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China opens embassy in Nicaragua for 1st time since 1990

The Nicaraguan government broke relations with the Taiwanese on December 9 and last week it seized the former embassy and diplomatic offices of Taiwan, saying they belong to China from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3FMmwVF

Famous American actress Betty White dies at 99

Betty White launched her TV career in daytime talk shows when the medium was still in its infancy and endured well into the age of cable and streaming. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pIccsp

"We Are Looking To Groom KL Rahul": Chief Selector Chetan Sharma

Chairman of selectors Chetan Sharma stated that KL Rahul is being "groomed" as the future leader of the side. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3qCFtnF

"Everyone In BCCI Asked (Virat) Kohli To Stay On As T20I Captain": India Chief Selector Chetan Sharma

Indian chief selector Chetan Sharma said that there was "no confusion" between the BCCI and Virat Kohli regarding the selection of ODI captain. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3FLnKAy

Four soldiers killed in raid on Pakistani Taliban

A ceasefire collapsed earlier this month from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mMwG1c

KL Rahul To Lead India In ODIs vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma To Miss Series Due To Injury

KL Rahul to lead India in ODIs vs South Africa, Rohit Sharma to miss series due to injury. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mOe9BL

Stricken boat with over 100 Rohingya allowed to dock in Indonesia

Authorities had initially agreed to provide humanitarian aid before planning to turn the vessel away, but changed that decision after warnings about the condition of the vessel and calls from UNHCR and groups such as Amnesty International to let the boat land from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mKR2rF

Colorado wildfires burn hundreds of homes, force evacuations

Some of the several blazes in the area Thursday were sparked by downed power lines. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ELJgE2

Blast rocks central Quetta; 4 killed, 15 injured

The attack happened outside the Science College in Quetta, the capital of Baluchistan province from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sLoTEx

India vs South Africa: Mohammed Shami And Rishabh Pant Cut A Cake To Celebrate Personal Milestones After India's Emphatic Win In Centurion Test. See Pic

India vs South Africa: Rishabh Pant completed 100 dismissals as a wicket-keeper while Mohammed Shami completed 200 Test wickets in the Centurion Test. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pNPtvb

Mohammed Shami's "Wrist Position" Best In The World, Says Ex-India Cricketer Aakash Chopra

India vs South Africa, 1st Test: Speaking on YouTube, Aakash Chopra lavished praise on Mohammed Shami for his five-wicket haul and also compared him to Dale Steyn and James Anderson. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mEsfFt

Myanmar jails Suu Kyi aides for sedition

The country has been in turmoil since February 1 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3eSlHz7

Jasprit Bumrah Fastest Bowler To Reach Huge Milestone In Away Tests

Jasprit Bumrah achieved a new milestone in his career during India's 113-run win over South Africa in Centurion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/34aUUvF

Taliban chief orders fighters not to ‘punish’ former regime members

Taliban are accused of dozens of extrajudicial killings of members of the former security forces and administration from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32GJhfo

South Africa vs India: Rahul Dravid "Brought Lot Of Calm And Balance In Dressing Room", Says KL Rahul

South Africa vs India: KL Rahul, who scored a century in the first Test against South Africa, said head coach Rahul Dravid had made the visitors work hard in the nets before the game. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3qzpgzl

Pakistan buys 25 China-made J-10C fighter jets in response to India’s Rafale aircraft acquisition

The minister told reporters in his home city of Rawalpindi that a full squadron of 25 all-weather aircraft comprising J-10C will attend the Pakistan Day ceremony on March 23 next year from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Hh45J2

U.K. marks AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine anniversary

On December 30, 2020, the United Kingdom became the first country in the world to approve the Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qA6YOv

Chinese officials admit struggle providing food in locked down Xi’an

Chinese officials admitted on Wednesday that they have faced challenges getting enough supplies to residents in locked-down Xi’an, after the city’s i from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qCH78L

New chief of Xinjian calls for modernisation of industry

This is despite a U.S. call for boycott of items made in area from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sHF4mo

Kuwait swears in fourth government in two years

A new Kuwaiti government was sworn in on Wednesday, the country’s fourth in two years, after the last one resigned in November amid political deadloc from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Jt0SYT

England Coach Chris Silverwood To Miss Sydney Test After Covid Case In Family

England head coach Chris Silverwood will miss the fourth Test against Australia in Sydney after a family member tested positive for the coronavirus. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31d0jBi

"Got To Believe": Kagiso Rabada's Rallying Cry Ahead Of Day 5 Of Centurion Test

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada still believes that his side can win the first Test against India despite being reduced to 94 for 4 in chase of a stiff target of 305 on the penultimate day in Centurion on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3eBT1tM

Syria port strike: two die of wounds

Three other militia fighters were also wounded. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Hox79E

"We Need To Be Patient": India's Batting Coach On Cheteshwar Pujara And Ajinkya Rahane's Struggles

Team India's batting coach Vikram Rathour has again come out in support of Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane following the batters' lean patch in the longest format of the game. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Ex0qVS

1st Test: India End Day 4 In Command As South Africa Pin Hopes On Rain, Dean Elgar

South Africa vs India, 1st Test, Day 4: The hosts still need 211 days on Day 4 to win the match against the visitors in Centurion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32HFMoM

Memorial hit by sanctions yet again

This is Russian authortities’ second clampdown on the rights group in two days from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sJE0OW

Kuldeep Yadav To Lead Uttar Pradesh In Ranji Trophy

Kuldeep Yadav will captain Uttar Pradesh in the upcoming Ranji Trophy season, with Karan Sharma as vice-captain. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mIJENA

Watch: Mohammed Siraj Celebrates Wicket With Cristiano Ronaldo's Celebration, Premier League Reacts

South Africa vs India: Pacer Mohammed Siraj claimed the wicket of Rassie van der Dussen and celebrated it with Cristiano Ronaldo's famous "Siu" celebration. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32vv7xL

Madan Lal Feels "Struggling" Cheteshwar Pujara Might Get Pushed Out Of India's Playing XI

India vs South Africa: Former India all-rounder Madan Lal has claimed that there are a few players in the squad that are capable of pushing Cheteshwar Pujara out of the playing XI from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3qw8aCH

USA, Ireland ODI Series Postponed Over COVID-19 Concerns

"While all players in both current playing squads have returned negative COVID results overnight, two members of the Irish support staff have tested positive, as well as several partners of players, resulting in two of the Irish players being deemed as close contacts," read an official statement. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3FOeifG

How The World Reacted To India Pacer Mohammed Shami's 200 Test Wickets

After Mohammed Shami took his 200th Test wicket, the cricketing fraternity took to Twitter and lauded the Indian fast bowler on reaching the milestone. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mBmRmE

South Africa to accord special official state funeral to Archbishop Desmond Tutu on New Year’s Day

The City of Cape Town has opened condolence books outside the cathedral, where hundreds of mourners braved the rainy weather to line the surrounding streets with flowers and messages of condolence from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pAgTV7

Hong Kong police raid online news outlet, arrest 6

The six were arrested early on December 29 under a colonial-era crimes ordinance for conspiracy to publish a seditious publication, and searches of their residences were underway, police said from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3FDRSOr

Harry Reid, former U.S. Senate majority leader, dies at 82

Mr. Obama in 2016 lauded Reid for his work in the Senate, declaring, “I could not have accomplished what I accomplished without him being at my side.” from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3JrWskY

Palestinian President pays rare visit to Israel, meets its Defence Minister

It is the first time Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has met with an Israeli leader in Israel since 2010, says official from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3euxMtV

Cape Town bells toll to honour Archbishop Desmond Tutu's life

The bells at the St. George's Anglican Cathedral will toll for 10 minutes at noon for five days to mark Tutu's life from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EN4T7b

South Africa vs India, 1st Test, Day 3: Need 400-Run Lead Before We Can Think Of Declaring, Says Mohammed Shami

South Africa vs India, 1st Test, Day 3: Mohammed Shami feels the visitors need to lead by atleast 400 runs before declaring. India currently lead by 146 runs. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3sFB31Z

WHO warns of Omicron overload as China, Europe impose new curbs

As WHO issues warning, Europe and China impose measures to check spread of COVID-19 variant from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3z5L9dA

South Africa vs India, 1st Test, Day 3: Five-Star Mohammed Shami Puts Visitors In Driver's Seat Against Proteas

South Africa vs India, 1st Test, Day 3: The visitors lead by 146 runs and will be aiming to extend it on Day 4. Mohammed Shami was in top form and took five wickets. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3452OXq

India vs South Africa: Mohammed Shami Completes 200 Test Wickets To Join Elite List Of Indian Bowlers

India vs South Africa: Mohammed Shami is the 11th Indian bowler to reach the landmark of 200 Test wickets and the fifth fast bowler after Kapil Dev, Javagal Srinath, Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3sGJWrY

South Africa vs India: Rishabh Pant Surpasses MS Dhoni In Elite List Of Indian Wicketkeepers In Test Cricket

SA vs IND: India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant on Tuesday achieved a massive milestone during the ongoing first Test against South Africa at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Jnevc4

UN envoy calls for a New Year ceasefire in Myanmar

‘All parties must allow humanitarian aid’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32B4LtR

South Africa vs India: ODI Team Selection Delayed To Get Clear Picture On Captain Rohit Sharma's Fitness Status, Says Report

South Africa vs India: The ODI team selection for the visitors has been delayed till the end of this month reportedly so that the selectors can get a clear picture on Rohit Sharma's fitness status. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pEXfrb

