Pakistan women's team head coach Wahab Riaz has insisted that his side will not compromise on playing an attacking brand of cricket during the T20 World Cup in England, beginning on Friday.
West Bengal's Special Task Force has arrested three individuals in Cooch Behar for alleged involvement in espionage activities linked to Pakistan's ISI. The trio is suspected of smuggling Indian SIM cards to Pakistan via Bangladesh and producing counterfeit currency. These arrests follow a series of apprehensions in Bengal related to suspected terror links, including a Pakistani national believed to be a spy.
An accused in the devastating 2011 Mumbai serial bomb blasts has been granted bail by a special MCOCA court, primarily due to his prolonged incarceration of nearly 15 years and the principle of parity with co-accused.
The Pakistan Cricket Board is considering a two-year ban for several former national players who participated in the unsanctioned Asian Legends Cup in Lusaka, Zambia. The tournament, which was not approved by the ICC or the Zambia Cricket Union, saw players like Mohammed Irfan, Imran Nazir, and Yasir Shah take part, while others like Muhammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik withdrew. The PCB has warned of severe disciplinary action, including ineligibility for future cricketing assignments.
The Pakistan women's cricket team is reportedly facing significant internal disagreements and a tense environment during the Women's T20 World Cup in England. Amidst a winless streak, reports highlight clashes between team mentor Wahab Riaz and captain Fatima Sana over selection and disciplinary matters, alongside broader issues of team groupings and coaching frustrations. This mirrors past problems in Pakistani cricket, exacerbated by frequent coaching changes.
'It was only after Aishwarya ran for 100 days and became a massive hit that Shah Rukh Khan signed Deepika Padukone.'
Jharkhand CID arrested two individuals from Giridh district for circulating and selling online child sexual exploitative and abuse material to citizens of multiple foreign countries.
The Pakistan Cricket Board's policy regarding employees working with Pakistan Super League franchises is under scrutiny after Misbah ul Haq confirmed his role as a consultant with Peshawar Zalmi, despite being a national selector and batting consultant with the PCB.
A 28-year-old cleric was allegedly assaulted by a group of men in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case and arrested one suspect, while efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining accused. The incident has sparked condemnation and calls for strict action.
The Pakistan Cricket Board's policy regarding its employees working for Pakistan Super League franchises is unclear, causing confusion among staff and franchise officials.
A cleric was allegedly assaulted in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from religious organisations.
Bollywood's ladies make a splash at Mumbai wedding.
Vishnu Aravind's Madhuvidhu is a family entertainer that works in parts but falters when its drama turns unconvincing, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
At least 19 people have died in Karachi, Pakistan, due to severe rainstorms, thunderstorms, and strong winds, causing building collapses and electrocution.
Made in Korea had the potential to be a culturally rich coming-of-age story but settles for a generic template with an underdeveloped location setting, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
The Pakistan Cricket Board sacked selectors Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq on Wednesday
Prabhas' forthcoming film The RajaSaab is up for release, and the promos in Mumbai kicked off with a song release.
The Raja Saab is a poorly judged effort to appease to the lowest hanging fruit, and is not sincere in its ambition to entertain, notes Arjun Menon.
'It is wrong to say he turned director to create starring opportunities for himself. He was happy with what he had.'
Asrani may have never been a marquee name up in sparkling lights or on outsized posters but the sheer proficiency with which he realised his characters has unleashed gales of laughter over five decades and made a significant contribution to several landmark films. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor.
Singer-actress Sulakshana Pandit, 71, passed into the ages on November 6 after a prolonged illness. Besides her acting roles, she leaves behind some beautiful songs to remember her by.
A special screening of the film Kesari Veer starring Suniel Shetty, Sooraj Pancholi, Vivek Oberoi and Akanksha Sharma was held on Wednesday night.
Wahab Riaz has conveyed to the head coach Misbah ul haq that he is ready to make a return to Test cricket if his services are required
Wahab, 33, said it is a dream come true to get a chance to play his third successive World Cup.
Wahab said he will not play in the revamped Quaid-e-Azam Trophy first class tournament which kicks off from Saturday.
Batsman Fawad Alam, who was also named in the 20-member squad along with two specialist spinners could make a comeback to Pakistan's Test team after 11 years.
Wahab's celebration style was the talk of the PSL after he exhibited it in the first match but has now tapered down his aggression.
A veterans' cricket match involving India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends in London on Sunday has been cancelled after Indian players, including Shikhar Dhawan, refused to be a part of it citing the Pahalgam terror attack in April.
Pakistan paceman Wahab Riaz and Australia all-rounder Shane Watson have been fined for over-stepping the mark during their fiery confrontation in Friday's World Cup quarter-final.
Mohammad Aamir is part of the Pakistan family and will always have the support of his team mates as he prepares to return to Lord's six years after the scandal that derailed his career, fast bowler Wahab Riaz has said.
Shami's run in the tournament concluded with nice scalps in five matches, averaging 25.88.
Calendar -- made by a first time director, with the backing of an experienced scriptwriter Babu Janardhanan and an exceptional cast -- is an average film.
A heated debate erupted in the Rajya Sabha over the ongoing strike by ASHA workers in Kerala, with Congress and CPI(M) MPs trading accusations over responsibility for addressing their demands for a higher honorarium and post-retirement benefits. Congress MP Jebi Mather alleged that both the Kerala government and the Union government had ignored the workers' pleas, while CPI(M) MP John Brittas countered by claiming Kerala provides the highest honorarium to ASHA workers. The debate also saw demands for an AIIMS in Kerala and a hike in MBBS seats, as well as concerns over maternal health, elderly care, and mental health in India.
The World Cup quarter-final at the Adelaide Oval looked set for a tame ending after Australia shot out Pakistan for a meagre 213. Paceman Wahab, however, sparked the match into life with two wickets and an enthralling duel with Shane Watson.
Pakistani pace spearhead Wahab Riaz and leg-spinner Yasir Shah have been reported to be involved in a scuffle during a practice session in Brisbane on Wednesday following which the team management is likely to take action against the duo. As per a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official, both the players hit each other following an argument while playing football on the eve of the opening Test of the three-match series against Australia starting from Thursday.
Jaat is a full-on, South-infused entertainer that delivers exactly what it promises, feels Rajesh Karkera.
The veteran actress talks about her family ordeal.
Left-arm pacer Wahab Riaz has withdrawn himself from Pakistan's two-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka owing to a hand injury.
Pakistan team manager Yawar Saeed confirmed that England batsman Jonathan Trott and Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz were involved in a confrontation before the fourth one-day international at Lord's.
Following his removal from the committee, Riaz took to X and wrote, 'There is a lot I can say but I don't want to be part of the blame games.'
