India in charge despite Dinushau’s hundred

Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the third day of the first Test between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 17, 2026. Photo: AFP GALLE: Sonal Dinusha’s maiden test hundred kept Sri Lanka afloat, but India remained firmly in command after day…

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Babar fitness clouds Pakistan’s England opener

Babar Azam reached 50 runs during the first day of the first Test match between Pakistan and England at Old Trafford in Manchester, northwest England on August 5, 2020: Photo: AFP Pakistan face a late selection decision over Babar Azam ahead of the opening Test against England at Headingley on Wednesday, with the former captain’s…

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PTI demands Imran’s immediate hospital transfer after jail report flags BP issues

Barrister Gohar says that since last October, access has been denied to Imran, demands that ‘cat and mouse game’ end PTI leaders address a press conference and respond to reports about Imran Khan’s elevated blood pressure. — SCREENGRAB The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Monday expressed concern about party founder Imran Khan’s elevated blood pressure, which was…

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Pakistan refiner Cnergyico expands US crude imports amid Hormuz disruption

Cnergyico is also considering spot ​purchases against longer-term contracts with Vitol and other suppliers Cnergyico Pk Limited refinery plant and crude oil storage tanks at the Hub coast in Balochistan province, Pakistan March 18, 2026. — REUTERS Pakistan’s largest refiner, Cnergyico, was buying more US crude as the federal government seeks to diversify the country’s…

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Iran says 60-day deadline ‘lost its relevance’ after US ‘violations’ of memorandum

Says that Iran never formulates its policies under pressure, ultimatums or time limits Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. — AFP Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday said that the 60-day deadline for talks with the United States following the June 17 memorandum of understanding “lost its relevance” after what he called “flagrant”…

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Rasooli to captain Afghanistan at Asian Games

Darwish Rasooli will lead Afghanistan at the 2026 Asian Games. Photo: AFP Afghanistan have entrusted Darwish Rasooli with the captaincy for the 2026 Asian Games after naming a youthful squad containing six uncapped players. The 15-man squad features only a small core of experienced internationals, with Rasooli, Karim Janat and Najibullah Zadran expected to guide…

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