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Bianca Andreescu’s missed serve on match point helped Kazakhstan defeat Canada 3-1 in the Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers in Astana. Yulia Putintseva sealed the win in a tight three-set match. Kazakhstan advanced to the 2026 Finals, while Canada will now play in the Playoffs as Andreescu continues her comeback season.

This is not about politics. This is about keeping our promise to the daughters of India. Let us rise above hesitation & move forward, together, for 'Nari Shakti’, says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in a letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge

Trump has declared an immediate naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed diplomatic talks with Iran. Trump stated Iran's alleged "extortion" would cease, vowing military action if necessary. This move, potentially illegal under international law, threatens global energy supplies, impacting major Asian economies and allies, while potentially benefiting the US.

President Trump has issued a stern warning to China, threatening a "staggering" 50% tariff if Beijing aids Iran militarily. He expressed confidence Iran would yield to US demands, asserting that tough rhetoric brought them to the negotiating table. Trump also detailed plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz and warned of severe retaliation against any Iranian aggression.

Cases include the primary teachers’ recruitment scam, alleged diversion of PDS wheat meant for welfare schemes, ‘illegal’ coal mining, money laundering, the alleged municipal recruitment scam, land grabbing, and siphoning of funds

The price hike ranges between 5% to 15% across hotels and eateries in the city

Prime Minister Modi alleged a 'tukde-tukde gang' threatened to sever the Siliguri Corridor, accusing the TMC of supporting them. He criticized the TMC's appeasement politics, claiming it caused suffering and stalled development, including vital infrastructure projects. Modi promised a special package for North Bengal and urged voters to support the BJP for security and jobs.

Virat Kohli and Phil Salt's explosive 120-run opening partnership powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a strong start against Mumbai Indians. Salt's rapid 78 set the tone, while Kohli's 50 marked his 47th T20 century partnership, the most in the format. This stand laid a crucial foundation for RCB's innings.

The Middle East's conflicts are analyzed through the lens of 'proxies and levers,' where state actors use non-state groups to project power and achieve strategic goals. This approach, while avoiding direct military costs, often results in prolonged violence, instability, and humanitarian crises, complicating peace efforts in the region.

Girls outperform boys in I and II results