Lula unveils Rio crime pilot ahead of Brazil election test
Lula unveils Rio crime pilot ahead of Brazil election test
Sanjay Nirupam Welcomes Manoj Jaranges Decision to Withdraw Protest, Emphasizes Justice for Farmers
Sanjay Nirupam praises Manoj Jaranges protest withdrawal, highlighting Indias semiconductor progress and addressing farmer issues in Maharashtra. Sanjay Nirupam Welcomes Manoj Jaranges Decision to Withdraw Protest, Emphasizes Justice for Farmers
GIS mapping, CCTVs to boost states wildlife crime crackdown
Supreme Court flags declining culture of senior-junior training, stresses courtroom etiquette
The Supreme Court on Friday expressed concern over the declining emphasis on traditional training, courtroom etiquette and professional decorum among young lawyers, stressing that the finer aspects of advocacy are best learnt by working under experienced members of the Bar. A Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice AG Masih made the observations while hearing [] The post Supreme Court flags declining culture of senior-junior training, stresses courtroom etiquette appeared first on India Legal .
Women cautioned about cybercrime, threats to privacy
Chandrachud saysaffirmative voting rights are central toestablishingcontrol and safeguarding interests of partiestheyfavour
A Developing True Crime Story: Josh Allens Awkward Smelling Salts Moment Has NFL Fans Talking
Josh Allens apparent smelling salts use during the Bills-Lions game sparked fan jokes as Buffalo beat Detroit 41-31 at the new Highmark Stadium.
Kerala Crime Branch armed with legal opinion, PSC faces fresh test
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 18 (IANS) The standoff between the Kerala Crime Branch and the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) over alleged irregularities in the State Planning Board examinations appears headed for a fresh confrontation after the investigating agency secured a legal opinion backing its authority to question PSC members. According to sources, the legal opinion states that the constitutional status enjoyed by the PSC does not exempt its chairman or members from appearing before investigating officers at a venue specified by the probe agency. The Crime Branch is expected to formally communicate the opinion to the Commission in the coming days. The latest development could compel the PSC to reconsider its earlier stand that its members need not appear at the Crime Branch headquarters for questioning. The Commission had argued that its members occupy constitutional positions and had instead offered to facilitate recording of their statements at the PSC office. The PSC had also cited an earlier Kerala High Court order that granted relief to PSC officials when they were asked to appear before a Legislative Assembly committee. However, the Crime Branch has maintained that constitutional status does not provide immunity from a criminal investigation and that PSC members are duty-bound to cooperate with the probe. The latest legal opinion is widely seen as strengthening the Crime Branch's position in the ongoing tussle. The PSC is now expected to examine its legal options, with the possibility of seeking judicial intervention if it decides to challenge the investigating agency's stand. The dispute stems from an investigation into alleged irregularities in examinations conducted by the PSC for senior posts in the State Planning Board. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Crime Branch has reportedly detected serious lapses in the conduct and evaluation of the examinations and recommended a review of appointments made on the basis of the test. Investigators are also examining whether the irregularities were procedural in nature or part of a deliberate attempt to favour certain candidates. The SIT has already issued notices to the PSC chairman and its members for questioning. One member, S.A. Saif, failed to appear before the Crime Branch on September 15 despite being directed to do so. What began as a probe into alleged examination irregularities has now evolved into a broader contest over the extent of the PSC's constitutional protections and the powers of criminal investigators. With the Crime Branch armed with a favourable legal opinion, the focus now shifts to how the PSC responds.
SSP Crime: Dedicated cybercrime system launched in J&K
The family of biker Sia demands the arrest of two remaining suspects. Kalyan Bainsla and Lovneesh were produced before the court after police remand. Sia's father thanked the Haryana government for constituting a Special Investigation Team. The SIT has identified four people involved in the incident so far. The family's fight is against crime and not any specific community.
Gangtok , September 18 : In a landmark Sikkim High Court Climate Justice PIL, the High Court of Sikkim has initiated suo motu Public Interest [] The post High Court of Sikkim Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Nepal Flash Flood Crisis, Launches Climate Justice PIL appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Connecticut-India Business Ties Take Center Stage At GCCI Seminar In Stamford
The growing business ties between Connecticut and India took center stage in Stamford as entrepreneurs, financial institutions, government officials and community leaders gathered to discuss ways to help businesses secure funding and expand into new markets.
NLU Tripura, NFSU Organise Workshop on Forensic Evidence and Criminal Justice
Agartala, September 18, 2026: National Law University Tripura (NLUT), in collaboration with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Tripura Campus, organised a one-day workshop on Forensic Evidence and the Indian Criminal Justice System at the NLUT campus on Friday. The workshop brought together legal and forensic experts to deliberate on the growing importance of scientific... The post NLU Tripura, NFSU Organise Workshop on Forensic Evidence and Criminal Justice first appeared on Northeast Today .
Small Institutions, Towering Offices: The Architecture of Power Within the NLUs
Small student bodies and skeletal faculties are governed by Vice Chancellors wielding powers built for universities many times their size, while Chief Justices sit as Chancellors over institutions whose disputes eventually reach their own courtrooms.
Passport Validity For Children Under 15 Changed Under New MEA Rules
Parents applying for passports for young children will now have to plan for an earlier renewal, after India's Ministry of External Affairs changed the validity period for ordinary passports issued to children below 15 years.
Highlights Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran play two police officers with very different ideas of justice Meghna Gulzar turns a controversial encounter into a wider examination of law, conscience and accountability Kshitee Jog delivers one of the film's most affecting performances as a grieving mother Meghna Gulzar 's Daayra does not make it easy to decide where justice begins and where it crosses a line. Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the investigative drama centres on a police encounter that is initially celebrated as swift justice, before asking what happens when those enforcing the law decide that following it is no longer enough. The film's central conflict comes through DCP Ajooni Kohli (Kareena), an Internal Vigilance officer investigating the encounter, and DCP Raman Kumar (Prithviraj), the officer behind it. They are both convinced they are pursuing justice, but their understanding of what that means could not be more different. Two officers, two ideas of justice One of the film's most telling exchanges comes when Ajooni says, Law ka ek daayra hai, jismein main kaam karti hoon. Raman's response is simple: Aur main nahin. That exchange captures what Daayra is really interested in. Ajooni believes justice must remain within the boundaries of the law, even when the system is frustratingly slow. Raman, on the other hand, has little faith in waiting for a system that he believes has already failed its victims. It is a familiar moral dilemma, but Gulzar gives it a grounded setting rather than turning it into a conventional courtroom drama or revenge thriller. The film does not simply present Ajooni as the good cop and Raman as the bad one. Both believe they are pursuing justice, with their disagreement centred on what justice should look like when the law and conscience pull in different directions. Kareena is well cast as Ajooni, playing her as calm, professional and unwilling to waste time. Her dry sense of humour, particularly while questioning fellow policemen, adds personality without taking away from her seriousness as an investigator. Ajooni's approach is also refreshingly evidence-led. She does not investigate her colleagues emotionally, making it clear that her focus is the incident itself. Mai mere colleagues ko nahi, sirf incident ko investigate karti hun. Law has to do its duty, she says. There is potentially another layer to the character through her father (Kanwaljit Singh), a retired judge who was shot on court premises. The detail could have added depth to her relationship with the judiciary and her understanding of justice, but the film does not explore that thread as fully as it could have. Prithviraj gives Raman a strong sense of authority without turning him into a caricature of a ruthless policeman. He is disciplined and methodical, but also carries anger towards a system he believes repeatedly fails victims. When the system fails The encounter is only the final chapter. The real story begins when Ragini Poojari goes missing and her family struggles to get an FIR filed, being sent from one police station to another. There are forms, delays and officials who fail to understand the urgency. CCTV footage has a gap, accounts do not match and crucial hours remain unexplained. By the time Ragini's body is found, the system has already failed her family several times. These are among the film's most uncomfortable moments because they feel frighteningly ordinary. Rather than relying on courtroom theatrics, Daayra follows Ajooni as she goes back through those missing hours and tries to establish what really happened. The investigation gradually makes the official version of the encounter more complicated. Raman's interaction with Ragini's mother becomes an important turning point, as her helplessness and fear that justice could take years affect his understanding of the case. This is where the film makes Raman's position emotionally persuasive without presenting his actions as unquestionably heroic. Daayra understands why someone who has lost faith in the system might feel that waiting for it to work is itself another form of injustice. A strong cast carries the moral dilemma The conflict between Kareena and Prithviraj is the film's greatest strength. Neither performance reduces the characters to simple positions, allowing the central debate to remain uncomfortable rather than becoming a straightforward battle between right and wrong. The supporting performances add considerably to that experience. Kshitee Jog, as Ragini's mother, is particularly impressive. She has relatively little screen time but makes every moment count. Her grief, anger and helplessness never feel exaggerated. Her attempts to get an FIR filed and her frustration at being passed from one police station to another give the film some of its most deeply human moments. Ultimately, Daayra is most effective when it focuses on that human cost. Its central question is not simply whether the encounter was justified, but what happens when people stop believing that justice will arrive through the system designed to deliver it. The film does not offer an easy answer, and that is precisely what makes its conflict linger after the investigation is over.
