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Match starts at 3:00 pm Mumbai, Feb 7: An embattled Harry Brook will hope England hit the top gear and the focus shifts from the incident at a Wellington club to cricket when the two-time champions take on Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener, here on Sunday. Brook is at the helm of a []
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T20 WC: Bowlers Were Exceptional, Top-order Failure Cost Us, Says USA's Patel After India Defeat
T20 World Cup: The USA captain Monank Patel was effusive in praise for his bowlers for their performance, but said his top-order batters could not perform and perished to soft dismissals as they suffered a 29-run defeat against defending champions India in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Mumbai on Saturday. With Shadley van Schalkwyk claiming 4-25, including an initial burst of 3-13, the USA had India on the ropes at 77/6. But they could not press home the advantage, and India skipper Suryakumar Yadav hammered an unbeaten 894 off 49 balls to help the hosts post 161/9 in 20 overs. Chasing a modest total, the USA lost three early wickets for 13 runs but had recovered to 71 for three thanks to Milind Kumar (34) and Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37) before their innings unravelled and then were eventually restricted to 132/8 in 20 overs. Monank said his bowlers did a great job to reduce India to 77/6 but blamed dropped catches for not restricting the hosts to 130 or so. I thought our bowlers did a good job. Pitch was not easy to read. The variations they bowled in the powerplay...we kept them quiet for a while. We dropped catches, and that cost us. At one stage, we felt we could restrict them to 130, said the USA captain. Monank said his bowlers did a great job to reduce India to 77/6 but blamed dropped catches for not restricting the hosts to 130 or so. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I thought 160 was a good score (to chase on this wicket). The top three could not perform, soft dismissals. The intent was a bit missing because we lost wickets initially. Lots of learning and positives from this game. The way we handled the pressure, the crowd, we managed it really well. We made a few mistakes, but we will try to come back stronger, he added. Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup: Coming into the home T20 World Cup as the defending champions, defending champions India are under pressure from the huge expectations for their third title. Though their preparations were top-notch with a 4-1 series win over New Zealand, injuries to Harshit Rana and Jasprit Bumrah's illness had doubled the pressure on skipper Suryakumar Yadav. But the ice-cool Mumbai batter led from the front as he scored a majestic 84 not out, and with Mohammad Siraj bagging 3-29 to lead a superb effort by the bowlers, India defeated USA by 29 runs and started their campaign on a winning note. But it was not easy, and the skipper said only he knew how much the pressure had piled on him. Only I can tell how much pressure I was feeling, but I had the belief. I knew if I batted till the end, I could make a difference, said Suryakumar Yadav in the post-match presentation on Saturday. With India struggling at 77/6, Surya and Axar Patel raised a vital 41 runs for the seventh wicket partnership. The Indian skipper then put on display his 360-degree stroke-making abilities and power-hitting as he hammered two sixes and two fours in the final over to help India reach 161/9 in 20 overs. Mohammad Siraj claimed three wickets for 29 runs, and with Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel bagging two wickets each, India strangled the USA innings and restricted them for 132/8 to win by 29 runs. Suryakumar admitted it was a difficult wicket that tested the batters. He said his batters should have taken up such challenges and should have batted better. It was a little different wicket. But we knew when we woke up, there was not a lot of sun outside. Curator tried their best. There was not enough sunlight to have the pitch rolled and watered. We cannot brush everything under the carpet, we need to bat much better. After winning, you get to learn a lot of things. Could have batted better and smarter. 1-2 partnerships could have gotten us to 160 (more easily). The Indian captain said he adapted his approach to batting as wickets kept falling around him and said he was confident of taking the team to a good total if he stayed till the end. I always felt there was a need for a batter to bat to the end. Did not feel it was a 180-190 wicket; it was more like a 140 wicket. Have played a lot of my cricket here, so I know how to bat on similar wickets. 77-6, from there, batting till the end, you had to understand that one batter has to bat till the end. Was just trying to play good shots and my shots, said Suryakumar Yadav, who was adjudged the Player of the Match for his effort. Surya said he did not do anything special to regain his form as he scored his fourth half-century of 2026 after going through a poor run towards the end of 2025. He said he felt something different when he reached Nagpur for the first T20I against New Zealand, his first match of the new year. I knew some day, it was going to come. I was trying to hold the innings for the team (in the last year). Packed my kit bag (after my last innings last year), spent time with my family and then went to Nagpur, and it was a different feeling, said the 36-year-old batter. Surya said he did not do anything special to regain his form as he scored his fourth half-century of 2026 after going through a poor run towards the end of 2025. He said he felt something different when he reached Nagpur for the first T20I against New Zealand, his first match of the new year. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bumrah was having a fever. Abhishek (Sharma) was also under the weather. Washington will join us in Delhi, said Suryakumar. Article Source: IANS
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T20 WC: Suryakumar, Siraj help India edge past USA by 29 runs
Mumbai: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav batting just like he does and Mohammed Sirajs incisive first spell headlined defending champions Indias scratchy 29-run win against the United States of America despite a stunning top-order collapse in the opening encounter of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, February 7. A veteran of many-a-battle here at the Wankhede Stadium, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'We could've batted better': SKY makes honest admission after USA win
India start their T20 World Cup with a 29-run win over the USA, recovering from 77/6 thanks to captain Suryakumar Yadavs unbeaten 84 off 49 balls. SKY admitted, We could've batted a little better, praising his Mumbai experience and coach Gautam Gambhirs advice. Bowlers Siraj, Arshdeep, and Axar restricted the USA to 132/8, securing a hard-fought victory.
