The rise of Mohammad Saleem Safi: Quit cricket at 16, impressed Pakistan’s Rana Naved-ul-Hasan with pace, now bags 6/140 vs India | Cricket News

Afghanistan’s Mohammad Saleem, left, looks heavenwards, after taking five wickets. (AP Photo) TimesofIndia.com in Mullanpur: Three years ago, when Rana Naved-ul-Hasan arrived at Afghanistan’s high-performance centre in Kabul as bowling coach, one young fast bowler immediately grabbed his attention. Mohammad Saleem Safi, a lanky pacer from Baghlan province, was bowling with genuine pace and troubling…

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World’s most unusual borders that feel stranger than fiction; what travellers need to know

The list of unusual borders would be complete without Vatican City. Spread across 44 hectares, it is the world’s smallest independent country. The country is surrounded by Rome. Despite being enclosed by Italy, Vatican City has its own government, security and citizenship. Millions of travellers visit every year, often crossing an international border without even…

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Only Don Bradman ahead: Shubman Gill enters elite Test captaincy list with another century | Cricket News

India’s captain Shubman Gill (AP Photo/Ashwini Bhatia) Shubman Gill is enjoying the finest phase of his Test career since taking over the captaincy of the Indian team. The right-hander has transformed into a run-scoring machine in red-ball cricket, producing one remarkable performance after another while leading from the front.Gill’s latest century against Afghanistan further strengthened…

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Brad Pitt and girlfriend Ines de Ramon enjoy rare public outing together at the French Open in Paris |

Brad Pitt had a notable dating history, having been linked romantically to several high-profile celebrities around the world. The actor was previously in a long-term relationship with actress Angelina Jolie, and before that was married to Jennifer Aniston, one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses. Now, the 62-year-old Oscar-winning actor stepped out for a leisurely afternoon…

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Taapsee Pannu’s home is pure bohemian magic with modern European charm: Art inspirations to take away |

Actress Taapsee Pannu’s home, designed by her sister, is a vibrant reflection of her independent spirit. It masterfully blends old European charm with bohemian flair, featuring a cozy Polaroid wall, rustic white brick accents, a colorful yoga sanctuary, and a boho photo-op corner. Each element showcases her personality and values, creating a space that is…

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