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What happened to Virat Kohlis Instagram account?
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NZ Add Sears In T20 WC Squad As Travelling Reserve
ICC T20 World Cup: Pace-bowler Ben Sears will join the New Zealand squad as a travelling reserve for the ICC T20 World Cup, starting on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka, NZC said on Friday. The 27-year-old will link up with the T20 World Cup squad in Mumbai on Sunday ahead of the sides warm-up match against the USA on February 5. NZC said Sears will replace Kyle Jamieson who was called into the main squad last week following the withdrawal of Adam Milne with a hamstring injury. Milne suffered the injury while bowling in the SA20 with subsequent scans revealing the extent of the injury. Sears has been in good form for Wellington in New Zealand's domestic Super Smash competition. Head coach Rob Walter said Sears had made an encouraging comeback from the hamstring injury that ruled him out of the start of the home summer. Bens worked hard to get himself back on the park and its been great to see him back playing and performing well, he said. Hes had a full Super Smash campaign with the Firebirds where he was the competitions joint second-top wicket-taker from the round-robin stage with 15 wickets from his nine games. Bens worked hard to get himself back on the park and its been great to see him back playing and performing well, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand have been placed in Group D alongside Afghanistan, Canada, South Africa and the UAE, with their opening match taking place on February 8 in Chennai against Afghanistan. Article Source: IANS
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Alia Bhatt to produce coming-of-age romantic comedy Dont Be Shy
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Chinese firm showcases autonomous deployment of 18 humanoid robots
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Ranked number three in the world, England have most of their boxes ticked ahead of next month's T20 World Cup, with several of their batters and bowlers comfortably sitting inside the top ten of the rankings. The three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, all to be played at Pallekele starting on Friday, is less about experimentation and more about fine tuning ahead of the format's showpiece tournament, which will be co-hosted by the island nation alongside neighbours India. Since their painful semi-final exit at the last World Cup in the Caribbean, England have found their feet in the shortest format, winning four series, drawing two and losing just one. We have a good record over the last couple of years and we need to carry that momentum into the World Cup, England opening batter Phil Salt said. The key for us is a series win here. Any series win away from home is valuable and we are really looking forward to the first game, the 29-year-old added. Salt, ranked number two in the world, has been one of the most destructive forces in T20 cricket, striking at 168 with four hundreds and seven fifties in a brief but explosive international career. Yet the right-hander was quick to deflect attention from individual brilliance, pointing to England's depth as their real trump card. The middle order is never the easiest place to bat, but we have versatile guys with very high strike rates who can take the game away from the opposition, Salt said. If you look at someone like Harry Brook, he showed everyone what he's capable of in the last game, Salt added, referencing Brook's unbeaten 136 in the third one-day international against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Tuesday. - 'Do a job for us' - England have also quietly strengthened their spin bowling stocks, a factor that underpinned their recent success in the ODI series, where they fielded as many as six spin options and in one match, bowled 40 overs of spin out of 50. It's a huge bonus for us, Salt said. We play our first-round games in Mumbai and Kolkata (in India) and sometimes you need different options depending on conditions. Having that variety is important because we know spin will play a big role in this part of the world. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, have recalled opening batter Kusal Perera after earlier indicating the left-hander was not in their World Cup plans. Perera boasts one of the highest strike rates among Sri Lankan batters and also provides cover behind the stumps. Although he didn't play the recent T20 series against Pakistan, given his ability to bat anywhere in the top six, we know his value to the team, Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka said. Hopefully he can do a job for us. His experience is vital. Fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera also returns after being rested for the ODI series against England. Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, who missed the first two ODIs and struggled late in the third, raised concerns over a recurring hamstring issue, but Shanaka played down the alarm bells. Chameera, with his pace, can trouble batters and he's accurate, which makes him hard to hit, Shanaka said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Hasaranga was just having cramps, nothing serious. With both of them in the squad, our bowling looks strong.
Mohit Avasthis fifer puts Mumbai in control against Delhi
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Have you heard? Shah Rukh Khan jets off to receive Global Icon Award
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Phil Salt has set his aim on becoming the leading Twenty20 batter in the world as he prepares to play a central role in Englands World Cup campaign. Salt has arrived in Sri Lanka for a three match Twenty20 series ahead of Englands opening World Cup fixture against Nepal in Mumbai on February 8. The [] The post Englands Salt targets being worlds best T20 batter appeared first on Caught At Point .
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Gujarat Giants vs Mumbai Indians Match 19, WPL 2026, Who will win today GG-W vs MI-W match?
