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Prasidh Krishna floored by a bouncer, India A swaps helmet for a headache
Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna received a helmet strike during India A's second unofficial Test against Australia A in Lucknow. Medical staff conducted a mandatory concussion assessment before Krishna resumed batting for three additional overs. The injured player then departed the field, with Mohammed Siraj taking his position at the crease. Officials designated Yash Thakur as Krishna's concussion substitute when India A completed their innings at 194 runs, responding to Australia A's total of 420. Medical personnel have not disclosed the extent of Krishna's injury, though selectors will monitor his condition closely. India's cricket board plans to announce the Test squad for the forthcoming West Indies series on Wednesday. Krishna...
Mahesh Bhatt begs oldies to stop lecturing, calls Gen Z his gurus
Producer Mahesh Bhatt advocates for reverse mentoring while promoting his upcoming film Tu Meri Poori Kahani. The veteran filmmaker emphasizes that established industry professionals must learn from emerging talent rather than assume teaching roles. Bhatt collaborated with director Suhrita Das and lyricist Shweta Bothra for this project. He compares Bothra's writing abilities to legendary lyricist Shailendra, praising her combination of depth and simplicity. The producer believes contemporary cinema benefits from fresh perspectives that younger generations provide. Bhatt describes this generation as exceptionally talented and urges his peers to embrace feedback from rising artists. He argues that young voices communicate essential...
Iran’s Qalibaf taunts Israel, brags Hezbollah is undead and thriving
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf disputed assertions that Hezbollah has weakened during recent conflicts. The official made these statements at a web-based event called The Story of War on Wednesday. Qalibaf argued the resistance group maintains greater strength and unity despite losing leader Hassan Nasrallah. He questioned American concerns about disarming the organization if military defeats had truly occurred. The Iranian leader defended Hamas operations from October 7, 2023, as legitimate acts of resistance against occupation. Qalibaf emphasized that both Hamas and Hezbollah make independent strategic decisions without Iranian interference. Tehran provides support rather than operational control over these groups...
Bigg Boss 19 erupts as Farrhana drags Kunickaa’s family
A heated confrontation between Bigg Boss 19 contestants Kunickaa Sadanand and Farrhana Bhatt has generated significant controversy after footage appeared on official social media channels. Bhatt launched personal attacks against Sadanand during their exchange, making disparaging comments about her acting career and threatening to involve family members. The aggressive remarks crossed professional boundaries when Bhatt questioned Sadanand's presence on national television and made derogatory statements about her children feeling ashamed. Sadanand maintained her composure throughout the incident despite facing repeated verbal assaults and being labeled a failed performer by her housemate. Host Salman Khan previously criticized Bhatt for...
Vikrant Massey sobs with National Award, Sheetal flexes hubby
President of India presented actor Vikrant Massey with the National Award on September 23rd for his outstanding work in 12th Fail. Massey felt overwhelmed by the recognition and struggled to express his emotions through social media. He thanked supporters for making his dreamlike career possible through their unwavering encouragement. His wife Sheetal Thakur celebrated the achievement by posting photographs of her husband displaying his award with visible pride. She described herself as his most enthusiastic supporter in every professional setting. The actor considered this recognition the most significant moment of his entire life. He reflected on how a twenty-year-old version of himself once imagined this exact scenario becoming...
Charlie Puth clings to Bic pens, ditches tech for sadboy lyrics
Charlie Puth maintains traditional songwriting methods by handwriting all his lyrics with Bic pens rather than using digital devices. The 33-year-old artist relies on a four-color pen system where different hues trigger distinct musical thoughts and emotions. Red marks indicate rejected lyrics while green signifies approved content since it represents his favorite color. The singer believes handwritten words carry more personality than typed text and considers this process essential for authentic songwriting. His analog approach extends beyond writing as he consistently travels with multiple notebooks and pens. The pop star carries a portable keyboard during tours to assist with social interactions before performances. Playing music...
Heart disease kills 19 million in 2023, BMI and sugar are blamed
Heart disease killed one person out of every three deaths globally during 2023, researchers reported Wednesday. Deaths from heart conditions jumped dramatically from 13.1 million people in 1990 to 19.2 million last year. Population growth and aging populations drove this increase along with rising obesity and diabetes rates. Approximately 240 million people suffered from blocked heart arteries while 122 million experienced circulation problems in their legs. Men faced higher death rates from heart disease than women across most regions. Risk factors that people can control accounted for nearly 80 percent of all heart disease cases worldwide. Body weight and blood sugar levels became the fastest-growing health threats between 2018 and...
Pawan Kalyan's OG hype breaks Mumbai, Sujeeth fangirls hard
Director Sujeeth expressed appreciation for his collaborators ahead of the Pawan Kalyan film release. Music director Thaman received praise for consistent support throughout the production process. Editor Navin Nooli earned recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship and friendship during the project. The director highlighted both professionals' contributions to the upcoming action film. Fans anticipate experiencing the musical score and editing work when theaters open. The film generated significant excitement through promotional materials released earlier. A glimpse video featured the antagonist communicating with the protagonist on Kalyan's birthday. The trailer revealed gang warfare returning to Mumbai with all threats targeting...
India’s baby six machine Suryavanshi smashes Aussies, Mhatre bags ducks and wickets
India secured their second consecutive victory against Australia at Ian Healy Oval on Wednesday, winning by 51 runs to claim the Youth ODI series. The visitors posted 300 runs after batting first, with Abhigyan Kundu contributing 71 runs and both Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Vihaan Malhotra adding 70 runs each. Captain Ayush Mhatre failed to score but redeemed himself by taking three wickets for 27 runs. Australia managed only 249 runs despite Jayden Draper's century knock of 107 runs. Fourteen-year-old Suryavanshi established a new Youth ODI record with 41 career sixes, surpassing the previous mark of 38.
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