Day: April 25, 2025

25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Rs 122 crore New India co-op bank scam: Rs 45 crore diverted to bank’s then chairman’s overseas entities, says ED

The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which is carrying out a money laundering probe into the Rs 122-crore New India Co-operative Bank embezzlement case, said on Friday Rs 45 crore was diverted to the bank’s former chairman Hiren Bhanu’s overseas entities. The ED on Thursday conducted searches at seven premises in Mumbai and Gujarat as part of its probe. During the searches, incriminating documents, including property-related documents and valuables of around Rs 1 crore, were seized, the agency said. The documents revealed diversion of bank funds from those loan accounts which later turned NPA into Bhanu’s overseas entities, ED sources said. “Details and documents of such transactions amounting to more than Rs 45 crore sent to foreign entities related to Hiren Bhanu have been ascertained, whic...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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BJP sweeps Delhi MCD Mayoral polls, back in power after two years

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has returned to power in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) after two years, as it swept the annual polls to elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor on Friday.Raja Iqbal Singh, who had been serving as the BJP’s Leader of Opposition in the MCD, defeated the Congress candidate, Mandeep Singh, by 125 votes to be elected Mayor. He secured 133 votes, while the Congress candidate received 8. Out of the total 142 votes cast, one was declared invalid. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had decided to boycott the election. Story continues below this ad After Singh’s win, the Congress congratulated him and withdrew the nomination of its candidate Ariba Khan from Abul Fazal Enclave for the Deputy Mayor’s post. This meant BJP’s Deputy Mayor candidate Jai Bhagwan Y...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Two key bridges at Mumbai’s suburbs to become operational in next two months

Mumbai’s traffic woes are set to get a little easier as two key bridges in the eastern and western suburbs of Mumbai are expected to become operational in the next two months, said the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on Friday.According to civic officials, the Gopal Krishna Gokhale Bridge, which is a key east-west connector in Andheri, is fully ready now. Besides constructing the new Gokhale Bridge, the civic authorities also had to realign the C D Barfiwala Flyover which was constructed in 2008 and would originate from Juhu and connect with the north-south arms of the old Gokhale Bridge, which has been in existence since 1960. Story continues below this ad The latter was demolished in 2022, and a new bridge was constructed in its place, which was opened for vehicular ...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Bringing back tourists from J&K: Bawankule denies credit war; says ‘Shinde went as party leader, Mahajan as disaster management minister’

Amid the ongoing tussle within the ruling Mahayuti alliance to claim credit for bringing back tourists from Maharashtra who were stuck in J&K after the terror attack near Pahalgam, ruling BJP’s state unit chief and Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Friday denied the allies were trying to score political points over the issue. Bawankule said there was nothing wrong in both state Cabinet Minister Girish Mahajan and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde going to Srinagar to coordinate efforts to bring back tourists from the state. He said while the Maharashtra government sent Mahajan to Srinagar as the state Disaster Management Minister, Shinde went as leader of his party. “There is no miscommunication and no tussle over claiming credit. There is nothing wrong in Deputy Chief Min...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Court acquits gangster Dawood Ibrahim’s brother in 2017 extortion case

A special court on Friday acquitted Iqbal Kaskar, the brother of underworld fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim, from charges of extortion linked to a complaint filed by a developer in Thane in 2017. Kaskar and two others were cleared of all charges, including under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). He will, however, remain in custody in a case filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) linked to the same offence. In June 2024, a court in Thane acquitted Kaskar from a similar offence of extortion. An FIR was filed in Thane in 2017 against Kaskar, Israr Sayyed, Mumtaz Shaikh and Pankaj Gangar, along with underworld don and D-gang member Shakeel Babu Miya Shaikh alias Chhota Shakeel named as a wanted accused. Story continues below this ad The MCOC...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Politics

Don’t compare Indian Muslims with Pakistani Muslims, says BJP MLA on Pahalgam terror attack

