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New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC), led by Jay Shah, is set to hold a decisive meeting with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in Bangladesh to finalise the team’s participation in the 2026 T20 World Cup. The discussions follow a video conference earlier this week in which the BCB raised security concerns over traveling to India for its scheduled matches. The BCB has requested that Bangladesh’s fixtures be relocated outside India to ensure the safety of players, officials, and support staff. The request comes in the backdrop of political tensions in Bangladesh, including incidents affecting minorities, and a recent…

New Delhi: The opening days of the India Open Super 750 tournament faced criticism over air quality, extreme cold, general hygiene, and the presence of stray animals at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex in New Delhi. In response, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) issued a detailed statement on Thursday, assuring stakeholders that the venue meets international standards and is suitable for hosting the upcoming World Championships in August. The federation acknowledged the concerns raised by players and the media while outlining the steps taken to address them during the event. “The feedback received — both positive and constructive — is…

New Delhi: Former World Champion Loh Kean Yew, 2021 gold medallist from Singapore, highlighted the extreme weather and pollution in Delhi as a challenge for players while competing in the India Open. The 28-year-old secured a hard-fought victory against India’s HS Prannoy in the Round of 16 on Thursday, winning in three sets to advance to the quarterfinals. During a mixed zone interaction after the match, Loh commented on his performance in India, attributing his strong record in part to the conditions affecting stamina. “I don’t know, probably the weather here. Everyone’s stamina drops like two levels in these conditions…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: FC Goa’s senior team, captained by Sandesh Jhingan, has agreed to take a pay cut in response to financial challenges arising from the delayed Indian Super League season. The ISL, originally scheduled to begin in November, has been postponed to February, placing strain on clubs across the country. The decision extends beyond players to the club’s technical and support staff, who have also agreed to reduced remuneration. FC Goa highlighted the gesture in a post on X, describing it as a demonstration of unity and commitment during uncertain times for Indian football. “In a moment of real…

Margao : Madganvcho Awaaz on Thursday launched “Asmitai Vars”, a year-long initiative to commemorate 60 years of Goa’s historic Opinion Poll of 1967, with senior advocate and Opinion Poll movement stalwart Adv. Uday Bhembre describing the programme as timely and meaningful. Unveiling the commemorative poster, Adv. Bhembre said that while crores are spent on events that are forgotten within days, initiatives like Asmitai Vars are important as they create lasting milestones for future generations. He подчеркed the need to remember and pass on the legacy of the Opinion Poll, which played a crucial role in shaping Goa’s identity. Youth leader…

New Delhi: In a major setback for the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, the Supreme Court on Thursday stayed proceedings against Enforcement Directorate officials linked to raids at the offices of political consultancy firm I-PAC. The top court also directed authorities to preserve CCTV footage of the raids, emphasizing the need for intervention to prevent potential lawlessness. The ED had faced obstructions during its operations on January 8 at I-PAC’s Salt Lake office and at the residence of its chief, Pratik Jain, in Kolkata, in connection with a coal smuggling case. The agency claimed that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee…

New Delhi: A British parliamentarian has raised serious concerns about escalating violence against minorities in Bangladesh, particularly targeting Hindus, ahead of the nation’s scheduled elections on February 12. Lawmaker Bob Blackman described the situation as “disastrous,” citing reports of killings, arson attacks on homes and temples, and widespread persecution of religious minorities. Speaking in the UK Parliament, Blackman highlighted the threat to democratic processes in Bangladesh, noting that the Awami League, the country’s major opposition party and a long-standing political force, has been barred from participating in the upcoming elections. He warned that Islamic extremist groups are simultaneously pushing for…