Pakistan approves ‘citizen-centric’ National Security Policy

First-of-its kind document puts economic security at its core from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3et3asJ

Turkey urges Russia to drop ‘one-sided’ NATO demands

They should come to the table with proposals that both sides can accept: Minister from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3z1xT9P

Ashish Nehra Weighs In On Virat Kohli Failing To "Convert Good Starts"

South Africa vs India: While speaking on Cricbuzz, Ashish Nehra pointed out that Virat Kohli "must be unhappy with himself" due to his failure to convert his good start on day 1 of the first Test against South Africa. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mBetDK

Wasim Jaffer Shares Hilarious Post After KL Rahul Joins Him Elite List Of Indian Openers In Test Cricket

SA vs IND: KL Rahul powered India to a strong start on Day 1 of the ongoing 1st Test of the three-match series against South Africa at the SuperSport Park in Centurion on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3z29L6O

Dance Is "Completely Out Of Syllabus": Ravichandran Ashwin Tells Shardul Thakur In Fun Chat

India vs South Africa: Both Shardul and Ashwin are part of India's playing XI in the first Test against South Africa, that is underway in Centurion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3qnoq8S

"He Has Had That Issue": Ex-India Player Explains Virat Kohli's Dismissal On Day 1 Of Centurion Test

South Africa vs India: The former India player explained how pacer Lungi Ngidi planned the downfall of Team India skipper Virat Kohli on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ptQtEp

Anti-apartheid icon Desmond Tutu dies at 90

South African anti-apartheid icon Archbishop Desmond Tutu, described as the country's moral compass, died on Sunday aged 90, sparking an outpouring o from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sAdO9i

India vs South Africa: Sanjay Bangar "Not Surprised" By Mayank Agarwal's Fluent Knock On Day 1 of Centurion Test

Mayank Agarwal took the attack to the South African pacers in the first session even as KL Rahul took his time to get going in Centurion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3yZocbM

South Africa vs India, 1st Test: Had Conversations With Rahul Dravid About Being Disciplined, Says Mayank Agarwal

South Africa vs India: India batter Mayank Agarwal said that he had conversations with head coach Rahul Dravid on how to stick to one's plans and be patient while playing on South African pitches. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32jZ1oM

Israel approves plan to double settlers in occupied Golan

Israel's government on Sunday approved a $317 million plan to double the Jewish settler population in the Golan Heights, 40 years after it annexed th from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3JfSFHs

KL Rahul Strikes Unbeaten Ton, Helps India Make Near Perfect Start In South Africa

Opener KL Rahul produced a majestic knock in testing conditions en route to his sixth overseas century as India made a near perfect start to the Test series against South Africa, in Centurion on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3JuiKCS

Elizabeth Holmes | The adventures of Ms. Holmes

The founder of blood-testing tech firm Theranos is facing criminal fraud cases from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Es7kM7

Ashes 2021-22, 3rd Test, Day 1, Australia vs England Live Score Updates

AUS vs ENG, Ashes 3rd Test Day 1 Live Score: England are taking on Australia in the Boxing Day Test knowing they must fix the mistakes that have blighted their tour or lose the Ashes series. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3eortIh

Over 30 killed, bodies burnt in Myanmar: human rights group

Elderly, children among them, says the Karenni Human Rights Group. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sz3v5i

Taliban govt. scraps Afghan election body

“If we ever feel a need, the Islamic Emirate will revive these commissions” says Taliban government spokesman from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ppPFAf

Thousands of people march in Sudan’s anti-coup rallies

Officials block bridges, cut Internet, phones to curb protest from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mu5dRW

China replaces controversial party secretary in Xinjiang

U.S. held him responsible for Uighur crackdown, calling his policies genocide from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qmJfRT

Former England Test Captain Ray Illingworth Dies At 89

Former England captain Ray Illingworth has died at the age of 89, his county, Yorkshire, announced on Saturday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3elQOCH

Ravichandran Ashwin Took Ravi Shastri's Comment In A Wrong Way, Says Former Team India Selector

A former Team India selector said that spinner Ravichandran Ashwin took ex-head coach Ravi Shastri's comment on Kuldeep Yadav in a wrong way. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3FrQw9q

Ashes: Monty Panesar Concerned By England's Over-Reliance On Joe Root

England are staring down the barrel as Australia are enjoying a 2-0 lead going into the Boxing Day Test match in the Ashes. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3sFeCJY

Omicron less likely to put you in hospital: U.K. studies

Findings have not yet been reviewed by other experts from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3JrykPE

India's Strength Lies In Their Bowling, Says South Africa Captain Dean Elgar

"Their strength at the moment lies in their bowling. We are extremely aware of that as well. They've had a lot of successes as a bowling unit," said South Africa captain Dean Elgar from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ErCrXW

Worldview with Suhasini Haidar | Is India striking out on its own with regard to Myanmar?

Diplomatic Affairs Editor Suhasini Haidar takes a deep dive into the Indian Foreign secretary becoming one of the only international officials to shake hands with the Military leader in Myanmar 10 months after the coup from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Jryoim

"He Was A Captain's Delight": Sourav Ganguly Pays Glowing Tribute To Harbhajan Singh's Career

Ex-India captain and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly paid a glowing tribute to his former teammate Harbhajan Singh after the latter announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Friday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pqcpQX

US to lift travel ban on southern Africa: official

Travel ban would be lifted on December 31 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3myt4jn

Capitol insurrection | Trump asks Supreme Court to block release of documents

Trump is claiming that as a former president he has right to assert executive privilege over the records, arguing that releasing them would damage the presidency in the future from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EmupzB

Merck's at-home antiviral COVID-19 pill gets U.S. authorisation

Molnupiravir was shown to reduce hospitalisations and deaths by around 30% in a clinical trial of high-risk individuals early in the course of the illness from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mtqStv

Myanmar landslip death toll rises to four, dozens still missing

The incident is the latest tragedy to hit the poorly regulated multi-billion-dollar industry from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mthy8R

Petition in Nepal Supreme Court seeks release of serial killer Charles Sobhraj

Nepal’s Supreme Court has issued a show-cause notice to the government seeking clarification why notorious serial killer Charles Sobhraj, who is servi from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3plXI10

Hong Kong loses a symbol of its freedom

Pillar of Shame, a memorial to the victims of the Tiananmen crackdown, dismantled in the dead of night from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qsjqA2

Eoin Morgan To Captain Makeshift England T20I Squad In West Indies

Left-arm seamer David Payne and all-rounder George Carton are the uncapped players picked for England's T20I squad for the series against West Indies. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3JgqVSY

Watch: India Spinner Kuldeep Yadav Posts Strong Message, Begins Comeback Journey With Hard Training At NCA

Kuldeep Yadav took to Instagram to post a video on Thursday in which the wrist spinner was seen doing fitness drills. "There's no point in returning from the half-way mark because you will have to cover the same distance which, if moved forward, can take you to your destination," wrote Kuldeep. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3FjxFgB

Joe Biden says a Trump rematch will spur him for second run

Though Biden’s second-in-command Kamala Harris was once considered his potential political successor, there are questions about her political future as rumors say that the President and Vice President’s relationship is not strong from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qfOrXE

Wants To Show Groundsmen Something Is Possible In New Zealand: Ajaz Patel After Being Ignored For Bangladesh Series

New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel has been dropped from the Test squad for the series vs Bangladesh. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mwsVgb

Chinese city of 13 million locked down amid COVID-19 scare

Beijing implements ‘zero COVID’ plan after Xian reports 140 cases in 10 days from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yOPilS

Xi Jinping endorses Hong Kong’s elections

‘Patriots only’ polls held under Carrie Lam’s watch get Xi’s stamp of approval from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3spMyKL

Watch: "Only The Finest Of Fielding Feats" Stops Mitchell Marsh In BBL Match

BBL, Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades: Mitchell Marsh was closing in on a century during the first innings but a fantastic catch by Nic Maddinson sent him back to the pavilion. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ySkgti

UNSC adopts resolution to ease Afghan aid

It permits a carveout in sanctions against the Taliban regime from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3mMH755

Sourav Ganguly Had No Business To Speak On Behalf of Selectors: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former India batter Dilip Vengsarkar said matters related to selection or captaincy should always be left to the selectors. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ExylxT

Russia expects security talks with U.S., NATO in January

Russia has been accused by the West of plotting an invasion of Ukraine from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/30ORixY

70 missing after landslip in Myanmar

Hpakant is the center of the world’s biggest and most lucrative jade mining industry from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EkaTEa

European Union initiates action after Poland violates bloc laws

Warsaw seeks judicial independence from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3st6E6Y

Israel PM meets U.S. National Security Adviser over Iran

Jake Sullivan seeks to find common ground with Bennett from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yYOKu0

Former India Wicket-Keeper Vijay Dahiya Appointed Lucknow IPL Franchise's Assistant Coach

The Lucknow IPL team, which had earlier appointed Andy Flower as head coach and Gautam Gambhir as the mentor ahead of IPL 2022, has roped former India wicket-keeper batter Vijay Dahiya as assistant coach. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3emT3Wd

Himachal Pradesh Stun Uttar Pradesh By Five Wickets, Enter Vijay Hazare Trophy Semi-Finals

UP could only manage 207/9 as the Himachal bowlers, led by pacer Vinay Galetiya (3/19), ripped apart the opposition line-up. Then, Chopra's sublime knock, and a quick-fire 58 by Nikhil Gangta saw Himachal chase down the total with 27 balls to spare. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3yLfGgy