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh BJP leader Harshvardhan Bajpai, the MLA from Allahabad North seat, has appealed to people to not compare India’s Muslims with Pakistan’s, and hailed Kashmiris for helping the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to ThePrint, he said Pakistan planned the attack as it wants to “finish Kashmir’s tourism by dividing the Valley with Hindu-Muslim tension”. “Their plan is very clear, we should understand this,” he added. Show Full Article Bajpai’s remark comes at a time when the Pahalgam terrorists’ targeting of Hindu tourists has sparked communal backlash on social media.Some statements have come even from within his party. “Dharm poochha, jaati nahi… (the terrorists asked for the religion, not caste),” read a Chhattisgarh BJP post ...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Delhi schools told to strengthen heat-safety measures as temperatures soar

The Directorate of Education (DOE) has instructed all schools in the Capital to strengthen heat safety measures. In a circular issued on Thursday, it has directed the schools to avoid assemblies in the afternoon shift, prevent outdoor activities, schedule water breaks among other measures. This directive builds upon an earlier circular issued on March 27, this year, which had first highlighted preliminary precautions to protect children, recognised as one of the most vulnerable groups, from extreme heat during Delhi’s summer season. With no immediate relief from the sweltering conditions expected, school heads have been urged to implement these guidelines: Story continues below this ad – Prohibit all outdoor activities during heatwave– Ensure supply of potable water at all...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Politics

If the Signs Had Superpowers, What Would They Use Them For? – The Times of India

Aries – Super Strength Naturally, Aries would use their super strength to, well, start a fight with a dragon for fun. Whether it's lifting cars or tackling enemies head-on, they'd be too busy flexing to worry about consequences. “I didn’t break it, I just tested it!”Taurus – Invisibility Taurus would totally embrace the art of invisibility for one purpose: sleeping in peace. Imagine them sneaking into a bed full of blankets, vanishing from the world’s demands. "Let me just disappear and avoid all the drama, thanks!"Gemini – Telepathy Gemini would use telepathy to read everyone’s minds, but in a very selective manner. Mainly for finding out what others are thinking about them. The occasional eavesdrop on gossip wouldn't hurt either. “So, you didn’t like my outfit? Telepathy, baby.”Cancer – ...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Travel

The slippery slope of political iconography

Earlier this month Brendan Carr, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission, decided to swap out his usual American flag lapel pin. Instead of the stars and stripes, he pinned a gold medallion in the shape of President Donald Trump’s profile, about the size of a quarter, to his blue suit and wore it to meet with a Georgia congressman, Buddy Carter, and later to a meeting at the Justice Department. He then memorialized the meetings on the social platform X.The pin was noticed by Benny Johnson, a conservative YouTuber, who posted a shot of it on X along with the line “Do you even understand the level of fit that Brendan Carr has?” to his 3.6 million followers. Carr reposted it. And so a mini social media moment was born. Rumors flew across the internet that Trump was requiring member...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Zodiac Signs and the Art of Missing Trains: Drama, Meltdowns, and Existential Monologues – The Times of India

Missing a train can feel like a Bollywood climax gone wrong—no violins, just sweat, regrets, and passive-aggressive stares. Here's how each zodiac sign deals with this tragic yet relatable rom-com plot twist.Aries – Blames the train for not waiting. Starts pacing like a rejected Bigg Boss contestant and considers catching it on foot. Probably ends up in a heated debate with a chaiwala about punctuality and destiny.Taurus – Calm. Finds the nearest food stall. If the train's gone, so be it—paneer tikka hasn’t. Might casually book a luxury cab instead, mumbling “class over chaos.”Gemini – Already over it and talking to three strangers about alternate plans. Calls a friend, posts a selfie captioned “missed connections,” and somehow ends up trending on Twitter.Cancer – Takes it personally. Tear...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Travel

The Asia University Ranking 2025 Declared KIIT Rises to 184th Position in Asia; 8th in India – The Times of India

