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Leaders of Jammu & Kashmir students' groups are urging the Indian government to help in the eventual evacuation of about 1,200 Kashmiri students who are

(MENAFN- IANS) Chennai, Feb 27 (IANS) Defending champions India registering a comfortable 72-run win over Zimbabwe may have steadied nerves in the camp, but legendary opener Sunil Gavaskar stated that they cannot afford to take two-time champions West Indies lightly and the Men in Blue need to

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) India reached the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup with a five-wicket win over West Indies in Sunday's decisive Super Eights match, as Sanju Samson's unbeaten knock of 97 helped them chase down a target of 196 with four balls to spare.
Defending champions India, who

Explosions in Tehran signal escalating tensions in the Middle East after Israel's preemptive strike on Iran, conducted with U.S. support. This assault complicates ongoing negotiations over Iran's nuclear program, jeopardizing recent diplomatic hopes for peace.

North 24 Parganas district leads West Bengal with 5.90 lakh "under adjudication" voter cases, ahead of the final voters' list publication. The state has over 60 lakh such cases, impacting electoral transparency and verification methods.

Kuwait's Air Defence Force successfully intercepted 97 Iranian missiles and 283 drones aimed at the country, causing minor damage but no injuries. The military remains on high alert to ensure national security and urges the public to rely on official information sources.

(MENAFN- IANS) Jaipur, Feb 27 (IANS) The Rajasthan Assembly is set to pass the state Budget for the financial year 2026–27 on Friday evening, with several fresh announcements expected during the concluding debate.
The Appropriation Bill will be taken up for discussion after Zero Hour and debated th

On February 27, Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude prices fell slightly at both Italy's Augusta port ($72.75) and Türkiye's Ceyhan port ($70.10). URALS crude decreased to $37.31, and Brent to $70.94. Azerbaijan's 2026 budget assumes an average oil price of $65.

A disaster in Wayanad led to a major rehabilitation effort involving a new township for families affected by the tragedy, featuring modern, sustainable housing and community infrastructure. This ambitious project focuses on restoring dignity and resilience.

(MENAFN- AzerNews)
On February 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham
Aliyev had a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister of the Federal
Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed Ali,
AzerNEWS

(MENAFN) US stocks ended higher on Wednesday, led by strong performances in the technology sector, as stated by reports.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.63%, or 307.65 points, to close at 49,482.15. The Nasdaq rose 1.26%, or 288.40 points, to 23,152.08, while the S&P 500

Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude prices have risen at both Italy's Port of Augusta and Turkey's Port of Ceyhan, with increases of 1.85% and 1.74% respectively. Russia's Urals oil also saw a slight rise, while the Dated Brent benchmark increased as well.

(MENAFN- IANS) Jammu, Feb 27 (IANS) In a major crackdown on illegal mining, the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), on Friday, carried out surprise raids in Udhampur and Reasi districts, officials said.
A statement by the Jammu and Kashmir ACB said, "In a decisive move to protect the re

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand issued a warning for nationals to evacuate from Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, and Iran due to escalating tensions. With limited consular support in Iran, Canadians are urged to leave urgently.

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Cricketing Fraternity Mourns Loss
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The cricketing fraternity is mourning the passing of Rinku Singh's father. Rajeev Shukla, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President, also expressed his condolences, describing the

Former Bigg Boss 9 contestants Keith Sequeira and Rochelle Rao reassured fans they are safe in Dubai amid ongoing tensions. They praised the UAE government for its calm crisis management and shared their experiences during this period.

(MENAFN- IANS) Hubli, Feb 27 (IANS) Opener Qamran Iqbal stood tall as Jammu & Kashmir recovered from early setbacks to reach tea on Day 4 of the Ranji Trophy Final against eight-time champions Karnataka at Hubli Cricket Ground on Friday.
Resuming at 11/2 after lunch to increase the first innings

The film 'Ranabaali,' directed by Rahul Sankrityan, celebrated the wedding of actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna by releasing a wedding song glimpse. Set in the 19th century, the period action drama explores underrepresented historical events.

Amid tensions in the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition over Rajya Sabha nominations, Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Varun Sardesai asserted that the seat belongs to their group. Despite requests for support for Sharad Pawar's candidacy, Shiv Sena (UBT) remains firm on their claim.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reassured the public of a safe environment for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted in Mexico, highlighting ongoing preparations including a FIFA security coordination visit.