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‘Team not looking at past records’: Ex-India selector on Ashwin, Jadeja omissions | Cricket News – Times of India
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‘Team not looking at past records’: Ex-India selector on Ashwin, Jadeja omissions | Cricket News – Times of India

Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The recent omissions of seasoned players Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja from the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy have sparked widespread discussion.Former India selector Devang Gandhi has come forward to shed light on the reasoning behind these decisions, emphasising that the team management's focus is firmly on current strategies rather than past records considering the factor when one plays in Australia or England."I do feel that the current form has been taken into consideration. The Indian team management wanted to go in with a team that had confidence and not exactly looking at the past records," said Gandhi while talking to news agency PTI.Selection dilemma for India ahead of Adelaide TestWith 536 Test ...
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Rohit Sharma at No. 5-6 won’t be in the best interest of team: Harbhajan Singh | Cricket News – Times of India
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Rohit Sharma at No. 5-6 won’t be in the best interest of team: Harbhajan Singh | Cricket News – Times of India

Rohit Sharma (Photo credit: X) NEW DELHI: Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh feels skipper Rohit Sharma will bat in the top-order in the second day-night Test against Australia that starts from December 6 in Adelaide. Harbhajan sees Rohit either opening or playing at number three, dismissing the idea of 37-year-old coming lower down the order in the pink-ball game.Rohit missed the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth where KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal pulled off and incredible 201-run opening partnership in the second innings. Riding on their impressive stand, India convincingly won the match by 295 runs. In the recently concluded warm-up game ahead of the day-night Test, Rohit came in at No.4 against Australia Prime Minister's XI that left everyone guessing about Rohi...
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IIT Kanpur Placements: 579 Offers On Day 1, Top Recruiters Include Microsoft, Google
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IIT Kanpur Placements: 579 Offers On Day 1, Top Recruiters Include Microsoft, Google

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) began its Phase-I placement session on a high note, securing 579 offers by the end of Day 1. A total of 523 students received placements, including campus recruitment and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), underscoring the institute’s focus on cultivating industry-ready skills highly sought after by top companies worldwide. Notably, 199 students accepted PPOs from leading national and international firms, while 13 students received prestigious global job offers, reinforcing IIT Kanpur’s reputation on the international stage. Day 1 saw active participation from 74 prominent organizations. Leading recruiters such as Microsoft, Texas Instruments, Databricks, Google, American Express, SLB, and Deutsche Bank highlighted the exceptiona...
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Karnataka Bank PO Recruitment 2024: Apply Now for Probationary Officer Scale-I Post – Times of India
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Karnataka Bank PO Recruitment 2024: Apply Now for Probationary Officer Scale-I Post – Times of India

Exciting Career Opportunity: Karnataka Bank Probationary Officer Recruitment 2024 Now Open Karnataka Bank PO Recruitment 2024: Karnataka Bank, one of India’s leading private-sector banks, is offering a golden opportunity for dynamic individuals eager to build a career in banking. The bank has announced the recruitment for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) Scale-I, a prestigious role that offers a chance to grow professionally within the organisation. This recruitment drive is aimed at finding eligible candidates for multiple branches/offices across the country.Applications for the position will be accepted online starting November 30, 2024, with the last date to apply being December 10, 2024. Candidates who are passionate about banking and meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged t...
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Elon Musk reveals how he can be influenced: ‘Money, power, threats silly…’ – Times of India
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Elon Musk reveals how he can be influenced: ‘Money, power, threats silly…’ – Times of India

Elon Musk on X announced the easiest way to reach him. Elon Musk Monday revealed the easiest idea to reach him which involves no money, power or threat. Reacting to a post based on a Washington Post article about how to lobby Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO and at present the closest aide of Donald Trump, said he will do his best to respond to well-reason arguments on X for serving the best interests of the American people. "However, any real or de facto offers of money, power or threats will obviously be silly and ineffective," Elon Musk posted. Elon Musk is not like the other tech CEOs who prefer to be close to the nation's capital, the WaPo article said noting how Elon Musk cut Tesla's operation in Washington and laid off many lobbyists. Such tech CEOs have a cadre of lobbyists, communication...
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Akal Takht takes reins of SAD. Badal sentenced to ‘guard’ Golden Temple, others to clean toilets
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Akal Takht takes reins of SAD. Badal sentenced to ‘guard’ Golden Temple, others to clean toilets

