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‘Ispe Mein Kya Bolun?’: Ishan Kishan Irritated by Question After T20 World Cup 2026 Win

India’s triumphant victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 sparked celebrations across the country, but it also triggered a debate after the team reportedly took the trophy to a Hindu temple in Ahmedabad.

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TMC embarrassed after videos, WhatsApp chats suggest internal feud

The Trinamool Congress has been left red-faced after leaked video clips and screenshots of WhatsApp chats surfaced, purportedly revealing a feud among party leaders. The video clips appear to be from the Election Commission’s headquarters, while the WhatsApp screenshots are said to be from the party MPs’ group chat.

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Kirti Azad accuses BJP-led NDA govt of speaking lies

Trinamool Congress MP Kirti Azad on Friday targeted the BJP-led Central government saying that for the last 11 years, they have been lying, adding that nothing is going to come out of this year's Economic Survey also. Read further on Dynamite News:

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DPLT20's success helped our players get IPL contracts: Rohan Jaitley

NEW DELHI: A day after securing a resounding win in the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) elections, president Rohan Jaitley on Tuesday claimed that his new regime will look into the trend of Delhi selectors sending inflated squads for away matches across age groups.

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Jaitley sweeps Azad aside, set to become DDCA president again

NEW DELHI: Rohan Jaitley is set to retain his position as president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) for second successive term.

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Exclusive | 'Rohit Sharma is not indispensable': Former World Cup winner backs 'captain' Jasprit Bumrah ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: Pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah is set to lead Team India in a Test match for only the second time after regular skipper Rohit Sharma recently opted out of the series opener in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on November 22 at Perth.

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Exclusive | 'Mohammed Shami should be in India squad if ... ': Former World Cup winner urges selectors ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: With Team India gearing up for the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami's return to competitive cricket from a long-term injury has sparked excitement among fans and cricket experts.

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Exclusive | 'Virat Kohli best bet for No. 3': Ex-India World Cup winner picks Shubman Gill's replacement for Perth Test

NEW DELHI: India’s preparation for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting November 22 in Perth, has hit a roadblock as opener Shubman Gill has been ruled out of the first Test.

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On This Day In 1983: Celebrating India's 41st anniversary of first Cricket World Cup triumph

NEW DELHI: India marks the 41st anniversary of its first World Cup victory today, celebrating the historic win under the leadership of Kapil Dev.

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Main Azad Hoon: From Botham to Dilip, Kirti's ability to surprise remains intact

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer turned politician Kirti Azad on Tuesday registered a remarkable victory in the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency of West Bengal, beating BJP heavyweight Dilip Ghosh by a margin of 1,37,981 lakh votes.

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In Phase 4 of Lok Sabha polls, two World Cup-winning cricketers will test the political pitch of West Bengal

As the Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal turns to its slog overs, two World Cup-winning cricketers -- Yusuf Pathan and Kirti Azad -- will be testing the political pitch of the State

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Political bigwigs battle it out in fourth phase of polls in Bengal

West Bengal's fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections features political heavyweights, world cup-winning cricketers, and varied issues.

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BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces crucial battle for political survival in Bardhaman-Durgapur seat

In Bardhaman-Durgapur, BJP's Dilip Ghosh faces a pivotal challenge to secure his political future in a volatile constituency

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'Think wisely BCCI': Virat Kohli's hundred for RCB rallies support for his T20 World Cup selection

Virat Kohli hit the first hundred of IPL 2024 on Saturday; and even though his 8th IPL century did not result in a win for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the knock rallied support for the batting legend after reports last month that voices in the BCCI corridors are questioning whether…

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'MS Dhoni would be an asset to Ruturaj Gaikwad': Former World Cup-winning all-rounder on CSK's captaincy change

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Thursday revealed MS Dhoni's decision to step down as the captain of the team, passing the torch to young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22.

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'Rohit Sharma said we need Virat Kohli at any cost for T20 World Cup'

The report of Virat Kohli's possible omission from India's T20 World Cup squad spread like wildfire after it was first reported by The Telegraph earlier this week, but a latest post by former India allrounder Kirti Azad refutes all those claims as the 1983 World Cup winner states that captain…

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Is there any dearth of Bengalis? BJP targets TMC over fielding cricketers in Lok Sabha polls

Trinamool Congress campaign for Lok Sabha polls focuses on Bengali identity, sparking controversy over outsider candidates.

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Even Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should play domestic cricket when free: Kirti Azad

NEW DELHI: Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team Kirti Azad on Thursday backed the BCCI's directive for cricketers to play Ranji Trophy, saying it's a good move and the rule should be applicable to every India team player, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

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How well is Virat Kohli placed to play the LA 2028 Olympics

NEW DELHI: From Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly acknowledging India's effort to host the 2036 Olympic Games to cricket making its return to the biggest stage of multi-sport events after a wait of 128 years, the 141st IOC (International Olympic Committee) Session held in Mumbai ended with a bat-and-ball story…

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Spin king Bedi gets an emotional final send-off

Cricketers pay tribute to Bishan Singh Bedi as his mortal remains are consigned to flames. Former and current cricketers, including Kapil Dev, Madan Lal, Kirti Azad, Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra, Mohammad Azharuddin, Virender Sehwag, Maninder Singh, Ajay Jadeja, Surender Khanna, pay their respects. Bedi was a mentor, coach and guiding…

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Bishan Singh Bedi: An artist, a rebel and forever cricket romantic

NEW DELHI: He could mess with a batter's mind with his flighted deliveries, give administrators sleepless nights being a quintessential rebel and then floor a youngster with his magnanimity.

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Roger Binny distances himself from statement made by 1983 World Cup-winning team on wrestlers' protest

NEW DELHI: Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny has distanced himself from the statement of members of the 1983 Cricket World Cup winning squad on the wrestlers' protest and said that sports should not be mixed with politics.

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Wrestlers should get justice as soon as possible: Former cricketer Kirti Azad

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Kirti Azad voiced support for the protesting wrestlers and also expressed his dissatisfaction with the handling of the issue, stating that grapplers who have brought respect to the country via their sports achievements deserve justice.

The Hindu

Trinamool Congress to set up ad hoc committee in Goa to strengthen base in State

The TMC had recently faced a setback in Goa after its State unit president Kiran Kandolkar quit the party

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TMC appoints Kirti Azad as party's Goa in-charge

All India Trinamool Congress on Wednesday appointed Kirti Azad as the new in-charge for its Goa unit. Read further on Dynamite News:

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