People lined up to cast votes for the civic body polls across Mumbai, Pune, Thane and others regions in Maharashtra, as security was beefed up in these areas. Mumbai was buzzing as polling began at 7.30 am for high-stakes contests across the Mumbai's 227 wards almost a decade since BMC, the richest civic body in the country, last held
Thousands of people hit the streets across world capitals to express solidarity for the protesters who are waging mass protests against the regime of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Apart from Iran itself, people thronged the streets in Israel, Germany, Romania and United Kingdom, among other cities. Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi is emerging as a popular face among the protesters. American President Donald Trump recently urged the demonstrators to go on and added that help is on its way. The tension in West Asia has the world o the edge.
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Host nation Morocco secured their spot in the final after a grueling penalty shootout victory over Nigeria. Following 120 minutes of goalless tactical chess, Morocco’s veteran keeper Yassine Bounou proved the difference, saving two penalties from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi. Despite Nigeria's solid defensive display, their decision to substitute Victor Osimhen just before the shootout backfired. Youssef En-Nesyri converted the decisive spot-kick, sending the home crowd into a frenzy as Morocco aims for their first title since 1976.
Senegal once again haunted Egypt with a narrow 1-0 victory in Tangier. The match was a cagey affair dominated by Senegal’s possession, while Egypt’s defensive block frustrated the defending champions for 78 minutes. The deadlock was finally broken when Sadio Mane pounced on a deflected ball to fire a half-volley past Mohamed El Shenawy. Egypt struggled to respond, failing to record a single shot on target as Mohamed Salah was effectively neutralized. Senegal advances to their third final in four editions.
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Arsenal secured a vital 3–2 victory over Chelsea. The Gunners dominated early, with Ben White heading home from a corner in the 7th minute. Viktor Gyokeres doubled the lead shortly after half-time, capitalizing on a defensive error. Chelsea’s substitute Alejandro Garnacho sparked a comeback with a clinical finish, but Martin Zubimendi restored Arsenal’s two-goal cushion with a brilliant solo effort. Garnacho struck again late to complete his brace, keeping the tie alive. Despite the narrow scoreline, Arsenal heads into the second leg with a crucial advantage. Watch some of the best pictures from the match.
Delhi Capitals secured their first win of WPL 2026, defeating UP Warriorz by seven wickets off the final ball. Batting first, the Warriorz posted 154/8, anchored by captain Meg Lanning (54) and Harleen Deol (47). However, a late-innings collapse saw them lose six wickets for just 24 runs in the final five overs, with Shafali Verma proving an unlikely bowling hero with figures of 2/16. In response, DC openers Lizelle Lee (67) and Shafali Verma (36) provided a blistering 94-run stand. Despite a tense final over from Sophie Ecclestone, Laura Wolvaardt (25) held her nerve to hit the winning boundary on the last delivery. Shafali Verma was named Player of the Match for her all-round brilliance. Watch some of the best pictures from the match.
Daryl Mitchell (131) struck a composed unbeaten hundred and shared a 162-run stand with Will Young (87) to guide New Zealand to a series-levelling seven-wicket win over India in the second ODI here Wednesday. Chasing a stiff 285 on a slowish pitch, New Zealand romped home in 47.3 overs with Mitchell anchoring the chase. The series-decider will be played in Indore on Sunday. Earlier, KL Rahul hit a combative 112 to lead India to a competitive 284 for seven. India were off to a confident start with Rohit Sharma (24) and skipper Shubhman Gil (56) adding 70 runs for the first wicket but Kiwi spinners snatched the momentum with disciplined bowling in middle overs. Virat Kohli (23), Ravindra Jadeja (27) got starts but could not convert them into big knocks.
Manchester City asserted control in the first leg of the semi-final, building a two-goal advantage over Newcastle United ahead of the 2nd leg of the semi-final. The contest was evenly balanced until half-time, but City stepped up the tempo after the break, with Antoine Semenyo opening the scoring in the 53rd minute. Deep into stoppage time, Rayan Cherki capped the performance with a fine strike to make it 2–0. Manchester City now head into the second leg holding a commanding lead that could prove crucial in their push for a place in the final.
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