Turning off transponders – How some Iran tankers carrying oil are sailing past US blockade

While Trump has described the blockade as highly effective, the continued flow of shipments points to the resilience of Tehran’s oil trade. (AI image) US President Donald Trump has called the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz a ‘tremendous success’ but its limitations are increasingly evident. Despite the US naval blockade, at least…

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Watch: Photos of players framed, prayers offered at Kanpur temple ahead of IND vs PAK T20 World Cup match | Cricket News

Prayers offered at Kanpur temple (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: Ahead of the big India vs Pakistan match in the T20 World Cup, fans in Kanpur have started praying for India’s victory. At a local temple in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, photos of Indian players were framed and placed as devotees offered prayers for the team to win…

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T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka call up Dushan Hemantha after Wanindu Hasaranga injury blow | Cricket News

Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga (AP Photo) Sri Lanka have drafted in spin-bowling all-rounder Dushan Hemantha as a replacement for injured star Wanindu Hasaranga in their squad for the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The move comes after Hasaranga, a key figure in Sri Lanka’s bowling attack, was ruled out with a hamstring injury…

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Dasun Shanaka lauds former India coach’s role in Sri Lanka camp: ‘Good value addition’ | Cricket News

Dasun Shanaka of Sri Lanka throws the ball to Matheesha Pathirana (Getty Images) Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has praised batting consultant Vikram Rathour for the impact he has made ahead of the T20 World Cup, crediting him for encouraging a more aggressive mindset that has allowed the batters to express themselves with greater freedom….

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‘This is not evolution’: Badminton coach Vimal Kumar blasts BWF over 3×15 scoring change | Badminton News

NEW DELHI: Former India coach Vimal Kumar has strongly criticised the Badminton World Federation’s decision to introduce a new scoring system, saying it could harm the sport rather than improve it.The BWF recently approved a 3×15 format, replacing the long-standing 21-point system, with the change set to come into effect from January 2027. ‘This is…

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SA vs NZ Live Score, T20 World Cup Semi Final: Finn Allen, Tim Seifert fire; New Zealand 84/0 in 6 overs vs South Africa

South Africa vs New Zealand Live Score: TOSS REPORT Fast bowler Matt Henry has returned to New Zealand’s playing eleven as captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl first against South Africa in the first semi-final of 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday. The winner of this…

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‘I’ve changed mentally and technically’: Padikkal reveals truth behind his T20 transformation | Cricket News

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Devdutt Padikkal (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Devdutt Padikkal is no longer just the elegant timer of the ball; he’s evolving into a complete T20 force. Fresh off a blistering 61 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Padikkal, in an exclusive interview to TOI, opened up on the mental reset behind his…

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Middle East conflict may deter investment in India, blunt gains from EU and US trade deals: BMI

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could discourage investment flows into India and offset the growth benefits expected from trade deals with the European Union and the United States, Fitch Group company BMI said on Tuesday.In its latest India outlook report, BMI retained its FY2026/27 GDP growth projection at 7 per cent despite flagging…

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