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T20 WC: New Zealand Vs Afghanistan, England Vs Nepal, Sri Lanka Vs Ireland Match Previews
Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi Reserves: The meeting of Afghanistan and New Zealand in the T20 World Cup brings back many memories as they both lock horn on Sunday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the 4th match of the T20 World Cup 2026. In 2024, the two sides met in Guyana when Afghanistan crushed New Zealand by 84 runs, which saw Afghanistan's incredible rise to the semi-finals and New Zealand's shocking early exit for such an accomplished team. The only time that the two sides have met since then was in 2016, and the anticipation has been at an all-time high, especially with Group D likely to call 'the group of death' with South Africa, which means every result will be very important. New Zealand have arrived to erase the memories of their recent T20I series defeat to India, in which they lost the series in a 4-1 fashion, leaving several questions about their team with the many players being injured or ill. However, it is likely that, having played in India prior to this match, New Zealand will be accustomed to the conditions, and as they have a strong foundation of batting and many legitimate threats from their fast bowlers, they will be able to put together a performance that can keep up with Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Afghanistan are much more confident now after winning six consecutive matches before losing to West Indies and will enter this match with both momentum and their confident spin-heavy attack, which should thrive in helpful conditions. It would be an unusual situation where Afghanistan may have a favourite status for this match as well. Squads: New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Ishaq Rahimi, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi Reserves: AM Ghazanfar, Ijaz Ahmadzai, Farid Ahmad Malik 5th match: England Vs Nepal, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (3:00 PM IST) England will come back to Kolkata for their match against Nepal at the iconic Eden Gardens. Having won 10 out of their last 11 completed matches in the format, they have ample ammunition with a strong batting line-up, numerous quality spin bowlers, and many players contributing to the team's success, all of which suggests they will be well prepared for whatever challenge lies ahead. Nepal, however, are no longer newly introduced to the cricketing world. After almost defeating South Africa during the 2024 T20 World Cup, they have developed into a very experienced and toughened side, as evidenced by having two extremely successful seasons of the Nepal Premier League and dominant qualifying performances leading up to this tournament. With Rohit Paudel as captain, along with an aggressive bowling attack led by the exciting Karan KC, Nepal will approach their first international match against England with excitement and high expectations. Squads Nepal: Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Aarif Sheikh, Basir Ahamad, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla, Lokesh Bam England: Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood 6th match: Ireland Vs Sri Lanka, R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (7:00 PM IST) Sri Lanka, once a robust T20 World Cup team, now embark on a quest to snap their 10-year streak of not going beyond the quarter-finals when they host Ireland at their home. They play at home, so they know the conditions, but that doesn't mean they will perform comfortably either. There are concerns for captain Dasun Shanaka of slow pitches and given Sri Lanka's recent record at R. Premadasa Stadium (the venue they play) is dismal. England completed a clean sweep of Sri Lanka 3-0 at home recently, only increasing the uncertainty. Ireland sees this as an opening. They were winless in 2024 but now come with new found energy from winning back-to-back series against weaker teams, and they have played in Dubai during these series, so conditions could be similar to what they will get in Sri Lanka. Making it to the next round will likely rely so strongly on them upsetting either Sri Lanka or Australia, and this opening match may also put extra pressure on the hosts from the very first match. Squads Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Janith Perera, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga Squads Also Read: Live Cricket Score Where to watch: Star Sports Networks and JioStar Article Source: IANS
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ENG vs NEP Match 5 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI
ENG vs NEP, Match 5, Cricket Tips :England failed to defend their title in the T20 World Cup 2024, but Harry Brook and his men will be keen to add another title in their kitty. England are placed in Group C and will open their tournament with a game against Nepal. This contest will take place on Sunday at 3 PM IST at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The English team had a really good tour of Sri Lanka, and they performed as a unit in slow conditions. Nepal, on the other hand, have been in good form, but this will be a massive challenge for them. But they have a point to prove and can pose a handy challenge. ENG vs NEP: Match Details Date : February 08, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 3:00 PM IST Venue : Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai ENG vs NEP Live Streaming Details In India, the Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. For the live streaming, fans can switch to the Jio Hotstar app or website. ENG vs NEP: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches : 0 England : 0 Nepal : 0 No-Result : 0 ENG vs NEP: Ground Pitch Report Wankhede Stadium has always been a good batting venue. But the wicket in the IND vs USA game had good assistance for the bowlers. Something similar we can expect for this game as well. So, there will be enough help for the fast bowlers early on, and batting conditions will improve with time. ENG vs NEP: Possible XIs England : Phil Salt (wk), Jos Buttler, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood Nepal : Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Gulsan Jha, Sundeep Jora, Dipendra Singh Airee, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sompal Kami ENG vs NEP: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Phil Salt has been in incredible form, and the way he bats, he can take the game away in the powerplay. For Nepal, captain Rohit Kumar has been the top scorer and will be a big wicket in the game. Probable Best Bowler Jofra Archer, with his pace, can rattle Nepal because they have not played such pace early on. For Nepal, Sandeep Lamichhane will be a key because of the variations he brings in. Today Match Prediction : Nepal don't have the experience of playing top-tier cricket, which can come into play when they will be under pressure. Hence, we predict England to win this game. ENG vs NEP Match 5, ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Today Match ENG vs NEP, ENG vs NEP Prediction, ENG vs NEP Predicted XIs, Injury Update for ENG vs NEP Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
T20 World Cup: Suryakumar's 84 Not Out Takes India To Respectable 161/9 Vs USA
T20 World Cup: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav led from the front with a brilliant unbeaten 84 as India extricated themselves from a precarious 77/6 to post a fighting total of 161/9 against the USA in their opening match of Group A in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. After his skipper had opted to bowl first, Shadley van Schalkwyk made full use of the movement offered by the Wankhede pitch that was gripping and holding the ball. But Suryakumar Yadav showed his bowlers how to bat on such a wicket as he hammered 10 fours and four sixes in his 49-ball knock to help the defending champions post a respectable total. India scored 46/4 in the Power-play, 69/2 in the middle overs before closing it out with 46/3 in death against some fine bowling by the Americans, who, however, dropped at least five catches. Earlier, a three-wicket blitz by van Schalkwyk rocked India as the hosts slumped to 46/4 at the end of the six-over mandatory Power-play. Van Schalkwyk got into the act after Ali Khan had sent back the explosive opener Abhishek Sharma for a golden duck, claiming 3-13 in his first spell of three overs. Van Schalkwyk triggered the collapse when he got Ishan Kishan (20, 16b, 1x4, 2x6) with a slower ball in the sixth over and sent back Tilak Varma (25, 16b, 3x4, 1x6) with a short ball that got big on him, having him caught at midwicket. Shivam Dube followed off the next ball, a slower one, which was banged short and caught the bat as Dube tried to bail out. Saurabh Netravalkar grabbed a smart catch at short fine leg, as India slumped to a precarious 46/4. The right-arm medium pacer of South African descent bowled the right lengths, keeping it just short, and was not afraid to bang it as he exploited the early conditions at the Wankhede. Things could have been even worse for the two-time champions as the USA fielders put down four catches in all. Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma both had a life as did skipper Suryakumar Yadav, who was put down by his former Mumbai teammate Shubham Ranjane off his own bowling. However, the Indian batters could not capitalize on the sloppy fielding, as the good bowling got them out while they played some unwanted shots. The pressure was such that India went four overs without scoring a boundary across the Power-play. SKY broke the stranglehold with a boundary and kept the Indian hopes alive with cautious batting. But things got worse as Rinku Singh (6 off 14) and Hardik Pandya (5 off 6) fell in quick succession, both trying to plant the spinners into the stands -- Rinku fell while trying to hit a fullish delivery from Mohammad Mohsin while Pandya slashed a short one outside off for an easy catch to Saiteja Mukkamalla as India slumped to 77/6 in 13th over. Surya and his deputy, Axar Patel, kept the Indians afloat as they built a partnership to take the team to a fighting total. They hammered 21 runs off the 16th over bowled by another local lad turned US cricketer, Saurabh Netravalkar. Patel hammered the first two balls for superb boundaries while Surya ended the most-expensive over of the innings with a four and six, powering the ball to the fence as he usually does. Their 41-run partnership off 24 balls came to an end when Axar fell for 14, caught at the fence as he tried to hit out at a back-of-length delivery outside off from Harmeet Singh that spun back and left him cramped. Surya and his deputy, Axar Patel, kept the Indians afloat as they built a partnership to take the team to a fighting total. They hammered 21 runs off the 16th over bowled by another local lad turned US cricketer, Saurabh Netravalkar. Patel hammered the first two balls for superb boundaries while Surya ended the most-expensive over of the innings with a four and six, powering the ball to the fence as he usually does. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief scores: India 161/9 in 20 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 84 not out, Tilak Varma 25; Shadley van Schalkwyk 4-25, Harmeet Singh 2-26) against USA. Article Source: IANS
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T20 WC: Jasprit Bumrah Misses Tournament Opener Due To Illness