Biden to pledge 500 million free COVID tests to beat Omicron

Variant makes up for 73% new cases; troops to be deployed from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yL7fBU

Yorkshire Link Up With Pakistan Super League Team After Racism Scandal

Recently involved in a racism scandal, Yorkshire have formed a partnership with Pakistan Super League team Lahore Qalandars. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3HiAkrF

Tamil Nadu Crush Karnataka To Reach Vijay Hazare Trophy Semi-Finals

Tamil Nadu first amassed 354 for eight in 50 overs and then dismissed the opposition for 203 inside 40 overs for a massive victory with medium-pacer R Silambarasan picking up four wickets to hasten the slide. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32iePb3

China imposes sanctions on U.S. officials over Xinjiang

They are barred from visiting China, and their assets in the country will be frozen from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3H3JPuA

Zaheer Khan Names India's "Truly World-Class" Bowler Ahead Of 1st South Africa Test

Ahead of the first Test match vs South Africa, Zaheer Khan gave his backing to Jasprit Bumrah and also praised the other members of India's pace department. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32rg8nW

Former Pakistan Skipper Wasim Akram Feels "21st Century Belongs" To This Batter

Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram hailed the batter for his work ethic and consistency, adding that all these qualities are signs of a good leader. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3miBjzF

Strong quake hits northern California

But no tsunami or major damage is reported from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yJbrlP

Trump reveals he got COVID-19 booster shot; crowd boos him

Trump made the disclosure Sunday night during the final stop of “The History Tour,” a live interview show he has been doing with former Fox News host Bill O'Reilly from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GWSD5i

Uzra Zeya appointed U.S. Special Coordinator for Tibet

The coordinator’s role involves promoting “substantive dialogue” between the Chinese government and the Dalai Lama. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32iyLun

Australia's Steve Smith Has An Advice for England Captain Joe Root

"I guess for him (Root), the best advice I could give is just trust yourself, and do everything you can to help your team grow and be as successful as you can be," cricket.com.au quoted Smith as saying. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ecOE8i

Russia expels two German envoys

They were expelled in response to a spat with Berlin over a German court’s ruling that Moscow had ordered the 2019 assassination of an ex-Chechen commander in a Berlin park from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yR2lmX

Leftist millennial elected Chile’s President

Former student leader Boric vows to ‘expand social rights’ in the country, but with ‘fiscal responsibility’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3snUH2e

One person killed in Sudan anti-coup protest

He was shot in the chest in Khartoum from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EdErDa

PML-N seek Imran Khan’s resignation

The Pakistan’s main opposition party has demanded resignation of Prime Minister Imran Khan for allegedly defaming the country and its political parties only to hide his own corruption from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3FukYjj

Philippines typhoon death toll rises to 375

People search for food, drinking water from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3e7Sujh

Beijing defends HK’s ‘patriots only’ polls amid low turnout

30.20% of voters cast their vote, down from 58.28% in 2016 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3eaaLMF

In Sri Lanka, COVID-19 vaccination certificate will be mandatory for entry to public places

The new rule will be enforced from January 1 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GYc8KY

At OIC summit, countries vow to provide aid to Afghanistan

They seek release of frozen funds to avert economic collapse from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pb4Zko

Low turnout for Hong Kong ‘patriots’ polls

LegCo elections are the first since China’s overhaul of electoral system that gives it greater control from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3JdPOyS

Myanmar refugees in Thailand heading back

Thailand has sent over 600 Myanmar refugees who fled fighting between the military and ethnic rebels back across the border, according to a senior Tha from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GY7AE6

Protests in Sudan mark uprising anniversary

Police fire tear gas at demonstrators calling for ouster of military chief from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Fde2a2

At OIC meet, countries seek ways to defuse Afghan crisis

They call for the release of frozen funds, lifting of sanctions from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3miuxKe

Cheteshwar Pujara "Getting Into The Groove" Ahead Of South Africa Tests. See Pics

Taking to social media platform Koo on Sunday, Cheteshwar Pujara shared pictures of him batting in the nets. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pa1hYd

‘U.S. wars in West Asia based on flawed intel’

Newly obtained Pentagon documents show that the U.S. air wars in the West Asia have been marked by “deeply flawed intelligence” and resulted in thousa from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3syYEkX

Germany puts UK on list of high-risk COVID-19 countries

The U.K. is now considered a “variant zone” of COVID-19. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/328m3i0

UK Brexit minister David Frost resigns: report

The Mail on Sunday reported he tendered his resignation a week ago from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/30DA8Dq

SpaceX launches 52 Starlink satellites from California base

The Falcon's first stage returned and landed on a SpaceX droneship in the ocean. It was the 11th launch and recovery of the stage from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3p7Jjpa

Gabriel Boric | The face of Chile’s new Left

The former student leader is facing far-right’s Antonio Kast in presidential race from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3md02p1

Cricket West Indies To Commence Recruitment For Senior Men's Selection Panel In January

Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Saturday announced that it will commence a recruitment process for the new men's selection panel in January. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3se3ELu

Russia sends bombers on patrol over Belarus

This comes amid tensions with West from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3J0WVdP

Ethiopia claims retaking towns from Tigray rebels

Conflict between forces loyal to PM Abiy Ahmed and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) rebel group has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yDeifX

Hong Kong accuses activists of inciting poll boycott

Legislative Council polls on Sunday from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qcftzj

Nord Stream won’t open if Russia attacks Ukraine, says Germany

‘From a geopolitical point of view, the pipeline is a mistake’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3shAqeP

Worldview with Suhasini Haidar | Summit for Democracy

This week on Worldview: US President Biden Summit for Democracy — can global conferences promote democratic standards or is this a case of foreign policy overreach? from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3F97b1p

BCCI Shares Multiple Photos Of India's First Training Session In South Africa Ahead Of 1st Test

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shared multiple photographs in a series of tweets to give the fans glimpse of India's first training session in South Africa on Saturday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3p6YP4u

Ghislaine Maxwell declines to testify as defense rests case

Closing arguments are now set for December 20 in the trial, in which Maxwell is accused of helping the wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse four teenage girls from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GXWqiX

Indonesia raises Semeru volcano alert, fearing new eruption

Indonesia’s geological agency said on December 18 that it picked up increasing activity that could trigger an avalanche of lava and searing gas, similar to the December 4 eruption from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3qdYz3k

Sourav Ganguly "Should Come Out And Give An Explanation", Says Ex-India Cricketer On Virat Kohli Captaincy Controversy

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly "should come out and give an explanation" over the white-ball captaincy controversy involving Virat Kohli, said a former India cricketer. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3q7F7Vz

Pressure on Boris Johnson after U.K. Tories suffer by-election upset

Against this backdrop, supporters and opponents are questioning Mr. Johnson’s handling of the pandemic from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/328Jwzo

Ex-South Africa Captain Graeme Smith Rejects Charges Of Racism

Graeme Smith, South Africa's director of cricket and former Test captain, has hit back through his lawyer at accusations of racial prejudice contained in a report by an ombudsman. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3skymCR

Ben Stokes Loving Being Back And Ready To Score Big In The Ashes

Ben Stokes told England fans that "we don't believe we're beaten" and said he felt ready for a big score with the bat, after another tough day at the Ashes on Friday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/320SAXw

U.S. hits China’s DJI, others with sanctions over ‘rights abuse’

Companies accused of complicity in oppression of Uighurs from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3sbkT01

Russia drafts pact to limit U.S., NATO role in ex-Soviet nations

It demands a ban on new membership to the alliance, limit on missile deployment from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3F28b7g

Radical change is needed in the mindset and governance of Hong Kong, says pro-Beijing lawmaker Regina Ip

She says the purpose of the electoral system overhaul is to ensure that only true patriots can take part in the governance of the region. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3E54kVM

Iran nuclear talks adjourn, seen resuming before year's end

Participants said they aim to resume quickly, though they haven't yet firmed up a date. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32c9hPg

England Women Announce Ashes Squad

"Selection will focus on the senior group but there is scope for members of the England Women's A squad to be called into the Ashes squad while on tour," said ECB in a statement. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3e1v9zv

WHO gives emergency approval for Covovax vaccine

Covovax requires two doses and is stable at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius refrigerated temperatures. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3F5gAXy

U.S. imposes sanctions against China over abuse of Uighurs

Biotech firms targeted over ‘repression of minority groups’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3s82Nfj

EU summit to discuss spread of Omicron

With the festive season looming, the bloc’s leaders want to avoid a confusing mixture of rules from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yvRa30

U.S. faces a double COVID-19 surge as Omicron advances

Amid ongoing Delta rise, Omicron threatens to hit hospital capacity, stretch staff from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3294XQG

Pakistan Pull Off Record Run Chase To Beat West Indies In 3rd T20I, Sweep Series

Pakistan reached the 208-run target in 18.5 overs. This is Pakistan's highest run chase in the shortest format of the game and also the joint highest by any team against West Indies. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3mbeoWZ

Pakistan vs West Indies ODI Series Postponed Over Covid Cases

"The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) have issued a joint statement after five more positive cases were reported in the West Indies camp following Wednesdays PCR testing, raising the total number of positive cases to nine since their arrival in Karachi on December 9," the joint statement said. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/322sBOV

Watch: Jos Buttler Drops Sitter, Gives Marnus Labuschagne Reprieve On 95

2nd Ashes Test, Australia vs England: In big moment on Day 1 at the Adelaide Oval, Jos Buttler dropped a sitter when Marnus Labuschagne edged a delivery during final session. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3yzsGGc

South African court cancels Zuma’s medical parole

Former President ordered back to jail from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31Znn6x

U.S. tests laser weapon in West Asia

USS Portland test-fired the system against a floating target in the Gulf of Aden from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GNavQ8

Russia ordered murder in German soil: court

Act was labelled ‘state terrorism’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ytuwrS

Pakistan vs West Indies 3rd T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Pakistan vs West Indies 3rd T20I: Aiming for a clean sweep, the hosts face the Windies on Thursday in Karachi. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31YWQ9O

Russia lists out demands of security to U.S.