Like every year, the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings have been announced, and KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar has once again achieved a remarkable position. In the 2025 edition, KIIT has secured the 184th rank in Asia, marking a significant improvement from last year’s position of 196. This advancement reaffirms KIIT’s steady progress and its growing recognition in the realm of global academic excellence. With this latest ranking, KIIT is the 8th best university in India among government and private institutions. It has attained this status by surpassing numerous prestigious Indian institutions. It also retained its distinction as the top-ranked Deemed University in Eastern and Northern India. Further, in the Sports Science subject, KIIT is ranked 2nd in Ind...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Politics

Oppn with Centre, but it shouldn’t have assumed terror eliminated from Kashmir—Pawar on Pahalgam

Mumbai: In his first reaction to the Pahalgam attack, NCP–SP leader Sharad Pawar Friday vowed full support to the Centre in whatever decision it takes, but also questioned the Modi dispensation’s persistent claims that terrorism was brought under control in Jammu & Kashmir with the abrogation of operative provisions of Article 370. The veteran leader said, “In these tragic times, as a country we all need to stay together with the government and there should not be any politics on it.”  “The action of terrorists is against the country and when such a thing happens, one should not bring politics (into it). Yesterday, at an all-party meeting all opposition parties decided to support the government,” Pawar told a press conference at Sindhudurg. Show Full Article ...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Sports

A positive mindset can help KKR bounce back: Moeen

KKR’s Moeen Ali feels the team can turn things around. | Photo Credit: RITU RAJ KONWAR KKR all-rounder Moeen Ali said on Friday his team must nurture a positive mindset like that of Mumbai Indians to bounce back against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League at the Eden Gardens here.On the eve of the match, Moeen said, “If you look at Mumbai for example, they had a bit of a bad start, now they’ve won four in a row and they’re flying. So we also need to have that same mindset and do the same thing to win most of our matches. It’s going to take a lot of determination, belief for us to do that.”“We’re in a situation where you can’t feel sorry for yourself, you have to go out and not be afraid to play how you ...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Zodiac Signs as Indian Proverbs – The Times of India

Because ancient wisdom + zodiac chaos = full entertainment thali.Aries – “Jo garajte hain, woh baraste nahi.” All bark, all fight, but when the showdown comes, they’ve already started a new battle somewhere else.Taurus – “Slow and steady wins the race.” Will move only after finishing the chai. But somehow always gets the last laugh—and the best seat in life.Gemini – “Ek teer se do shikaar.” The multitasking legend who gossips, debates, flirts, and still finishes the group project. With subtitles.Cancer – “Dil se socho, dimaag se kaam lo.” Feels everything like it’s a Bollywood climax. Cries during soap ads. But still ends up solving everyone’s problems with samosas.Leo – “Naam bade aur darshan chhote.” Needs a spotlight to explain why they don’t need a spotlight. Red carpet optional, drama...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Sports

‘Even Mumbai had a bad start’: Moeen Ali confident about Kolkata Knight Riders’ playoff chances

Ahead of their all-important match against former skipper Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Moeen Ali said that KKR could also turn around their season just like the Mumbai Indians. MI had a dismal start to the tournament but now find themselves 4th after back to back 4 wins. Kolkata, meanwhile, are in a tougher predicament needing to win at least 5 matches of the 6 remaining. “Yes definitely (we can make playoffs). If you look at history, even Mumbai had a bad start and now they’ve won four in a row and they’re flying. We need to have that same mindset. We’re halfway through, we have to win most of our games. This squad has shown it can go on a run. But it’s going to take a lot of determination and belief to do that,” Moeen said on Friday. He also reflected on KKR...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Politics

After US, UK updates travel advisory: Stay clear of India-Pak border areas

A day after the United States updated the travel advisory for its citizens, the United Kingdom also issued a similar advisory, asking its citizens not to travel within 10 km of India and Pakistan’s border areas due to rising tensions between the two neighbours. In its update on Thursday, the Foreign Office (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) said all travel within 10 km of the India-Pakistan border must be avoided, and the Wagah-Attari border (in Punjab) has been closed. It specifically asked the UK nationals to not travel to Pahalgam and Srinagar. “FCDO advises against all travel to the region of Jammu and Kashmir (including Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, the city of Srinagar and the Jammu-Srinagar national highway) except for travel by air to and from the city of Jammu, travel w...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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How Each Zodiac Sign Deals with Relatives Asking About Marriage – The Times of India