T20 World Cup: Senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah was unavailable for selection in India's opener 2026 T20 World Cup opener against the USA due to illness, said the BCCI in a statement on Saturday Jasprit Bumrah was unavailable for selection for Indias opening T20 World Cup fixture against the USA due to illness. The BCCI medical team is closely monitoring his condition. As a result, Mohammed Siraj was added to the playing XI, who was recently drafted into the 15-player squad after Harshit Rana was ruled out due to a knee injury during the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai on February 4. Mohammed Siraj last played a T20I for India in July 2024 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. Following consultations with a specialist and subsequent scans, the BCCI medical team deemed him unfit to participate in the tournament. The team management wishes him a speedy recovery. Mohd. Siraj will join the team as Harshits replacement in the squad, BCCI had stated in its press release. India also missed out on Sanju Samson and picked in-form Ishan Kishan as the first-choice wicket-keeper batter in the tournament opener. Earlier, USA won the toss and elected to bowl against India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. Ishan Kishan will open the innings with Abhishek Sharma. Ishan scored 53 in the warm-up game against South Africa as an opener. He scored 103 as one drop against New Zealand in their last T20 game in Trivandrum. Playing XIs: Ishan Kishan will open the innings with Abhishek Sharma. Ishan scored 53 in the warm-up game against South Africa as an opener. He scored 103 as one drop against New Zealand in their last T20 game in Trivandrum. Also Read: Live Cricket Score USA: Saiteja Mukkamalla, Andries Gous (wk), Monank Patel (capt), Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Shubham Ranjane, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: The United States captain Monank Patel won the toss and elected to field first against India in Match 3 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. India suffered a setback before the toss, as pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah had to sit out because he was unwell. The defending champions also decided not to include wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson and spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar. Tilak Varma and Ishan Kishan come in their place. Mohammed Siraj was added to the playing XI, who was recently drafted into the 15-player squad after Harshit Rana was ruled out due to a knee injury during the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai on February 4. Mohammed Siraj last played a T20I for India in July 2024 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. India also missed out on Sanju Samson and picked in-form Ishan Kishan as the first-choice wicket-keeper batter in the tournament opener. USA skipper Monank Patel said the surface looks good, and they opted to field first because knowing the target will be helpful. The World Cup is one of the biggest stages, and we want to do our best. It's a dream come true for a lot of players, having started their careers in India, he said. Everyone is confident and looking forward to it. India captain Suryakumar Yadav said they were looking to bat first anyway. He did not think there will be a lot of dew later. There will, of course, be pressure, he says but wants the team to play the same way they have played in recent matches. Playing XIs: India captain Suryakumar Yadav said they were looking to bat first anyway. He did not think there will be a lot of dew later. There will, of course, be pressure, he says but wants the team to play the same way they have played in recent matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score USA: Saiteja Mukkamalla, Andries Gous (wk), Monank Patel (capt), Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Shubham Ranjane, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan. Article Source: IANS
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T20 WC: BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia Meets Indian Team Ahead Of USA Match
The BCCI Honorary Secretary: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on Saturday met the Indian cricket team and discussed the preparation ahead of their opening fixture against the USA at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. The BCCI secretary also reviewed the arrangements at the stadium as preparations got underway for the opening ceremony to be held before the encounter. Saikia shared the photos of his visit on X, in which he can be seen talking to skipper Suryakumar Yadav, coach Gautam Gambhir and also with the ground management. Inspected & discussed the final-minute preparations of Team India, and also reviewed the hosting arrangements for the ICC T20 Mens World Cup, 2026, starting today at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, the BCCI secretary wrote on X. The BCCI secretary recently announced a cash prize of 7.5 crore rupees for the India U19 team, who beat England in the final to clinch the sixth U19 World Cup title on Friday. The BCCI Honorary Secretary, Mr Devajit Saikia, announces a cash award of 7.5 crore for the victorious India U19 team, along with the coaching and support staff and the Junior Cricket Committee, following their glorious unbeaten campaign that culminated in Indias sixth ICC U19 World Cup title in Zimbabwe, the board wrote on X, announcing the reward. The BCCI secretary recently announced a cash prize of 7.5 crore rupees for the India U19 team, who beat England in the final to clinch the sixth U19 World Cup title on Friday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India is placed in Group A, where they will play a match against Pakistan, the Netherlands, Namibia and the USA, while the top two teams of the group will advance to the Super 8 round. Article Source: IANS
Hyderabad commuters hit by transport strike, other cities affected too
Hyderabad: The nationwide strike on Saturday, February 7, called by the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU), the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) and other labour bodies impacted delivery services and commute in Hyderabad and other major cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi. The strike, which began from 11 am and will Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Zaman Khan wins Kochi round of businessline Cerebration Corporate Quiz 2026
With this victory, Khan will represent Kochi at the Grand Finale scheduled to be held at the BSE, Mumbai, on February 21
Inter-state car-break-in gang held in Andheri, gadgets worth Rs 3.2 lakh seized
Amboli Police apprehended an inter-state gang for smashing car windows and pilfering electronics. Following a recent theft in Andheri West, investigators meticulously reviewed surveillance footage and tracked suspects for three days before their arrest in Bhiwandi Narpoli. Valuables totaling Rs 3.2 lakh were recovered from the trio.