GG-W vs MI-W, Match 19, Cricket Tips :Royal Challengers Bengaluru have become the first to qualify for the final of the WPL 2026 as they finished the group stage with six wins in 8 games. Now, the last two games will decide the two other teams for the playoffs. The next game will be played between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Giants. This contest will be held at BCA Stadium on Friday at 7:30 PM IST. The winner of this game will qualify for the next round. GG-W have 8 points, but their NRR is poor, while MI-W have six points, but their NRR is the best. So, both sides need a win, as this is the final group game for both sides. GG-W vs MI-W: Match Details Date : January 30, 2026 (Friday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : BCA Stadium, Vadodara GG-W vs MI-W Live Streaming Details The live action of the next game will be available on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also catch the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website. GG-W vs MI-W: Head-to-Head in WPL Total Matches : 8 Gujarat Giants : 0 Mumbai Indians : 8 No-Result : 0 GG-W vs MI-W: Ground Pitch Report BCA Stadium is a perfect place to bat on. The bounce is good, and batters can play their shots on the up. Bowling will not be easy, and batters will enjoy their time on the crease. The wicket will improve with time, and batting in the second innings will be good. GG-W vs MI-W: Possible XIs Gujarat Giants : Ash Gardner (c), Beth Mooney (wk), Sophie Devine, Anushka Sharma, Georgia Wareham, Kanika Ahuja, Bharti Fulmali, Kashvee Gautam, Renuka Thakur, Tanuja Kanwer, Rajeshwari Gayakwad Mumbai Indians : Nat Sciver-Brunt, S. Sajana, Hayley Matthews, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Amanjot Kaur, Amelia Kerr, Rahila Firdous (wk), Sanskriti Gupta, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shabnim Ismail, Poonam Khemnar GG-W vs MI-W: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Nat Sciver-Brunt scored a century in the last game and is the player in form. For GG-W, Beth Mooney scored a crucial fifty in the previous game and has scored runs this season. Probable Best Bowler Rajeshwari Gaikwad made the difference in the previous game against DC-W and bowled a game-changing spell in the middle overs for GG-W. For MI-W, Amelia Kerr has been the wicket-taker this season and has taken wickets consistently. Today Match Prediction : GG-W have won two in a row, but MI-W are always dangerous in must-win scenarios. Hence, we predict MI-W to win the game on Friday. GG-W vs MI-W Match 19, WPL 2026, Today Match GG-W vs MI-W, GG-W vs MI-W Prediction, GG-W vs MI-W Predicted XIs, Injury Update for GG-W vs MI-W 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.
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Baroda Cricket Association Stadium: Skipper Meg Lannings early blitz and all-rounder Deepti Sharmas resilient knock of 55 from 43 balls helped UP Warriorz (UPW) post a decent total of 143/8 in 20 overs in the must-win encounter against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 18th match of the Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium at Kotambi, in Vidarbha on Thursday. The Warriorz started well after being put to bat first, and their new opening combination worked out really well as Lanning and Deepti stitched a brilliant partnership to put up 50 runs in the Power-play without losing their wickets. It was the first 50-plus opening stand in seven innings for UPW this season and the second-highest Power-play score for the side this year after 56/1 against the Mumbai Indians. The Warriorz skipper made a solid start and looked well set for a big innings, but her stay on the crease was cut short by Nadine de Klerk, who dismissed Lanning (41) off her very first delivery in the game in the ninth over and put an end to the UPW openers 74-run stand. Amy Jones (1), who made her debut for UPW ahead of their crucial encounter, had an outing to forget in her maiden WPL game as the South African all-rounder scalped a second wicket in her over to send the English wicketkeeper-batter back to the dugout. The Warriorz lost momentum after the fall of two quick wickets, and Grace Harris only added fuel to the fire in the 12th over with the wicket of Harleen Deol, who walked back to the pavilion scoring a run-a-ball 14. While Deepti stood safe at one end, she saw her teammates losing their wickets at short intervals as Chloe Tryon (6) was stumped by Richa Ghosh off Grace Harris delivery in the 14th over. The spin-bowling all-rounder went on to raise her bat for a 40-ball fifty and looked to get going after reaching the landmark, only to fall off the final delivery of the penultimate over against Shreyanka Patil. De Klerk bowled a brilliant final over as the game unfolded as a tale of two halves. After dismissing English spin-bowling all-rounder Sophie Ecclestone (0) off the second delivery, the Protea seamer had Simran Sheikh caught at long-on by Arundhati Reddy as the Warriorz closed their innings, scoring 143 runs at the loss of eight wickets, courtesy of Lannings early onslaught and the late stability provided by Deepti. While Deepti stood safe at one end, she saw her teammates losing their wickets at short intervals as Chloe Tryon (6) was stumped by Richa Ghosh off Grace Harris delivery in the 14th over. The spin-bowling all-rounder went on to raise her bat for a 40-ball fifty and looked to get going after reaching the landmark, only to fall off the final delivery of the penultimate over against Shreyanka Patil. Also Read: Live Cricket Score UP Warriorz 143/8 in 20 overs (Deepti Sharma 55, Meg Lanning 41; Nadine de Klerk 4-22, Grace Harris 2-22) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Article Source: IANS