Russia said on Wednesday it had delivered its proposals for legal security guarantees over NATO’s expansion to a top U.S. diplomat after President Vladimir Putin said he wanted talks to start immediately. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3F153Zg

WHO: Vaccines may be less effective against Omicron

It says more data needed to better understand variant from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3oXSCrO

Putin, Xi cement partnership in face of Western pressure

China backs Russia’s push to get security guarantees from the West, says Kremlin from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EZ55kx

Chanel appoints Unilever executive Leena Nair as CEO

According to the reports, Ms. Nair, in her new position with the French luxury group Chanel, will be based in London. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3q0ojjd

Italy requires quarantines for unvaccinated EU visitors

Italy on Tuesday recorded over 20,000 new infections and 120 COVID-19 deaths from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/30uK81U

Kabul strike: ‘U.S. troops to face no action’

The Taliban urged Washington to reverse the decision from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GKrjae

Pakistan Beat West Indies by 9 Runs In 2nd T20I To Take Unassailable 2-0 Lead

Mohammad Rizwan top-scored for a second match running with 38 to help Pakistan get to 172-8 before keeping the West Indies down to 163 all out in 20 overs. The win gives Pakistan another series with the last game on Thursday, also in Karachi. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pTOtEt

Putin wants ‘immediate’ talks with NATO on Russia’s security

Moscow wants it to stop expansion, weapons deployment from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GGXTKf

Kirti Azad Reacts To Mohammed Azharuddin's Tweet On Virat Kohli

Azad's comments come after former India skipper Mohammed Azharuddin on Tuesday tweeted that Kohli has "informed that he's not available for the ODI series" in South Africa. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/30t5nkE

India To Host Afghanistan For Three ODIs In March 2022

India men's cricket will be playing three ODIs against Afghanistan in March 2022, Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced on Monday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ys96vd

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Services Pip Rajasthan To Top Spot In Group E, Enter Quarters

Vijay Hazare Trophy: After topping Group E, Services will face Kerala in their quarter-final fixture. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pUrYiK

Vijay Hazare Trophy: KS Bharat Smashes Second Successive Ton In Andhra Pradesh Win

Riding on Bharat's blazing 156 off 138 balls, barely two days after his 161-run knock against Himachal Pradesh, a struggling Andhra managed to post 253 for nine after batting first. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pUv5Hw

Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

After winning the first T20I by 63 runs, Pakistan will now look to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series with a win in the second game against the West Indies. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3INcm9b

Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant Train With Former India Batter Ahead Of South Africa Tests

The former India batter said "it was a pleasure" to share "valuable insights" about the conditions Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant are likely to encounter in South Africa. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3GDFPkc

Wahab Riaz Names Shaheen Afridi, Jasprit Bumrah, Mitchell Starc In List Of Current Best Pacers

Wahab Riaz went on to name his picks for top fast bowlers and batsmen in the world at the moment, and he included India pacer Jasprit Bumrah and opening batsman Rohit Sharma in the list. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ymdk7A

‘Two-dose vaccines less effective against Omicron’

Study looks at neutralising antibodies from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yp29va

Britons rush to get shots in booster blitz against Omicron

‘Cases from the variant are doubling every two to three days’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GJNEoB

Mohammad Rizwan, Bowlers Star In Pakistan's 63-run Win Over West Indies In 1st T20I

Mohammad Rizwan and Haider Ali powered Pakistan to 200 for six. The visitors were never in hunt of the target as they were dismantled by a superior Pakistan bowling attack and folded at 137 in 19 overs. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31S5ZAB

EU to press economic sanctions on Russia

It slaps sanctions on military firm Wagner, 8 individuals over rights abuses in Ukraine, Syria, Libya from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3oORQwV

South Africa vs India: Quinton De Kock Set To Miss Part Of Upcoming Test Series, Says Report

South Africa vs India: Quinton de Kock will miss part of the Test series reportedly due to personal reasons. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3yoi2Sc

VVS Laxman Shares Glimpse Of His First Day At NCA Office

Laxman posted some pictures of him at the NCA office and wrote, "First day in office at the NCA! An exciting new challenge in store, look forward to the future and to working with the future of Indian cricket." from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/30n8ieH

BWF World Championships: Sai Praneeth Knocked Out, Kidambi Srikanth Wins First Round Match

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth began his BWF World Championships campaign with a win but Sai Praneeth had to face defeat as India's charge got underway on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IGRXTj

"Personally Requested" Virat Kohli Not To Give Up T20I Captaincy, Says Sourav Ganguly

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has said that he had personally requested Virat Kohli not to give up the T20I captaincy role. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3m0gFEn

Sourav Ganguly Backs "Phenomenal" Rohit Sharma's Appointment As Team India's Full-Time White-Ball Captain

Speaking to News18, Sourav Ganguly gave his support to new Indian white-ball captain Rohit Sharma and said that "he will find a way to do well". from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3EOyKwM

Stuart Broad Reveals "Awkward Moment" With Glenn McGrath Before 1st Ashes Test

Broad,who has played 149 Test matches for England, wrote in his column forThe Daily Mailabout an "awkward" incident that happened with him just before the toss. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IIhH1I

Pakistan vs West Indies 1st T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

PAK vs WI: Pakistan face West Indies in the first T20I of the three-match series at the National Stadium in Karachi on Monday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rW1AaR

Ashes: Australia's Injured Josh Hazlewood Out Of 2nd Test In Adelaide

Ashes: Injured Australian paceman Josh Hazlewood was Monday ruled out of the second Test against England in Adelaide this week, with Jhye Richardson or Michael Neser in line to replace him. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3GBAI3P

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa contracts COVID-19 as infections reach record high

The country recorded a new high of 37,875 new infections overnight from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31KvvrZ

Three dead, six missing in Sicily blast as search continues

Television images showed a mass of rubble, wooden beams and mangled steel in a large empty space, with neighbouring buildings charred and damaged. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31Vzt0k

Policeman on polio duty killed in Pakistan

The incident happened in Tank district bordering South Waziristan. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3DMy9Kz

New Caledonia votes to stay in France; separatists boycott

Sunday’s vote was the third and last in a decades-long decolonization process that stemmed from violence in 1988, which led to the French government handing New Caledonia broad autonomy under the Noumea Agreement. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3oM79GH

Tigray rebels retake Lalibela in Ethiopia: residents

Communications have been cut in the conflict zone and access for journalists is restricted making it difficult to verify the claims. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3rZA8sT

Sri Lanka: Opposition MPs representing Tamil-speaking people underscore 13th Amendment

Some within Tamil polity keen on new constitutional settlement from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3rWukA7

"Sheer Bad Luck": Sachin Tendulkar Sympathises With Lewis Hamilton Over F1 World Title Disappointment

Sachin Tendulkar offered his sympathies to Lewis Hamilton after the British driver missed out on a record eighth F1 world title in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pNaNzr

Rohit Sharma Uses A Cricket Analogy To Sum Up Max Verstappen's Dramatic F1 World Title Win

Rohit Sharma used a cricket analogy to describe Max Verstappen's dramatic F1 world championship title win in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3DMfAX2

"Would Keep Him In The Mix": Ex-India Cricketers Anshuman Gaekwad, Saba Karim Back Shikhar Dhawan For India's South Africa Tour

Former cricketers Anshuman Gaekwad, Saba Karim gave their backing to Shikhar Dhawan, who has lately found it hard to cement a place in the Indian playing XI. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3F2R3OZ

"I Warned Him That He Would Get Injured": Shoaib Akhtar Reveals Why He Had Predicted Hardik Pandyas Fitness Issues

Speaking on YouTube, Shoaib Akhtar revealed that he had warned Hardik Pandya regarding his fitness due to his lean physique and absence of stronger back muscles. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3GEqyzM

Three West Indies Players Test Positive For COVID-19, Unavailable For T20Is vs Pakistan

Pakistan vs West Indies: Roston Chase, Sheldon Cottrell and Kyle Mayers returned positive tests in Karachi. The West Indies squad had arrived in Pakistan on Thursday. The Caribbean side is slated to play three T20Is and three ODIs in Pakistan on the limited-overs tour, starting Monday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rXj4DR

Blinken meets with European counterparts to discuss Iran deal

Talks between Iran and world powers over reviving a 2015 nuclear deal resumed in Vienna from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dKitgu

Pakistan, West Indies Train In Karachi Ahead Of First T20I. See Pics

Pakistan are scheduled to host West Indies in an upcoming T20I and ODI series, starting from December 13. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3lZ4yaH

China brands U.S. democracy ‘weapon of mass destruction’

Beijng’s response follows the Democracy Summit snub from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3DLu5KD

G7 puts up united front against Russia

At Foreign Ministers’ meet hosted by Britain, delegates vow a strong stance with respect to Ukraine from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EORmMT

"Last Day At Home": Cheteshwar Pujara Shares Adorable Family Picture Ahead Of South Africa Tour Departure

India batter Cheteshwar Pujara took to social media platform Koo to share an adorable family picture with his daughter and wife on Saturday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oK5fq4

