merchant shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, and again called for restraint, uninterrupted flow of energy and a return to dialogue and diplomacy. US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire deal with Iran was “over” following Iranian attacks on merchant shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. (REUTERS) Trump, who is in Türkiye for the annual NATO Summit, told reporters that he considered the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by Iran and the US last month to be over after the two countries exchanged attacks in West Asia early on Wednesday. India, which was hit hard when the West Asia conflict disrupted oil, gas and fertiliser supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, doubled down on its message for a return to dialogue and diplomacy as tensions soared, threatening the fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US. Also read | Ceasefire with Iran over, says …

Uncapped Vitel Lawes Included in West Indies Squad for New Zealand ODIs

Uncapped Vitel Lawes Included in West Indies Squad for New Zealand ODIs

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The left-arm wrist spinner Vitel Lawes has been named in the West Indies squad for the first three matches of the ODI series against New Zealand. The 19-year old has been training with the senior side since the preparatory camp ahead of the home season and was one of the standout performers at this year’s ICC U-19 World Cup, finishing with 10 wickets. Aiding his transition into international cricket, spin bowling coach Nikita Miller has been added to the team management. The West Indies squad for the New Zealand ODI retains the majority of the squad against Sri Lanka, with a couple of changes. Shimron Hetmyer has been unavailable due to his commitments with MLC 2026, while all-rounder Shamar Springer has withdrawn from the selection following the passing of his mother. West Indies Cricket Team (image: X) Keemo Paul has been drafted in as a replacement for the all-rounder. Speaking on the upcoming ODI series, West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has emphasised the importance of building up the team for the 2027 ODI World …

Why West Bengal’s Baruipur is on the boil over the rape and murder of a minor? | Explained

Why West Bengal’s Baruipur is on the boil over the rape and murder of a minor? | Explained

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Security personnel stand guard as people block a road and stage a protest following the recovery of the body of a minor girl who went missing, in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, on July 5, 2026 | Photo Credit: PTI The story so far: On Sunday (July 5, 2026) the body of 12 -year-old girl was fished out from a pond in Baruipur in West Bengal. The girl had gone missing on Saturday (July 4, 2026) and the family had filed a police complaint. After the body was recovered, violence erupted in the area. An angry mob attacked police personnel, vandalised police vehicles, blocked roads and railway tracks. A person was also lynched by a mob. What measures were taken by the administration ? By Wednesday (July 8, 2026), the police arrested four persons in connection with the crime. Those arrested were identified as Prabhas Mandal, Anand Sardar and Dibakar Sardar and Kabir Mollah. Preliminary investigation suggested that Prabhas Mondal had abducted the girl and the accused sexually assaulted her before throwing her …

17-year-old boy stabbed to death after football match dispute in Baruipur, West Bengal

17-year-old boy stabbed to death after football match dispute in Baruipur, West Bengal

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A 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death following a dispute in a football match at Baruipur in South 24 Parganas district, with police detaining three persons in connection with the incident, an officer said on Tuesday. The alleged crime took place on Monday, and the deceased has been identified as Prosenjit Biswas, he said. Preliminary investigation suggests that the incident may have been linked to a dispute following a football match, the officer said. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Baruipur rape-murder case: West Bengal Police intensify probe; examine shack as possible crime scene

Baruipur rape-murder case: West Bengal Police intensify probe; examine shack as possible crime scene

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Security heightened outside the Baruipur police station after police brought people accused in the alleged gangrape and murder of an 11-year-old girl, in South 24 Parganas, on Monday, July 6, 2026. File | Photo Credit: PTI West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) visited Baruipur in the State’s South 24 Parganas district and met the family members of a 12-year-old girl who was sexually assaulted and killed, while giving a 72-hour- ultimatum to the police administration to investigate if there has been any laxity on the part of the local police. “I have conducted a primary analysis. I asked the DGP to submit a report within 72 hours. We will take strict action accordingly. If there is any negligence in the time taken after the complaint was lodged, even if it is 1%, action will be taken,” Mr. Adhikari told media persons at Baruipur. While expressing satisfaction that the family members of the victim have put faith in his government, the Chief Minister said that action will be taken against around …

