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The 25-year-old has been Sri Lanka's top batter in the two-match series, scoring 50 or more runs in each of his four innings.

One of the biggest takeaways from the squads is the inclusion of former India cricketer Virender Sehwag's son, Aaryavir Sehwag, in the One-Day squad.

AB de Villiers elaborated on his recent remarks regarding the batting styles of Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. He stated that his comments centered on their ability to adjust their play, especially in foreign conditions. De Villiers appreciated Tendulkar for laying the groundwork for subcontinental cricket, while he praised Kohli for pushing those boundaries further, despite acknowledging Kohlis overseas stats don't quite rival Tendulkars.

Ravindra Jadeja's recurring issue with no-balls has reached alarming levels, tallying 88 infringements since 2021, the most among spinners. This trend intensified following the introduction of television adjudication, during which he was only responsible for 18 no-balls. As the current series unfolds, India's spinners seem to be grappling with discipline and precision, highlighting a need for improvement.

India's prospects in the second Test against Sri Lanka loom uncertain as rain delays threaten their World Test Championship ambitions. A draw would see India slipping to fifth place, jeopardizing their path to the finals. With limited matches left, the team must secure victories to enhance their standing and continue competing at the highest level in the championships.

The U.S. says it has disrupted a China-linked hacking operation accused of targeting sensitive American networks, including the Justice Department, NASA, Federal Reserve and U.S. Senate. The Justice Department seized domains linked to the alleged QScan and QTRouter platforms and said they were operated by a China-based company whose clients reportedly included Chinese intelligence and military agencies.

Terrorists often switch off such communication devices after contacting their handlers across the border, said a source, adding that Iridium sets can be used on smartphones through the Iridium GO! mobile application, which creates a local Wi-Fi network that an iOS or Android phone can connect to. The operation continued until late Tuesday, but no satellite set or other suspicious material was found.

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Zane Maloney grew up watching Oliver Rowland win races. Now, the young Barbadian will race alongside the Formula E World Champion as his Nissan teammate. The 22-year-old will join the Japanese team for the 2026/27 Formula E season and sees it as a big step in his career. Maloney says he is also excited about the chance to learn from Rowland.

At least 105 Indian Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims are among 384 travellers reported missing after devastating flash floods swept through Nepals Tibet-bordering regions. The missing include at least 77 pilgrims associated with Sadhgurus Isha Foundation, who were reportedly at an immigration office while returning from Kailash Mansarovar. The death toll has reached 95, while Nepal Army helicopters and disaster-response teams have been deployed for rescue operations. Floodwaters have also damaged maj

Rain could play a crucial role on Day 5 as India push for a series-clinching win against Sri Lanka in Colombo. Heres what the latest weather forecast says and why India will have one eye on the clouds.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani was put on the spot over the Trump administrations controversial $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications during a press conference.Asked whether the Trump administrations changes to H-1B visas had affected New York City government, Mamdani admitted: Not off the top of my head, before saying his administration would get back to reporters on the question.

India spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule addresses the media on the no-ball issue, Indias fightback and Sri Lankas resistance in the ongoing Test. He also discusses the teams bowling plans and areas of improvement.

World champion D Gukesh shared a funny exchange with an online troll who initially told him to retire. After Gukesh jokingly replied, Sorry Im retired bro when asked for a chess match, the user revealed it was a dare from friends. Gukesh posted the exchange with Haters are fun bro amid scrutiny over his recent form.

South Korea has launched its first commercial trial voyage through Russias Arctic Northern Sea Route, sending the PanStar Acro from Busan toward Europe. The move could slash shipping times and bypass key chokepoints, but it also puts Seoul in a delicate position as the route remains under Russian control. The voyage comes amid growing Chinese activity in Arctic shipping and could signal a new contest for dominance over one of the worlds emerging trade routes.

Britain has taken a major step in expanding Ukraines long-range strike capability by allowing classified information on British-made components of the Storm Shadow/Scalp missile to be released to Kyiv. The move could eventually help Ukraine and France establish local production of the powerful cruise missile, reducing Kyivs reliance on imported weapons. Moscow has reacted furiously, accusing Britain of adding fuel to the fire and warning that it is already gathering information on potential miss

India just made a major shift in how its most closely guarded weapons get built. DRDO has opened its Strategic Systems programme the one behind the Agni missile series to private industry for the first time ever. Companies will be shortlisted on technical and financial criteria, with at least two firms selected per project as development-cum-production partners. This isn't private companies building nuclear bombs; DRDO retains full control over design and specifications. But it does mean India

The ultimate weapon of modern air warfare may not be designed to hunt stealth fighters, but to dismantle the vulnerable logistical backbone that keeps them in the sky. Large, slow-moving support platformssuch as aerial refuelling tankers, AWACS radar planes, and flying command posts like the E-4B Nightwatchhave historically relied on operating far behind contested airspace to remain safe. However, reports of China integrating air-to-air weaponry into long-range hypersonic glide vehicles threaten

India did not target Kirana Hills. That may be exactly why Pakistan should worry. Former CDS General Anil Chauhan says Indian loitering munitions were sent around Sargodha to hunt Pakistani radars during Operation Sindoor. Kirana Hills, long associated with Pakistan's nuclear infrastructure, lies roughly 10 km away. Chauhan says one munition may have inadvertently landed there after failing to locate its target. The disclosure shifts the debate beyond BrahMos versus drones. India demonstrated an

The relatives of Rishikesh Kumar are gravely troubled by his worsening mental health leading up to his tragic death. Reports suggest he felt like a failure and harbored suicidal thoughts. His family believes that administrative interactions caused him significant distress and shame. They were on the verge of pursuing mental health support for him. An external investigation committee is now tasked with reviewing the events that transpired.

Haryana boxer Sumit Kundu overcame his fathers death, financial hardship and a career-threatening knee injury to rebuild his career. He quit boxing as a teenager to work as a security guard, but his village helped him return. After winning national and international medals, Kundu missed the Paris Olympics due to injury but made a remarkable comeback, securing his place for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

Russia says its air defences destroyed 426 Ukrainian drones during a massive overnight attack that coincided with CIA Director John Ratcliffes reported secret visit to Moscow. US media also claim Washington had asked Kyiv to avoid strikes on the capital during the missionraising questions over whether Ukraine sought to disrupt the talks or endangered Americas spy chief. Watch.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says only Tehran knows the precise locations of mines across the Strait of Hormuz, calling them part of Irans defensive and offensive capabilities. He challenged claims that the waterway had been cleared, asking why commercial vessels were still not passing through. Watch.