Because “Beta, when are you settling down?” is a national hobby.Aries Declares war. Responds like it’s a Fast & Furious trailer: full throttle, zero brakes. Might challenge the uncle to a push-up contest just to distract him.Taurus Smiles politely while internally screaming. Goes home, lights a scented candle, and stress-eats six samosas like a coping ritual.Gemini Talks in circles. Brings up Elon Musk, moon landings, and chai recipes—anything but the topic. By the end, the relative forgets the question and Gemini forgets the conversation.Cancer Cries before the question’s even over. Then asks for a hug. Feels emotionally attacked but will still pack leftover laddoos for that same aunty.Leo Answers with a full-blown monologue: lighting, entry music, and dramatic pauses included. “Marri...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Badlapur accused ‘encounter’: Bombay HC pulls up state for failing to register FIR against cops, directs CID to handover probe documents to SIT

Terming it as ‘brazen violation’ of the court directives, the Bombay High Court on Friday slammed the state government for failing to transfer the probe papers related to custodial death of the accused in Badlapur sexual assault case to the SIT and not registering an FIR, despite nearly 20 days since the high court’s April 7 order.After a bench of Justices Revati Mohite-Dere and Neela K Gokhale warned the state Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of initiating contempt proceedings for not complying with its orders,  Maharashtra CID chief and Additional Director General of Police (Addl DGP) Prashant Burde said to the court that the case papers will be handed over forthwith, which the court accepted. A 23-year-old janitor, arrested in August 2024 for the alleged sexual assault of two min...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Travel

ICAI launches free live revision classes for CA Final September 2025 exams – The Times of India

Free LVRC sessions launched by ICAI for CA Final students preparing for September 2025 NEW DELHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), through its Board of Studies (Academic), has announced the commencement of free Live Virtual Revisionary Classes (LVRC) for students appearing in the CA Final Examinations scheduled for September 2025. Aimed at providing focused academic support, these live classes are part of ICAI’s ongoing effort to ensure that students are thoroughly prepared and confident ahead of their professional examinations.The initiative will begin on May 14, 2025, and is designed to help students revise key concepts, resolve doubts in real-time, and access high-quality content from the comfort of their homes. The classes will be delivered by experienced faculty...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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‘My patients feel I’m gaslighting them’: Harvard-trained doctor tries two methods to decrease anxiety

When Stanford and Harvard-trained anesthesiologist and integrative medicine specialist Dr Anthony Kaveh began encouraging his patients to use breathing techniques to manage anxiety, he didn’t expect the pushback.“Far too many of my patients feel that I’m gaslighting them when I encourage them to use their breathing to reduce anxiety,” Dr Kaveh said in a recent video, where he connected himself to life support monitors in an operating room to demonstrate the impact of breathwork on his own body. “Breathing is not gaslighting,” he says. “I’m not anti-medication or anti-therapy. I’m a big advocate for ketamine therapy and other modalities. But I always want to emphasise your inner healing capacity to help naturally reduce anxiety—without relying solely on external medications or their side ef...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Zodiac Signs at a Cricket Match: From Sixes to Existential Crises – The Times of India

Cricket matches in India are not sports events—they’re religion with better snacks and louder aunties. Throw in an IPL twist and suddenly everyone’s got an opinion, a jersey, and a conspiracy theory. Here’s how each zodiac sign shows up to the stadium (or couch) with maximum drama and minimal logic.Aries – Already painted the face, screaming louder than the stadium speakers. Picks fights with opposing fans like it’s a WWE crossover. Believes every six is a personal victory.Taurus – Doesn’t care who’s winning as long as the samosas are hot. Chooses seats based on snack accessibility. May not clap unless bribed with ice cream.Gemini – Supports two teams just for the chaos. Commentates louder than Harsha Bhogle. By the end of the match, starts their own Twitter poll on who should be captain.C...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Politics

