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Fairgrounds in Pomona to host cricket at LA28 Olympics
Dubai, April 16: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday welcomed the announcement that the fairgrounds in Pomona, Southern California, will host cricket at the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, as per the ICC official website.
Southern California confirmed as venue for cricket's return at 2028 LA Olympics
New Delhi April 15: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Fairgrounds in Pomona, a temporary stadium in Southern California, as the venue for cricket at the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028
Matthews, Nigar and Prendergast make big stride in women's rankings
Dubai, April 15: As the race for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 intensifies through the ongoing Qualifier, several standout performers have been rewarded with significant leaps in the latest ICC Women's ODI Rankings — a testament to their match-winning contributions on the big stage.
Rajeev Kumar appointed next High Commissioner of India to Papua New Guinea
New Delhi, April 15: Indian Foreign Service officer Rajeev Kumar has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea.
India to tour Bangladesh in August, play ODIs, T20Is
Dhaka, April 15: India will be playing Bangladesh for a white-ball series, featuring three ODIs and T20Is each from August 25, according to the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Georgia Voll takes home ICC Women's Player of the Month for March
Dubai, April 15: Australia’s rising star Georgia Voll has been crowned the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2025, following a sensational series against New Zealand that capped off a breakout summer for the young opener.
IPL 2025: On-field bat checks to become a routine affair after Sunday's double-header
New Delhi, April 15: During the recent IPL 2025 double header on Sunday, something interesting happened. On-field umpires brought out a white triangle-shaped plastic gauge and passed the bats of Shimron Hetmyer, Phil Salt and Hardik Pandya through it during the games in Jaipur and New Delhi.
Shreyas Iyer named ICC Men's Player of the Month for March
Dubai, April 15: India batter Shreyas Iyer has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March leading India's runscoring charts and starring in the latter stages of their historic ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph.
Shreyas Iyer secures ICC Men's Player of the Month Award for March 2025
New Delhi, April 15: Indian batter Shreyas Iyer achieved the accolade of the ICC Men's Player of the Month Award for March 2025, surpassing competitors Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra from New Zealand, as per a report from ICC.
Rahul Gandhi to launch pilot project to strengthen Congress at district level during Gujarat visit
Ahmedabad, April 14: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will begin a two-day visit to Gujarat on April 15 (Tuesday), during which he will launch a pilot initiative aimed at revitalising the party's grassroots machinery in the state.
ICC considers change in current two-ball ODI playing conditions
New Delhi, April 15: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering a change to the existing two-ball playing conditions in ODIs with an aim of restoring the balance between bat and ball in the format, according to ESPNcricinfo.
Meso, Naidu and Smit earn maiden South Africa ODI call-ups for tri-series
New Delhi, April 14: Karabo Meso, Seshnie Naidu and Miane Smit have earned maiden South Africa ODI team call-ups for the upcoming women’s tri-series, scheduled from April 27 to May 11 in Sri Lanka.
ICC announces dedicated task force for Displaced Afghan Women Cricketers
Dubai, April 13: The International Cricket Council (ICC), on Sunday, announced the formation of a dedicated task force to support displaced Afghan women cricketers.
I had found my thing: Christina Ricci recalls her days as child actor
Washington, April 13: Christina Ricci talked about her early days as a child star and how she knew she wanted a life as an actress on the recent episode of the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast.
ICC introduces a specialized support program for Displaced Afghan Women Cricketers
New Delhi April 13: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday unveiled the establishment of a dedicated task force to aid displaced Afghan women cricketers.
ICC likely to delay two-tier Test proposal; WTC to continue in single-league format, claims report
New Delhi, April 12: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to delay its plans to introduce a divisive two-tier structure in Test cricket, with the upcoming cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC), starting this summer, expected to continue with its existing nine-team single-league format, says a report.
Women's WC Qualifier: Pakistan's Fatima Sana hoping for 'more good things' ahead of WI clash
New Delhi, April 12: Pakistan captain Fatima Sana believes that her best is yet to come after she claimed figures of 4-23 in their six-wicket win over Scotland in the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier 2025 in Lahore. Hosts Pakistan registered back-to-back wins against Ireland and Scotland to start the tournament on a high.
Pakistan wins two matches in Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier, captain confident of remaining battles
New Delhi April 12: As the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 nears a critical stage, Pakistan has won two matches and is confident of good performance in the remaining encounters.
ICC Women's CWCQ 2025 Day 3: Dominant Pakistan outclass Scotland, West Indies edge past Ireland in thriller
Lahore, April 11: Hosts Pakistan continued their impressive run at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Qualifier, making it two wins in two matches with a convincing victory over Scotland. Meanwhile, the West Indies held their nerve in a last-over thriller to clinch a narrow win against a spirited Ireland side, as per the official website of ICC.
Multi-purpose integrated centre in Aizawl to monitor traffic violations, other activities
Aizawl, April 11: A modern state-of-the-art Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) under smart city mission has been set up in Aizawl to monitor various crime, traffic violations, vehicular movements, disasters and other activities in the Mizoram capital.
ICC eyes changes to two-ball rule in ODIs: Report
New Delhi, April 11: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering altering the rules with the use of two new balls in ODI cricket in a bit to balance the game for bowlers.