The 50: 2 evicted contestants re-enter show, names and photos
Mumbai: The 50, the latest reality show streaming on Colors TV and JioHotstar, continues to make headlines with its unexpected twists. Hosted by the mysterious masked lion, the show premiered on February 1 with 50 contestants from the worlds of television, social media, music and YouTube. Although the show has received mixed reactions from viewers, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Maharashtra Police bust liquor, heroin consignments in Palghar and Thane
In Thane, the crime branch arrested an autorickshaw driver allegedly in possession of heroin worth Rs 6.68 crore. In Palghars Talasari area, police intercepted a tempo on the MumbaiAhmedabad Highway and found a large quantity of liquor concealed among medicines
T20 World Cup 2026: England's Phil Salt Passed Fit For Opener
Salt will open the batting alongside wicketkeeper Jos Buttler against Nepal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Sunday in Group C
ICC T20 World Cup: US Envoys Mumbai stop is all about cricket this time
US Ambassador Sergio Gor is in Mumbai for the T20 World Cup. Team India cricketers visited Shri Siddhivinayak Ganpati Temple. India faces USA in their opening match. The T20 World Cup begins today. Pakistan plays the Netherlands in the first game. USA is in Group A. They previously reached the Super Eight stage.
Chinmayi shares post against online bullying in support of Arjun Kapoor
Mumbai: Singer Chinmayi Sripaada has voiced support for actor Arjun Kapoor and spoke out against online bullying after his emotional note remembering his late mother Mona Shourie Kapoor sparked a wider conversation on sustained trolling. Chinmayi shared a social media post that criticised the persistent targeting of Kapoor across platforms. Sharing the post on X, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Coast Guard intercepts three vessels in mid-sea oil smuggling operation off Mumbai coast
The syndicate had devised a sophisticated modus operandi to smuggle large quantities of low-cost oil and oil-based cargo sourced from conflict-ridden regions
Tamannaah Bhatia unveils Bonsai Blossoms 2026, bringing natures quiet magic to Mumbai
The 25th annual Bonsai and Ikebana exhibition, Bonsai Blossoms 2026, opened in Mumbai, showcasing over 200 Indian-grown bonsai. Inaugurated by Tamannaah Bhatia, the event highlights the art's connection to nature, patience, and cultural exchange, featuring international artists and a new workshop.
Bihar Assembly marks 105th foundation day; Om Birla, Harivansh attend
The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Saturday celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Patna, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in attendance. The occasion marked the Assemblys historic first sitting on February 7, 1921
BJP Set to Get First Mumbai Mayor, Ritu Tawde Files Nomination
Tawde and Ghadi filed their nominations at the municipal secretary's office in the presence of Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha, BJP's Mumbai unit chief Amit Satam, former Shiv Sena MP Rahul Shewale, and other leaders of Mahayuti.
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat shares his challenging path to stardom. Early failures in Army exams led him to acting, which became an outlet for his bottled-up emotions. Literature also played a major role in shaping his sensitivity. Despite finding success, he recently acknowledged his temper remains a challenge. Read on to know more about it.
Who is Ritu Tawde, two-time corporator named BJPs mayoral candidate
The Bharatiya Janata Party has named Ritu Tawde as its candidate for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation mayor post. Tawde, a two-time corporator from Ghatkopar, is a prominent Marathi face for the party. The BJP-Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena alliance is confident of securing the mayor and deputy mayor positions. Sanjay Ghadi will contest for deputy mayor.
