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After a grand launch at Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour concluded its Qatar and Oman legs, engaging fans, students and communities across key cities and iconic locations in both countries. In Qatar, the trophy arrived at the Doha Corniche via a traditional dhow, set against the city skyline. During its journey across the country, the trophy visited Sealine Beach, Aspire Zone, also known as Doha Sports City, Katara Cultural Village, Souq Waqif, and Lusail Boulevard. Following Qatar, the trophy continued to Oman, where key stops included the Muttrah Fort, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House Muscat, Oman Across Ages Museum, Jabal Akhdar Viewpoint, and Qurum Beach. The trophy also visited the Oman Cricket Academy, where the senior men’s team were present alongside the U19 men’s team and senior women’s team.

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for December 26, 2025

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

Day 1 of the Fourth Ashes Test at the MCG was a gripping, bowler-dominated spectacle as 20 wickets tumbled on Boxing Day. Australia, put into bat, were bundled out for 152, with Josh Tongue shining with a five-wicket haul and only Michael Neser offering meaningful resistance with a top score around the 30s. England’s reply proved equally disastrous as their top order collapsed, eventually being dismissed for 110, with Neser returning impressive figures and Scott Boland among the wicket-takers. By stumps, Australia had begun their second innings and finished 4/0, leading by 46 runs, a testimony to the seam-friendly conditions and relentless bowling on both sides. The match set up as a thrilling battle with bowlers firmly in control early on.

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

The year that was 2025 presented enough and more moments to sate the sports faithful. Rivalries were reprised, new champions were crowned (like Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League) and there were upsets and comebacks galore. Amid all that, the spectacle offered arresting visuals across disciplines. Here are some of the most eye-catching sports photos from the year gone by.

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

With celebrity fashion trends, and innovative styles taking centre stage in 2025, the world of fashion was all about creating magical moments. Also, with several thrilling concerts and awards nights, this year has been a joy to witness the best pop culture moments. Here's a look-back at the best entertainment and fashion moments of 2025

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

From Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia to Donetsk, Sumy, Lviv, Kryvyi Rih and Kramatorsk, these photographs from Ukraine in 2025 show the human impact of ongoing conflict. Police and Red Cross workers rescue injured civilians, while soldiers train, rest or launch drones near the frontline. Residents evacuate destroyed homes, mourn children, artists and prisoners, and clear rubble after missile and air strikes. Amid grief, life continues: cadets attend school underground, students do homework in shelters, and people celebrate or reunite despite loss. The images trace Ukraine’s daily endurance, grief, and the quiet determination of those living through another year of war.

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

Algeria cruised to a commanding 3-0 win over Sudan in their Group E opener of AFCON 2025-26 at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Morocco. Riyad Mahrez put the Fennecs ahead just two minutes in and doubled the lead in the 61st minute, before Ibrahim Maza sealed the victory with a late strike in the 85th minute. Algeria dominated from start to finish, earning a perfect start to their tournament campaign.

BY Photo Webdesk 26 December 2025

Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for December 25, 2025

BY Photo Webdesk 25 December 2025

Former India captain Rohit Sharma hit his 37th List A hundred, a 155 off 94 balls, upon Vijay Hazare Trophy comeback as Mumbai defeated Sikkim by eight wickets in their opening Group C match in Jaipur on Wednesday (December 24). Rohit smashed his fastest List A ton (off 62 balls) and equalled David Warner's record of most 150-plus scores in the format: nine. His knock helped Mumbai chase down a 237-run target in 30.3 overs, with Musheer Khan (27 not out) and brother Sarfaraz (eight not out) there at the crease at the end.

BY Photo Webdesk 25 December 2025

Star India batter Virat Kohli turned his return to Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years into a grand spectacle, cracking a hundred that guided Delhi to a four-wicket victory over Andhra in their opening Group D match in Bengaluru on Wednesday (December 24). Kohli (131, 101 balls) was ably supported by Nitish Rana (77, 55b) and Priyansh Arya (74, 44b) as Delhi scaled down a challenging target of 299 in 37.4 overs. Ricky Bhui too made a century (122, 105b) to lead Andhra to 298 for eight, but that remained a bright footnote once Kohli unleashed his genius. Pacer Simarjeet Singh (5/54) too played his part in Delhi’s win with a persistent spell on a rather flat pitch.

BY Photo Webdesk 25 December 2025