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Get the appGetSouth Africa and Namibia will co-host the 2027 World Cup Qualifiers from February 26 to March 21. The 2027 World Cup group stage will begin with an India-Australia match on October 7. The ICC Wanderers in Johannesburg will host the India vs Pakistan match and the World Cup final on November 21. India, Pakistan, and Australia are in the same group for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Cricinfo··Johannesburg
PoliticsDino Morea was arrested by Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing in connection with the Mithi River desilting scam. The scam involved financial irregularities causing a loss of Rs 65.54 crore to the BMC. Morea was previously questioned in May 2025 about phone records linking him to the case before his arrest after extensive interrogation.
TOI Entertainment··Mumbai
PoliticsThe BJP criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for remaining silent on the bravery of Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who saved 174 lives during a flydubai incident. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia accused the Gandhi family of appeasement politics due to the attacker's religion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Machchhar's courage and wished him a speedy recovery.
Deccan Herald··New Delhi
WorldA woman was allegedly stripped and beaten by female bouncers at a nightclub in Guwahati's Khanapara area around 1:30 am on Friday after a drunken argument. A video showing the woman lying on the floor without upper garments while being hit and kicked by two women surfaced online. The incident is under investigation, and the video authenticity is unverified.
Hindustan Times··Guwahati
EntertainmentAjay Devgn's film 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' is receiving tremendous reactions from audiences. Jaydeep Ahlawat is particularly praised for his role as police officer Rajveer Singh Tomar. Alongside, actor Akshay Khanna is also being mentioned in discussions related to the film.
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SportsNachiket Bhute and Praful Hinge played crucial roles in securing a draw for India-A against Australia-A in the second unofficial Test at Siechem Cricket Stadium. Despite strong bowling from Liam Scott and a resilient partnership between Yash Rathod and Shams Mulani, Bhute and Hinge defended the final three overs, preventing Australia-A from leveling the series. India-A leads 1-0 in the series.
Hindu Sport··Puducherry
Cricinfo··Johannesburg
South Africa and Namibia will co-host the 2027 World Cup Qualifiers from February 26 to March 21. The 2027 World Cup group stage will begin with an India-Australia match on October 7. The ICC Wanderers in Johannesburg will host the India vs Pakistan match and the World Cup final on November 21. India, Pakistan, and Australia are in the same group for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
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