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Tamil Nadu Defeat Bengal By 146 Runs, Karnataka Cruise Past Mumbai

Dinesh Karthik smashed 87 runs to help Karnataka defeat Bengal in the Vijay Hazare Trophy match. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ENwCoW

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Abhishek Raut's Fifer Hands Odisha Third Straight Win

Abhishek Raut was in brilliant form and took five wickets as Odisha defeated Vidarbha by six wickets in their Vijay Hazare Trophy match. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31OoCWr

Ashes: Australia's Nathan Lyon Takes 400th Test Wicket

Ashes: Australia's Nathan Lyon claimed his 400th Test wicket Saturday, joining an elite group of players to reach the milestone. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3lR6BgP

No plans for new COVID-19 restrictions in U.K. despite increase in new cases, says PM Johnson

On Friday Britain reported 58,194 COVID-19 new daily cases overall, the highest daily total since January from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yhd0XC

Ashes: Australia vs England 1st Test Day 4 Live Score

The Ashes, AUS vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 4 Live: Joe Root and Dawid Malan have an important task of seeing off the first hour on Day 4 in the first Test against Australia in Brisbane. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oGwd22

Caught in a ‘zero COVID’ dilemma

Hong Kong is one of the last few places in the world that is still following a stringent ‘zero COVID’ policy. Ananth Krishnan reports on a populated but poorly vaccinated region that is doing all it can to keep cases at a minimum even as it becomes more and more isolated from the world from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ELg3dg

West Indies Tour Of Pakistan: When And Where To Watch, Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Pakistan host West Indies in an upcoming T20I and ODI series, starting from December 13. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oHehnJ

Worldview with Suhasini Haidar | India-Russia ties in trouble?

Putin’s India Summit: Is India’s traditional partnership with Russia in trouble, or stronger than ever? from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pKHduD

16 worshippers killed in attack on Nigeria mosque

Dozens of assailants arrived on motorcycles and rampaged through the village from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pI3rNP

Silent protest against junta empties Myanmar streets

Country has been in turmoil since the February coup from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dHiHVm

Pakistan Taliban call off ceasefire

TTP accuses security forces of killing its fighters and violating agreed terms from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/30fa8y9

China claims it’s the ‘largest democracy’

The self-styled beacon of democracy has evident democratic malaise, says the Foreign Ministry from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3yf3WTk

Observer Status granted to International Solar Alliance

It would benefit global energy growth and development, says India from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3oHRI2o

BCCI Shares "Throwback" Videos Of Virat Kohli's ODI Masterclass

The BCCI took to social media to pay tribute to Virat Kohli, who was recently removed from Team Indias ODI captaincy on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oOwzDX

India A And South Africa A Play Out Another Stalemate Amid COVID-19 Scare In Visitors' Camp

India A and South Africa A played out a draw as the three-match Test series ended at nil-nil. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31AEZGd

Controversial ex-Navy chief is Gotabaya’s pick as Governor

He has been accused of abduction, murder conspiracy from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lPJkMC

New York Attorney General seeks Trump's testimony in civil probe

The probe is looking into whether the Trump Organization fraudulently overstated the value of certain properties when seeking bank loans from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lQEA9k

Australia's Test And Limited-overs Captains Laud Travis Head For Third Fastest Ashes Century

Pat Cummins tweeted a photo of Head screaming without any caption after the days play. "Take a bow Travis Head, take a bow!!! outstanding," Aaron Finch tweeted. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/30ebeKy

The battle for the Trincomalee oil tank farm

What is the strategic importance of the Trincomalee oil farms? Why does it need to be modernised? from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EBt1tY

India A Upstage India D To Win Women's Challenger Trophy

Pooja Vastrakar led India D, who came into the final as the only unbeaten outfit in the four-team event, posted 219 for eight in 50 overs. Sneh Rana-led India A got the job done in 45.4 overs courtesy Bhatia's 86 off 102 balls and Lakshmi's 64 off 70 at the top of the order. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3EIYnig

Morning Digest | Eyewitness says IAF chopper hit tree before crashing; farmers likely to call off their agitation today, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3DH9dnI

South African regulator approves Pfizer booster vaccine after surge in Covid cases

SAHPRA approved the use of Pfizer’s Comirnaty® COVID-19 vaccine after BioNTech and Pfizer announced that two doses of their vaccine may not be enough to protect against the Omicron variant from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31FTIiC

Ashes, Australia vs England, 1st Test, Day 2 Live Scores

Ashes, Aus vs Eng live score, 1st Test, Day 2: Australia openers David Warner and Marcus Harris will open the batting on Day 2 of Australia vs England first Test in Brisbane. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3EygBD8

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Ton-Up Ruturaj Gaikwad Stars In Maharashtra's High-Scoring Successful Chase

Continuing his imperious form, Ruturaj Gaikwad struck a majestic 136 to lead Maharashtra to a five-wicket win over Madhya Pradesh in a high-scoring thriller in a group D for the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IHjowq

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Shikhar Dhawan Falls For Duck In Delhi's Victory Over Jharkhand

Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan failed to trouble the scorers but talented Himmat Singh anchored the chase with a fine century as Delhi easily beat Jharkhand by six wickets in a group C league game of the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3DvEKsR

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Shahrukh Khan Shines As Tamil Nadu Outclasses Mumbai; Big Win For Karnataka

Shahrukh Khan starred with a blistering 66 off 35 balls as Tamil Nadu started their campaign in the Vijay Hazare Trophy One-Day cricket tournament with a superb 54-run win over defending champions Mumbai in an Elite Group B match on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oyQyWL

Russia has right to defend its security, says Vladimir Putin

‘Concerned over NATO expansion’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3y507jD

20 Bangladesh students get death sentence for murder

They beat a fellow student to death for criticising Bangladesh Government from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lM0ril

Afghanistan To Host Netherlands For 3 ODIs In January

Afghanistan will host the Netherlands for a three-match ODI series in Qatar which gets underway from January 21, 2022. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IyKs0M

‘U.S. will pay the price for Olympics diplomatic boycott’

The move is born out of ideological prejudice, says China from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Dx8WUm

Ajinkya Rahane's Vice Captaincy, Ishant Sharma's Place In Doubt In Team For South Africa Tour: Report

If Ajinkya Rahane is stripped of Test vice-captaincy, senior batter Rohit Sharma is the front runner for the job. Similarly, Ishant Sharma, who has played more than 100 Test matches, doesn't look the force to reckon with anymore and he might not fit in the team from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rJXum3

U.S. to boost troops presence in Europe if Russia attacks Ukraine

Moscow will face ‘genuine, meaningful and enduring costs’, says U.S. official from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dtbAQp

Harbhajan Singh Identifies Youngster As India's Future "No.1 Bowler," Backs Him To Come Good In South Africa

Veteran India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh therefore said it won't take long for Siraj to rise as India's No.1 bowler. Harbhajan said Siraj would be one of the first names the selectors would pick when the sit to name India's squad for the South Africa tour later this month. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Goo0Fw

"Game-changing Spell": Zaheer Khan Lauds India Pacer Mohammed Siraj's Performance In Mumbai

Zaheer Khan said the ball that Mohammed Siraj bowled to clean up New Zealand batter Ross Taylor on Day 2 of India vs New Zealand second Test was "magical." from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/337Mu7Q

Academics urge Zuckerberg for better research on mental health effects of Facebook

The academics also recommended establishing an independent oversight trust to vet the risks and benefits of social media on children and adolescents. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lHY6ok

BAN vs PAK 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score: Pakistan Look To Bounce Back After Losing Babar Azam, Azhar Ali

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates: Play finally resumed on day four of the second Bangladesh-Pakistan Test on Tuesday after rain triggered by a weakened cyclone. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Ir3pSX

Ashes: James Anderson "Not Carrying Injury" But Will Miss Opening Ashes Test, Says England And Wales Cricket Board

England have decided to rest senior pacer James Anderson for the first Ashes Test beginning on Wednesday as part of their workload management. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oveeLH

How Ravichandran Ashwin Helped Ajaz Patel Get A 'Blue Tick' On Twitter

Ravichandran Ashwin worked his magic in the second Test, and proceeded to do the same on social media, lending a helping hand to his fellow spinner Ajaz Patel. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3043YAQ

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Team India Report Card

Team India made up for the disappointment of being denied a win in the 1st Test in Kanpur by completely outplaying New Zealand in Mumbai. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3yeO0k9

U.S. plans diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said such a move would be an “outright political provocation,” but gave no details on how China might retaliate. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31A7p2w

India vs New Zealand: Irfan Pathan's Ultimate Praise For "Captain" Virat Kohli After Series Triumph

India vs New Zealand: Former Team India cricketer Irfan Pathan lavished praise on Virat Kohli the captain after India's series triumph over New Zealand. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/32WlKqE

CEO fires over 900 employees over Zoom call in U.S.

