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Delhi's AQI drops to '85' after three years
New Delhi, March 15: Delhi on Saturday recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 85, which is the lowest in the last three years for the period from January 1 to March 15.
Gillespie takes jibe at clown Aaqib Javed for undermining him during his stint with Pakistan team
New Delhi, March 5: Former Australia speedster Jason Gillespie took a jibe at Pakistan's interim head coach Aaqib Javed for undermining them during their stint with the Men in Green and running a campaign "behind the scenes" to take their role across all formats.
Will make decisions in best interest of team: Aaqib Javed addresses Pakistan's shambolic exit from CT
Rawalpindi, February 26: Pakistan's interim head coach, Aaqib Javed, assured that the management will take steps in the best interest of the national team following their surprise early exit from the ongoing Champions Trophy.
Fans gear up for thrilling India vs Pakistan clash in ICC Champions Trophy
Dubai, February 23: As the much-awaited India vs Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, cricket fans from both nations are buzzing with excitement. With over a billion viewers expected to tune in, emotions are running high ahead of this iconic rivalry.
This is not 90s...: Aaqib Javed defends Pakistan's bowlers
Dubai, February 22: As the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan encounter in the ICC Champions Trophy draws near, Pakistan's head coach, Aaqib Javed, addressed the media. Speaking ahead of the crucial match against India, which is set to take place in Dubai, Javed defended his bowlers while emphasizing the need for improved conditioning in modern-day cricket.
Best chance for a individual, team to make a mark...: Pakistan coach Aaqib ahead of CT 2025 virtual knockout vs India
Dubai, February 22: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy clash against arch-rivals Pakistan, Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed said that the clash is "beyond a game" and it is the best time for the team and its individuals to make a mark as they battle pressure of playing in this virtual knockout clash after loss to New Zealand in the campaign opener.
Champions Trophy: Pakistan's playing eleven will not see any major changes, says Aaqib Javed
Dubai, Feb 22: Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed said the defending champions' playing eleven for their much-anticipated Champions Trophy Group A match against India will not see any major changes from the one that lost to New Zealand in the tournament opener.
How Delhi boy in Saqib Saleem helped 'Crime Beat' to tell the story authentically?
Mumbai, Feb 18: Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming show ‘Crime Beat’, found himself being washed over by waves of nostalgia as he visited his native, the national capital during the shooting of the show.
Pakistan head coach Aqib Javed backs Babar Azam as opener for Champions Trophy
Karachi, Feb 15: Pakistan's interim head coach, Aqib Javed, voiced his support for Babar Azam to continue opening the batting for the team ahead of the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled from February 19 to March 9.
Sikandar Kher to be seen in Huma Qureshi, Saqib Saleem's production 'Baby Do Die Do'
Mumbai, February 13: Actor Sikandar Kher will be seen in a pivotal role in a new project titled 'Baby Do Die Do', which is being created under siblings Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem's production banner.
Saqib Saleem calls his reunion with Saba Azad, 'poetic'
Mumbai, Feb 13: Actors Saqib Saleem and Saba Azad, are set to reunite after 14 years with their upcoming streaming show 'Crime Beat'. The two were last seen in the film 'Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge'.
Sikandar opens up about joining friends Huma, Saqib for their production "Baby Do Die Do"
Mumbai, Feb 13: Actor Sikandar Kher is collaborating once again with his friends Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem in their upcoming production “Baby Do Die Do”, a neo-noir crime comedy. He shared that to collaborate with someone for the second time is always a good sign.
Saqib Saleem, Saba Azad to be seen in thriller 'Crime Beat'
Mumbai, February 11: Actors Saqib Saleem, Sai Tamhankar, Rahul Bhat and Saba Azad will be seen sharing screen space in a new thriller series titled 'Crime Beat'.