Esha Deol calls Sylvester Stallone ‘the best in the west’ on his 80th birthday

Esha Deol calls Sylvester Stallone ‘the best in the west’ on his 80th birthday

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Actress Esha Deol has shared a heartwarming birthday tribute for Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone as he celebrated his 80th birthday. Expressing her admiration, Esha called him ‘the one and only sly,’ ‘the Italian Stallion,’ and ‘the best in the west.’ Taking to Instagram, Esha posted a series of photos featuring the American actor and wrote, “Happy 80th birthday to the one and only sly Stallone the Italian stallion the best in the west @officialslystallone Love you & wish you the best.” In the photoshoot, Sylvester Stallone showcased his chiselled abs and well-toned physique. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Shan Masood sacked, Babar Azam returns as Pakistan Test captain for West Indies & England series

Shan Masood sacked, Babar Azam returns as Pakistan Test captain for West Indies & England series

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Shan Masood has been sacked as Pakistan Test captain, with former skipper Babar Azam once again appointed to lead the side, the Pakistan Cricket Board announced on Sunday. Babar will captain the team in the two-Test series against West Indies in the Caribbean starting July 25, and will also lead in the three-match Test series against England from August 19 as part of the ongoing World Test Championship. Aaqib Javed, Pakistan’s high-performance director, explained that the decision to change the captaincy was driven by the repetitive nature of Pakistan’s Test defeats and their inability to recover from losing positions. He noted that while the team had been involved in several close matches under Masood’s leadership, certain recurring issues remained unaddressed. “We saw many close Test matches (under Shan’s captaincy). But a few things were not being addressed. Like the Centurion Test, South Africa’s two batters at No. 10 [for the tenth wicket] put on a 60-70 run partnership (51 runs). The game was in our hands. Against the West Indies in Multan, in the second …

Jaishankar to travel to West Asia, US and Belgium

Jaishankar to travel to West Asia, US and Belgium

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New Delhi India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will visit Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman during July 5-10. (AFP) External affairs minister S Jaishankar will visit four West Asian countries from Sunday, before travelling to the US and Belgium for important meetings at the United Nations and the European Union (EU). Jaishankar will visit Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman during July 5-10 and meet his counterparts and the leadership of the four countries, the external affairs ministry said on Saturday. The visit will focus on enhancing bilateral relations with the four countries and provide an opportunity to exchange views on regional developments and issues of mutual interest, the ministry said. The visit is being seen as part of New Delhi’s continuing outreach to key partners in West Asia that are important sources of energy and also host large Indian communities. India has sought to ensure assured supplies of oil and gas from West Asia to cope with disruptions caused by the Iran-US conflict. Jaishankar will thereafter travel to New York to launch on July 13 India’s …

Lahiru Udara Scripts History with Mammoth 188 as Sri Lanka Dominate Day 1 vs West Indies

Lahiru Udara Scripts History with Mammoth 188 as Sri Lanka Dominate Day 1 vs West Indies

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The opening batter Lahiru Udara has smashed a maiden test century by hammering a stunning 188 runs for Sri Lanka in the opening day of the 2nd test against the West Indies in Antigua. He also made a double-century stand with Kamindu Mendis as Sri Lanka scored 338/5 at stumps on Day 01. Sri Lanka made three changes to their XI due to injuries. After the cheap dismissal of Nishan Madushanka and Dinesh Chandimal, Lahiru Udara joined Kamindu Mendis, who made a solid 215-run partnership for the third wicket. His fifty came in the 20th over and brought his century in the 37th over, while 150 was brought up in the 64th over. Meanwhile, Kamindu Mendis smashed his fifty and scored 84 runs before being dismissed by Justin Greaves. On the other hand, Lahiru Udara scored 188 runs before his dismissal for 338 runs. Dhananjaya de Silva did contribute, adding up 33 runs before his dismissal. By the end of day 01, Sri Lanka scored 338 for 5 wickets with Kusal Mendis and Sonal Dinusha …

‘Illegal’ riverside cafe linked to former TMC MLA’s son demolished in West Bengal in South 24 Parganas

‘Illegal’ riverside cafe linked to former TMC MLA’s son demolished in West Bengal in South 24 Parganas

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The cafe, named Aranyer Kule, was owned by Imran Molla, son of former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Saokat Molla, who was recently arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in connection with the Bhangar bomb blast case, the news agency reported. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link