Sohail Tanvir’s winning run in the 2008 IPL final symbolically marked the last meaningful appearance of Pakistani players in the league. After the 2008 Mumbai attacks, political tensions led to their exclusion from IPL auctions. Though Azhar Mahmood later played as a British citizen, Pakistani players remain effectively barred due to visa issues, political risk, and commercial pressures.
Two Indian nationals have died and 10 others were injured in an attack in Sohar city, Oman. Five of the injured have been discharged from the hospital, while the remaining five are receiving medical treatment. Indian authorities are in contact with Omani officials and are providing assistance to the affected nationals.
Eid ul-Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast, will be celebrated in India on March 20 or 21, 2026. The exact date depends on the crescent moon sighting. This joyous occasion marks the end of Ramadan. Families will reunite for prayers, feasts, and to exchange greetings. Children will receive Eidi gifts.
Thousands of Chinese fishing boats formed unusual geometric patterns in the East China Sea, raising questions about potential military or strategic mobilization. Experts suggest these large-scale, coordinated gatherings, unlike normal fishing, may indicate preparations for crisis scenarios involving Taiwan or Japan.
The BCCI has no say in Sunrisers signing Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred. This is an overseas league. The franchise faces social media criticism. Owner Kavya Maran is targeted. The official X account of Sunrisers Leeds was reportedly suspended. The BCCI cannot intervene in this matter. The franchise has not issued a statement.
Former England youth international Amy Carr has sadly passed away at the age of 35 after fighting a brain tumour for more than a decade. Carr, who once played for top clubs such as Chelsea F.C. Women, Arsenal W.F.C., and Reading F.C. Women, inspired many people through her courage and determination during her illness. She was first diagnosed with a high-grade brain tumour in 2015.
Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’ (Jan 23, 2026 release) earned Rs 392cr+ worldwide. Now on OTT from March 20. Anurag Singh directs 1971 Indo-Pak war saga with Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty honoring real heroes. Action-packed drama blends battles, sacrifices, and hit track “Ghar Kab Aoge.”
High-energy lasers are emerging as a cost-effective defense against drones and missiles, with costs as low as $3.50 per shot compared to millions for missile interceptors. Despite decades of development and some deployments, challenges remain in scaling the technology for widespread military use due to environmental limitations and production hurdles.
Gold prices saw a significant dip on Friday, with futures trade closing at Rs 1.59 lakh per 10 grams. This decline was influenced by weaker international trends and a stronger US dollar. Analysts highlight the strengthening dollar as a key pressure point, while geopolitical risks and economic signals remain under close observation by traders.
Stock market crash today: Continuing the down trend, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex tanked in trade on Friday as oil prices climbed and the Strait of Hormuz closure halted important global trade. While Nifty50 went below 23,200, BSE Sensex was down over 1,400 points.
Miraj, a historic city in Maharashtra, is renowned for its musical instrument making. Craftsmen create exquisite sitars and tanpuras using a special type of pumpkin. This tradition, passed down through generations, faces threats from climate change impacting pumpkin size. The craft requires government support for survival. The disappearance of this art would mean losing music, history, and ancestral voices.
