On April 12, iconic Indian singer Asha Bhosle breathed her last at the age of 92. Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed the news of her death. Bhosle had received many accolades for her lifetime contribution to the Hindi film industry, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the honour of Padma Vibhushan. She had recorded over 12000 songs in more than 20 languages, both Indian and foreign and was a significant part of several international collaborations with globally renowned musicians.
Scenes from Tehran and Isfahan show the impact of reported U.S.-Israeli strikes in early March on sites of historical significance. In Tehran, interiors of Golestan Palace reveal shattered glass across mirrored halls, with covered chandeliers hanging above and signs of damage to windows and surrounding structures, according to Iranian authorities. Some rooms appear mid-restoration, with materials and panels displaced across the floors. In Isfahan, the focus shifts to Chehel Sotoun Palace, where ornate ceilings and interiors contrast with damage authorities link to an explosion wave near a provincial office. Details of the aftermath emerge in smaller elements, including a wall painting with visible loss of plaster and debris scattered across rooms. Footage shared online appears to show blown-out windows at the site, though it remains unverified. Hassan Fartousi also presents a miniature of Falak-ol-Aflak Castle, another site reported damaged.
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Sacramento Kings 116 - 112 Golden State Warriors In a classic Northern California showdown, the Sacramento Kings outlasted the Golden State Warriors in a high-speed encounter. De'Aaron Fox was the star of the night, slicing through the Warriors' defence for 34 points, including a decisive mid-range jumper in the closing seconds. The Warriors, still playing without the injured Stephen Curry, relied on Klay Thompson’s 26 points to stay competitive, but 18 turnovers proved to be their downfall. Domantas Sabonis dominated the paint with 14 rebounds. See best photos from the match.
The LA Clippers displayed ruthless efficiency at the Intuit Dome, dismantling a struggling Portland Trail Blazers squad. James Harden orchestrated the offense with 18 assists, consistently finding Kawhi Leonard, who finished with an effortless 28 points. Portland, missing several starters due to injury, had no answer for the Clippers' transition game and interior presence. Despite a spirited 22-point effort from Scoot Henderson, the Blazers trailed by as many as 30 in the third quarter. The Clippers' bench depth proved decisive, outscoring Portland's reserves 54-28 in the blowout win. See best photos from the match.
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a gritty overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns in a battle of Western Conference heavyweights. Anthony Davis anchored the Lakers with a monstrous 32-point, 15-rebound performance, while LeBron James added 24 points, including the clutch bucket to force the extra period. The Suns, led by Devin Booker’s 30 points, struggled with efficiency in overtime, missing key perimeter shots. This win marks the Lakers' fourth straight victory. See best photos from the match.
Barcelona moved nine points clear of Real Madrid at the La Liga summit with a 4-1 thrashing of Espanyol in their matchday 31 clash at Camp Nou on Saturday (April 11, 2026). Lamine Yamal helped seal the win, setting up Ferran Torres for a brace before scoring himself late in the game. The teenaged Yamal passed for Ferran to score in the 10th and 25th minutes before ensuring Blaugrana's victory in the 87th with the Parakeets threatening to equalize. Marcus Rashford made it four for the hosts in the 89th.
Sanju Samson hit a 56-ball 115 not out as Chennai Super Kings opened their account in Indian Premier League 2026 with a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals in Chennai on Saturday (April 11). Sent in to bat, Samson smashed four sixes and 15 fours during his blistering knock, stitching key partnerships with Ruturaj Gaikwad (15), Ayush Mhatre (59) and Shivam Dube (20) as CSK posted a formidable 212 for 2. In reply, DC folded for 189 with Pathum Nissanka (41 off 24) and Tristan Stubbs (60 off 38) putting up a fight. Jamie Overton (4/18) was the most successful bowler, while Gurjapneet Singh (1/39), Anshul Kamboj (3/35) and Khaleel Ahmed (1/40) were also among wickets.
Britain entered the Billie Jean King Cup finals when doubles pair Harriet Dart and Jodie Burrage beat Australia's Storm Hunter and Ellen Perez 6-3, 6-4 to clinch the teams' best-of-five match-up on Saturday (April 11, 2026). The visitors had built a 2-0 lead earlier when 17-year-old Mika Stojsavljevic beat Talia Gibson 7-6 (4), 7-5, and Dart topped Kimberly Birrell 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 in singles matches at John Cain Arena. In a consolation win, 17-year-old Australian Emerson Jones beat Katie Swan 7-5, 6-3 to make the score 3-1. Six other finalists will be determined Saturday: defending champion Italy vs Japan; Kazakhstan vs Canada; Switzerland vs Czech Republic; Slovenia vs Spain; Belgium vs United States; Poland vs Ukraine.
West Ham United's Konstantinos Mavropanos and Valentin Castellanos each scored twice in a 4-0 Premier League home win over fellow strugglers Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday (April 11, 2026) that moved them above Tottenham Hotspur and out of the bottom three. The victory, which featured a fifth clean sheet of the season in the league for the Hammers, moved them up to 17th on 32 points, two ahead of Spurs who visit Sunderland later in the weekend. Wolves remain bottom of the standings with 17 points.
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