Rob Key backs Brook to bring calm as England captain
London, April 11: England cricket team managing director Rob Key backed the newly-appointed white-ball captain Harry Brook, saying that he will bring calm to a role that often comes with a lot of chaos.
Haath badlega halaat: Rahul Gandhi highlights three historic resolutions for social justice at Ahmedabad's AICC convention
New Delhi, April 10: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday highlighted the three "historic" decisions for strengthening "social justice" adopted in the party's 'Nyaypath' resolution during the All India Congress Committee (AICC) session held in Ahmedabad on the banks of the Sabarmati river.
Bangladesh begins ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 with a commanding victory against Thailand
Lahore, April 10: Bangladesh commenced their ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2025 journey in spectacular style, achieving a decisive 178-run triumph over Thailand.
Women's ODI WC Qualifiers: McColl approved as replacement for Carter in Scotland's squad
Lahore, April 10: Kirsty McColl has been approved by the ICC Technical Committee as a replacement for injured Darcey Carter in Scotland's squad for the ongoing Women's ODI World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan.
ICCR's 75th anniversary celebrations: EAM Jaishankar highlights impact of India's G20 Presidency
New Delhi, April 9: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday highlighted India's evolving journey of development during the "Amrit Kaal" and particularly stressed the "importance of bringing the world to India more effectively" during its G20 presidency.
Jay Shah meets Dubai Crown Prince in Mumbai
Dubai, April 9: International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah on Tuesday met Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, in Mumbai. India's Test and ODI skipper Rohit Sharma, right-hand batter Suryakumar Yadav and all-rounder Hardik Pandya were also present.
Amelia Kerr, Matt Henry win top honours at New Zealand Cricket Awards
New Delhi, April 9: Leg-spin all-rounder Amelia Kerr and seamer Matt Henry won the top honours in women’s and men’s categories at the 2025 New Zealand Cricket Awards held on Wednesday. Amelia clinched the Debbie Hockley Medal for an unprecedented third consecutive year, while Henry took home the Sir Richard Hadlee Medal.
Michael Bracewell rise in latest ICC Men's ODI all-rounder rankings following brilliant performance against Pakistan
Dubai, April 9: Star New Zealand player Michael Bracewell rose in the latest ICC Men's ODI all-rounder rankings by two spots following his strong performance against Pakistan in the three-match series, which the Blackcaps swept 3-0.
ICC Rankings: NZ allrounder Bracewell moves into top 5, Gill remains top ODI batter
Dubai, April 9: New Zealand stand-in skipper Michael Bracewell has moved up in the top five of the ICC Men's All-Rounder Rankings following victory in the third ODI against Pakistan.
Kharge, Rahul, Sonia gear up to attend AICC's 84th convention on second day
Ahmedabad, April 9: As the Congress enters the second day of its convention today, party president Mallikarjun Kharge, along with Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, arrive at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial in Ahmedabad to attend the All India Congress Committee (AICC) session.
Kharge pays tribute to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision
Ahmedabad, April 9: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday paid tributes to Gujarat's legacy in nation-building, Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel's vision.
All tests are normal, I am perfectly well now: P Chidambaram
New Delhi, April 9: Congress leader P Chidambaram, who fainted due to heat at Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, informed that all his tests are normal and he is perfectly well now.
My father is under observation: Karti Chidambaram after P Chidambaram faints due to heat in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, April 9: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram informed that his father P Chidambaram had an episode of presyncope due to extreme heat and dehydration in Ahmedabad and is under observation in Zydus Hospital. He stated that doctors are reviewing his parameters, which are currently normal.
ICC Women's Player of the Month nominees for March 2025 named
Dubai, April 8: Australian stars Annabel Sutherland and Georgia Voll are among the players nominated for the ICC Women's Player of the Month award for March 2025.
AICC meeting in Ahmedabad will focus on strengthening party at grassroots level: Congress' DK Shivakumar
Ahmedabad, April 8: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said that the AICC meeting in Ahmedabad will focus on strengthening the party at the grassroots level.
Zimbabwe to host crucial meetings of ICC Board and Committee this week
Harare, April 8: In a historic first, Zimbabwe will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Board and Committee meetings this week, marking a major milestone for the country's standing in the global game, the Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC), governing body for the sport in the country, announced here on Tuesday.
FICCI sports sub-committee for Uttar Pradesh makes impactful debut
Ghaziabad, April 8: In a milestone moment for India’s sports economy, IMT Ghaziabad in association with the newly constituted FICCI Sports Committee - Uttar Pradesh Chapter hosted a high-impact Round Table Discussion on the Sports Goods Manufacturing Industry of Uttar Pradesh. The event marked not just a critical policy dialogue, but also the powerful debut of the UP Chapter of the FICCI Sports Committee, setting the tone for transformative industry engagement in the region.
Shreyas Iyer among ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for March 2025
Dubai, April 8: Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer is among the players named as contenders for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for the month of March 2025.
From Bhavnagar 1961 to Ahmedabad 2025, Congress' decline in Gujarat
Ahmedabad, April 8: As Congress returned to Gujarat for its All India Congress Committee (AICC) convention after a long hiatus of 64 years, the question looms: what has changed for the Grand Old Party between Bhavnagar 1961 and Ahmedabad 2025? The contrast couldn’t be starker because when the AICC met in Bhavnagar in 1961, Congress was the unquestioned political force across India.