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Shaw, Dhawan power Delhi to thumping win over CSK

Last season’s runners-up Delhi started their 2021 IPL campaign with a comprehensive seven-wicket win over three-time champions Chennai. Chasing 189, Shikhar Dhawan (85) and Prithvi Shaw (72) shared 138 before captain Rishabh Pant guided them home

Marred by violence, 76% vote in 4th phase of polls in Bengal

A total of 373 candidates from different parties were in the fray in nine Assembly constituencies in Cooch Behar, five in Alipurduar, nine in Howrah, 11 in South 24 Parganas and 10 in Hooghly

Gun salutes across Britain mark Prince Philip's death

Harry to attend funeral on April 17; Charles pays tribute to ‘dear Papa’ who had given the most remarkable devoted service to the country and whole of the Commonwealth

Night curfew may be imposed, warns TN

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government warned on Friday that night curfew will be imposed in the state if restrictions that come into force on Saturday to check the COVID- 19 pandemic do not work.

12 personalities honoured at 10th Abu Dhabi Awards

The recipients were honoured for a wide range of contributions including efforts in the healthcare field, community service and volunteering, humanitarian work

EU says Iran nuclear talks ‘constructive'

VIENNA: The European Union (EU) said on Friday that the first week of talks to save the landmark 2015 deal on Iran’s nuclear programme had been “constructive,” while Tehran indicated they would continue on Wednesday.

Egypt unearths ‘lost golden city' buried under the sands

‘The city is 3,000 years old, dates to the reign of Amenhotep III, and continued to be used by Tutankhamun and Ay. The mission expects to uncover untouched tombs filled with treasures’

Pak reports 5,312 virus cases, 105 deaths

ISLAMABAD: The national tally on Friday of total active COVID-19 cases recorded 69,811 with 5,312 more people tested positive for the deadly virus and 2,390 people recovered from the disease during the last 24 hours.

India Says It Has Millions Of Vaccines, Denies Shortage

Modi gets second shot; several states struggle to contain a second surge in infections, complaining of vaccine shortages; rallies and religious gatherings aggravate worst virus surge

Mbappe Brace Gives PSG Edge Over Bayern, Chelsea Punish Porto

It was Bayern’s first Champions League loss in more than two years and the first ever for coach Hansi Flick, who had been unbeaten in his previous 16 matches in Europe’s premier club competition

Mumbai Indians Target Hat-Trick, Kohli Looks To End RCB Drought

Five-time IPL winners and defending champions Mumbai Indians will kick-start IPL 2021 with a faceoff against Royal Challengers Bangalore

Strong Domestic Demand Propels Germany's Industrial Sector Orders

The manufacturers are set to cushion a pandemicrelated drop in overall output in Q1 and the industrial orders were more than 5% above the pre-pandemic levels

TN To Lock Down Again To Restrict Virus Spread

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu has brought back tough restrictions prompted by COVID-9, as the pandemic looked out of control again.

Expo 2020 Dubai Set To Create Countless Fresh Opportunities

Expo 2020 Dubai sends the world a message of optimism about the accelerated possibility of a global economic rebound and a return to normalcy

India Surpasses US, Becomes Fastest Vaccinating Country

Cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered so far has crossed 87m on Day 81 of the vaccination drive that was launched on Jan.16, nearly a month ater it was started in the US

Myanmar Security Forces Gun Down 13 Protesters

At least 7 small blasts were heard in Yangon, including at government buildings, a military hospital and a shopping mall, say residents; fire breaks out in Chinese-owned garment factory

Russia, West Spar Over Vote To Punish Syria Over Weapons

Russia sparred with its allies over a vote that could strip Syria of voting rights in the international chemical weapons watchdog, with Moscow accusing West of trying to ‘demonise Damascus’

Velorum And Gabr Among Favourites For Zabeel Trophy In Meydan Finale

Mullen rides Velorum, trained by Charlie Appleby and the only runner on the eight-race card for Godolphin. A 5-year-old gelded son of Sea The Stars, he ran twice at this year’s Dubai World Cup Carnival, finishing eight in both the 1400m Group 2 Al Fahidi Fort and 1600m Group 2 Zabeel Mile

Brisk Voting In Assembly Polls In Four States, 1 UT

82.15% voter turnout in Assam, 77.68% recorded in West Bengal; Puducherry and Kerala see highest voter turnout despite virus spread, says Election Commission

EMA Sees Clear Link Between AstraZeneca Vaccine, Clots

Medical agency says it was still conducting a review of the vaccine and expects to announce its findings today or tomorrow

PSG Look To Avenge Cl Final Loss, Tuchel Seeks Blues Bounce-Back

News of Lewandowski’s absence for the quarter-final first leg at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday has understandably been met with some delight in Paris, especially with Neymar recovering fitness following his latest lay-off

Tamil Nadu Sees Long Queues At Polling Booths

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu saw brisk polling on Tuesday as an estimated 63 million people chose a new state legislature.

Yellen says US pushing G20 for global minimum corporate tax

A measure of US services industry activity surged to a record high in March amid robust growth in new orders; Global stock prices rose to a 1 1/2-month high after data showed a surge in US employment

UAE, US commit to jointly tackle climate challenge

Both countries announce their intent to cooperate on new investments in financing decarbonisation across the MENA region and beyond

Mohammed approves Dhs30b plan to boost UAE businesses

‘We must adopt a distinctive vision that meets global trends and sustains development to maximise the industrial sector’s revenue and boost the broader economy.’

Key benefits of doing businesses in African markets highlighted

Presentations familiarise UAE companies with business climate in promising African countries, as well as new investment opportunities and existing challenges

Fine EPL form will not be factor in Dortmund clash: Guardiola

With a third Premier League title in four years a formality for City, it is the Champions League — which City have never won — that will be their focus in the final weeks of the campaign. Guardiola last tasted Champions League glory when he was Barcelona boss in 2011

France Cuts Economic Growth Forecast To 5% Amid Lockdown

The latest restrictions will force some 150,000 businesses to temporarily close, and aid measures in April will cost 11 billion euros, the finance ministry has said

Millions Of Christians Mark Easter Under Shadow Of Virus

Pope Francis appeals anew for the international community to ensure vaccines reach the poorest countries; first baby born in Spain with COVID-19 antibodies

Security Personnel Killed In Chhattisgarh Maoist Attack

Many security personnel were killed and 20 injured in a fierce fight between the victims and a platoon of over 300 PLGA in Bijapur; Shah says state and Centre will jointly win batle against Maoists