Fortune reported that Mr. Garg accused the employees of “stealing” from their colleagues and customers by being unproductive and only working two hours a day. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ostf0X

Ashes 2021-22, Australia vs England 1st Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Ashes 2021-22, Australia vs England 1st Test: The much-awaited five-match Ashes series between Australia and England will get underway at The Gabba in Brisbane from December 8. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3363hrU

Ashes: Injured James Anderson Set To Miss Opening Test in Brisbane, Says Report

Veteran pace spearhead James Anderson is set to miss the opening Test against Australia, reports said Tuesday, dealing a blow to England's chances of regaining the Ashes. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ItkATI

West Indies White Ball Captain Kieron Pollard Out Of Pakistan Tour

West Indies white ball captain Kieron Pollard was left out of the squad to tour Pakistan on Sunday after failing to recover from a hamstring injury he sustained during the recent T20 World Cup. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rLoPEm

Morning Digest | Maharashtra tally at 10 after Mumbai reports first two cases of Omicron; Lok Sabha condemns Nagaland killings, demands compensation for victims, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3m1ApI3

UN slams ‘politically motivated’ Suu Kyi conviction in Myanmar

It closes yet another door to political dialogue: UN rights chief from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lAYlBJ

Iran ready to resume nuclear talks

It accuses West of stalling discussions from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lIO9XN

NASA’s 10 new astronauts: pilots, doctor, physicist, cyclist

More than 12,000 applied for the coveted spots. The 10 selected are in their 30s and 40s, and face two years of training before becoming eligible for spaceflight. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32VsW6m

UAE’s top security envoy makes rare visit to Iran

Ebrahim Raisi welcomes ‘improved ties’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pxPB0f

Solomons embattled PM survives confidence vote

He blames Taiwan’s ‘agents’ for crisis from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3InNy7J

Pakistan chopper crashes in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, two killed

A Pakistani Army helicopter crashed on Monday in bad weather in the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), killing the two pilots on board, the military sai from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3y44Odh

Olaf Scholz to take charge of Germany as Merkel era ends

He vows a ‘new beginning’, unveils a gender-balanced Cabinet from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lHq4Rk

Two Cricketers Of Bangladesh Women's Team Test Positive For COVID-19

Two members of Bangladesh women's team tested positive for COVID-19 after returning home from Zimbabwe, forcing the national cricket body to extend the isolation period. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pywy68

South Africa A vs India A: Navdeep Saini Takes 3/42, South Africa A Reach 249/7 Against India A On Day 1

South Africa A vs India A: India A fast bowler Navdeep Saini snapped three wickets but South Africa A still managed to score 249 for seven on the opening day of the third unofficial Test here on Monday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31s8slA

Shakib Al Hasan To Miss New Zealand Tour, Bangladesh Cricket Board Approves His Leave

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan will not be a part of the New Zealand tour for which the team will be leaving later this week. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3y6hvV1

Mohammad Kaif Wants This India Spinner To Be Regular In Test Playing XI Both Home And Away

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif feels seasoned off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin should be playing both home and away Test matches for the Indian team. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3349mFg

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Ravichandran Ashwin Gifts Ajaz Patel His Test Jersey Autographed By Teammates

India vs New Zealand: Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin presented his Team India's Test jersey to Ajaz Patel signed by the entire Indian team on becoming the third bowler in the history of Test cricket to bag all 10 wickets in an innings in Mumbai. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3EtQLQx

Myanmar court sentences ousted leader Suu Kyi to 4 years in prison

The ruling is the first in a series of cases brought against the 76-year-old Nobel laureate since the army seized power on February 1 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Evamjk

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: India Thrash New Zealand By 372 Runs To Clinch Series 1-0

2nd Test: Indian bowlers once again proved too hot handle as New Zealand's batting crumbled on Day 4 of the second Test with Virat Kohli's team registering a massive 372-run to win the two-match Test series 1-0. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3DvuVLg

Alibaba overhauls e-commerce businesses, appoints new CFO

The changes come as Alibaba faces headwinds on multiple fronts, including increased competition, a slowing economy and a regulatory crackdown. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3rLZtWO

Explainer | What led to Turkey’s currency crisis?

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s unconventional economic policies have been blamed for the country’s currency crisis. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GbW5Zi

"Virat Kohli Has Not Looked Out For Form": Wasim Jaffer Backs India Captain To End Century Drought Soon

India vs New Zealand: Former India batter Wasim Jaffer feels Virat Kohli hasn't looked out of form, despite not scoring a century in more than two years. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rT85eH

"Steve Smith As Vice-Captain Is A Controversial Choice," Says Former Australia Skipper Ian Chappell

Ahead of the upcoming five-match Ashes series against England, former Australia skipper Ian Chappell feels Steve Smith being named vice-captain is a "controversial" appointment. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IpuFBm

BAN vs PAK 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score Updates: Start Of Play Delayed Due To Rain In Dhaka

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score: The start of play on Day 3 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan is delayed due to rain in Dhaka. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Iz2wYL

Free Democrats approves deal for Scholz's new German government

Ms. Merkel, who has remained in office as a caretaker Chancellor while the new government was being negotiated, will step down this week after 16 years at Germany's helm. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3opxFWg

Watch: Spidercam Forces Early Tea On Day 3 Of 2nd Test Between India vs New Zealand, Sparks Meme Fest

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: The Spidercam provided some comic relief on Day 3 as a technical malfunction on it resulted in Tea being taken early in Mumbai. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/337ekkJ

IND vs NZ: Ravichandran Ashwin Surpasses Harbhajan Singh, Anil Kumble In Elite List Of Indian Bowlers

After he dismissed Will Young on 20 on Day 3 of the second Test, Ravichandran Ashwin achieved a historic milestone. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Dq06I4

Morning Digest | India reports 17 more Omicron cases; Centre reaches out to Naga groups in damage control, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3osMjfG

IND vs NZ 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates: India Need 5 Wickets To Beat World Test Champions

India vs New Zealand Test Day 4 Live Score: India need just 5 wickets to win the second Test match and take the series 1-0 against New Zealand. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Ese39L

Perth Makes Bid To Switch Ashes Test With Adelaide To Avoid Covid Quarantine Issues

Perth launched an audacious last-minute bid to swap its Ashes cricket Test with Adelaide Monday to avoid Covid quarantine issues, with a senior government official calling it a "no-brainer". from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/2ZZX67y

Anthony Fauci says early reports encouraging about omicron variant

U.S. President Joe Biden’s Chief Medical Advisor, Dr. Anthony Fauci, told CNN’s “State of the Union” on December 5 that scientists need more information before drawing conclusion’s about Omicron’s severity from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dlQkMe

Two blasts hit UN camps in northern Mali

The latest violence comes after 31 people were killed in an attack on Friday from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lBMl30

Bob Dole, former U.S. Presidential candidate, dies aged 98

Dole announced in February 2021 that he’d been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31uRdzx

Sri Lankan Government adviser links Pakistan lynching to Taliban takeover

Radical groups are getting emboldened, says Rohan Gunaratna, Director General of the Sri Lankan military think tank, the Institute of National Security Studies. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3Erg9q9

Israeli police questioned on attacker’s shooting

Palestinian was shot dead in Jerusalem from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EriRfz

‘Reluctance of U.S. cause for stalled pact,’ says Iranian official

Indirect talks between Washington and Tehran on reinstating their nuclear pact broke off on Friday from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xTDnmx

Myanmar junta chief meets Suu Kyi party stalwart

Experts say the move is aimed at sidelining the NLD chief from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EmXlbE

U.S. spy plane nearly caused mid-air ‘catastrophe’: Russia

Russian passenger plane with 142 people on board had to drop 500 meters to maintain safe distance from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31mfMPD

Watch: Shakib Al Hasan Slides On Wet Covers After Day 2 Of 2nd Bangladesh vs Pakistan Test, Sends Social Media Into Frenzy

Bangladesh vs Pakistan: Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan showcased his fun side as he slid over the wet covers after Day 2 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan was washed away due to rain. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3olCNux

U.S. slams Taliban over ‘killings’ of ex-security forces

“Reported cases must be investigated promptly and in a transparent manner, those responsible must be held accountable” from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dkcDSC

BAN vs PAK 2nd Test Day 2 Live Score Updates: Start Of Play Delayed Due To Rain

Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test Day 2 Live Score: The start of play on Day 2 of the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh has been halted due to rain at the Shere Bangla Stadium in Dhaka. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ry8eUB

Pakistan receives $3 billion loan from Saudi Arabia

The loan from Saudi Arabia will be for one year at a 4% interest rate under the terms of the package, which was signed last month from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xSY0iC

CNN fires Chris Cuomo for helping brother deal with scandal

The network had suspended its prime-time host on Tuesday to investigate his conduct, after New York's attorney general released details showing he was more involved than previously known. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3oqH6Fa

Aakash Chopra Predicts 6 Most Expensive Capped Indian Players At Indian Premier League 2022 Mega Auction

Former India batter Aakash Chopra, in a video uploaded on his YouTube channel, named six capped Indian players who might get sold for a massive sum during the mega IPL auction. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dhUTYd

Indonesia Semeru volcanic eruption kills 13; 10 evacuated

Semeru, the tallest mountain on Java island, threw up towers of ash and hot clouds on Saturday that blanketed nearby villages in East Java province. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xUTdx0

Morning Digest: Fresh cases in Maharashtra, Gujarat take India’s Omicron tally to 4; Government to clear all Air India debt this fiscal, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EtkYPP

Biden, Putin set video call Tuesday as Ukraine tensions grow

The last known call between the leaders was in July, when Mr. Biden pressed Mr. Putin to rein in Russia-based criminal hacking gangs launching ransomware attacks against the United States. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31zEyLy

India vs New Zealand: Zaheer Khan Shares His Thoughts On When India Should Declare On Day 3 of Mumbai Test

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Zaheer Khan said India now will have a target in mind and would want to declare as soon as possible by scoring quick runs on the third day's play. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3do7Q2F

"Delight To Watch": Richard Hadlee On Ajaz Patel's Performance Against India

Legendary New Zealand all-rounder Sir Richard Hadlee on Sunday congratulated spinner, Ajaz Patel, for becoming just the third bowler in the history of the game to pick all ten wickets in a single Test innings. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rCdKp2

