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Sri Lanka Clinches ODI Series with Gritty 5-Wicket Win Over West Indies
Sri Lanka powered to a 5-wicket win against West Indies in the second ODI at Pallekele, locking up the series 2-0. Dhananjaya de Silva and Angelo Mathews delivered clutch performances. With one match left, Sri Lanka is aiming for a clean sweep while West Indies seeks redemption.
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Sumit Nagal Shocks No. 27 Bublik to Break 35-Year Indian Drought at Australian Open
Sumit Nagal pulled off a sensational upset against No. 27 seed Alexander Bublik at the 2024 Australian Open, making him the first Indian in 35 years to topple a seeded player at a Grand Slam. Ranked 137th, Nagal's victory marks a career-defining moment and reignites hope for Indian tennis.
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CDSL Announces 1:1 Bonus Shares, Sets Record Date for August 24
CDSL has approved a 1:1 bonus share issue, marking its first-ever bonus for shareholders, with August 24, 2025 as the record date. The move follows sharp profit and revenue growth, recent dividend payouts, and an 18% jump in the stock price over two weeks.
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Azmatullah Omarzai Named ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year, Marking Afghan Cricket Milestone
Azmatullah Omarzai made history in 2024 as the first Afghan to win the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year award. The 24-year-old all-rounder starred with both bat and ball, helping Afghanistan win four out of five ODI series. His remarkable year is now a major inspiration for aspiring Afghan cricketers.
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India Confirms Jet Losses but Dismisses Rafale Downing Claims in Pakistan Clash
India has admitted losing fighter jets in early May 2025 during strikes on Pakistan but firmly denies that six—including three Rafales—were shot down, as claimed by Pakistan. India shifted tactics mid-conflict, inflicting major damage on key Pakistani airbases and terror hubs, while all Indian pilots survived. Nuclear escalation was avoided as both sides held back.
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Pakistani Air Force Claims J-10C, JF-17 Have Edge Over India’s Rafale Jets in BVR Combat
A top Pakistani Air Force officer claims the J-10C and JF-17 jets outperform India's Rafale in beyond-visual-range combat, thanks to superior radar features, advanced missiles, and speed. Indian Rafales, however, have battle experience and strong electronic warfare tools, fueling debate over which side holds the real advantage.
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Rohit Sharma Blazes 81 as Mumbai Indians Knock Out Gujarat Titans to Reach IPL Qualifier 2
Rohit Sharma's spectacular 81 off 50 balls led Mumbai Indians to a 20-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 Eliminator. Supported by Jonny Bairstow and sharp bowling from Jasprit Bumrah, MI booked a spot in Qualifier 2, setting up a dramatic showdown with Chennai Super Kings.
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Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Batter Ranchi and Eastern Jharkhand Just Ahead of Monsoon Surge
Jharkhand is grappling with relentless thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, mainly in Ranchi and neighboring districts, as IMD issues repeated warnings. Waterlogging, power outages, and crop risks have led authorities to roll out safety and repair measures. Meteorologists expect a wetter-than-usual start to the monsoon season.
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MP Weather Alert: Storms and Heavy Rain Set to Disrupt Multiple Districts, Big Temperature Drop Coming
Intense storms and rainfall are expected to hit Madhya Pradesh and neighboring regions from May 30, with thundersquall winds reaching up to 70 kmph. The Indian Meteorological Department warns of sudden temperature drops, disruption risks, and dust storms sweeping into West Rajasthan in early June.
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Babar Azam Dismissed for Duck in Practice as Kamran Ghulam Impresses Against Haris Rauf
In a surprising twist during Pakistan's Champions Trophy preparations, Babar Azam was dismissed for zero by Shaheen Afridi in practice, while Kamran Ghulam handled the fierce pace of Haris Rauf and others with composure. Squad changes due to injuries give new faces a chance, with a crucial tri-series ahead.
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