Chandigarh: The Akal Takht, highest temporal body of Sikhs, has “ordered” the removal of former Punjab deputy CM Sukhbir Singh Badal as president of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) as “punishment” for “sins” against the Sikh community for which he had been held guilty. Akal Takht has also revoked the title ‘Panth Rattan Fakhr-e-Qaum’ (pride of community) bestowed on Sukhbir’s father Parkash Singh Badal in 2011. Senior Badal was punished posthumously for being party to ‘anti-Sikh’ decisions made during his tenure as CM. As atonement for his ‘sins’, Akal Takht ordered Sukhbir to “clean the toilets” in the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar on 3 and 4 December. Taking note of the fact that Sukhbir suffered a fracture last month and is wheelchair bound, the Akal Takht later modified the punishment. H...
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Modi & His Cabinet Watch ‘The Sabarmati Report’, Jeetendra Reveals What PM Told Him After Scree
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Modi & His Cabinet Watch ‘The Sabarmati Report’, Jeetendra Reveals What PM Told Him After Scree

New Delhi, Dec 2 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the movie 'The Sabarmati Report' on Monday along with several members of his Cabinet besides MPs from the ruling alliance at the Balyogi Auditorium in the Parliament library building. Some members of the audience, including veteran actor Jeetendra and Raashii Khanna, who has a key role in the movie, told reporters after the meeting that Modi told them this was the first film he had watched after becoming the prime minister. VIDEO | "When I signed this film, I had never expected that it will get such support from the PM. He took out time from such hectic schedule and also told us that this is the first film that he has watched after becoming the PM, so as Vikrant said, I think this is a high point in… pic.twitter.com/pXZ3eDuL...
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Needle Found In Girl’s Arm After Tetanus Shot, Probe Launched In UP Hospital
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Needle Found In Girl’s Arm After Tetanus Shot, Probe Launched In UP Hospital

The girl's mother took her to the hospital after she suffered a cut with a sickle. (Representational)Hamirpur: A needle was found embedded in a girl's arm after she was administered a tetanus injection at the district hospital here, prompting the health department to launch a probe after protests by her family members, officials said on Monday.Dr RS Prajapati, the acting chief medical superintendent (CMS) of the hospital, said the incident occurred at around 8 pm on Saturday.Ruby, a resident of Khalepura locality in Hamirpur, took her daughter Mahak (18) to the emergency ward of the hospital for a tetanus injection after she suffered a cut with a sickle.After receiving the jab, the girl returned home with her mother, Prajapati said."About an hour later, Ruby along with her family members r...
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Govt Approves Construction Of 2 Nuclear Submarines, Rafale Deal To Be Sealed Next Month: Navy
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Govt Approves Construction Of 2 Nuclear Submarines, Rafale Deal To Be Sealed Next Month: Navy

New Delhi: The government has approved the construction of two indigenously designed nuclear attack submarines and is expected to ink contracts next month to procure 26 naval variant of Rafale jets and three Scorpene submarines, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi said on Monday. At a press conference ahead of Navy Day, Admiral Tripathi said his force is keeping a close watch on the Chinese naval activities in the Indian Ocean, and described as "surprising" the growth of the Pakistan Navy given the condition of its economy, adding the eight brand new submarines being built will add significant combat potential to it. The Indian Navy is tweaking its strategy to "negate" any infringement in its area of operations and "we are fully ready to tackle all threats from our neighbours", he asserted....
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Farooq Abdullah calls for ‘an end to hatred’
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Farooq Abdullah calls for ‘an end to hatred’