Dedicated Cybercrime System Launched in Jammu Kashmir to Expedite Complaints, Says SSP Crime
SRINAGAR: A separate and dedicated system has been put in place under the Jammu and Kashmir Cyber Coordination Centre (JK4C) and JK1C to deal with cybercrime cases and expedite complaints lodged by victims, SSP Crime Yaseen Kichloo said on Friday. Addressing a press conference, Kichloo said the new mechanism has been designed to ensure faster []
NEET-UG case: Supreme Court judges to visit NTA office to check examination system
The Supreme Court on Friday indicated that it may undertake an inspection of the National Testing Agencys (NTA) permanent office at Minto Road, New Delhi, to assess its functioning and ascertain the extent to which proposed reforms have been operationalised amid concerns surrounding the alleged NEET-UG 2026 question paper leak. A Bench of Justice P.S. [] The post NEET-UG case: Supreme Court judges to visit NTA office to check examination system appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court has permitted provisional enrolment as advocates of candidates whose LL.B. degrees were obtained through regular mode, but whose preceding educational qualifications were completed through open, distance or correspondence mode. A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta passed the order in civil appeals concerning the interpretation of Rule 5 of [] The post Supreme Court allows provisional enrollment of law graduates with open-schooling background pending final ruling appeared first on India Legal .
Delhi High Court bans victory processions after DUSU election results, warns of contempt action
The Delhi High Court on Friday directed that no victory processions be held after the declaration of Delhi University Students Union (DUSU) election results, either on roads or within colleges and hostels. A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia directed the Delhi Police to ensure strict compliance, warning that [] The post Delhi High Court bans victory processions after DUSU election results, warns of contempt action appeared first on India Legal .
US War Crime: UN Finds Reasonable Grounds Over Iranian School Strike
The latest US War Crime controversy has intensified after a United Nations-backed fact-finding mission said there were reasonable grounds to believe that American forces committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran, including an attack on a primary school in Minab that killed more than 150 people, many of them children. The findings were published [] The post US War Crime: UN Finds Reasonable Grounds Over Iranian School Strike appeared first on Tfipost.com .
J&K Crime Branch arrests notorious fraudster in Rs 93 lakh land & property fraud case
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Sep 18 (IANS) The J&K Crime Branch's Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir on Friday said that it has arrested a notorious fraudster in a Rs 93 lakh land and property fraud case. Notorious fraudster Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar, resident of Jawalapora, Samson, Budgam, has been arrested for his involvement in a major multi-lakh financial cheating case, an EOW statement said. The arrest was executed in compliance with an order and warrant issued by the court of the sub-judge, Srinagar, it said, adding that Dar, who was evading arrest for the past year, is involved in multiple criminal cases registered at Police Station EOW Kashmir/SCW Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K, including FIR No. 17/2026 under Sections 318(4), 338, 340, and 61(2) of the BNS of Police Station EOW Kashmir. The case pertains to a written complaint alleging that the victim was duped of Rs 93 lakhs by land broker Dar, in connivance with co-accused Soom Nath Koul, resident of 22 Lotus Tower, Bengaluru/Janipur, Jammu. Investigations reveal the accused offered a fake sale of 5 kanals of migrant land in Drusu, Pulwama and 300 standing trees in Bijbehara, Anantnag, using forged agreements. A bank account used to funnel the defrauded money was reportedly opened on the exact day of the transfer solely to execute the scam. The duo used to dupe gullible people by giving false promises of selling them migrant property while acting as attorney holders or owners of the property. A Hue and Cry Notice remains active for the absconding co-accused, Soom Nath Koul. Further investigation into the network and operations is ongoing. EOW is a specialised branch of J&K Crime Branch that investigates high-profile economic offences. Such crimes need special dedicated full-time teams of investigators with technological backup, as territorial police engaged in law and order maintenance and security-related duties do not have time to spare full-time investigators for such offences.
The Supreme Court on September 18 stayed the Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment declaring Section 147A of the Income Tax Act unconstitutional, while directing that the related assessment proceedings should not proceed until the Centres challenge is finally decided. A bench comprising Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice K. Vinod Chandran ordered that the High [] The post Supreme Court stays Punjab & Haryana High Court verdict striking own Section 147A of Income Tax Act appeared first on India Legal .
Justice Ali Mohammed Magrey lauds teachers as architects of future citizens at BMS awards
Former Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Ali Mohammed Magrey, on Friday described teachers as the quiet architects of a childs character and called for greater investment in their dignity, professional development and well-being. Addressing the Dronacharya Awards for Teachers 2026, organised by BMS Academy for Professional Courses under the aegis of the BMS Educational Trust at BMS College of Engineering in Bengaluru, Justice Magrey said teachers do much more than impart academic knowledge. A teacher does not merely transfer information from a textbook to a notebook, he said, highlighting the role of teachers in encouraging students, building confidence and shaping their character. Justice Magrey said education in its true sense goes beyond marks and examinations, encompassing curiosity, integrity, resilience and empathy. It is the teacher who instils the discipline to keep trying after failure, the courage to ask an honest question, and the values that will guide a child's conduct long after the syllabus is forgotten, he said. Reflecting on his experience as a judge, Justice Magrey said that long before law, family and society leave their imprint on an individual, teachers play a crucial role in shaping a child's character. He said that behind the success of doctors, engineers, scientists and judges, there is often a teacher who believed in them before they believed in themselves. Describing teachers as nation-builders, Justice Magrey said Indias aspirations for growth, knowledge and innovation are closely linked to the collective efforts of teachers working in classrooms across the country. He also commended the BMS Educational Trust and BMS Academy for Professional Courses for instituting the awards and bringing attention to the contribution of teachers and principals. As part of the event, 100 teachers and principals from State, CBSE and ICSE schools were felicitated. Justice Magrey said the contribution of teachers could not be fully measured by awards, adding that their real impact is reflected in the lives and confidence of their students. He urged parents, administrators, policymakers and civil society members to view the occasion as a reminder of their collective responsibility towards teachers. A society that wishes to prosper must invest in its teachers: in their dignity, their continuous learning, their working conditions and their well-being, he said. Justice Magrey also traced the educational legacy of the BMS Educational Trust, recalling its origins in 1946 and the establishment of B.M.S. College of Engineering by Late Sri B. M. Sreenivasaiah. He said the legacy was subsequently expanded by his son, Late Sri B. S. Narayan, into institutions covering law, science, commerce, architecture and management. Concluding his address, Justice Magrey said the true Dronacharya award would continue to be given silently in classrooms through the lives of students whose teachers helped them understand difficult concepts, overcome challenges and dream bigger. He congratulated the award organisers and paid tribute to the teachers and principals honoured at the ceremony.
Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates
The Supreme Court on September 17 directed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to verify whether stipends have been paid to foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat and Jharkhand. A bench of Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice M. Pancholi passed the direction after petitioners alleged that an NMC affidavit falsely stated that [] The post Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court on Thursday urged the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to consider implementing the mandatory third-language requirement for Class 6 students from January 1, 2027, instead of applying it immediately. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana made the suggestion while hearing petitions challenging aspects of [] The post Supreme Court urges CBSE to consider third-language requirement from January 2027 for class 6 students appeared first on India Legal .
Lahore HC Rejects Mohammad Rizwan's Plea Challenging Cyber Crime Agency Summons Over England Tour
Lahore HC Rejects Mohammad Rizwan's Plea Challenging Cyber Crime Agency Summons Over England Tour
US strike on Iran school may be war crime: UN report
An independent mission reported to the UN Human Rights Council that there are grounds to believe the US committed war crimes through indiscriminate attacks harming civilians and damaging civilian objects.
'Rewards for justice': US offers $15M for info on Iran's secretive financial networks
A Delhi court has directed the registration of an FIR against social media user Karishma Aziz over a series of posts and videos allegedly containing derogatory references to Hinduism, Hindu religious figures, historical personalities and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chief Judicial Magistrate Mridul Gupta of the Patiala House Courts passed the order while allowing an [] The post Delhi Court directs FIR against Karishma Aziz over alleged derogatory social media posts targeting Hinduism, PM Modi, Savarkar appeared first on India Legal .
The Supreme Court recently advised a young lawyer appearing as a party-in-person to exercise greater caution before filing petitions concerning broad policy matters, stressing that the legal profession carries significant responsibility. A bench comprising Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe was hearing a writ petition filed by the advocate seeking an increase in the [] The post Litigation comes with huge responsibility: Supreme Court Justice Narasimha advises young lawyer appearing as a party-in-person appeared first on India Legal .
US Strike On Iran School That Killed 150 May Be 'War Crime': UN Panel
The team examined two strikes, including a Tomahawk cruise missile strike in late February on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, which killed more than 150 people.
Bangladeshis were committing crimes in India; 9 sentenced to life imprisonment, NIA court verdict
The NIA Special Court in Hyderabad has convicted nine people, including eight Bangladeshi nationals, in a human trafficking and prostitution case.Hyderabad NIA court's big decisionThe NIA Special Court in Hyderabad has sentenced nine people accused of a human trafficking ring that lured...
Rizwan approaches ICC over mobile phone seizure by Pakistan's cyber crime agency
OpenAI discloses six more instances of deceitful AI behavior
Instances of artificial intelligence models seemingly deceitful behavior continue to pile up with OpenAI reporting six more incidents. The six instances listed by the company show that the systems concealed mistakes from the user, fabricated data, and inserted unrelated instructions. The misaligned behaviors were detected in the last six months.
Sikh Truck Driver Stabbed 17 Times At Wyoming Rest Stop, Suspect Arrested
A 28-year-old Sikh truck driver from Sacramento is recovering in a hospital after being stabbed 17 times at a Wyoming rest area, in an attack that has renewed concerns among Punjabi Sikh truck drivers following a controversial social media post by the Department of Homeland Security.
Fault in our stars?: Questions the Supreme Court Collegium must answer
The Collegium has criticised the Centre for delaying appointments and departing from procedure, yet its own record on both counts is no better.
US likely committed war crimes in Iran strikes that killed over 150: UN
NHM employees deserve justice: Fairoz Khan
Former national president of the National Students Union of India (NSUI) and advocate Fairoz Khan on Thursday extended support to the protesting National Health Mission (NHM) employees of Jammu and Kashmir, while urging the government to ensure that the ongoing strike does not disrupt essential healthcare services, particularly in the remote and mountainous areas of Ramban district. Khan said NHM employees had played an important role in strengthening the public healthcare system and had continued to serve people in difficult and far-flung areas for years. He said their long-pending demands concerning job security, remuneration, retirement benefits and social security deserved serious, meaningful and time-bound consideration by the government. At the same time, the impact of the ongoing strike on ordinary patients cannot be overlooked. People living in remote and mountainous areas are particularly vulnerable when local health facilities become non-functional, Khan said. According to information received from the ground, 65 health facilities and centres across different parts of Ramban district have reportedly been affected or closed amid the ongoing strike, raising concerns over access to basic medical services in several areas. Among the reportedly affected facilities in Block Ukheral are SC Chaka, SC Charwari, SC Trana, SC Manjoos, SC Nachalana, SC Kawna, SC Gujrara, SC Tajnihal, SC Chunthan, SC Paristan, SC Bassan, SC Hoochak, SC Bingara, SC Lablotha, SC Phagmulla, SC Darzipora, SC Noora Pogal, SC Kharwan, SC Nowgam, SC Surunga, SC Cherwari and SC Buzla. Other facilities reportedly affected include Tattaraso, Karol, Kundi, Gandote, Panthyal, Chakwa, Kumate, Palli, Duthan, Kabbhi, Karma, Wanga, Kudji, Chacknarwah, Amkoot, Krawa, Lamber, Asher, Gangna, Chamalwas, Doligam, Chanjloo, Chachihaal, Chapnari and Bajnarii. The reported list also includes SC Kalimasta, SC Gundi, SC Salbala, SC Harrog, SC Bandachan, SC Dachan Gali, SC Upper Dalwah, SC Zuthnal, SC Chachawah and NTPHC Dharam. Khan said the legitimate concerns of NHM employees should be addressed without allowing patients to bear the consequences of the dispute. We support the NHM employees, but we also stand with the patients. A poor patient from a remote village cannot be expected to travel several kilometres simply because the local health centre is not functioning, he said. He urged the government to immediately initiate meaningful negotiations with representatives of NHM employees and work towards a time-bound resolution of their demands. At the same time, he called for immediate alternative arrangements at health facilities where services have been affected. Khan suggested that regular doctors, paramedical staff and other available healthcare personnel be deployed wherever necessary to ensure continuity of emergency services, maternal and child healthcare, medicines, diagnostics and other essential patient-care facilities. Referring to directions issued by the Health Department for reorganisation of available manpower and duty rosters at healthcare institutions in Kashmir to maintain essential services during the NHM strike, Khan urged the authorities to adopt similar measures wherever required in Ramban. He appealed to the Lieutenant Governors Administration, Health Department and district authorities to treat the issue as an urgent matter and ensure that the ongoing employee-government dispute does not develop into a healthcare crisis for the public.