Zodiac Signs as Indian Street Markets: Chaos, Charm, and Chutney – The Times of India

Astrology and Indian street markets—both unpredictable, slightly overwhelming, and weirdly accurate in reflecting personality. Here’s each zodiac sign, reimagined as an iconic Indian street market. Buckle up, this ride’s got bargaining, bargaining, and just a bit more bargaining.Aries – Sarojini Nagar, Delhi Loud, competitive, and built for battle. No rules, only results. Aries energy thrives in yelling “bhaiya, last price?” while elbowing through a crowd like it’s an Olympic sport.Taurus – Crawford Market, Mumbai Aesthetic, luxurious in its own right, and knows the value of premium produce. Taurus would only trust mangoes that come with a legacy and a handwritten note from the vendor.Gemini – Colaba Causeway, Mumbai Talkative, adaptable, and always surrounded by shiny distractions. Whethe...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Zodiac Signs at an Indian Wedding: Baraat, Biryani, and Breakdown – The Times of India

An Indian wedding is not an event. It’s a festival with a guest list longer than the credits of a Christopher Nolan film and more drama than a Karan Johar climax. Here’s how each zodiac sign behaves once the dhol starts thumping.Aries – Found leading the baraat like it’s a personal Olympic event. Already sweating, dancing, and directing traffic. Might challenge the groom’s horse to a race.Taurus – Located precisely at the buffet. Not moving. Emotionally attached to the paneer tikka and spiritually bonded with the dessert table.Gemini – Talking to everyone like a wedding guest-turned-host. At one point, delivers a spontaneous toast and possibly flirts with both sides of the family.Cancer – Crying during the bidaai. Even if it’s a stranger’s wedding. Offers hugs like a Bollywood therapist an...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Gaming

Ways of Seeing

What if Vincent Van Gogh did not have a Dutch grandfather who was an art dealer, and instead, the painter of Starry Nights was a professor of political science at the University of Delhi? No one will ever really know. But at the Lokayata Art Gallery in Hauz Khas Village, Simple Mohanty’s solo art show promises to testify to the lingering influence of expressionist depictions of the power of nature, centuries on. A line in Lust for Life by Irving Stone, a biographical novel about Van Gogh, is what Mohanty cites as a formative influence for her to pursue art despite a full-time career as a college professor. “How difficult it is to be simple,” it reads. Story continues below this ad The pinks, purples and blues of Mohanty’s flowers and figures often meet strokes in sunset sk...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

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Cricket star-turned-TMC MP Yusuf Pathan visits Murshidabad, asks people not to pay heed to fake news

Cricket star-turned-TMC MP Yusuf Pathan visited Murshidabad and asked people not to pay heed to fake news or rumours. He condemned the riots that took place in some parts of the district, but stated that one “should not tarnish the image” of the district of the state. Yusuf Pathan is the MP from the Berhampore Lok Sabha seat. Days after Murshidabad in West Bengal was rocked by communal violence, Pathan landed in a spot as the Opposition, several residents, and even a section of the TMC section have increasingly targeted him, flagging his absence in the district. On Thursday, Pathan held small meetings with residents, party workers and party leaders, and another meeting with Imams, Muezzins and priests, in Berhampore. Story continues below this ad “I assure you that I keep...

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25Apr By source belowNo Comments

Sports

WTC Final | ‘If Josh Hazlewood is fit to do that…’ : Ravi Shastri puts his weight behind RCB pacer ahead of Scott Boland

While Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood was ruled out of three Tests out of the five Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy and also missed Australia’s Sri Lanka Tour and Champions Trophy due to a calf-injury, the 34-year-old currently sits at the second spot in the highest wicket-takers list in this year’s IPL with a total of 16 wickets in nine matches. The six feet and five inches tall pacer starred in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s 11-run win over Rajasthan Royals at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday. With Australia playing in the World Test Championships final against South Africa at Lord’s starting June 11 and Hazlewood and Scott Boland vying for the third placer slot after skipper Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc in the final, former Indian coach Ravi Shastri believes Hazlewood gets the nod ahead of B...

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