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Officials say they are discussing a possible transfer of IPGL-subsidiary’s stake to local Iranian company temporarily to avoid sanctions

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has claimed the IPL 2026 Orange Cap, surpassing Virat Kohli with a blistering 103 off 37 balls. His explosive innings, featuring a 15-ball fifty and a 36-ball century, propelled Rajasthan Royals to a massive total. Sooryavanshi now leads the charts with 357 runs at an exceptional strike rate.

Ngidi suffered a head injury while trying to take a catch of Punjab Kings opener Priyansh Arya at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday and had to be taken off the field in an ambulance before being shifted to hospital.

Iran's judiciary chief warned the US of repeating "Isfahan and Tabas" incidents if tensions escalate in the Persian Gulf. This warning coincides with the 46th anniversary of the failed US Operation Eagle Claw in 1980, a mission to rescue American hostages in Tehran that ended in disaster and casualties.

Aam Aadmi Party workers protested outside Rajya Sabha MP Rajinder Gupta's Ludhiana residence, defacing walls and burning his effigy after he joined the BJP. This follows AAP MP Raghav Chadha's announcement of a split, citing the party's deviation from principles. Chadha claimed over two-thirds of AAP MPs supported the move, marking a significant setback for the party.

Actor Ranveer Singh's plea to quash a criminal complaint over his 'Kantara' mimicry was accepted by the Karnataka High Court. He assured the court he would visit the Chamundi Hill Temple in Mysore as an apology for his controversial remarks, with the court to record this commitment before closing the plea.

Former aide to Arvind Kejriwal and now BJP leader Swati Maliwal has accused the ex-Delhi CM of hypocrisy, claiming he began his political journey in torn pants with a two-rupee pen and a dilapidated car, but after coming to power built a house worth Rs 100 crore.She also criticised the AAP's governance in Punjab. The remarks follow a significant party exodus.

Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful run chase in IPL history, chasing down a colossal 264 against Delhi Capitals. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh provided a blistering start, followed by a match-winning unbeaten 71 from captain Shreyas Iyer, securing a six-wicket victory with seven balls to spare.

China's potential fourth aircraft carrier, possibly named 'He Jian' and hinted to be nuclear-powered, signals a significant advancement in its naval capabilities. This development, showcased in the film 'Into The Deep', aligns with China's transition to a blue-water navy and its expanding global maritime ambitions.

US President Trump's second term prioritizes oil, leveraging energy dominance for global influence. Campaign funding from oil interests aligns with policies boosting domestic production and easing regulations. Sanctions on rivals and geopolitical events like the Hormuz crisis engineer demand for American exports, impacting nations like India and reshaping global energy markets.

PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer got two major lifelines during the chase and made Delhi pay with a 71-run knock off 36 balls.

A provocative protest projected an old video of Donald Trump with Jeffrey Epstein onto the Washington Hilton, the venue for the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The display highlighted Trump's past association with the disgraced financier and criticised the administration's handling of the Epstein files, with messages suggesting complicity and a cover-up.

Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ head coach, has taken some time off from work to be with his family as his alleged affair rumors with Dianna Russini continue to get worse every day. Though the New England Patriots have not yet hinted at firing Mike Vrabel ahead of the new season, it seems his time with the Tennessee Titans is being viewed differently.

Fresh violence erupted across Mali early Saturday, with "unidentified armed terrorist groups" targeting multiple locations including the capital Bamako, its international airport, and the key military town of Kati. Attacks also spread to northern cities, with the Azawad Liberation Front reportedly entering Kidal. The defense minister's house in Kati was reportedly hit.

Cardi B sparks fresh dating rumors after a viral video shows her with an Atlanta-based barber, fueling online chatter. The clip arrives amid ongoing speculation about Cardi B and Patriots WR Stefon Diggs, with unverified claims of a breakup, a DNA controversy, and a custody battle making the rounds. While fans react strongly to the viral moment, no official confirmation has been provided to support the circulating reports. Stefon Diggs also faces renewed attention as past scrutiny resurfaces. The situation highlights how quickly social media narratives around Cardi B and Stefon Diggs can spread without verified facts.

The Atlanta Falcons have failed to perform well in the last couple of seasons as it has missed qualifying in the playoffs for the eighth time in a row, sparking concern among fans about it. With just 8 wins and 9 losses in the last two consecutive seasons, all focus is on bouncing back in the new season.