Abhishek blazes fastest century in full-member T20s
The 26-year-old hammered 108 off 34 balls, striking nine fours and 11 sixes before falling to Rashid Khan. His hundred eclipsed the previous India record of a 35-ball century set by stalwart Rohit Sharma against Sri Lanka in 2017
Not a Haaland copy: Abhishek Sharma reveals true meaning behind new celebration
Not a Haaland copy: Abhishek Sharma reveals true meaning behind new celebration
Online Frauds: The New Crime at Our Doorstep
Jammu and Kashmir needs stronger cyber-policing, faster redressal and a sustained public awareness campaign. The expansion of the digital economy has made life more convenient, but it has also opened a new front for crime. A bank transaction that once required a visit to a branch can now be completed in seconds. Bills are paid through mobile phones, purchases are made with a few taps and government services are increasingly accessed online. Yet, behind this convenience lies a growing danger: online fraud. For many people, cybercrime still appears to be an abstract threat associated with distant cities, sophisticated hackers or large financial institutions. In reality, it has entered ordinary homes and workplaces. A fake customer-care number, a fraudulent investment scheme, a deceptive link, a forged bank message or a phone call claiming to be from the police can empty a persons account within minutes. The victim may not only lose money but also suffer humiliation, anxiety and a deep sense of betrayal. Online fraud succeeds not merely because criminals are technically skilled. It succeeds because they understand human behaviour. They create panic, imitate authority and exploit moments of vulnerability. A caller may tell a person that their bank account will be blocked unless they share an OTP. Another may promise a government subsidy, a job, a loan or an attractive investment return. Some fraudsters pose as relatives in distress, while others impersonate officials from banks, telecom companies or law-enforcement agencies. The methods keep changing, but the basic strategy remains the same: make the victim act before they have time to think. This is why online fraud cannot be treated only as a technical problem. It is also a social and institutional challenge. Digital literacy must become as important as financial literacy. People need to know that banks do not ask customers to reveal passwords, PINs or one-time passwords. They must understand that no legitimate official will demand an immediate payment through an unknown link or personal account. They should be taught to verify numbers, check website addresses and pause whenever a message creates fear or excessive urgency. The elderly are particularly vulnerable. Many senior citizens are unfamiliar with changing digital systems and may place considerable trust in anyone who speaks confidently and uses official-sounding language. They may also hesitate to tell family members after making a mistake, fearing criticism or embarrassment. This silence benefits criminals. Families must create an atmosphere in which older members can report suspicious calls without fear of being blamed. Young people, too, are not immune. Students and first-time job seekers are increasingly targeted through fake employment offers, online examinations, work-from-home schemes and fraudulent scholarship notices. Social media users are exposed to fake shopping pages, cloned accounts and investment advertisements designed to appear attractive and credible. The assumption that the young are naturally digitally savvy is misleading. Knowing how to use an application is not the same as understanding the risks attached to it. The growing popularity of online investment and trading platforms has created another fertile ground for fraud. Victims are often added to messaging groups where fabricated profits, fake testimonials and manipulated screenshots create the appearance of a successful community. Initially, they may be allowed to withdraw a small amount. Once their confidence is established, they are encouraged to invest larger sums. When they attempt to withdraw their money, they are asked to pay additional taxes, processing charges or security deposits. By then, the fraud has already achieved its purpose. The emotional consequences can be devastating. A victim who has lost savings may experience shame, anger and helplessness. In some cases, families are pushed into debt. Small traders, pensioners and salaried employees may see years of savings disappear overnight. The damage is not measured only in rupees. It can destroy confidence in digital banking, strain family relationships and leave victims reluctant to seek help. This is why society must stop treating victims of online fraud as foolish. Such crimes are carefully designed. Fraudsters use psychological manipulation, fake documents, professional language and technology to create an illusion of legitimacy. Blaming victims only drives the crime underground. A person who has been cheated should be encouraged to report the incident immediately, because quick reporting can sometimes help freeze the transferred funds. Banks, telecom operators and digital platforms also carry an important responsibility. Security warnings buried in lengthy terms and conditions are not enough. Alerts must be clear, timely and available in languages people understand. Banks should develop systems capable of detecting unusual transactions, rapid transfers and suspicious account activity. When a customer suddenly attempts to transfer a large sum to a new beneficiary, additional verification should be considered, particularly where the transaction pattern is unusual. Customer-care systems need urgent attention as well. Fraudsters frequently exploit fake helpline numbers that appear in online search results. Platforms should work more aggressively to remove deceptive listings and verify official contact information. Banks and service providers must make it easy for users to find genuine support without depending on uncertain search results. Law-enforcement agencies face a difficult task, but the response must become more coordinated and accessible. Online fraud often involves multiple phone numbers, bank accounts, digital wallets and jurisdictions. A local victim may be cheated by an operation working across several states or even from outside the country. This requires trained cybercrime units, stronger cooperation between police stations, banks and telecom companies, and rapid mechanisms for tracing and freezing suspicious transactions. The first few hours after a fraud are crucial. Victims should be able to report the matter through a simple and widely publicised channel. They should receive clear instructions about contacting their bank, blocking cards, changing passwords, preserving messages and reporting the transaction. Delays, confusing procedures and repeated visits to different offices can discourage people from pursuing their complaints. Jammu and Kashmir needs a sustained regional campaign against cyber fraud. Such a campaign should not be limited to occasional warnings on social media. Schools, colleges, panchayats, banks, post offices and community organisations can become centres of digital awareness. Local-language material should explain common scams through practical examples. People must be told not only what to avoid but also what to do when something goes wrong. Educational institutions can teach students how to identify phishing links, fake profiles and fraudulent offers. Banks can organise awareness sessions for customers, especially senior citizens and small business owners. Public-service messages can remind citizens that no legitimate institution will ask for confidential banking information over the phone. Religious and community leaders can also help spread the message in areas where formal digital education has limited reach. The government, meanwhile, must treat cybercrime as a public-safety priority. Investment in cyber-policing, forensic capacity and trained personnel cannot be postponed. Reporting systems must be strengthened, cases must be followed up and victims must be kept informed. Public confidence will grow only when people see that complaints result in action. At the same time, individuals must accept their own responsibility. We should never share an OTP, PIN, password or card details with anyone over the phone. Unknown links should not be opened. Remote-access applications should not be installed at the insistence of strangers. Passwords must be strong and different across important accounts. Two-factor authentication should be enabled wherever possible. Suspicious calls should be disconnected, verified through official channels and reported. The most important habit is simple: pause before paying. Fraudsters depend on speed. They want the victim to act while frightened, excited or confused. A moment of hesitation can prevent a major loss. No genuine emergency requires a person to surrender financial control without verification. Digital technology is not the enemy. It has transformed access to banking, education, commerce and public services. But convenience without awareness creates vulnerability. The answer is not to retreat from the digital world but to enter it with greater caution, stronger safeguards and more accountable institutions. Online fraud is a modern crime, but its consequences are deeply human. It steals savings, dignity and peace of mind. The fight against it cannot be left to individual users alone. Families, banks, technology companies, police agencies and governments must share the responsibility. A safer digital society will emerge only when awareness becomes widespread, reporting becomes effortless and criminals understand that the law is capable of following them into the virtual world. (The author is a research scholar and columnist)
Abhishek Sharma Shines as India Completes T20 Sweep Against Afghanistan
India secures a 127-run victory over Afghanistan in the T20 series finale, with Abhishek Sharma scoring a record-breaking century. Abhishek Sharma Shines as India Completes T20 Sweep Against Afghanistan
Abhishek hits record T20 ton as India sweep series 3-0
Abhishek stood out with his third T20 century as he surpassed Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza's ton off 33 balls against Gambia in 2024 and Finn Allen's effort from the same number of deliveries in New Zealand's T20 World Cup semi-final win over South Africa earlier this year in India.