Jammu & Kashmir National Conference President Farooq Abdullah | Photo Credit: PTI J&K National Conference (JKNC) president Farooq Abdullah on Monday (December 2, 2024) expressed concern over the situation faced by Muslims in India, and called for “an end to hatred”.  “Muslims are feeling unsafe in India. Muslims deserve equal treatment. Around 24 crore Muslims cannot be thrown into an ocean. They should be treated equally,” he said in an apparent reference to the latest controversies around a mosque in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal, and a shrine in Rajastan’s Ajmer Sharif..He underlined that the Indian Constitution, which guarantees equal rights to all citizens, including Muslims, should be adhered to. “Hatr...
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GEURS 2025: How did Canadian Universities fare in the Global Employability Rankings? – Times of India
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GEURS 2025: How did Canadian Universities fare in the Global Employability Rankings? – Times of India

The university you choose can significantly impact your career prospects. The Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS) 2025, compiled by the French consultancy Emerging, highlights the world’s leading institutions renowned for producing highly employable graduates. Today, we will examine how universities of Canada have performed out of 250 universities for graduate employability in 2025, as per the Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS) 2025. These universities have been ranked using the following steps:Employer InsightsVoting ProcessUniversity SelectionPerformance JustificationTop Canadian Universities in the Global Employability University Rankings (GEURS) 2025 listAmong the top 15 universities globally, one is from Canada, while three Canadian universities feature in t...
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MEA Expresses ‘Deep Regret’ After Bangladesh Mission In Agartala Breached: ‘Govt Taking Action’
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MEA Expresses ‘Deep Regret’ After Bangladesh Mission In Agartala Breached: ‘Govt Taking Action’

India on Monday expressed its deep regret over the breach of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission's premises in Agartala by a group of protesters. The protest was sparked by the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement, stressing that consular properties should never be targeted under any circumstances and announced measures to enhance security at Bangladeshi missions across India. The breach occurred amid a massive rally in the capital city of Tripura, where thousands gathered to protest against Das's arrest and ongoing attacks on the Hindu community in Bangladesh. "The incident earlier today of the breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala is deeply regrettable," said the MEA. Re...
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Watch: PM Modi, cabinet ministers attends special screening of ‘The Sabarmati Report’ | India News – Times of India
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Watch: PM Modi, cabinet ministers attends special screening of ‘The Sabarmati Report’ | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a special screening of 'The Sabarmati Report' at the Balyogi Auditorium in Parliament on Monday, accompanied by senior cabinet members, MPs, and the film's cast.Visuals from the event showed PM Modi walking alongside information and broadcasting minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi as they made their way to the auditorium. Union home minister Amit Shah, defence minister Rajnath Singh, and other senior leaders were also present at the screening.The film, directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna, revisits the tragic burning of the S-6 coach of the Sabarmati Express near Gujarat’s Godhra station on February 27, 2002. Chief ministers, including Uttar Pradesh’s Yo...
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Naresh Balyan Arrest: Why are questions being raised on the arrest of AAP MLA Naresh Balyan before Delhi elections?
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Naresh Balyan Arrest: Why are questions being raised on the arrest of AAP MLA Naresh Balyan before Delhi elections?

Naresh Balyan Arrest: Why are questions being raised on the arrest of AAP MLA Naresh Balyan before the Delhi elections? This is the story of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Naresh Balyan from Uttam Nagar Assembly of Delhi, whose arrest has not only raised questions on the working style of the police, but has also taken such a political color that it is sure to affect the Delhi Assembly elections as well. Actually, Kapil Sangwan alias Nandu is a gangster from Najafgarh, Delhi. He lives in Britain, but his network is spread in Delhi. More than 20 cases are registered against him, ranging from murder and attempt to murder to extortion. An audio clip of him with AAP MLA Naresh Balyan has gone viral, on the basis of which Delhi Police has arrested Naresh Balyan.Source link
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IIT placement 2024-25: A look at the performances of IIT Madras and IIT Kharagpur on Day 1 – Times of India
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IIT placement 2024-25: A look at the performances of IIT Madras and IIT Kharagpur on Day 1 – Times of India