Pak drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu: Key actor bids goodbye to show
Mumbai: Pakistani drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu, starring Hania Aamir and Bilal Abbas Khan, continues to be one of the most-watched shows on television. With 27 episodes already aired, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the story will conclude, and details about the final episode have been doing the rounds on social media. Adding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BJP's Ritu Tawde's Mumbai Mayoral Bid Brings Decades Of Experience To Fore
In a defining moment for Mumbai's local body politics, Ritu Tawde of the BJP has officially filed her nomination today as the Mahayuti alliance's candidate for the mayoral post of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
Mumbai horror: 40-year-old man arrested for sexually assaulting female dog in Kandivali
A 40-year-old man has been arrested by Samta Nagar Police for allegedly sexually assaulting a female dog in Kandivali East. A social worker discovered the injured animal and reported the incident. The FIR was registered under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Manipur: 83 acres of illegal poppy plantation destroyed in Senapati and Ukhrul
Security forces in Manipur carried out coordinated operations against illegal poppy cultivation, militant activity and drug trafficking across several districts. Three acres of poppy fields were destroyed in Senapati and 80 acres in Ukhrul, with huts burnt at the sites
US, India reach framework for interim trade agreement: Joint statement issued by
The US and India have announced a framework for an interim trade agreement under which Washington will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, while New Delhi will cut or eliminate duties on several US industrial and agricultural products
Sonia Gandhi seeks dismissal of revision plea in Rouse Avenue Court
Sonia Gandhi has opposed a revision petition in the Rouse Avenue Court, calling it baseless and politically motivated. She denied allegations about her electoral roll inclusion before citizenship and argued the matter falls under the Central Government and Election Commission, not criminal courts. She has sought dismissal of the petition
International oil cargo smuggling racket busted in mid-sea operation off Mumbai coast: ICG
ICG said its tech-inclusive systems detected a motor tanker conducting suspicious activity in the Indian Exclusive Economic Zones, prompting a digital investigation into the actions of the vessel
Pressstonic Engineering Secures Rs 115 Cr Mumbai Metro Contract from Titagarh Rail Systems
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 7: Pressstonic Engineering Limited has secured a major contract worth 115.09 crore from Titagarh Rail Systems Limited for the Mumbai Metro project, marking a significant milestone in the company's growing presence in India's urban rail infrastructure segment.
Om Birla launches e-Vidhan app at Bihar assembly; CM Nitish skips event
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) at the Bihar Assembly to enable paperless legislative work, while Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav were absent. NeVA provides lawmakers digital access to bills, notices, questions, and committee reports
India vs USA Live Streaming: Defending champions India begin their T20 World Cup campaign at home against the United States of America in Mumbai today. The Men in Blue, in impressive form, aim for a strong start to their title defence. The match is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST, with the toss at 6:30 PM IST.
Private 5G Unleashed: Building Smart Networks for Digital Bharat
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 7: Bharat Exhibitions today hosted the 1st ever Bharat Private 5G Networks Summit 2026, at Radisson Blu, Mumbai International Airport. The summit brought together senior leaders from enterprises, telecom operators, technology vendors, system integrators and policy makers to debate deployment models, spectrum options and real return on investment (ROI) from private 5G networks across India. Positioned as India's dedicated platform for private 5G, the summit explored how next-generation networks can power smart factories, ports, campuses, logistics hubs and critical infrastructure. Sessions will focus on use cases in manufacturing, transport, utilities, healthcare and public services, highlighting productivity gains, automation, safety improvements and new digital business models enabled by ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity. Private 5G is moving rapidly from pilots to production, and enterprises are looking for clear guidance on technology .
Maharashtra Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar casts her vote in local body elections
Maharashtra local body elections, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar on Saturday exercised her right to vote in the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in Baramati
Operation Cyber Hawk 3.0: Delhi police detain over 500 in cybercrime crackdown
Delhi Police apprehended over 500 people under Operation Cyber Hawk 3.0 as part of an ongoing crackdown on organised cybercrime networks. The drive builds on earlier phases that led to large-scale arrests, major seizures and the exposure of cyber fraud transactions worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore
BJP's Ritu Tawde To Be Mumbai Mayor, Shiv Sena Leader Named As Her Deputy
BJP's Ritu Tawde has been appointed as the Mumbai Mayor, making it the first time in 25 years that the post has been held by a party other than the Shiv Sena.
'Historic moment': Who is Ritu Tawde? Meet BJPs mayoral pick for Indias richest civic body
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated Ghatkopar corporator Ritu Tawde as its mayoral candidate for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has named Sanjay Ghadi as its candidate for Deputy Mayor. The alliance, confident of its numerical strength, aims to govern Mumbai with a focus on eradicating corruption.
BJP names Ritu Tawde as Mumbai Mayor candidate, Shiv Sena picks Sanjay Ghadi for deputy post
Sanjay Ghadi will serve for 15 months; with this, the Shiv Sena intends to give an opportunity to four of its corporators
BJP Names Ritu Tawde As Mumbai Mayor Candidate, Shiv Sena Picks Sanjay Ghadi For Dy Mayor Post
Mumbai, Feb 7: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday nominated corporator Ritu Tawade for the Mumbai mayor election, while its ally Shiv Sena declared Sanjay Ghadi as its candidate for the deputy mayors post. BJP leader Amit Satam declared Tawades name, while Shiv Sena leader Rahul Shewale announced Ghadis candidature at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters. Tawade is a corporator from Ward 132, while Ghadi was elected from Ward 5 in the January 15 civic election. Ghadi will [] The post BJP Names Ritu Tawde As Mumbai Mayor Candidate, Shiv Sena Picks Sanjay Ghadi For Dy Mayor Post appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP names Ritu Tawde as Mumbai mayor candidate, Shiv Sena picks Sanjay Ghadi for deputy mayor post
The BJP has nominated Ritu Tawade for the Mumbai mayor election, with ally Shiv Sena fielding Sanjay Ghadi for the deputy mayor's post. The ruling alliance, holding a majority in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, is set to secure the mayor's position after the civic body's administrator-led period.