UN-backed experts cite possible US war crimes in Iran strikes
Geneva, Sep 17: Human rights experts commissioned by the UN's top human rights body say they have found reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran, including on a school in the southern city of Minab. They also accuse Iran's theocratic government of carrying out crimes against humanity against its own people in a report published Thursday. The report, while not binding, adds to international evidence gathered about crimes in the war in Iran, and could eventually be used in efforts to reach justice in international courts. The fact-finding mission on Iran, chaired by jurist Sara Hossain of Bangladesh, is made up of independent experts and was created in 2022 by the Human Rights Council, the UN's top human rights body, which is based in Geneva. The experts were expected to present their findings on Monday to the council, which is made up of 47 UN member countries. The team says the US launched indiscriminate' attacks The international fact-finding mission says its findings on US war crimes center on a pair of US airstrikes that killed at least 178 civilians, including women and children. At the start of the US-Israeli war against Iran in February, at least one U.S. missile hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab, according to an Associated Press investigation. There has been no final accounting of what happened. Iranian state media have said 168 people were killed in the strike, most of them children. Following the United States and Israeli attacks on 28 February, the mission found reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed the war crime of launching indiscriminate attacks resulting in the loss of life or injury to civilians or damage to civilian objects, a U.N. statement about the team's findings said. The US State Department did not immediately respond to a request from The Associated Press seeking comment. In their report, the experts concluded that the building of the school was the intended point of impact and the resulting damage wasn't the result of an errant strike or collateral damage from an attack on a compound of Iran's Revolutionary Guard next to the school. The Trump administration has yet to directly accept responsibility or release the findings of a Pentagon investigation into the school bombing. The UN-backed team based its allegations on two strikes one involving Tomahawk missiles that hit the clearly identifiable school, and another in which Precision Strike Missiles dispersed tungsten pellets over a clearly identifiable sports complex and residential area in the southern city of Lamerd, also on Feb. 28. The UN-backed team said 22 civilian men and women were killed. US Central Command has denied responsibility for the strike on Lamerd. Experts cite crimes against humanity' by Iran's government The team found that killings by state security forces in Iran have occurred on a staggering scale, and civilians faced gross human rights violations and crimes against humanity committed by their own government. Iranian security forces carried out violent repression over the last two years by firing assault rifles into crowds, beating protesters and arresting healthcare workers, among other things, the team said. Detainees faced torture, and were deprived of legal counsel, leaving their families in the dark about their whereabouts, the experts said. The Tehran government intensified the use of the death penalty, and said more than 70 people including five women and three boys remain at imminent risk of execution, they added. The report concluded that many of these gross violations amount to crimes against humanity including murder, imprisonment, torture, and other inhumane acts committed as part of a widespread and systematic attack on civilians, the statement said. Both US and Iran should provide reparations, they say The experts said the United States and Iran should halt all rights violations and crimes, and provide full reparations to victims. The report, built on a victims-centred approach, was based on interviews with 73 people both inside and outside Iran, along with documentation, satellite imagery, photographic and video material and information from credible organizations and experts, the experts wrote. The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team's efforts to get information. Nearly three dozen requests from the experts for information from Iran's government went unanswered, they said, as have requests in June to the US government for information and meetings with officials.
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3rd T20I: Pitch Wasnt Easy, But Abhisheks Knock Was Flawless, Says Shreyas Iyer
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India captain Shreyas Iyer lauded young opener Abhishek Sharmas sensational 108, helping the side get a 127-run win over Afghanistan and complete a 3-0 series sweep, calling it a flawless effort on a challenging pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Abhisheks masterclass knock was worth 34 deliveries, laced with nine fours and 11 sixes, and got a standing ovation from a standout crowd at the stadium after being caught behind by Rahmanullah Gurbaz off Rashid Khan in the tenth over. Abhisheks explosive knock eclipsed former India captain Rohit Sharmas 35-ball effort against Sri Lanka, coming at Holkar Stadium, Indore, in 2017 and grabbed the record for the fastest T20I hundred by an Indian mens batter, as well as the quickest ever hundred by a batter from a Test-playing country in the shortest format. Overall, it stands as the third-fastest century in mens T20I history, trailing only Estonias Sahil Chauhan (27 balls) and Turkeys Muhammad Fahad (29 balls), as India got their second straight 3-0 series win in the shortest format under Iyers leadership. I mean, I wouldn't say bullying, but you would definitely be respectful of the fact that you have come to India and then they were hosting the series. So commendable performance by them as well. It wasn't an easy wicket, but the way Abhishek played today was flawless, and it was just pleasing to the eye, Iyer said at the post-match presentation ceremony. He further revealed that he had already anticipated batting first after a brief conversation with his counterpart, Ibrahim Zadran, prior to the toss. Honestly speaking, I knew that I was going to bat today because we had a brief conversation with Ibrahim. He wanted to bowl in the first two games as well. So I had this vision, envisioned that we were going to bat. But yeah, phenomenal start we got, and then obviously just to cream those runs in between to get 220 on the board was commendable, added Iyer. He further revealed that he had already anticipated batting first after a brief conversation with his counterpart, Ibrahim Zadran, prior to the toss. Honestly speaking, I knew that I was going to bat today because we had a brief conversation with Ibrahim. He wanted to bowl in the first two games as well. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So he's been doing it over the years, and I personally feel that he's someone who has got his head on his shoulders and thinks a lot about his game, and he's been performing consistently throughout. So kudos to him. Article Source: IANS
Abhishek Sharma Shines with Record-Breaking Century Against Afghanistan
Abhishek Sharma scores a stunning century in T20 match, leading India to a series victory against Afghanistan. Abhishek Sharma Shines with Record-Breaking Century Against Afghanistan
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One or two bad series won't define us: Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma smashed a record-breaking 30-ball century, the fastest by a full member in T20Is, leading India to a massive 127-run victory over Afghanistan. Sharma's explosive innings and his comments on India's batting philosophy highlight the team's focus on dominance ahead of the T20 World Cup, despite recent setbacks. Captains Shreyas Iyer and Ibrahim Zadran also shared their perspectives on the match and team development.
