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Pakistan’s cricket falling apart the same way as hockey, says Kamran Akmal

New Delhi, Sep 15 (ANS) Pakistan were no match against a far-superior India in the Group A match of the T20 Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday.While the world champions’ dominance reflected in the seven-wicket win, Pakistan’s disappointment showed up in the words of their former wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal – inviting comparison with the downfall of country’s hockey.“Pakistan cricket is following the same path as its hockey. It is happening with a lot of planning. Cricket is being pulled down,” said Akmal while talking to www.telecomasia.netPakistan could only muster a meager 127/9 after opting to bat first at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Had it not been for opener Sahibzada Farhan’s 44-ball 40 and an unbeaten cameo of 33 off 16 by Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan would have struggled to re...

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Senior Finance Ministry official killed, wife injured after BMW hits motorcycle in Delhi

INDIA, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) A senior official of the Union Ministry of Finance died, and his wife was left seriously injured after their motorcycle was hit by a BMW car near the Delhi Cantt metro station, police said, adding that a case has been registered under the relevant sections.The victim, Navjot Singh, who was serving as Deputy Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance, was returning home from Bangla Sahib Gurudwara on his bike when the accident occurred on Sunday evening.His wife, Sandeep Kaur, who was riding with him, sustained critical injuries.According to the Delhi Police, the accused, instead of taking the victims to the nearest hospital, drove them nearly 17 to 19 kilometres away to a private hospital in GTB Nagar, said to be linked to an acqu...

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‘You can change the man’: Amorim after Manchester Derby defeat

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Manchester, Sep 15 (IANS) Man United head coach Ruben Amorim remains adamant that he will not change his footballing philosophy after his team fell to a 0-3 defeat against Manchester City.The Red Devils were second best at the Etihad Stadium as Phil Foden’s first-half header and Erling Haaland’s second-half double gave Pep Guardiola’s side the victory in the Manchester Derby."I understand and accept it is not a record you should have at Manchester United. There are a lot of things, you have no idea what happened during these months but I am not going to change. When I want to change my philosophy, I will change. If not, you have to change the man,” said AmorimAfter having finished 15th in the 2024-25 Premier League season, United have once again gotten off to a stuttering start in the new ...

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Teenager injured in landmine blast in J&K’s Anantnag succumbs to injuries in Srinagar hospital

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Srinagar, Sep 15 (IANS) A teenager injured in a landmine explosion in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district succumbed to critical injuries on Monday at the Army hospital in Srinagar.Officials said that a teenager was injured on Sunday in a landmine explosion near the fencing of the Army’s Khundroo camp in Anantnag district.“He was immediately shifted to the Government Medical College (GMC) hospital in Anantnag town, from where he was shifted to the Army’s 92 base hospital in Srinagar. The teenager succumbed to injuries in the base hospital today. He had crossed into the fenced area of the Army’s Khundroo camp when he stepped on a landmine that exploded,” officials said.The boy has been identified as Shahid Ahmad, son of Mohammad Yusuf of Larnoo village in Anantnag district.The Army’s 21 fi...

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Karan Johar hails global recognition of ‘Homebound’: Our film’s a story we are all so proud of

ENTERTAINMENT

Mumbai, Sep 15 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar showcased his gratitude after his production “Homebound” received global appreciation at the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).Karan took to Instagram, where he shared the poster of the film, which stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor. He finds it surreal that the film was “accepted and appreciated” across the globe. The poster featured that the movie was the Second Runner Up at the 2025 International People's Choice Award category at TIFF.“Always more special when it’s the people’s choice…Homebound, our film is a story we are all so so proud of and to see it being loved, accepted and appreciated across the globe, across language or any barriers - it is surreal! A big thank you to @tiff_net for givi...

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77th Primetime Emmys: Noah Wyle wins Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

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Los Angeles, Sep 15 (IANS) Actor-writer Noah Wyle walked away with the trophy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 77th Edition of the Primetime Emmy Awards. The actor won the award for his performance as Dr Michael “Robby” Robinavitch in ‘The Pitt’. He won his first Emmy after he edged out Sterling K Brown, legendary actor Gary Oldman, Pedro Pascal and Adam Scott.‘The Pitt’ is a critically acclaimed medical drama series. It premiered on HBO Max on January 9, 2025, and is created by R. Scott Gemmill. The series unfolds over a single 15-hour shift at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center, capturing the intense and often harrowing experiences of emergency department staff.The series stars Noah Wyle as a seasoned attending physician navigating personal and professional...

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Dengue cases rise in TN’s Krishnagiri, govt steps up preventive measures

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Chennai, Sep 15 (IANS) An increase in dengue cases across Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu has prompted intensified anti-dengue operations, with health officials deploying large-scale preventive measures to curb the spread. District Health Officer Dr G. Ramesh Kumar said that 48 cases were reported in August, while 27 fresh cases were confirmed in the first two weeks of September. “Last month, we recorded only one or two cases a week. Now, more than five cases are emerging weekly. Eight cases have been reported from Shoolagiri, five from Hosur City Municipal Corporation, and four from Hosur town,” he noted. To check mosquito breeding, 30 Domestic Breeding Checking (DBC) workers have been appointed in each of the district’s ten blocks. They are conducting daily fogging operations and over...

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His brilliance left indelible mark: PM Modi’s tribute to Sir M Visvesvaraya on Engineers’ Day

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New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary, observed nationwide as Engineers' Day, and lauded his extraordinary contributions that shaped India's engineering landscape. He also acknowledged the vital role of engineers in driving innovation across diverse sectors and their efforts in building a "Viksit Bharat".In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Today, on Engineers' Day, I pay homage to Sir M. Visvesvaraya, whose brilliance left an indelible mark on India's engineering landscape. I extend warm greetings to all engineers who, through their creativity and determination, continue to drive innovation and tackle tough challenges across sectors. Our engineers will continue playing a crucial role in t...