Top 3 upcoming reality shows of 2026: KKK 15s first promo out
Mumbai: The year 2026 has begun with a wave of reality show announcements, leaving Indian television audiences spoilt for choice. From high-octane stunt shows to dramatic lock-up formats and mind games, entertainment channels are rolling out major projects one after another. After The 50 kickstarted on Colors TV with 50 popular contestants and Ektaa Kapoor Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BJP names Ritu Tawde as Mumbai mayoral candidate; Shiv Sena picks Sanjay Ghadi for deputy mayor
The BJP has nominated Ghatkopar corporator Ritu Tawde as its mayoral candidate for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena has named Sanjay Ghadi as their candidate for Deputy Mayor. The BJP-Shinde alliance, with 118 corporators, is confident of winning both posts.
BJP Nominates Ritu Tawde As BMC Mayor Candidate; Shinde Sena Picks Sanjay Ghadi For Feb 11 Polls
With the announcement, Mumbai is poised to get a Mayor after nearly four years, as the BMC has been functioning without elected corporators since 2022.
Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground: Jay Shah, chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), extended his wishes for all the participating sides of the Mens T20 World Cup as the tournament gets underway on Saturday with the first match between Pakistan and the Netherlands. Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the 2026 tournament will include 20 teams and 55 matches, promising a month of incredible cricket. Six different champions already in nine editions of the @ICC Mens @T20WorldCup. Wishing the teams the very best of luck as they battle for the crown over 55 exciting matches in India and Sri Lanka! Shah wrote on X. The tournament begins on Saturday in Colombo, with Pakistan facing the Netherlands. Later that day, the focus shifts to Kolkata for the match between the West Indies and Scotland at Eden Gardens. The opening day wraps up with a game in Mumbais Wankhede Stadium between defending champions India and the USA, promising an exciting start to the competition. Matches will take place at eight venues across India and Sri Lanka: Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), Arun Jaitley Stadium (New Delhi), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo), Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground (Colombo), and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Kandy). The venue for the summit clash has not yet been confirmed, but it is scheduled for March 8 in either Ahmedabad or Colombo. Matches will take place at eight venues across India and Sri Lanka: Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai), Arun Jaitley Stadium (New Delhi), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo), Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground (Colombo), and Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (Kandy). Also Read: Live Cricket Score The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 8 stage, which will feature two groups of four teams each. In this stage, teams will play against all other teams in their group, with the top two from each group moving on. The final four will then compete in the knockout stage, with the winners of each semi-final advancing to the final. Article Source: IANS
Private 5G Unleashed: Building Smart Networks for Digital Bharat
Bharat Exhibitions today hosted the 1 st ever Bharat Private 5G Networks Summit 2026, at Radisson Blu, Mumbai International Airport. The summit brought together senior leaders from enterprises, telecom operators, technology vendors, system integrators and policy makers to debate deployment models, spectrum options and real return on investment (ROI) from private 5G networks across India. Positioned as Indias dedicated platform for private 5G, the summit explored how nextgeneration networks can power smart factories, ports, campuses, logistics hubs and critical infrastructure. Sessions will focus on use cases in manufacturing, transport, utilities, healthcare and public services, highlighting productivity gains, automation, safety improvements and new digital business models enabled by ultrareliable, lowlatency connectivity. Private 5G is moving rapidly from pilots to production, and enterprises are looking for clear guidance on technology choices, regulatory pathways and measurable business impact , said Mr Shashi Dharan , MD, Bharat Exhibitions. Bharat Private 5G Networks Summit 2026 in Mumbai will serve as a neutral forum where all stakeholders can collaborate, share deployment experiences and cocreate Indias private 5G roadmap . The oneday Summit featured keynote addresses from government and regulatory leaders, expert panels on spectrum frameworks and deployment architectures, and case studies of live private 5G networks in India and overseas. Interactive sessions will also examine ecosystem readiness, device and edge computing requirements, cybersecurity, integration with existing IT/OT systems, and financing models for largescale rollouts. L to R: Sanjay Joglekar, Mumbai Port Authority, Anil Tandan, BIF, Sanjay Sharma, PowerTel, Anil N. Dhanorkar, BSNL, Shashi Dharan, BE, Gulshan Khurana, Voda Idea, Rajeev Saluja, Reliance Jio Brig. Anil Tandan (Retd.), Director General, Broadband