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3rd T20I: It All Depends On The Process I've Been Doing Before Every Series, Says Abhishek
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Dynamic opener Abhishek Sharma, who lit up the third T20I against Afghanistan by hitting a breath-taking 108 off just 34 balls at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, believes his explosive form at the top of the order is a direct result of meticulous, bowler-specific preparation, while adding that one or two bad series will not alter the team's aggressive batting template. Abhishek, who now holds the record for the fastest mens T20I fifty by an Indian batter and the quickest ton by a batter from a Full Member nation, was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series in Indias 3-0 T20I series win over Afghanistan, coming via a thumping 127-run triumph. I feel it all depends on the process I've been doing before every series. It's just, it's very particular for me against whom I'm gonna play and who are gonna be the bowlers. So for personally me as a batter, it's always been about the process: how I'm gonna utilise the power play, who is gonna bowl me the power play, and then the seventh, eighth over. It's very specific for me, Abhishek said in the post-match presentation ceremony. Dismissing concerns over occasional failures, Abhishek stated that the squad remains united in its long-term goal of dominating opponents across all conditions. I mean, I've told in the first interview as well, because we have been doing this for the last two years, and I told this before as well, one or two bad series won't define us as a batting department, because we wanted to dominate throughout the whole year before the World Cup, and no matter who, against whom we are playing. But I feel as a batter, as a cricketer, sometimes it's gonna go up and down. But it's the team dressing room momentum and the way we all think about it. I feel that's very important, because that's the time we have to be in one unit and just focus on the next game and just keep on dominating, he added. Crediting the Indian team management for providing clarity and freedom, Abhishek further spoke about the importance of clear communication from the team leadership in consistently executing a high-risk playing style. I feel once you want to play in this certain way, it's very important that the captain and the coach has to be on your side, because, I mean, you have to get that surety from the management and from the coaches and from the captain as well. So I feel it's because of them as well we've been doing this from, like, quite a few years now, and hopefully we're gonna continue this as well, he noted. On his ability to score all around the park, something which has been on display in the series, Abhishek reiterated his seeing and hitting strategy. I feel it's, for me, I feel I don't want to restrict any area. It's just watch the ball and play according to it. For me it's very simple, from day one. I just want to go and express myself, and I don't want to force the ball. It's just I just want to see and hit it, and it's gonna be very simple for me for the upcoming every matches as well. On his ability to score all around the park, something which has been on display in the series, Abhishek reiterated his seeing and hitting strategy. I feel it's, for me, I feel I don't want to restrict any area. It's just watch the ball and play according to it. For me it's very simple, from day one. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Abhishek also shared a light moment during the presentation, acknowledging a fan in the stands: Happy birthday to whoever is there (in the crowd). Article Source: IANS
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium, packed with 26,230 fans, by hitting the fastest T20I century by a player from a Test-playing nation and the quickest ton by an India men's batter, off just 30 balls, as India thrashed Afghanistan by 127 runs to seal a 3-0 series win on Thursday. If Sunday hinted at Abhishek finding form again by hitting a swashbuckling fifty, Thursday left no doubt. The left-handed opener knocked over a stack of records on the way to his hundred, bettering the 35-ball effort of Rohit Sharma against Sri Lanka in 2017 for the fastest by an Indian, and going third on the overall list behind only Estonia's Sahil Chauhan (27 balls) and Turkey's Muhammad Fahad (29). Though Afghanistan mounted a late fightback in the back end of the innings and kept India to 221/7, including taking four wickets in the final four overs, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravi Bishnoi then took 3-25 and 3-26 respectively to bowl Afghanistan out for 94 in 14.1 overs. With Afghanistan losing four wickets in the power play, India were on course to clinch a clinical 3-0 series win after defeating Zimbabwe by the same margin in July. On a pitch with no demons, Abhishek showcased supreme power and timing to hit a brilliant 108 off 34 balls, laced with nine fours and eleven sixes at a strike-rate of 317.65, with 102 of those runs coming from boundaries alone. His carnage meant India were 100/0 at the end of the power play, and despite a late stumble, the designated visitors managed to cross the 220-mark. He found an able partner in Sanju Samson, who made a 35-ball 50, his second fifty in a row in this series, as the duo shared a 142-run opening stand. For Afghanistan, Azmatullah Omarzai picked up 2-27, while Rashid Khan, who was electrifying in effecting a run-out and taking two astounding catches, and Abdullah Ahmadzai took a scalp each. Electing to bowl first, Afghanistan had a slip in for Abhishek when he came on strike in the first over. But once he drove Fazalhaq Farooqi through cover for four, the slip was moved out. After that, whatever Afghanistan tried, it didn't work, as Abhishek's brilliance just threw them out of gear. Omarzai bowled short at the stumps in the second over, and Abhishek pulled it 86 metres behind square for six. With his attacking instincts unlocked, Abhishek hit Omarzai over his head for four with mid-off and mid-on up, then danced down the track to loft over cover for six, as 17 runs came off it. Farooqi's next over went for 23 runs, as Abhishek hammered him for two sixes and as many fours. Mohammad Nabi's only over cost 29 runs. Samson first hit him for consecutive sixes, before being dropped on 22 by captain Ibrahim Zadran at mid-off. But Abhishek reached his fifty off just 16 balls with a six down the track - the sixth time he has reached a fifty inside 20 deliveries - before hitting a four through the gap between cover and point, and finished the fifth over with a six over the straight boundary. Abhishek treated Rashid Khan with disdain hitting him for four over extra cover, and followed by an inside-out boundary and six over wide mid-off to bring up India's century in the power play. After that, it was all going Abhishek's way as Ahmadzai and Mujeeb were clobbered for boundaries. The next 14 balls he faced brought him 51 runs, and his third T20I hundred came in the ninth over when Abhishek drove Ahmadzai for a single. He did not seem to realise straight away that he had broken a slew of records, and he took off his helmet and bandana and sat down in a meditation pose to celebrate the feat, with his father, Rajkumar Sharma, clapping and smiling with sheer joy at the hospitality stand. But Rashid got him out in the tenth over with a googly bowled from behind the stumps, edged through to Rahmanullah Gurbaz, as the entire ground stood up to give Abhishek a standing ovation. Rashid then caused the run-out of Tilak Varma with a direct hit, and caught Samson at long-off, leaping with his hands above his head, off Omarzai. Two overs later, he ran to his left at long-on and took a diving catch over his head to dismiss Shivam Dube. Ishan Kishan was run out by Gurbaz, who threw his right glove away before hitting the stumps. Ahmadzai, playing his first game of the series, kept going at the yorker and had Reddy caught at deep midwicket. By the time skipper Shreyas Iyer was run out for 29, India had managed to cross the 220-run mark, despite scoring just 79 runs in the last 60 balls. But the night was already brightened by Abhishek's unforgettable, breathtaking blitzkrieg. In the pursuit of 222, Gurbaz, who had not scored a run in the series so far, got off the mark by backing away and steering a short-of-length ball from Reddy behind point for four, and hit the next ball between cover and point for another boundary. Ibrahim Zadran, on strike for the fifth ball, picked up a short one over square leg for six, as 15 runs came off the opening over. After Gurbaz and Zadran hit three more boundaries collectively, Afghanistan's slide began. Axar Patel struck with his first ball as Gurbaz backed away to sweep but missed the delivery, leaving stumps in a mess. Three balls later, Sediqullah Atal top-edged a slog sweep, and Abhishek ran in from deep midwicket to take it. Bumrah then yorked Darwish Rasooli with a 140 kmph delivery while Yash Thakur had Zadran caught at deep square leg. With Afghanistan four down in the power play, the game's result became a foregone conclusion, and the pattern repeated yet again. Debutant Noor ul Rahman, dropped by Varma at long-off, made 11 off 15 balls before Bishnoi had him miscuing in the deep. Reddy then returned to get his second three-wicket haul on the trot - Nabi swung across the line at a length ball that stayed low, skidded under the inside edge and knocked the stumps over. Three balls later, Sediqullah Atal top-edged a slog sweep, and Abhishek ran in from deep midwicket to take it. Bumrah then yorked Darwish Rasooli with a 140 kmph delivery while Yash Thakur had Zadran caught at deep square leg. With Afghanistan four down in the power play, the game's result became a foregone conclusion, and the pattern repeated yet again. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: India 221/7 in 20 overs (Abhishek Sharma 108, Sanju Samson 50; Azmatullah Omarzai 2-27, Abdullah Ahmadzai 1-38) beat Afghanistan 94 all out in 14.1 overs (Ibrahim Zadran 25, Azmatullah Omarzai 17; Nitish Kumar Reddy 3-25, Ravi Bishnoi 3-26) by 127 runs Article Source: IANS
UN's balancing fact: Both Iran & US committed war crimes
The UN experts said they found reasonable grounds to believe US forces were responsible for an attack on the Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, where more than 150 people were killed, including around 120 school children, according to Iranian officials.
Abhishek's record century delivers India's clean sweep of Afghanistan
He hit a 30-ball century in India's 221 before Afghanistan collapsed to 94 all out
Abhishek Sharma's record 30-ball century powers India to 3-0 T20I series sweep
Abhishek Sharma's returns in international cricket haven't been the best since the T20I World Cup in March. The runs have come at a premium for him. He wasn't going to let this opportunity re-establish himself as India's undisputed first-choice opener in T20Is even as the buzz around 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi only keeps growing. He finished the series with 209 runs off 85 balls.
Friendship Cup, ruthless India: Abhishek blitz powers 3-0 sweep of Afghanistan
Friendship Cup, ruthless India: Abhishek blitz powers 3-0 sweep of Afghanistan
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Abhishek Sharma's fiery ton takes Team India to 142 runs in 10 overs
Abhishek departed after smashing 108 runs in just 34 deliveries. His knock was laced with nine boundaries and 11 maximums. Tilak Varma and Sanju are unbeaten at the crease
Abhishek Sharma smashes 30-ball ton, India put on big total
Abhishek Sharma achieved the fastest T20 International hundred by an Indian, reaching the milestone in just 30 balls against Afghanistan, propelling his team to a formidable total of 221 for seven.
