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Hindustan Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Gautam Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh react to Operation Sindoor: ‘Against every force that threatens peace…'
India head coach Gautam Gambhir and former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh joined the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Harbhajan Singh and Virender Sehwag in celebrating 'Operation Sindoor', a military operation conducted by the Indian armed forces in the early hours of Wednesday. The Indian armed forces launched precision missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, including the strongholds of Jaish-e-Mohammed in Bahawalpur and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke. The strikes were in retaliation for the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were gunned down. Gautam Gambhir and Yuvraj Singh In a post on X, Gautam Gambhir said, "Jai Hind!" Earlier, Gambhir in an ABP News programme had urged a ban on all interactions with Pakistan even during the World Cups and Asia Cups. The Player of the Series in India's 2011 World Cup-winning campaign, Yuvraj Singh, said the nation would stand as a team against any force that threatens to disrupt peace. "The strength of our nation lies in the unity of its people and in our shared resolve to protect what is right. We stand together, not just as a country, but as one team, against every force that threatens peace. There can be no room for terrorism in a world that seeks harmony. India will always rise, stronger and more united. Jai Hind #OperationSindoor." India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Col Sophiya Qureshi shared the details of Operation Sindoor. While speaking to the media, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh who briefed the media along with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Col Sofiya Qureshi said that the 'Operation Sindoor' was launched to deliver justice to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and their families. Wing Commander Vyomika Singh informed that a total of nine terror sites were targeted and successfully destroyed. She asserted that the locations were selected so that there was no damage to civilians and their infrastructure. "Operation Sindoor was launched by the Indian Armed Forces to deliver justice to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and their families. Nine terrorist camps were targeted and successfully destroyed... The locations were so selected to avoid damage to civilian infrastructures and loss of any civilian lives", Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Rohit Sharma turns 38: A career worth celebrating
From a quiet debut in 2007 to becoming one of the most feared openers in world cricket, 's story is one of patience, evolution, and dominance. They called him talented once. Now, they call him legend. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Across 499 matches, Rohit hasn't just scored 19,700 runs — he's crafted moments that live forever. The serene pull shots, the effortless lofted drives, and that record-shattering 264 — the highest score ever in ODI history — each stroke is a signature of his class. With 49 centuries and 108 fifties, Rohit turned promise into power. Four double hundreds, twelve 150+ scores — milestones that others dream of, he made routine. And when it comes to sending the ball into the stands, 637 sixes make him one of the cleanest strikers the game has seen. But Rohit is more than his bat. He's a captain who leads with calm — 104 wins, 2 ICC trophies as skipper, 5 titles as captain, and 2 Asia Cups won under his watch. Grace under pressure, vision in crunch moments — that's Rohit Sharma's brand of leadership. Poll Which of Rohit Sharma's achievements impresses you the most? Winning 2 ICC trophies as captain Winning 5 IPL titles 49 centuries in ODIs Record 264 runs in an ODI And his contribution goes beyond numbers: 🏆 Arjuna Award 🏆 Khel Ratna Award 🌍 ICC ODI Player of the Year 👑 9-time ICC Team of the Year member A Father's Pride: How RR, Dravid & Vikram Shaped Vaibhav Suryavanshi Even his partnerships tell a story — 98 century stands, 269 half-century alliances, and one iconic 300+ partnership — proving he builds innings with others, not just for himself. With 230 catches, 44 Man of the Match, and 9 Man of the Series awards, Rohit has touched every facet of the game. Yet, through it all, he remains grounded. No theatrics. Just timing. Just poise. Just the quiet destruction of bowling attacks worldwide. On his birthday, we don't just celebrate the Hitman. We celebrate a man who turned raw talent into an empire — a legacy still unfolding.