Could potentially walk away with ODI series if we put up a good fight in last couple of games, says Mahmood
New Delhi, Feb 8: England pacer Saqib Mahmood believes the visitors' can still walk away with the ODI series win against India if they manage to win their last two games in Cuttack and Ahmedabad.
India should be worried about Bumrah's fitness, says Pakistan coach Javed
New Delhi, Feb 6: Pakistan's interim head coach Aaqib Javed said India should be worried about the fitness of their leading fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah ahead of their clash in the upcoming Champions Trophy, set to happen in Dubai on February 23.
Aaqib Javed defends inclusion of Khushdil, Faheem in Pakistan's 15-player squad for Champions Trophy
Lahore, February 6: Interim head coach Aaqib Javed defended the selection of all-rounders Faheem Ashraf and Khushdil Shah in Pakistan's 15-player squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
Saqib Mahmood becomes first player to snap three wickets in an over in T20Is
Pune, February 1: England right-arm seamer Saqib Mahmood registered a unique record during the fourth T20I of the five-match series against India at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Friday.
4th T20I: Hardik-Dube's blitzkrieg stand propels India to 181/9 against England in Pune
Pune, January 31: All-rounders Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube's blitz knocks helped India climb to 181/9 against England in the fourth T20I match of the series at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Friday.
4th T2OI: Hardik, Dube power India to 181/9 after Mahmood's historic triple wicket maiden
Pune, Jan 31: Hardik Pandya (53) and Shivam Dube (53) produced a counter-attacking partnership to rescue India from a precarious position and push them to a competitive 181/9 in 20 overs after Saqib Mahmood's (3 for 35) against England in the fourth T2OI at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
4th T2OI: Saqib Mahmood scripts history with triple-wicket maiden
Pune, Jan 31: England's pace sensation Saqib Mahmood etched his name in history with a breathtaking triple-wicket maiden, the first-ever in men's T20 internationals, dismantling India's top order in a single over in the fourth T2OI at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
Aaqib Javed defends spin-friendly pitches ahead of second Test against West Indies
Multan, January 24: Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed has strongly defended the recent spin-friendly pitches prepared for Test matches in the country.
Saqib Saleem becomes captain of Mumbai Heroes in Celebrity Cricket League
Mumbai, Jan 22: Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem has been crowned the captain of the Mumbai Heroes franchise team in the upcoming edition of the Celebrity Cricket League (CCL). Saqib has been a passionate cricketer since childhood, and has always been deeply connected to the sport.
Fast-bowler Saqib Mahmood finally granted visa for England's white-ball tour to India
New Delhi, Jan 16: England fast-bowler Saqib Mahmood has finally been granted his visa for the side’s upcoming white-ball tour of India, starting with the T20I series opener in Kolkata on January 22.
Bowler Saqib Mahmood faces delay in joining England training camp in Abu Dhabi
New Delhi, January 15: Ahead of the Three Lions' white-ball tour of India, fast bowler Mahmood will miss England's training camp in Abu Dhabi due to a visa delay, according to ESPNcricinfo.
1 Billion Followers Summit: UAE aims to lead global creator economy
Dubai, January 12: The organising committee of the 1 Billion Followers Summit has emphasised the significant positive impact the summit is having on the global economy and the future of investment in the content creator industry, currently valued at around $250 billion and expected to reach USD 440 million in the coming years.
Abdullah bin Zayed receives Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan
Abu Dhabi, January 8: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received today in Abu Dhabi Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi.
FS Vikram Misri meets Acting Afghan FM; affirms India's support for assistance, discusses Chabahar, cricket cooperation
Dubai, January 8: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai on Wednesday, and affirmed India's commitment to provide further humanitarian and development assistance to the Afghan people
India to consider engaging in development projects in Afghanistan after Foreign Secretary meets Muttaqi in Dubai
New Delhi/Dubai, Jan 8: India has pledged further humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, including material support in the first instance to the health sector and for the rehabilitation of refugees during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's meeting with the Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, in Dubai on Wednesday.