Cristiano Ronaldo said a potential World Cup knockout-stage meeting with Lionel Messi’s Argentina would be “awesome” after inspiring Portugal to a commanding 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan on Tuesday. The 41-year-old forward responded to criticism following Portugal’s opening draw against Congo DR by scoring twice in Houston. Ronaldo struck after just six minutes and added another goal before halftime, helping Portugal secure a crucial win that puts them on the verge of the knockout rounds. Nuno Mendes also found the net with a free-kick, while an own goal from Uzbekistan goalkeeper Abduvohid Nematov and a late strike from Rafael Leão completed…
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England secured their place in the semi-finals of the Women’s T20 World Cup with a convincing 38-run victory over West Indies at Lord’s, continuing their impressive run of form in the tournament. Batting first in hot conditions, England posted a strong total of 186-7, the highest score recorded in a women’s T20 international at Lord’s. Danni Wyatt-Hodge led the charge with a fluent 65 off 42 balls, while Heather Knight contributed 43 from 26 deliveries. Their efforts ensured England maintained momentum despite opener Amy Jones falling cheaply for the second consecutive match. England adapted well to a slow pitch, relying…
Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo has been handed a five-match suspension by FIFA following the challenge that resulted in Canada midfielder Ismael Kone suffering a serious leg injury during the FIFA World Cup. The incident occurred during Qatar’s heavy 6-0 defeat to Canada last Thursday. Madibo, 29, was shown a red card after a dangerous tackle on Kone, which left the Canadian international with fractures to both the tibia and fibula in his lower left leg. Following an investigation, FIFA’s disciplinary committee ruled that Madibo was guilty of serious foul play and imposed a five-match ban. The suspension remains subject to…
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested for allegedly murdering his elder brother, sister-in-law and three-year-old nephew in a shocking incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur district early on Monday. The triple murder took place around 3 a.m. in Balua village, located under the jurisdiction of Bansgaon police station, approximately 50 kilometres from Gorakhpur city. The victims were identified as Amit Gupta, his wife Ranjana and their three-year-old son Reyansh. According to police, the family members were asleep in the same room when the teenager allegedly attacked them with a sharp-edged weapon. The accused’s parents were sleeping in a separate room at…
Seven women workers lost their lives and dozens of others were hospitalized after a major ammonia gas leak at a private seafood processing factory in Manjangaranai near Periyapalayam in Tamil Nadu’s Thiruvallur district on Sunday. According to police and district officials, the leak occurred at a seafood export unit, triggering panic among workers and exposing many to toxic fumes. A total of 67 affected employees were rushed to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment. Thiruvallur District Collector S. Kavitha said 46 workers were admitted to Vels Hospital, while 21 others were taken to Venkateshwara Hospital. Due to the severity of their…
A student-led protest in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan entered its third day on Sunday, with hundreds of students, job seekers and young professionals gathering at Jantar Mantar to voice concerns over the handling of the NEET-UG examination controversy. The demonstration is being spearheaded by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a newly formed collective that has gained prominence through its satirical approach to politics and advocacy for greater accountability in India’s education system. The group’s mascot, a cockroach, emerged from an online movement that challenged remarks made by India’s chief justice regarding unemployed youth. The…
The BJP government in West Bengal unveiled its first state budget, combining welfare measures, infrastructure development and employment-focused initiatives while outlining plans for long-term economic growth and fiscal discipline. Presenting the budget, Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced a series of measures aimed at boosting social welfare and creating opportunities for youth. A major highlight was the launch of the Bhorsa Karmasathi Scheme, under which unemployed graduates will receive monthly financial assistance of ₹3,000. The government also increased salaries for para-teachers by ₹5,000 per month, raised the honorarium of Asha workers by ₹5,000 and announced a ₹2,000 hike for civic volunteers,…
The United States and Iran made significant progress during their first high-level negotiations in Switzerland, agreeing on a framework aimed at securing a broader deal within 60 days despite a tense start that included a temporary walkout by the Iranian delegation. The talks, held at the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland, concluded with both sides agreeing to establish a High Level Committee that will oversee future negotiations and provide political direction. The committee will supervise working groups focused on nuclear issues, sanctions, monitoring mechanisms and dispute resolution. Negotiations initially faced difficulties after Iranian representatives briefly left the talks in protest…
Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal announced his arrival on football’s biggest stage with a goal as Spain secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in the FIFA World Cup on Sunday. The win marked Spain’s first victory of the tournament after a disappointing 0-0 draw against Cape Verde in their opening match. With pressure mounting on one of the pre-tournament favorites, Yamal delivered the spark Spain needed, scoring just 10 minutes into his first World Cup start. The 18-year-old winger, already regarded as one of the brightest talents in world football, finished off a low cross from Mikel Oyarzabal at…
Former India captain Virat Kohli has firmly ruled out any possibility of returning to Test cricket, putting an end to speculation about a comeback in the longest format of the game. Kohli made the remark during an event in Delhi on Sunday, where he attended the global premiere of a new shoe launched under his One8 brand. The event was held at Yashobhoomi and attracted a large crowd of fans. Punjabi singer Karan Aujla was also among the key attractions. The star batter retired from Test cricket in May 2025 ahead of India’s tour of England, a decision that surprised…