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Ranji Trophy: Avasthis Five-for Helps Mumbai Bowl Out Delhi For 221 Despite Sangwans Ton
Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy: Mohit Avasthis sixth five-wicket haul in first-class cricket left Mumbai in control of the Elite Group D by reaching a strong position in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 against Delhi at the BKC-Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy in Mumbai on Thursday, despite Sanat Sangwan hitting 118 off 218 balls. Delhi were bowled out for 221 late in the day, with Avasthi claiming 5-62, including taking three scalps in a span of six runs, while Shams Mulani and Tushar Deshpande took two wickets apiece. Apart from a gritty Sangwan being the top run-getter for Delhi, Vaibhav Kandpal and Pranav Rajvanshi added 32 and 39, respectively. Mumbai, who have already qualified for the knockouts, ended the day at 13/1 after Divij Mehra dismissed Akash Anand, with the play ending early due to poor visibility caused by dust coming from construction in the nearby areas, which led to the likes of Sarfaraz Khan and Musheer Khan wearing masks while fielding. In Amtar, left-arm seamer Sunil Kumar picked up five wickets to bowl Himachal out for 168 and put Jammu and Kashmir in a strong position. J&K ended the day at 20 without loss and already holds the advantage over HP in a must-win tie to enter the knockouts. In Pondicherry, Rajasthan were dismissed for 168 against Puducherry, with Karan Kannan taking 5-37 and Sagar Udeshi picking 3-54. Deepak Choudharys 64 was the lone batting resistance act for Rajasthan. Puducherry replied with 77/2, captain Neyan Shyam Kangayan unbeaten on 41 alongside Ramamoorthy Ragavan, whos not out on 20. In Amtar, left-arm seamer Sunil Kumar picked up five wickets to bowl Himachal out for 168 and put Jammu and Kashmir in a strong position. J&K ended the day at 20 without loss and already holds the advantage over HP in a must-win tie to enter the knockouts. Also Read: Live Cricket Score This round of Ranji Trophy Elite Group matches is quite important, as the event moves into the final phase of the season. Article Source: IANS
WPL 2026: Pooja Vastrakar Returns, Amy Jones Replaces Litchfield As RCB Ask UPW To Bat
Baroda Cricket Association Stadium: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the toss and elected to bowl first against UP Warriorz (UPW) in the 18th match of the 2026 Womens Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the Baroda Cricket Association Stadium (Kotambi) in Vadodara on Thursday. Following a slow start, the venue's recent two matches have shown improved batting conditions, with teams scoring over 170 in each of the last four innings. In contrast, this total was only exceeded once during the first eight innings. Despite this, the last two games have seen teams successfully defend, providing chasing teams with some food for thought. UP Warriorz face a setback as Phoebe Litchfield has been ruled out of the remainder of the tournament due to an injury, and Amy Jones has been added as her replacement. The Aussie has returned home to begin her rehab, aiming to recover in time for the multi-format home series against India starting next month. Its a must-win game for the Warriorz, who will keep their qualification hopes alive with a win but will bow out of the tournament and face elimination if they end up losing. RCB, meanwhile, became the first team to qualify for the playoffs with five consecutive wins to start their campaign. However, they have recently faced setbacks but continue to dominate at the top of the table, and a victory against UPW will confirm their place in the final. Winning the toss, RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana said, Good wicket to bat on, already played against Mumbai Indians, need to bowl in good areas. One thing I've mentioned is to think tactically, not emotionally. We've done a lot of things right to win the first 5, just keep things simple, someone else might play better cricket, just keep it simple. Speaking of the teams playing combination, Mandhana mentioned that Pooja Vastrakar is set to make her comeback to competitive cricket after a prolonged injury break, saying, We have one change, Pooja comes back in place of Gautami, she had one year off, looking forward to her comeback. She's good to bat, bowling will take some time, we'll have a look at how things progress. Meanwhile, UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning mentioned that Jones has replaced Litchfield in the XI. We need to win every game we play, so there's nothing to lose as far as we're concerned. It was a nice break, we focused on things that we need to get better at, places where we can improve, and we're happy to come into the XI. A couple of changes - Amy Jones comes in place of Litchfield, Simran is in place of Navgire. A new opening partner for me, she said. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, UP Warriorz skipper Meg Lanning mentioned that Jones has replaced Litchfield in the XI. We need to win every game we play, so there's nothing to lose as far as we're concerned. It was a nice break, we focused on things that we need to get better at, places where we can improve, and we're happy to come into the XI. A couple of changes - Amy Jones comes in place of Litchfield, Simran is in place of Navgire. A new opening partner for me, she said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score UP Warriorz: Meg Lanning (c), Simran Shaikh, Amy Jones (wk), Harleen Deol, Chloe Tryon, Deepti Sharma, Shweta Sehrawat, Sophie Ecclestone, Asha Sobhana Joy, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud Article Source: IANS
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Safe-haven rush lifts gold, oil as Trump ramps up tensions with Iran
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Union Budget 2026: Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan urged members to maintain the highest standards of parliamentary decorum during the 270th session, focusing on the Union Budget 202627 and key legislative proposals, calling for disciplined debate and meaningful contributions in the House and committees
Bridgerton season 4: When and where to watch part 1 in India?
Mumbai: One of the most awaited Netflix series, Bridgerton season 4, will mark the return of fan-favourite character Eloise Bridgerton, played by Claudia Jessie, the fifth Bridgerton sibling. The fourth season will be released in two parts, with part 1 arriving on January 29 and part 2 scheduled for February 26. Bridgerton season 4 part 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 .
Gold bars, coins, ETFs to drive Indias gold demand in 2026: World Gold Council
Indian demand for gold bars, coins, and ETFs is set to stay strong in 2026 as investors shift from jewellery to investment amid high prices, a weak rupee, and subdued equity markets, says the World Gold Council.
Shashi Tharoor meets Kharge, Rahul Gandhi ahead of Kerala polls
Shashi Tharoor met Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and LoP Rahul Gandhi to address his grievances ahead of the Kerala Assembly polls. He described the meeting as constructive and said all is good, signalling reconciliation with the party
SC reserves verdict on pleas for modification of earlier orders on stray dogs
The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on pleas seeking modification of its stray dogs orders, while urging faster action on shelter approvals and reviewing state compliance amid rising dog-bite cases. Concerns over stray dogs in institutional areas and on highways were also addressed
Gold price today: Check how much 22K, 24K gold costs in your city - Delhi, Mumbai & more
Gold futures surged close to Rs 1.8 lakh per 10 grams, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and a weaker dollar. MCX gold and silver contracts saw significant gains, with international gold prices reaching a new record near $5,600. Local prices vary across major Indian cities.
Kerala: Congress MLA alleges `digital arrest` scam attempt, files complaint
According to people familiar with the matter, the call was received on Wednesday afternoon from a person claiming to be an official of the Mumbai Police. The caller alleged that financial fraud had been committed using Radhakrishnans Aadhaar number and that a case had been registered
Kerala to open menopause clinics in district hospitals, budget allocates Rs 3 cr
Kerala will set up specialised menopause clinics in district hospitals with Rs 3 crore funding, offering medical consultations, mental health support, and health screenings for women, following Maharashtras lead
The Biscuit That Raised Us Meets Real Estate
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Maharashtra's Balbharati textbooks, celebrating their Diamond Jubilee, continue to hold deep emotional and educational value for generations. Education Minister Dada Bhuse lauded the institution's adaptation from print to digital, its role in literacy, and its enduring relevance. The iconic logo and new official song were also highlighted during the Pune event, underscoring Balbharati's significant contribution to education in the state.
MPCB expands Blue Category to boost circular economy
Maharashtra's pollution control board has expanded its 'Blue Category' for industries, adding eight new services supporting the circular economy. This move aims to simplify approvals and boost investment in vital environmental facilities like plastic and e-waste recycling. These units will now benefit from faster clearances and extended consent periods, accelerating green initiatives across the state.