India Today
23-04-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Hope this madness ends: Mohammed Siraj's emotional response to Pahalgam attack
Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was among several Indian sportspersons who condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which left 26 tourists dead and several others injured on Tuesday, April 22. Siraj penned a strongly-worded post, calling to "end the madness" and urging that the perpetrators be punished "without mercy".The attackers, believed to be members of The Resistance Front — an offshoot of the banned terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) — opened fire on tourists at the scenic Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam. The incident is being described as the worst attack on civilians in India since the 2008 Mumbai terror read about the horrific and shocking terrorist attack in Pahalgam. To target and kill innocent civilians in the name of religion is pure evil... No cause, no belief, no ideology can ever justify such a monstrous act," Siraj said in a post on X, formerly Twitter."Yeh kaisi ladai hai. Jahaan insaan ki jaan ki koi keemat hi nah (What kind of fight is this? Where there is no value to a human life?). "I can't even begin to imagine the pain and trauma the families must be going through.. May the families find the strength to survive this unbearable grief. We are so sorry for your loss. I hope this madness ends soon and these terrorists are found and punished, without mercy," Siraj said the terrorists emerged from the surrounding pine forests and fired at people picnicking, riding ponies, or eating at food stalls. Most of the victims were tourists, including two foreigners from the UAE and Nepal, and two great Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli also condemned the attack on Wednesday."Heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength to families all those who lost their lives and justice to be served for their cruel act," Virat Kohli said."The affected families must be going through an unimaginable ordeal - India and the world stand united with them at this dark hour, as we mourn the loss of lives and pray for justice," Tendulkar bowler Mohammed Shami condemned that attack, saying it's time for the nation to stand united against wicketkeeper Shreevats Goswami, in a strongly-worded post, urged India to cut all sporting relations with Pakistan."And this is exactly why I say - you don't play cricket with Pakistan. Not now. Not ever. When BCCI or the government refused to send India to the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, some had the audacity to say, 'Oh, but sport should rise above politics'," Goswami and Pakistan have not played bilateral cricket since the 2012-13 season. The two teams have met in multi-national tournaments, including the Asia Cups and ICC World Cups and the Champions Trophy. Earlier this year, India refused to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, citing security reasons. India played their matches in Dubai and went on to win the coveted InMust Watch
Times of Oman
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirms Pakistan team won't travel to India for ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025
Lahore : Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed Pakistan women's team won't travel to India for the ICC Women's ODI World Cup, set to be held later this year. Naqvi confirmed that Pakistan will play its matches at a neutral venue following the acceptance of the hybrid model agreement earlier this year. The PCB chairman confirmed that, as India is the host, they will decide on the neutral venue, and the Pakistan women's team will travel to that location to play their matches. "Everything will happen according to the agreement. India will decide where the match will happen because they are the hosts. Wherever they decide, our team will go and play there. But the Pakistan team won't travel to India. Since there is an agreement, it has to be adhered to," Naqvi told reporters at LCCA Ground after the Pakistan vs Bangladesh ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier match. Due to strained political relations between the two nations, India has not toured Pakistan since 2008, when they participated in the Asia Cup. The two arch-rivals last played a bilateral series in 2012-13 in India, which consisted of white-ball matches. After that, India and Pakistan have primarily faced each other in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cups. In February, Pakistan hosted the Champions Trophy, but India refused to cross the border due to the geopolitical situation between the two countries. As a result, the International Cricket Council (ICC) finally resolved the issue of hosting rights for the Champions Trophy 2025, by deciding that the event will be played in Pakistan, along with another neutral venue. Additionally, it was confirmed that the hybrid model will be adopted for all ICC events in the 2024-27 cycle, which will be held in India or Pakistan. Pakistan's women's team booked its berth in the marquee event by staying unbeaten in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup Qualifiers. Pakistan hosted the qualifiers and won all five matches, thereby securing a spot in the World Cup. Bangladesh became the second team to qualify for the tournament, ending the hopes of Ireland, Scotland, the West Indies, and Thailand of featuring in the tournament. India (hosts), England, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and Sri Lanka had already qualified for the tournament, which will run from September 26 to November 2.
