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‘Why only bowlers?’ Ashwin defends Pakistan spinner as action debate explodes

Pakistan’s spinner Usman Tariq (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq once again found himself at the centre of a fierce debate over his bowling action after his match-winning performance against the United States in the 2026 T20 World Cup, with veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin stepping in to defend bowlers amid mounting criticism...

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Who is Vikash Ramkissoon? Guyana MP whose Hindi speech in Parliament went viral

Vikash Ramkissoon (Image credit: Parliament of Guyana) A debate in Guyana’s Parliament took an unexpected turn when Member of Parliament Vikash Ramkissoon responded in fluent Hindi after an opposition lawmaker questioned his knowledge of the language.The exchange began when an opposition member claimed that Ramkissoon did not understand Hindi. Seeking permission from the Speaker, he...

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India Showcases Defence Prowess at World Defence Show 2026, Eyes Global Export Hub Status

India showcased its growing defence manufacturing capabilities at the first-ever India Pavilion at World Defence Show (WDS) 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event aimed to highlight India’s increasing role as a global defence export hub. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth inaugurated the pavilion. He held discussions with Saudi Arabian officials to enhance...

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Solar eclipse 2026: Where, when and how to watch it?

The first solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on Tuesday, February 17. It will be an ‘annular solar eclipse’ and the world is eagerly awaiting the celestial event.  Here’s all you need to know about it. What is a solar eclipse?  A solar eclipse is when the Sun, Moon and Earth are in alignment and...

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Andhra Pradesh: Is a ₹20 Crore Stamp Duty Waiver the Right Move for BPCL's Mega Refinery?

The Andhra Pradesh government has waived over ₹20 crore in stamp duty and registration fees to facilitate the establishment of a major greenfield refinery and petrochemical complex near Ramayapatnam Port in Nellore district. This significant financial incentive supports the transfer of over 600 acres of land from the state maritime authority to the state’s industrial...

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Bihar Startup Funding Boost: ₹25 Lakh Seed Fund to Drive Innovation & Jobs

The Bihar government has significantly boosted its startup support by increasing state-backed seed funding from ₹10 lakh to ₹25 lakh. This revised funding, released in two phases, aims to accelerate entrepreneurship, foster innovation, and generate substantial employment opportunities across the state. This initiative is designed to address early-stage funding challenges that often impede new ventures....

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Punjab's Rooftop Solar: Are New Reforms Enough to Meet Renewable Targets and Empower Consumers?

Punjab’s Rooftop Solar Reforms: A Game Changer for Renewable Energy and Consumer Empowerment, EconomictimesB2B Published On Feb 11, 2026 at 11:47 AM IST The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) has proposed significant amendments to its rooftop solar framework to liberalize the sector, expand capacity limits, and introduce new net metering models. These reforms aim...

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‘IndiGo to operate flights per new pilot duty norms from today:’ DGCA

NEW DELHI: IndiGo will, from Wednesday (Feb 11), operate flights as per the requirements of the new safety-enhancing flight duty norms for pilots. The dispensation given by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to the airline from following the flight duty time limitation (FDTL) for its Airbus A320 family pilots lapsed on Tuesday. The...

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