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15 Jun

Iran Football Team Arrives in US Ahead of World Cup Opener Following Diplomatic Breakthrough

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSports, Trending, World NewsFIFA World Cup 2026, Iran

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The Iranian national football team has landed in the United States to begin its FIFA World Cup campaign, marking a significant moment that comes shortly after reports of a diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran. The squad arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday and is preparing for its opening Group G fixture against New Zealand. Their arrival follows weeks of uncertainty over travel arrangements and participation amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Before departing for the United States, the players received an enthusiastic farewell from supporters gathered outside their team hotel in Tijuana, Mexico. Fans waved Iranian…

07 Jun

Dominant India Declare on 564/8 After Captain Shubman Gill’s Hundred Defies Afghanistan

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsAfghanistan, Century, Chandigarh, Cricket, India, Shubman Gill, Test

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian cricket team firmly seized control of the New Chandigarh Test against Afghanistan on Sunday, declaring their first innings at a massive 564 for 8 during the second session. The visitors navigated a brief opening spell before the interval, moving safely to 12 without loss with opening batsmen Abdul Malik and Sediqullah Atal holding the fort. Leading the charge for the hosts, captain Shubman Gill top-scored with a commanding 126, while opening batsman KL Rahul laid the foundation with a precise 100. The momentum was sustained by fluent half-centuries from Rishabh Pant and Sai Sudharsan,…

06 Jun

Shreyas Iyer Takes Over as India’s T20I Captain; Teen Sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Creates History

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsIndia T20 captain, Indian cricket team, Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Iyer, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, youngest India player

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Indian cricket witnessed a significant transition on Saturday as Shreyas Iyer was entrusted with the captaincy of the national T20I team, ushering in a new chapter in the shortest format.The 31-year-old batter, who has enjoyed considerable success as a leader in domestic and franchise cricket, will now guide India’s T20 side as the team begins preparations for a busy international calendar. The squad announcement also brought a historic breakthrough for Indian cricket. Rising batting star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, aged just 15, received his first senior national call-up, becoming the youngest player ever selected to represent India at…

01 Jun

Smoke, Breakdown and Heartbreak: Gujarat Titans’ Night Takes Another Turn After IPL Final Defeat

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Sports, TrendingGujarat Titans

Ahmedabad (Rajeev Sharma): Gujarat Titans' disappointing IPL 2026 final ended on a dramatic note off the field as the team's bus reportedly developed a technical fault while transporting players and support staff back to their hotel late Sunday night. According to information available, the incident occurred shortly after the Titans' defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Team members were travelling together when smoke was noticed inside the vehicle, leading to immediate concern among passengers. As a precautionary measure, players, coaches and support staff were quickly asked to disembark from the bus. The…

24 May

Punjab Keep Playoff Dreams Alive as Final IPL Qualification Race Goes Down to the Wire

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSports, TrendingIPL 2026, Punjab Kings

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma) The battle for the last available playoff berth in IPL 2026 has intensified after Punjab Kings registered a commanding victory over Lucknow Super Giants, setting up a thrilling final day of league-stage action. Led by a sensational unbeaten century from skipper Shreyas Iyer, Punjab comfortably chased down a challenging 197-run target in just 18 overs, significantly strengthening their position in the standings. The result lifted Punjab to 15 points from 14 matches and placed them fourth on the table for now. Lucknow, meanwhile, finished their campaign at the bottom of the 10-team standings with only eight points…

23 May

High Court Clears Vinesh Phogat for Asian Games Trials, Rebukes WFI for Maternity Rules

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, SportsAsian Games trials, Delhi High Court, inesh Phogat, Wrestling Federation of India

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Delhi High Court has delivered a landmark verdict for gender parity in Indian sports, clearing celebrated Olympian grappler Vinesh Phogat to compete in the upcoming selection trials for the 2026 Asian Games. Overturning a restrictive single-judge order, a division bench comprising Chief Justice D. K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia ruled that the Wrestling Federation of India's current selection matrix is deeply exclusionary, actively penalizing elite female athletes who choose to take a legitimate sabbatical for motherhood. The high-profile judicial intervention secures Phogat's participation in the crucial domestic selection trials scheduled for May 30 and…

21 May

Gunshots Fired at Cricket Canada President’s Surrey Home Amid Ongoing Scrutiny and Criminal Investigation Links

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Surrey ( Rajeev Sharma): A residence belonging to the president of Cricket Canada was targeted in a shooting incident in Surrey, British Columbia, police confirm. According to investigators, multiple gunshots were fired at the occupied home, but no injuries were reported. Police say the incident appears to be a targeted attack, with early indications suggesting it may be linked to extortion, though the motive has not yet been confirmed. Officers continue to process evidence from the scene as the investigation remains active. The incident comes at a time of increased scrutiny around Cricket Canada following a recent investigative report by…

18 May

MS Dhoni Visits NSG Centre in Chennai, Showcases Marksmanship Amid IPL Return Speculation

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, SportsChennai NSG centre, Dhoni marksmanship, Dhoni NSG visit, Mahendra Singh Dhoni shooting, MS Dhoni

Chennai (Gurpreet Singh): Former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni visited the National Security Guards (NSG) regional centre in Chennai, where he displayed impressive shooting skills during a target practice session at the tactical range.The legendary wicketkeeper-batsman was seen handling a sub-machine gun and a pistol with notable precision, with visuals of his firing drill quickly going viral across social media platforms. Fans praised Dhoni’s calm composure and accuracy, once again highlighting his well-known admiration for India’s armed and security forces.During his visit, the 44-year-old cricket icon spent time interacting with elite NSG commandos and their families. In a light-hearted…

08 May

Cricket Legend M.S. Dhoni Tops Individual Taxpayer Rankings in Bihar and Jharkhand for 2025-26 Fiscal Year

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsBihar, Fiscal Year, Income Tax, Jharkhand, M.S. Dhoni, New Act, Revenue, Taxpayer

Patna (Gurpreet Singh): Even six years after walking away from the international cricket pitch, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to lead the scoreboard in a very different arena. The former Indian captain has officially emerged as the highest individual taxpayer across the states of Bihar and Jharkhand for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This revelation highlights the enduring commercial power of the cricketing icon, whose financial footprint remains as formidable as his legendary helicopter shot. Dr. D. Sudhakara Rao, the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for the region, confirmed Dhoni’s top-tier status while reviewing the broader economic performance of the two…

08 May

Punjab Congress to Hold Key Strategy Meeting Ahead of Civic, Assembly Polls

nishuthapar10 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Sports, TrendingBig news, Chandigarh, Congress, Elections, Meeting

Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab Congress has intensified preparations for the upcoming municipal corporation and Assembly elections, with a crucial party meeting scheduled to be held in Chandigarh on Saturday. The meeting will be chaired by Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel and is expected to focus on the party’s electoral roadmap and organisational strengthening in the state. Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring and Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa are also expected to attend the deliberations. With elections due for municipal corporations, municipal councils and nagar panchayats across Punjab, the party leadership is likely to finalise strategies for…