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The BPL began in 2012 and is Bangladesh’s biggest domestic cricket tournament. However, it has struggled to match the success of other franchise leagues such as IPL.

Two international visitors took to Instagram to share their delightful experiences with the Delhi Metro, praising its cleanliness and impressive security measures at various stations. They particularly adored the women-only coach, finding it a comforting choice, especially during peak hours. Their posts ignited conversations around safety and amenities in public transportation, highlighting the importance of such features in enhancing traveler comfort.

Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence all scored half-centuries after England resumed from 112/2. Rain delayed the start of play by nearly four hours, but England's batters made the most of the time available.

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's brother has revived controversy regarding Deepika Padukone's exit from 'Spirit'. He cited remuneration and scheduling as primary reasons for her departure from the film. Padukone reportedly demanded ten percent of the film's profit, which was deemed unfeasible. Discussions about the story and character were also allegedly leaked by the actress. The makers claimed they were willing to pay more but economics did not align.

A 16-year-old boy allegedly driving a car with liquor ran over two women pedestrians. One woman died from her injuries while the other sustained serious harm. The vehicle's owner and registered driver were also booked by the police. The deceased woman's husband alleged common issues of illegal liquor transport and underage driving. Locals gathered demanding strict action against those responsible for the incident.

A crane from an MMRDA work site fell onto railway equipment early Friday. Ten people sustained injuries in the incident near Qureshi Nagar in Kurla. The overhead equipment on the Kurla-Trombay section was damaged by the falling crane. Train movement was not affected as the section primarily handles goods traffic. Central Railway stated MMRDA is responsible for the crane collapse.

A 25-year-old airhostess was allegedly raped by a man posing as transgender. The accused entered her flat on the pretext of using black magic for her husband. Police arrested the 28-year-old accused within four hours of the FIR being registered. His movements were traced using footage from over one hundred CCTV cameras. The accused faces charges including rape and criminal intimidation.

The United States is preparing unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These measures aim to increase economic pressure on Tehran significantly. Washington also seeks cooperation from China regarding Iranian oil trade. China rejects sanctions and advocates for diplomatic solutions to the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical point in this ongoing dispute.

On Friday, oil prices held steady, with Brent crude nearing $94 per barrel amid ongoing supply disruptions triggered by the US-Iran conflict. Both Brent and WTI benchmarks are poised for a second consecutive weekly increase. President Trump earlier issued threats of retaliation against nations backing Iran, as the ongoing war has resulted in significant casualties and interruptions to oil and gas supplies.

Stuart Broad called Pakistan a poor side and expects England to win the series. Pakistan's batting struggled, being bowled out for 171 on the first day. England then took a significant first-innings lead of 195 runs. Several England batters scored half-centuries, with Harry Brook narrowly missing a century. Broad's comments add pressure on Pakistan to recover in the ongoing contest.

Madhapur police booked Lingamaneni Sanjush, son of MP Lingamaneni Ramesh, for rash driving. His Aston Martin allegedly killed a 26-year-old mall employee near Inorbit Mall on August 16. The victim, Bharati Mukhi, was crossing the road when the speeding car hit her severely. Sanjush, who tested negative for alcohol and drugs, rushed her to the hospital. Police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for causing death by negligence.

The movie DC experienced a decline in theatrical earnings on its fourteenth day. Its India net collection on Day 14 was Rs 1.23 crore, a decrease from Wednesday. The film's first week ended with Rs 41.90 crore, and its second week reached Rs 19.64 crore. DC's domestic gross collection stands at Rs 70.85 crore, with overseas earnings at Rs 21.85 crore.

The CEO of IBM took the bold step of revealing a financial deficit to stakeholders, triggering a notable decline in stock prices. This transparency caused clients to halt infrastructure advancements in favor of buying data center hardware. Krishna noted that distractions from rising AI trends and supply limitations were crucial factors. He is convinced that promptly revealing issues enables a sharper focus on strategic remedies.

In a groundbreaking achievement, Joe Root has scored 3,000 runs as captain in the World Test Championship, marking a historic moment during England's first Test against Pakistan at Headingley. Root's remarkable batting skills have firmly established him atop the WTC captaincy run charts. His stellar performance has not only propelled England to a commanding first-innings advantage but also reinforces his legacy in Test cricket.

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