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Argentina vs England: Is It Now Time To Call Out Football’s Biggest Double Standard?
Argentina vs England: Is It Now Time To Call Out Football’s Biggest Double Standard?
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For four decades, the ‘Hand of God’ has defined Argentina in the eyes of many commentators while England’s ‘ghost goal’ in the 1966 World Cup has rarely cast a shadow over its one and only World Cup t ...
Indian Equity Markets Open Higher; Nifty Holds Above 24,100, Sensex Gains Over 260 points
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On Thursday, Sensex opened at 77,388.42 as against the previous close of 77,185.43, while Nifty opened marginally higher at 24,142.10, as against the previous close of 24,078.50
US Launches Fresh Strikes on Iranian Military Targets, Says CENTCOM
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The US launched fresh precision strikes on Iranian military targets, including Bandar Abbas and Greater Tunb Island, while Iran reported missile attacks near a cancer hospital and damage to an industr ...
India-UK Trade Deal: What Gets Cheaper, What Stays Costly
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The India-UK CETA will lower tariffs on many goods, making imports like whisky and cars cheaper, while boosting Indian exports, though price benefits may be gradual and limited for some sectors
‘There is No Better Person…’: Ashwin Backs Dhoni as Ideal Successor After Fleming Exit
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Ravichandran Ashwin said CSK must move beyond Stephen Fleming’s era, backing MS Dhoni as ideal successor, while warning any new coach will face uncertainty due to Dhoni’s strong influence within the f ...
US To Withdraw All Troops From Iraq by September 30, Ending 23-Year Military Presence
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The United States will withdraw all troops from Iraq by September 30, ending a 23-year military presence that evolved from the 2003 invasion into counterterrorism operations and security cooperation a ...
Lionel Messi Set for First-Ever Clash vs England in FIFA World Cup Semi-Final
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Lionel Messi will face England for the first time as Argentina meet the Three Lions in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, renewing a historic rivalry with a final spot against Spain at stake
ICC Revamps World Cup Formats to Boost Competitiveness
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The ICC approved new formats for Men’s ODI and T20 World Cups, enhancing competitiveness, expanding opportunities for emerging teams, introducing eliminators, and outlining qualification pathways for ...
FIFA World Cup 2026 | England See No Pressure Ahead of Argentina Clash: Marc Guehi
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England's Marc Guehi says pressure is on Argentina national football team before World Cup semi-final, while Ezri Konsa urges focus over rivalry history, as Three Lions prepare to face Lionel Messi’s ...