As the placement season kicked off on December 1 at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), early reports reveal encouraging trends from IIT Madras and IIT Kharagpur. Despite earlier concerns about some students receiving nominal packages or struggling to secure placements, these top institutes are now showcasing robust performance in the ongoing placement drive.Placement at IIT KharagpurAt IIT Kharagpur, students received an impressive 750 offers, including pre-placement offers, by the end of Day 1 in Phase 1 of the 2024-25 placement process, according to PTI. The highest package offered so far stands at a whopping Rs 2.14 crore. In addition, 11 students secured compensation packages exceeding Rs 1 crore, while nine received international offers. The PTI report further added that majo...
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Tarot Cards for Bollywood’s Ultimate Redemption Arcs – Times of India
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Tarot Cards for Bollywood’s Ultimate Redemption Arcs – Times of India

Bollywood is known for its dramatic redemption arcs—where characters rise from their lowest points to achieve greatness or inner peace. Its symbolic of the Fool's Journey in itself, where taking a leap can land you at a very, very low point out of which climbing out can seem impossible. But once you climb out and face your fears, you're going to be unstoppable. Of course, then, there's nothing better than Tarot to summarise these arcs. Each card carries a specific meaning and journey. Let’s explore how some major Tarot cards align with classic Bollywood redemption stories.The FoolIn many Bollywood movies, the protagonist begins as a naive or flawed individual. This is represented by The Fool, a card symbolising innocence, risks, and a new journey. Think of characters like Sanjay Dutt’s Mun...
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Amitabh Bachchan and Madhuri Dixit’s lookalikes dance to ‘Makhna’ in a viral VIDEO and it splits the internet – WATCH VIDEO | Hindi Movie News – Times of India
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Amitabh Bachchan and Madhuri Dixit’s lookalikes dance to ‘Makhna’ in a viral VIDEO and it splits the internet – WATCH VIDEO | Hindi Movie News – Times of India

Amitabh Bachchan and Madhuri Dixit fans are quite confused by a video going viral on Instagram. It features lookalikes of Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan and Madhuri Dixit dancing to the hit song 'Makhna' from the 1998 film 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'. For a moment, fans thought it was an unmissable and rare reunion between Madhuri and Amitabh when the video surfaced online. Watch it here: The clip, shared by Amitabh’s doppelganger Shashikant Pedwal, features him alongside Madhu Sharma, who is Madhuri Dixit's lookalike. Their performance perfectly recreates the original song’s hook steps, making it hard for fans to differentiate at first glance. Madhuri’s look alike was dressed in a shimmery off-white mini skirt paired with a black top, while Big B’s lookalike donned his iconic all-black for...
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Video | “It’s Fear Mongering…”: NAAIS On Travel Advisories Issued To International Students In US
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Video | “It’s Fear Mongering…”: NAAIS On Travel Advisories Issued To International Students In US

Several American universities have issued travel advisories for their international students as well as staff and urged them to return to the U.S. before Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025 amid concerns over travel bans that may be enacted by his administration. But, is this fear mongering or real on-ground issue? NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi speaks to Sudhanshu Kaushik (Executive Director, North American Association Of Indian Students).Source link
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‘IAS officer’ booked for threatening to kill woman if she didn’t marry him | India News – Times of India
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‘IAS officer’ booked for threatening to kill woman if she didn’t marry him | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A man was booked in Lucknow for allegedly claiming to be an IAS officer and threatening to kill an LLB student if she refused to marry him, police said on Monday. The suspect, Deepak Kumar, has been charged at Lucknow's Chinhat police station based on a complaint filed by the victim's mother on November 30. According to the complaint, Kumar first contacted the woman through WhatsApp in 2020. He claimed to be from Bihar's East Champaran district and shared his Aadhaar details. Kumar said he had completed a BTech degree in Haryana and claimed to be an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer in training in Delhi. However, the woman later discovered that Kumar worked for a private company in Delhi that dealt with computer-related work, news agency PTI reported. The complaint sai...
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ONOS to reduce India’s research cost by 18%, observes IIM Mumbai: How PM Modi’s scheme will transform our research ecosystem – Times of India
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ONOS to reduce India’s research cost by 18%, observes IIM Mumbai: How PM Modi’s scheme will transform our research ecosystem – Times of India