Magic Bus India Foundation , one of Indias leading NGOs in education and skilling, is scaling its AI for Masses initiative through a suite of inclusive and high-impact AI skilling programmes designed to prepare youth from underserved communities for an AI-driven economy. Magic Bus representatives with youth participants at their Employers Summit As part of this initiative, Magic Bus is convening the Employers Summit Series, its official pre-summit engagement ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026. The multi-city series, being held across Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai, is anchored in the theme AI-Ready Talent: What Employers Really Want Tomorrow. With editions in Chennai and Hyderabad already concluded, the Employers Summit Series now moves to Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai, building on early conversations that set the tone for inclusive, ethical, and scalable AI adoption. The series aims to strengthen employeryouth linkages and shape demand-driven skilling pathways by bringing together employers, policymakers, CSR leaders, academia, and youth innovators. By aligning industry expectations with grassroot realities, the series supports Indias goal of democratising access to AI skills and preparing an AI-ready workforce at scale. The India AI Impact Summit 2026, organised under the IndiaAI Mission by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is Indias flagship platform to accelerate AI adoption and workforce transformation. The Summit will convene global leaders to shape a future where AI benefits every citizen. Magic Buss pre-summit series plays a vital role by channelling employer insights and workforce readiness strategies into national deliberations. Arun Nalavadi, Chief of Programmes Livelihood, Magic Bus India Foundation , said , "At Magic Bus, our mission is to ensure that youth from underserved communities are not left behind as the world of work evolves. Our AI skilling programmes are built on the belief that access to future-ready skills should not be limited by geography or socio-economic background. Leveraging technology, we combine AI with life and employability skills to deliver impact at scale. By aligning with employers and providing foundational AI literacy, we bridge the gap between aspiration and opportunity, making AI a pathway to sustainable employment." As one of the early movers in the development sector, Magic Bus launched the AI for Masses initiative to equip young people with future-ready skills and enable a smooth transition to the world of work. A flagship programme under this initiative, AIConnect with Work (AI-CWW), is a 710-day intervention for college students and graduates from underserved communities. It builds practical AI awareness and workplace-relevant skills, preparing youth for emerging roles in an AI-driven economy. Last year, 35,000 youth were skilled through AI-CWW, and the programme is on track to reach 1.5 lakh participants this year. By equipping youth with the skills and confidence to make informed career and life choices, the programme empowers them to support their families, break the cycle of poverty, and become role models in their communities. About Magic Bus India Foundation Magic Bus India Foundation is one of Indias leading NGOs in education and skilling. Over the past 26 years, the organisation has expanded its reach and impact across the country through innovative, inclusive, and gender-responsive programmes. With a strong focus on school-to-work transition, Magic Bus enables adolescents and youth from underserved communities to build the life and employability skills needed to break cycles of poverty and empower future generations. Magic Bus is also empowering women aged 25 years and above, in peri-urban and rural areas, to enable their economic and financial independence. Through its Adolescent Programme, Magic Bus equips adolescents aged 12 to 18 years with life skills and Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), reaching over 38 lakh adolescents. The programme is implemented across 22 states and Union Territories and is strengthened through partnerships with 12 state governments and NITI Aayog, with interventions across nearly 30% of Indias aspirational blocks. Girls account for 52% of participants. The Livelihood Programme empowers youth aged 18 to 25 years by equipping them with life and employability skills. Since 2015, over 7.15 lakh youth have been skilled, with 80% placed in sustainable jobs. Young women constitute 60% of participants, reflecting a continued focus on gender equity. The Rural Livelihood Programme empowers women by strengthening life skills, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills. The programme has supported over 1,100 women across six states to establish and sustain enterprises and move towards financial independence. For more information, visit: www.magicbus.org .
`Rich military heritage will be displayed`: PM on Beating Retreat ceremony
Traditionally held at Vijay Chowk in the national capital, the `Beating Retreat` ceremony marks the culmination of Republic Day festivities. The ceremony, rooted in military tradition, features massed bands of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force performing patriotic and classical tunes
Minneapolis killing puts Trump immigration crackdown under fire
The Trump administration is battling mounting political and public backlash after federal immigration agents fatally shot nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with the officers involved placed on administrative leave
Economic Survey 2025-26 tabled ahead of Nirmala Sitharamans 9th Union Budget
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday tabled the Economic Survey of India for FY 2025-26 in Parliament, setting the stage for the Union Budget to be presented on February 1. The Survey, prepared by the Department of Economic Affairs under the Chief Economic Adviser, offers a comprehensive review of the economys performance