Abhishek Sharmas Historic Century Powers India to 221 Runs Against Afghanistan in Third T20
Abhishek Sharma shines with a rapid century as India posts 221 runs, defeating Afghanistan in the third T20 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Abhishek Sharmas Historic Century Powers India to 221 Runs Against Afghanistan in Third T20
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium by hitting the fastest T20I century by a player from a Test-playing nation and the quickest ton by an Indian mens batter, off just 30 balls, as he propelled India to a massive 221.7 against Afghanistan in the third and final T20I on Thursday. On a pitch with no demons, Abhishek showcased supreme power and timing to hit a brilliant 108 off 34 balls, laced with nine fours and eleven sixes at a strike-rate of 317.65. His carnage meant India were 100/0 at the end of the power play, and despite a late stumble as Afghanistan mounted a spirited fightback to pick up four wickets in the last five overs, the designated visitors managed to cross the 220-mark. He found an able partner in Sanju Samson, who made a 35-ball 50, his second fifty in a row in this series, as the duo shared a 142-run opening stand. For Afghanistan, Azmatullah Omarzai picked up 2-27, while Rashid Khan, who was electrifying in effecting a run-out and taking two astounding catches, and Abdullah Omarzai took a scalp each. Electing to bowl first, Afghanistan had a slip in for Abhishek when he came on strike in the first over. But once he drove Fazalhaq Farooqi through cover for four, the slip was moved out. After that, whatever Afghanistan tried, it didnt work, as Abhisheks brilliance just threw them off their game. Omarzai bowled short at the stumps in the second over, and Abhishek pulled it 86 metres behind square. Abhishek then hit Omarzai over his head for four with mid-off and mid-on up, and then danced down the pitch to loft over cover for six, as 17 runs came off it. Farooqi's next over went for 23 runs, as Abhishek hammered him for two sixes and as many fours. Mohammad Nabi's only over cost 29 runs. Samson first hit him for consecutive sixes, before being dropped on 22 by captain Ibrahim Zadran at mid-off. But Abhishek reached his fifty off just 16 balls with a six down the ground, before hitting a four through the gap between cover and point, and finished the fifth over with a six over the straight boundary. Abhishek treated Rashid Khan with disdain hitting him for four over extra cover, and followed by an inside-out boundary and six over wide mid-off to bring up Indias century in the power play. After that, it was all going in Abhisheks way as Ahmadzai and Mujeeb were clobbered for boundaries. The hundred came in the ninth over when Abhishek drove Ahmadzai for a single. He did not seem to realise straight away that he had broken a slew of records, and he took off his helmet and bandana and sat down in a meditation pose to celebrate the feat, with his father, Rajkumar Sharma, clapping and smiling with sheer joy. But Rashid got him in the tenth over with a googly bowled from behind the stumps, as the entire ground stood up to give Abhishek a standing ovation. Rashid then caused the run-out of Tilak Varma with a direct hit, and caught Samson at long-off, leaping with his hands above his head, off Omarzai. Two overs later, he ran to his left at long-on and took a diving catch over his head to dismiss Shivam Dube. Ishan Kishan was run out by Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who threw his right glove away before hitting the stumps. After that, it was all going in Abhisheks way as Ahmadzai and Mujeeb were clobbered for boundaries. The hundred came in the ninth over when Abhishek drove Ahmadzai for a single. He did not seem to realise straight away that he had broken a slew of records, and he took off his helmet and bandana and sat down in a meditation pose to celebrate the feat, with his father, Rajkumar Sharma, clapping and smiling with sheer joy. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief Scores: India 221/7 in 20 overs (Abhishek Sharma 108, Sanju Samson 50; Azmatullah Omarzai 2-27, Abdullah Ahmadzai 1-38) against Afghanistan Article Source: IANS
Abhishek Sharma Breaks Rohit Sharma's Record With 30-Ball T20I Century
Abhishek Sharma smashed a 30-ball T20I century against Afghanistan to break Rohit Sharmas record for the fastest T20I hundred by an Indian batter.
Abhishek 30-ball Blitz and Samson
India posted a formidable 221 for 7 in 20 overs against Afghanistan in the third and final T20I at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday, powered by a record-breaking century from opener Abhishek Sharma. Afghanistan won the toss and elected to field first. What followed was a stunning display of power-hitting. Abhishek Sharma [] The post Abhishek 30-ball Blitz and Samsons 50 power India to 221/7 in 3rd T20I vs Afghanistan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
List Of Records Broken And Milestones Achieved By Abhishek Sharma During Blistering 108 Runs
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India's star batter Abhishek Sharma ripped up the record books with a jaw-dropping knock in the third and final T20I of the series against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Thursday. Abhishek put on a magical show with the bat, enthralled the Delhi fans with his fierce might, and put the Afghan bowlers to the sword. The southpaw smashed a 30-ball hundred and broke the long-standing record for the fastest T20I century by an Indian, a record previously held by former captain Rohit Sharma, who had smoked a 35-ball hundred for the Men in Blue during a T20I against Sri Lanka in Indore in 2017. The recently turned 26-year-old now also holds the record for the fastest century by any batter from a full-member nation, as well as the fastest century by anyone against a full-member nation. Zimbabwean veteran Sikandar Raza and New Zealand's Finn Allen jointly held the record for the fastest T20I ton by a full-member nation player, having both hit a ton off 33 balls. Meanwhile, the record for the fastest ton against a full-member side was held by Allen, who hit a 33-ball hundred against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final. Meanwhile, Abhishek broke several other records before being dismissed on 108 off 34 deliveries. He now holds the record for the most runs by an individual in the first six overs of a Men's T20I. Abhishek slammed 76 off 22 balls in the powerplay, breaking the previous record held by Portugal's Kuldeep Gholiya, who scored 74 off 25 deliveries against Malta in 2023. Meanwhile, he extended his record for the most T20I fifties off 20 balls or fewer, making it his sixth such occasion. This time, he brought up his fifty off 16 balls. Abhishek slammed 76 off 22 balls in the powerplay, breaking the previous record held by Portugal's Kuldeep Gholiya, who scored 74 off 25 deliveries against Malta in 2023. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories The 26-year-old slammed 11 sixes in the innings, taking his series sixes tally to 22. He has equalled his own record for most sixes in a T20I series for India, matching the 22 he smashed against England in 2025. Article Source: IANS
List of records broken and milestones achieved by Abhishek Sharma during blistering 108
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India's star batter Abhishek Sharma ripped up the record books with a jaw-dropping knock in the third and final T20I of the series against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Thursday. Abhishek put on a magical show with the bat, enthralled the Delhi fans with his fierce might, and put the Afghan bowlers to the sword. The southpaw smashed a 30-ball hundred and broke the long-standing record for the fastest T20I century by an Indian, a record previously held by former captain Rohit Sharma, who had smoked a 35-ball hundred for the Men in Blue during a T20I against Sri Lanka in Indore in 2017. The recently turned 26-year-old now also holds the record for the fastest century by any batter from a full-member nation, as well as the fastest century by anyone against a full-member nation. Zimbabwean veteran Sikandar Raza and New Zealand's Finn Allen jointly held the record for the fastest T20I ton by a full-member nation player, having both hit a ton off 33 balls. Meanwhile, the record for the fastest ton against a full-member side was held by Allen, who hit a 33-ball hundred against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final. Meanwhile, Abhishek broke several other records before being dismissed on 108 off 34 deliveries. He now holds the record for the most runs by an individual in the first six overs of a Men's T20I. Abhishek slammed 76 off 22 balls in the powerplay, breaking the previous record held by Portugal's Kuldeep Gholiya, who scored 74 off 25 deliveries against Malta in 2023. Meanwhile, he extended his record for the most T20I fifties off 20 balls or fewer, making it his sixth such occasion. This time, he brought up his fifty off 16 balls. Abhishek has now slammed 10 centuries in T20 cricket, the joint most by an Indian in the shortest format. He has now levelled India legend Virat Kohli in this feat and needs one more hundred to become India's most prolific century-maker. The 26-year-old slammed 11 sixes in the innings, taking his series sixes tally to 22. He has equalled his own record for most sixes in a T20I series for India, matching the 22 he smashed against England in 2025.