"Mohammed Siraj Up There After Jasprit Bumrah And Mohammed Shami": Wasim Jaffer

Former India batter Wasim Jaffer feels that Mohammed Siraj should be a permanent member in India's Test team, adding that the latter should be the third choice quick after Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Ih8n4N

IND vs NZ 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score Updates: India Look To Continue Dominance Over New Zealand

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Day 3 Live Score: India will look to continue their dominance over New Zealand on Day 3 of the Mumbai Test. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rzKeQK

Australia’s medicine regulator approves Pfizer vaccine for children 5-11

Australia’s overall childhood immunisation coverage is also one of the highest in the world, with 95% of 5-year-olds inoculated with vaccines recommended for their age, health data showed from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31z72VN

COVID-19 | More Omicron cases detected in U.S. as hospitals strain under virus surge

“The Omicron variant is here, and as anticipated we are seeing the beginning of community spread,” state Health Commissioner Mary Bassett said in a news release. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lxnUUk

FARC | Five years of solitude for the ex-guerrillas

Despite successfully transitioning into a political party, the erstwhile FARC has not managed to achieve what it expected of the 2016 Peace Accord with the Colombian government from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3IkwEqv

Moqtada al-Sadr | The kingmaker of Iraq

The Shia cleric’s bloc emerged as the winner of the October legislative vote from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EEGDox

Ravichandran Ashwin's Post On Ajaz Patel's 10-Wicket Haul Against India Wins Hearts

Ravichandran Ashwin, who took four wickets in the last session to help India bowl New Zealand out for 62 the lowest Test total on Indian soil said Ajaz Patel has joined an elite club which "eludes 99 per cent of the bowler that play the game." from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3EtGEve

Russia junks U.S. reports on possible Ukraine offensive

Intel officials say Moscow is planning attack with 1,75,000 troops from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3IkiVjv

Dinesh Karthik Explains Why Virat Kohli Didn't Impose Follow-on Despite Bowling New Zealand Out for 62

India vs New Zealand: Despite taking a first innings lead of 263 runs, India skipper Virat Kohli did not enforce the follow-on on the Kiwis in the ongoing second Test in Mumbai. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Dt3Isx

World's Oldest Test Cricketer Eileen Ash Passes Away At 110

Ash, a right-arm seam bowler, who made her Test debut against Australia in 1937, represented England seven times either side of World War II, retiring in 1949. She worked with British intelligence during the war and played golf until the age of 98. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3xV0soN

Mohammed Siraj Says Delivery To Ross Taylor "Dream For Any Fast Bowler"

Asked about the delivery to Taylor, Siraj said, "The plan was that we had set field for an inswing delivery and was aim to hit the pads but the way I was building my rhythm, I thought why not bowl an outswing. It was a dream delivery for any fast bowler." from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3GfCwPQ

At least 30 killed in Mali truck attack

The attack has not been claimed, but it bears the mark of local armed groups linked to al-Qaeda from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EsARWW

No deaths yet as Omicron grips 38 countries: WHO

It could slow economic recovery: IMF from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3opzceQ

Indian-American mathematician Nikhil Srivastava among 3 selected for inaugural Ciprian Foias Prize

Along with Prof. Srivastava, who teaches at the University of California, Berkeley, the two other awardees are Adam Marcus and Daniel Spielman from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dhFPts

Rohit Sharma Set To Replace Ajinkya Rahane As Test Vice-Captain: Sources To NDTV

India's T20I skipper Rohit Sharma is set to become the vice-captain of the Test team, sources told NDTV. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3xQNZSY

Sri Lanka’s Parliament condemns Lankan national’s lynching in Pakistan

The Sri Lankan government and the Opposition were united in urging the Sri Lankan authorities to have talks with Islamabad to ensure the safety of the rest of the Sri Lankan workers in Pakistan. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xRRx7D

United Nations renews anti-piracy ships off Somalia for only three months

The Council had been renewing the authorisation for regional organisations and countries to fight against piracy and armed robbery off the coast of the Horn of Africa nation for 12 months. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xRRvwx

Contact tracing revs up in some states as Omicron reaches U.S.

Some of the U.S. cases involve people who hadn’t traveled recently, meaning the variant was likely already circulating domestically in some parts of the country. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3luJyZa

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Virat Kohli's LBW Dismissal On Day 1 Triggers Meme Fest

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Indian skipper Virat Kohli's controversial LBW decision sparked a meme fest on Twitter. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31sIAFQ

Parents of Michigan boy charged in Oxford school shooting

Parents in the U.S. are rarely charged in school shootings involving their children, even as most minors get guns from a parent or relative’s house, according to experts. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3G7DoGe

Bangladesh vs Pakistan, 2nd Test, Day 1 Live Updates: Pakistan Win Toss, Opt To Bat

Bangladesh vs Pakistan, 2nd Test Day 1 Live Updates: Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and opted to bat on Day 1 of the second Test. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pwQ9nk

India vs New Zealand: Mayank Agarwal Says Test Hundred At Wankhede "Always Special For Any Indian"

India opening batter Mayank Agarwal has said that scoring a hundred at the Wankhede Stadium is special for any Indian. Mayank's comments after the right-handed batter registered a century on Day 1 of the ongoing second Test against New Zealand. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dgAEdi

IND vs NZ: Former India Cricketer Pragyan Ojha's Unique Take On Virat Kohli's Dismissal In Mumbai Test

Virat Kohli was given out LBW by the on-field umpire and the third umpire after finding "no conclusive evidence" decided not to overturn the decision. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IlGubs

Brazil's Bolsonaro to be investigated for linking vaccine and AIDS

The future of any probe is uncertain, however. Mr. Aras rarely goes against the President and has not opened an investigation into Mr. Bolsonaro's handling of the pandemic despite calls to do so by the Senate committee from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EmL5YQ

U.S. intelligence finds Russia planning Ukraine offensive

Earlier Friday, Joe Biden pledged to make it “very, very difficult” for Russia’s Vladimir Putin to take military action in Ukraine from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/2ZRI8QS

"Pat Cummins, Justin Langer Believe In Him": Jason Gillespie "Comfortable" With Steve Smith's Return To Leadership Role

Former Australia fast bowler Jason Gillespie said he is "comfortable" to see Steve Smith back in the leadership group after the infamous ball-tampering scandal in 2018. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/2ZTwjcV

"It's Not Like You Won't Get Chance To Make Comeback": Zaheer Khan After Injured Ajinkya Rahane Misses Mumbai Test

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan feels Ajinkya Rahane, who did not find a place in India's playing XI for the ongoing second Test in Mumbai owing to a minor hamstring strain, is not under pressure despite not being able to score runs in the longest format of the game lately. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dltSD0

IND vs NZ 2nd Test Day 2 Live Score Updates: Mayank Agarwal, Wriddhiman Saha Look To Extend India's Advantage

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Day 2 Live Score: Mayank Agarwal and Wriddhiman look to extend India's advantage over New Zealand in Mumbai Test on Day 2. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dhHijk

WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan urges people not to panic over Omicron

"We need to wait, lets hope it's milder ... but it's too early to conclude about the variant as a whole," says Soumya Swaminathan. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3GdEYqg

BCCI Set To Clear Indian Team's Travel To South Africa: Report

India's tour of South Africa comprises three Tests, three ODIs and four T20 Internationals and is scheduled to start on December 17 at the Johannesburg. The players will remain in a water-tight environment during the near seven-week tour. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Iiq6bW

India A vs South Africa A Second Unofficial Test Ends In Draw

In pursuit of a 234-run target, India were going along nicely at 155 for three in their second innings when bad light forced an early stumps. India had more than 20 overs at their disposal and needed to score 79 runs but the weather conditions did not improve. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3DkVaUS

Vaccination key to battling Omicron: WHO

It urges countries to fully vaccinate vulnerable groups, says border control measures only ‘buy time’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/32YA5D5

Sri Lanka suffers major power outage

Sri Lanka experienced an island-wide power outage on Friday, for over five hours, amid persisting fears of a fuel crisis and a shortage of LPG cylinde from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3IgrCv6

17 suspected Omicron cases after Oslo party

At least 17 people who caught COVID-19 after a Christmas party with more than 100 guests in Oslo last week are suspected of having the Omicron variant from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3rvsDcH

"This is what dreams are made of": Ajaz Patel After Picking Four Wickets On Day 1 In Mumbai Test

Life has come full circle for Ajaz Patel who returned with figures of 4/73 from his 29 overs on Day 1 of the 2nd Test against India. "This is what dreams are made of. To be out here and to go up there and pick up four wickets in the first day is pretty special," Patel from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3piEY16

Trump faces flurry of investigations beyond Jan. 6 probe

As Donald Trump's lawyers try to block the White House from releasing records to the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrec from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ElMTRD

UAE buys record 80 Rafale jets for €14 billion

Macron kicks off West Asia tour from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/2ZReKdD

Mumbai Weather Report: Rain Threat Looms Large Over India vs New Zealand Series-Deciding 2nd Test Day 1 At Wankhede

The weather forecast of Mumbai for Friday morning is not promising at all. According to AccuWeather there is more than 40% chance of rain from 7 Am which increases to more than 50% around 9 am in the morning, exactly when the toss is scheduled. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3Ei0EAQ

SA A vs IND A, 2nd Game: Sarfaraz Khan, Ishan Porel Impress on Day 3

While Ishan Porel scalped two wickets, Saurabh Kumar and Baba Aparajith picked a wicket each as India A reduced South Africa A to 116/5, extending the lead to 137. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31nvHge