India Forum in his inaugural address quoted, Lets view Private 5G as a transformative enablerbringing ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity to enterprises, campuses, factories, ports, airports, and critical infrastructure. It is not a replacement for public networks, but a powerful complement that unlocks productivity, efficiency, and Industry 4.0 outcomes. India stands at a unique inflection point. We have progressive policy intent, a strong technology ecosystem, and enterprises ready to adopt advanced digital infrastructure. What we now need is clarity, speed, and collaboration across government, industry, and innovators . Dr. Sanjay Joglekar , Chief Technology Officer, Mumbai Port Authority , said, Mumbai, Indias gateway port and a city that has always played a pivotal role in the nations trade and connectivity. As ports evolve from traditional infrastructure into complex digital ecosystems, the need for reliable, secure, and real-time communication has become more critical than ever. Modern port operations involve high-volume cargo handling, logistics coordination, safety management, and round-the-clock activity. To manage this scale and complexity efficiently, advanced digital infrastructure is essential. Private 5G offers ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity that can support automation of port operations, real-time asset and cargo tracking, smart surveillance, and enhanced worker safety, significantly improving operational efficiency and turnaround times. Mr. Rajeev Saluja, Vice President, 5G Radio, Reliance Jio said, 2026 is the smartphone moment for technology. Private 5G is not merely a technology upgrade; it is a platform for reimagining operations through automation, real-time analytics, AI, and Industry 4.0 applications. By combining indigenous technology, strong partnerships, and a deep understanding of enterprise needs, Jio is enabling organizations to move beyond pilots to full-scale production environments that deliver measurable business outcomes. As India accelerates toward a digitally empowered economy, Private 5G will play a vital role in enhancing productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability. Reliance Jio remains committed to collaborating with enterprises, system integrators, and policymakers to build secure, interoperable, and resilient Private 5G networks that support national priorities such as Digital India, Make in India, and Atmanirbhar Bharat . Mr. Gulshan Khurana , EVP (Technology), Vodafone Idea quoted, As India embraces the digital future, private 5G will be the cornerstone of industrial transformation. Vodafone Ideas commitment to investment and innovation is a powerful signal that India is ready to lead in this space. Together, let us harness private 5G to build smarter factories, connected healthcare, intelligent cities, and resilient enterprises. The future is not just connectedit is intelligently connected . Shri Sanjay Sharma , Chief Executive Officer, Powergrid Teleservices Limited said, As India embraces the digital revolution, private 5G will be the cornerstone of industrial growth and national competitiveness. Powergrid Teleservices Limited, with its unmatched infrastructure and regulatory backing, is ready to lead this transformation. Together, let us harness private 5G to build smarter factories, connected healthcare, intelligent cities, and resilient enterprises. The future is not just connectedit is intelligently connected . Shri Anil N Dhanolkar, CGM CNTX (West), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. Stated, As India embraces the era of Industry 4.0 and beyond, private 5G will be the cornerstone of industrial growth and national competitiveness. BSNLs commitment to innovation and its unmatched reach across the country make it a vital player in this journey. Together, let us harness private 5G to build smarter factories, connected healthcare, intelligent cities, and resilient enterprises. The future is not just connectedit is intelligently connected . Mr. Sachin Mehta, Senior Vice President - Product Management & Global Head - Presales at 6D Technologies, Mr. Kedar Kulkarni, General Manager Presales, Airspan Networks, Mr. Sumit K. Gehani, Vice President Sales, Druid Software Ltd., Shri Rajiv Singh, General Manager (E&T)/HoD, Western Coalfields Ltd, Nagpur, Mr. Bhaskar Choudhuri, Executive Director - Technology Consulting, PwC India, Ms. Harmanpreet Pall, Senior Manager, Cybersecurity & SMR Telecom Security Consulting, EY India, Shri Satyam Singh, ADG (S), DoT, Mumbai LSA, Mr. Shiv Putcha, Director (Research & Consulting) APAC, GSMA Intelligence, Shri Vinay V. Jambhali, Director (C), DoT, Mumbai LSA, Mr. Dhiraj Sharma, Founder & Chief Architect, ImBizo Technologies, Mr. Nitin Tevatia, Delivery Head- M&T (Operator & Enterprise), L&T Technology Services Ltd., Lt. Col. Abhishek Kumar (Retd.), Joint Director, Ministry of Defence and Mr. Debashish Bhattacharya, Additional Director General, BIF were some of the other distinguished speakers throughout the day. The highly ancipated summit was partnered by 6D Technologies, C-DoT, Airspan Networks, Druid Software, Huber+Suhner, COMMSCOPE, SAARTEK, Communications Today, Broadband India Forum, Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) and ITU-APT Foundation of India.