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Abhishek Sharma overtakes Sikander Raza, Rohit Sharma for fastest T20I ton by batter from Test-playing nation
India's Abhishek hits fastest T20I ton for Test-playing nation
India opener Abhishek Sharma hit 100 off 30 balls against Afghanistan to be the fastest Test-playing batter to a century in T20 internationals on Thursday.
Abhishek Sharma smashes fastest T20I hundred by a Full Member batter
The India opener rushed to his century in just 30 balls, bettering Rohit Sharma's longstanding India record by five balls
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Watch: Abhishek Sharma celebrates like Erling Haaland after record-breaking century
Watch: Abhishek Sharma celebrates like Erling Haaland after record-breaking century
Abhishek Sharma Shatters Records with Fastest T20 Century in India vs Afghanistan Clash
Abhishek Sharma scores the fastest T20 century in history during the match against Afghanistan, setting multiple records. Abhishek Sharma Shatters Records with Fastest T20 Century in India vs Afghanistan Clash
3rd T20I: Abhishek Sharma Smashes Fastest Century By An Indian In T20Is Against Afghanistan
Arun Jaitley Stadium: In a display of pure carnage, dynamic left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium by smashing a record-breaking 30-ball century against Afghanistan in the ongoing third T20I on Thursday. Abhisheks masterclass ended on 108 off just 34 deliveries, laced with nine fours and 11 sixes, and got a standing ovation from a standout crowd at the stadium after being caught behind by Rahmanullah Gurbaz off Rashid Khan in the tenth over. By then, Abhishek had ensured early Diwali celebrations had arrived for everyone at Kotla. Abhisheks explosive knock eclipsed former captain Rohit Sharmas 35-ball effort against Sri Lanka, coming at Holkar Stadium, Indore, in 2017 and grabbed the record for the fastest T20I hundred by an Indian mens batter, as well as the fastest ever hundred by a batter from a Test-playing country in the shortest format. Overall, it stands as the third-fastest century in mens T20I history, trailing only Estonias Sahil Chauhan (27 balls) and Turkeys Muhammad Fahad (29 balls). Starting cautiously with a boundary off pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi in the opening over, Abhishek shifted gears dramatically by targeting Azmatullah Omarzai for two sixes and a four in the second over. The upgrade in Abhisheks assault came when he clobbered Mohammad Nabi for two sixes and a four to bring up his half-century in a lightning-fast 16 balls. He went on to record 76 runs off 22 balls in the powerplay - the highest individual score ever recorded in overs 1-6 in Mens T20Is. Abhishek continued to attack Mujeeb and then Rashid Khan, scoring a scintillating century off just 30 balls, which he celebrated by sitting in a meditation pose, indicating the zen mode he was in while batting. The upgrade in Abhisheks assault came when he clobbered Mohammad Nabi for two sixes and a four to bring up his half-century in a lightning-fast 16 balls. He went on to record 76 runs off 22 balls in the powerplay - the highest individual score ever recorded in overs 1-6 in Mens T20Is. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories During his stormy knock, Abhishek also set a new world record for the most T20I sixes struck in the powerplay in a single calendar year. As per CricViz, Abhishek raised his 2026 tally to 37 maximums (with seven sixes coming in the power-play in the ongoing game) and shattered his own previous best of 34 maximums hit in the six-over phase in 2025. Article Source: IANS
UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes
The US has not acknowledged carrying out February's deadly strikes on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd.
Abhishek Sharma hits fastest T20I ton by a Full Member batter in 30 balls
Abhishek Sharma's 30-ball century against Afghanistan in Delhi broke Rohit Sharma's India record and surpassed the 33-ball hundreds by Sikandar Raza and Finn Allen
Abhishek Sharma hits 30-ball century, breaks Rohit Sharma's Indian record in T20Is
Abhishek Sharma hits 30-ball century, breaks Rohit Sharma's Indian record in T20Is
Chandrasekaran Reappointed Tata Sons Chairman As Trusts Challenge Board Decision
The battle over who will lead Tata Sons has taken a fresh turn after the company's board voted to give N Chandrasekaran another five-year term as executive chairman, only for Tata Trusts to reject the decision and call the resolution legally invalid, according to reports.
The Supreme Court on Thursday told the Tamil Nadu government that it needs to change its mindset over the teaching of Hindi in the State, while hearing its challenge to the establishment of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) in every district. A Bench of Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice A.G. Masih made the observations in The [] The post Navodaya Schools Row: Supreme Court urges Tamil Nadu to adopt a broader approach on Hindi in school education appeared first on India Legal .
US strikes in Iran may be war crimes, Tehran crackdown crimes against humanity: UN
US strikes in Iran may be war crimes, Tehran crackdown crimes against humanity: UN
SEMICON India 2026: Modi Announces Next Phase Of India
India's semiconductor push has moved into a new phase, with domestically manufactured chips now reaching customers as Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 17, invited global companies to expand their manufacturing and technology operations in the country.
UN-backed experts cite possible U.S. war crimes in Iran strikes
The international fact-finding mission on Iran says the findings centre on a pair of airstrikes that killed at least 178 civilians, including women and children
Research scholar alleges harassment by TN social justice dept
The Delhi High Court has initiated contempt of court proceedings against a Tihar Jail superintendent for failing to release an undertrial prisoner on parole despite specific directions issued by the Court in Anwar Hussain v. State NCT of Delhi. The Bench of Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav initiated the proceedings after taking note of the jail [] The post Delhi High Court initiates contempt proceedings against Tihar Jail superintendent for defying parole order appeared first on India Legal .
US committed war crimes in 2 deadly strikes on Iranian school, sports centre: UN
An investigation by a UN mission revealed that US military operations on a school and sports facility in February were war crimes, resulting in the deaths of more than 150 individuals, including innocent schoolchildren. Additionally, Iranian authorities faced accusations of committing crimes against humanity during their protests, involving unlawful killings and torture of civilians, with findings set to be presented to the UN Human Rights Council.
US strikes in Iran may amount to war crimes, UN experts say
Geneva: Human rights experts commissioned by the UNs top human rights body say they have found reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran, including on a school in the southern city of Minab. The international fact-finding mission on Iran says the findings centre on a pair of 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 .
Kareena Kapoor says Daayra explores the grey between law and justice
Kareena Kapoor Khan opens up about playing police officer Ajooni in Meghna Gulzars Daayra, a film that explores the conflict between the letter of the law and the delivery of justice. Starring Kareena and Prithviraj Sukumaran as cops on opposing sides
Satya Niketan PG collapse: Delhi High Court states Kiran Bedi
The Central Government on Thursday opposed before the Delhi High Court an application filed by former IPS officer Kiran Bedi seeking to be impleaded in proceedings concerning the recent collapse of a paying guest (PG) accommodation at Satya Niketan. A Division Bench headed by Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya, however, observed at the outset that Bedi [] The post Satya Niketan PG collapse: Delhi High Court states Kiran Bedis administrative experience may help Court examine safety measures appeared first on India Legal .