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Preview: Weather, Combination Worry For Captain Virat Kohli As Series On Line For Team India

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Captain Virat Kohli returns to the side as India look to beat New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium to win the two-match series. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IfrDzh

UN headquarters cordoned off over armed man

Images showed armed police surrounding the man standing on a sidewalk while holding what appeared to be a gun. from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lujAFo

Chinese firm signs energy deal with Male

Its project off Sri Lanka’s Jaffna Peninsula was suspended after India objected from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pkGK22

England's Chris Woakes Says Leave Pre-Ashes Scandals Off The Field

Ashes: England paceman Chris Woakes called Thursday for the racism and sexting scandals that have overshadowed preparations for the opening Test against Australia not to be used for sledging during the series. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ru5szu

India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli Shares Post Ahead Of Mumbai Test. See Pics

IND vs NZ: Kohli will be looking to end his barren run of not having scored a century in over two years now across all formats. His last century came against Bangladesh in 2019. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31oLlHW

Wasim Jaffer's Hilarious Meme On How "To Negate" New Zealand Pacer Kyle Jamieson in Mumbai Test

Wasim Jaffer, indicating Jamiesons height, posted a photo and said there should be a "limit" outside the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai the venue for the second and final Test match between India and New Zealand. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3G7VibV

Watch: Rahul Dravid Gives Throwdowns To Virat Kohli Ahead Of Mumbai Test vs New Zealand

The Mumbai Test, which begins on Friday, will mark the first chapter of the Kohli-Dravid era. Dravid took over from Shastri as Indias head coach after the T20 World Cup. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dd1QtC

India vs New Zealand 2nd Test: Ravichandran Ashwin Eyes 50-Wicket Mark In 2021, Looks To Obliterate Another Record

IND vs NZ: Ashwin is currently tied with Harbhajan Singh and Anil Kumble as all three have taken 50 wickets in a calendar year thrice. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31iKHfc

Wasim Jaffer Names Two Players Who Could Make Way For Virat Kohli In India's Playing XI vs New Zealand

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Former India opener Wasim Jaffer named two players who could make way for regular skipper Virat Kohli in the playing XI for the second Test versus New Zealand in Mumbai. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3lsMi9g

Ball is in U.S. court, says Iran

Iran said on Thursday that an agreement to revive his country’s nuclear deal with world powers was “within reach” but it depended on the goodwill of t from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3ltKKw0

Use diplomacy: Blinken

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday urged Russia to “de-escalate” on Ukraine and use “diplomacy”, reiterating his threat of “serious co from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lpiF95

Ukraine’s Crimea goal a threat: Russia

Kremlin slams President Zelensky’s comment on ‘liberating’ the territory, seized by Moscow in 2014 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31qqDaB

U.S. slams China ‘drive’ for hypersonic weapons

Washington vows to confront Beijing’s potential military threats in Asia from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3DbNOCU

No consensus over envoys for Afghanistan, Myanmar

The committee responsible for approving nominations of Ambassadors to the UN met on Wednesday without reaching consensus on competing claims to repres from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xLIZiu

Cambodia’s Hun Sen backs son to take over leadership

Cambodia’s strongman Prime Minister Hun Sen, who has led the country for more than three decades, on Thursday backed his eldest son to take over the t from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xPFCad

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

IND vs NZ, 2nd Test: After the first Test ended in a draw, India and New Zealand will face off in the second and the final Test match starting from Friday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The two-match series stands at 0-0. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3G3Uh4I

"Don't Ignore The Performance Of Shreyas Iyer": VVS Laxman's Plea To Rahul Dravid And Virat Kohli

Former India batter VVS Laxman said the Team India management shouldn't forget about Shreyas Iyer's debut Test performance in Kanpur while selecting the line-up for the Mumbai Test. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IoJ0y3

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test Predicted XI: Ajinkya Rahane Can Make Way For Virat Kohli

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Few changes are expected to be made in Team India's final XI for the Mumbai Test starting December 3. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3IbOsnI

BCCI Wants South Africa Tour Delayed, Decision By Sunday Likely: Sources

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has set a deadline of Sunday to decide on the fate of the Indian men's cricket team's upcoming tour of South Africa, sources have informed NDTV. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3oeEsC3

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 2nd Test, Day 4 Highlights

Sri Lanka vs West Indies 2nd Test, Day 4 Highlights: Dhananjaya de Silva smashed an unbeaten century to put Sri Lanka back in control of the second Test against the West Indies on Thursday as they finished day four in Galle on 328 for 8. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3D9jitm

"KKR Played A Very Vital Role In Me Adorning The Blues": Venkatesh Iyer

India all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer said that Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have played a vital role in him wearing the Indian jersey. KKR retained Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Varun Chakravarthy and Venkatesh Iyer for the upcoming IPL. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3G5Pa46

"Yuzvendra Chahal Might End Up Getting More Money In The Auction Than By Being Retained": Laxman Sivaramakrishnan

Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan feels Yuzvendra Chahal might end up getting big bucks at the auction. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3d7nors

"Yuzvendra Chahal Might End Up Getting More Money In The Auction Than By Being Retained": Laxman Sivaramakrishnan

Former India cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan feels Yuzvendra Chahal might end up getting big bucks at the auction. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3d7nors

Women's tennis tour suspends China events over Peng concerns

China typically hosts about 10 women's tennis tournaments each year, including the prestigious season-ending WTA Finals from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EfHJH3

Alex Carey Replaces Tim Paine As Australian Wicketkeeper For Ashes

Alex Carey was Thursday confirmed as Australia's wicketkeeper for the first two Ashes Tests against England after scandal-hit former skipper Tim Paine stepped down. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/31lXu0g

"Absolutely Heartbreaking": Rohit Sharma On Mumbai Indians Not Being Able To Retain All "Gun Players"

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma, who was retained by the franchise ahead of the mega auction in IPL 2022, said it was "heart-breaking" not to be able to hold on to their entire core group of cricketers. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3G5OUBV

Indian Premier League: Five Unretained Bowlers Who Could Start A Bidding War In Auction If Not Picked By Two New Teams

With franchises playing safe and retaining some of their top batters and all-rounders, bowlers who have impressed in IPL cricket before were left without a team. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3pgM2LT

COVID-19 | First case of omicron variant in U.S. identified

Dr. Anthony Fauci told reporters that the person, who returned from South Africa on Nov. 22, was experiencing “mild symptoms.” from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3G8ndJ0

SA A vs IND A: Hanuma Vihari Unbeaten On 45 As India A Reach 198/5 In Second Unofficial Test

Eyeing a senior national team return, Hanuma Vihari found some runs as India A reached 198 for five at stumps against South Africa A on the second day of the second unofficial Test on Wednesday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3dbeuJj

COVID-19 Positive Michael Vaughan Dropped By Sports Channel From Ashes Coverage

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has been dropped from a sports channel's Ashes coverage beginning December 8, following allegations that he had made racist remarks during his stint at Yorkshire county club in 2009. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3DcQErk

Indian Premier League: "Story Continues", Says Jasprit Bumrah As Mumbai Indians Retain Pacer

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Wednesday expressed happiness after he was retained by Mumbai Indians ahead of the mega Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3ocv7Ld

Russia orders some U.S. staff to fly home

The step comes after Russia’s Ambassador to the United States said last week that 27 Russian diplomats and their families were being expelled from the United States from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3xGtPuQ

Honduras ruling party accepts election defeat

With just over 52% of votes counted, former First Lady Ms. Castro led with 53.49% votes from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3EeW72c

China is trying to drive Australia to its knees: U.S.

‘Beijing engaging in economic warfare’ from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3lt1iEp

Taliban urge U.S. to release frozen funds

They call for an end to blacklists, sanctions from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pb6v4I

Afghanistan faces fiscal shock: UN

For decades now Afghanistan’s economy has been undermined by war and drought and was propped up by billions in international aid from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3dandf2

EU plans €300 billion infrastructure fund to counter China’s BRI

It aims at mobilising public and private investment by 2027 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pb6pKo

WHO members agree to forge a pandemic accord

The process will present its final outcome in 2024 from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/31jU4es

Vulnerable people should put off travel: WHO

The agency warns against blanket travel bans, says ‘evidence-informed, risk-based approach’ needed from The Hindu - International https://ift.tt/3pfeRbz

"It Was A No-Brainer": Robin Uthappa Surprised To See Delhi Capitals Not Retain Veteran Opener And Top Paceman

Uthappa was also of the view that the franchise should have retained both Nortje and his countryman Kagiso Rabada in order to set up their fast bowling line-up. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3xGKkY3

Andy Flower Steps Down From Coaching Role At Punjab Kings: Report

During his time with the England team, Flower led the side to the T20 World Cup title in 2010 and number one spot in the Test rankings. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3rnaT3j

India vs New Zealand, 2nd Test: Need To Be Tighter With Our Line, Length In Mumbai, Says New Zealand Spinner Ajaz Patel

India vs New Zealand: India-born New Zealand spinner Ajaz Patel said he and colleagues were guilty of not maintaining their line and length in the opening Test and would need to be tighter in their execution in the second game beginning Friday. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3lqK6PD

IPL: Virat Kohli Shares Message After Being Retained By Royal Challengers Bangalore

On Wednesday, Kohli took to social media platform Koo to express his happiness on continuing his journey with the franchise. from Latest Cricket News, Cricket Info, Sports News Updates - NDTVSports.com https://ift.tt/3xFFUkb