The One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, set to launch in January 2025, is expected to bring a transformative shift to India's research ecosystem. Prof. Manoj Kumar Tiwari, Director of IIM Mumbai, shared the details of this groundbreaking initiative, highlighting its potential to reduce research costs by 18% and provide access to over 13,000 e-journals via INFLIBNET. This observation was shared by IIM Mumbai on its official X handle. This will also drive an impressive 38% increase in publication output across participating institutions, added the IIM Mumbai post. Wide Reach: Benefits for Over 6,300 InstitutionsWith a budget allocation of Rs 6,000 crore for the period 2025–2027, ONOS will benefit over 6,300 institutions including universities, research organizations, and colleges acr...
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TN: Floods Triggered By Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH
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TN: Floods Triggered By Fengal Sweep Away Buses As Uthangarai Hit By Historic Rainfall — WATCH

Cyclone Fengal has caused widespread disruption in Tamil Nadu, with severe flooding sweeping away parked buses in Uthangarai, Krishnagiri district. A video capturing the incident at the Uthangarai bus stand has gone viral on social media, showcasing the extent of the damage. The Parasaneri Lake in Uthangarai overflowed following heavy rains, leading to floodwaters rushing onto the Tirupathur-Uthangarai road and washing away several parked vehicles. Uthangarai recorded 50 cm (503 mm) of rainfall as of 7 a.m. on Monday, the highest rainfall in the region, which caused significant inundation due to runoff from nearby lakes, the Hindu reported. Historic rainfalls in Uthangarai. All the lakes and ponds are full to the brim. Current situation of Salem to Tirupattur highway near Uthangarai ...
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Intel announces retirement of CEO Pat Gelsinger ‘effective immediately’ | – Times of India
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Intel announces retirement of CEO Pat Gelsinger ‘effective immediately’ | – Times of India

Intel announced on Monday, December 2, 2024, that CEO Pat Gelsinger has retired, effective December 1, 2024, stepping down from both his executive role and the company's board of directors after a 40-plus-year career.The semiconductor giant has named David Zinsner, executive vice president and chief financial officer, and Michelle Johnston Holthaus, newly appointed CEO of Intel Products, as interim co-chief executive officers. Frank Yeary, the board's independent chair, will serve as interim executive chair during the transition period.Gelsinger's departure comes at a critical moment for Intel, which has struggled with market share losses and challenges in the artificial intelligence sector. The company's stock has plummeted 52% year-to-date, reflecting ongoing performance difficulties."Le...
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Epic Villains as Tarot Cards: Who’s The Devil or The Emperor? – Times of India
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Epic Villains as Tarot Cards: Who’s The Devil or The Emperor? – Times of India

Villains are often the most complex characters in stories, embodying power, ambition, or destruction. Tarot cards, with their archetypes, can represent these traits perfectly. Here are some iconic cards and their teachings personified.The DevilThe Devil card represents manipulation, temptation, and being trapped by one’s own desires. A classic example is Thanos from the Marvel Universe. His obsession with “balance” through destruction symbolises the dangerous pull of absolute control. Similarly, Raavan from Indian epics can be seen as The Devil—brilliant yet consumed by his ego and lust for power to become the greatest who has ever lived. The EmperorThe Emperor card signifies structure, authority, and a firm belief in one’s power. Villains like Darth Vader in Star Wars or Sauron in The Lor...
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Wicket celebration gone wrong! Bowler horribly twists ankle, shouldered off the field. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India
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Wicket celebration gone wrong! Bowler horribly twists ankle, shouldered off the field. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

(Photo credit: Screengrab from video posted on X) NEW DELHI: In an unfortunate turn of events, Nepal's spinner Yuvraj Khatri suffered an ugly injury after his wicket celebration went horribly wrong during the Under-19 Asia Cup clash against Bangladesh in Dubai on Sunday.Yuvraj badly twisted his ankle while celebrating the fall of Bangladesh wicket and had to be shouldered off the field.The incident took place in the 28th over of the Bangladesh chase when Yuvraj trapped Md Rizan Hossan in front of the stumps for a golden duck.As soon as the on-field umpire raised his finger after Nepal's appeal, Yuvraj took off for a sprint celebration, leaving behind his teammates.But then, towards the end of the celebratory jump, he badly landed on his ankle, twisting it and fell down in agonizing pain. Y...
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