US embassy in Baghdad attacked

Katyusha rockets targeted the US embassy in Iraq's Baghdad on Saturday ​and sirens sounded, Reuters said citing security sources and witnesses. It was not immediately clear whether the rockets caused any damage or casualties. The attack is reportedly the first time the embassy had been fired ​on in more than two years.
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09:13 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Iran says American soldiers captured in conflict, US rejects claim

As the Middle East war entered its ninth day, Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani, claimed to have taken several American soldiers hostage and accused the US of lying that they had instead been killed in action. However, US CENTCOM spokesperson Captain Tim Hawkins refuted the claims, saying, "The Iranian regime is ⁠doing everything it can to peddle lies and deceive."
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09:12 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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BJP leader grows opium on 5-acre farm in Chhattisgarh, arrested

A BJP leader, Vinayak Tamrakar, was arrested in Chhattisgarh's Durg for allegedly growing opium on 5-acre farm, police said. They added that opium worth around ₹8 crore has been seized and two aides have also been detained. The case surfaced after ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel shared videos of the plantation on social media. BJP has suspended Tamrakar from the party.
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09:08 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Israel bombs oil depots in Iran's capital, videos show massive fire

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have bombed several oil depots in Iran's capital Tehran, with several videos showing massive fire surfacing online. The strikes appeared to be the first on Iran's energy infrastructure since US and Israel launched strikes last Saturday, reported The New York Times. Shahran oil depot, previously hit by Israel in June 2025, was hit again.
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09:08 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Explosion hits US embassy in Norway's Oslo

The US embassy in Norway's Oslo was hit ​by an explosion early on Sunday, causing ‌minor damage but no injuries, Norwegian police said. "We've ​determined that an explosion hit the American embassy," ​police spokesperson Mikael Dellemyr told public broadcaster NRK. The official added that the blast occurred at the entry to ​the consular section.
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09:24 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Vaishno Devi medical college seeks new approval for MBBS course after Muslim students' admission row

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence has again sought approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC), seeking permission for an MBBS course for the 2026-27 academic year, IE reported. In January, NMC withdrew permission for an MBBS course amid protests over the admission of Muslim students. Out of 50 students in the first batch, 44 were Muslims.
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09:24 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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How have New Zealand fared in ICC tournament finals?

New Zealand have played seven finals across major ICC men's tournaments. They won the Champions Trophy 2000 and the World Test Championship 2021 finals. They lost the Champions Trophy 2009, ODI World Cup 2015, ODI World Cup 2019, T20 World Cup 2021 and Champions Trophy 2025 finals. They will face India in the T20 World Cup 2026 final tonight.
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09:17 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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It was done by Iran: Trump on strike on Iranian school that killed 160 girls

Amid the Middle East war, US President Donald Trump blamed Iran for a strike on a girls' school in Iran's Minab that reportedly killed 160 students. Trump said, "We think it was done by Iran because they're very inaccurate with their munitions. They have no accuracy whatsoever.” After the attack, Iran released pictures showing the mass burial of the victims.
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09:44 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Shoes are mine, I only follow his footsteps: Suryakumar on Rohit ahead of T20 World Cup final

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav credited his predecessor Rohit Sharma for India's continued success after T20 World Cup 2024, adding the ex-India captain had a hand in shaping his own leadership skills. "Shoes are mine...I only follow his footsteps...The way, where he left...I got to learn a lot of things from him when I was playing under him," Suryakumar said.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
09:36 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Prez Murmu was received as per approved lineup: CM Mamata on skipping formal welcome

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee broke her silence on President Droupadi Murmu's claims that the CM denied her a formal welcome. She said that the President was received and seen off in accordance with the approved lineup shared by her secretariat, and that she wasn't part of it. "BJP is...misusing the highest chair...for its own party agenda," CM Mamata added.
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09:32 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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What happened the last time India played against New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium?

India and New Zealand last faced each other in an international match at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 1, 2023. It was the series decider of a three-match T20I series between the two countries. India posted 234/4 in that match, with Shubman Gill scoring 126*(63). India dismissed New Zealand for 66, with Hardik Pandya taking four wickets.
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09:30 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Don't need people who join wars after we've won: Trump as UK plans to send aircraft carriers

US President Donald Trump slammed UK PM Keir Starmer after reports claimed he's planning to send aircraft carriers to the Middle East. Rejecting the offer, Trump said he'll "remember" the lack of British support, adding, "We don't need people that join wars after we've already won." Earlier, Trump criticised Starmer for initially blocking use of UK bases to attack Iran.
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09:58 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Who have won 'Player of the Match' award in finals in T20 World Cup history?

India's Irfan Pathan and Pakistan's Shahid Afridi were named POTM in T20 World Cup finals in 2007 and 2009, respectively. In 2010, England's Craig Kieswetter won it, while Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara won it in 2014. In 2012 and 2016, WI's Marlon Samuels won it. Mitchell Marsh, Sam Curran and Virat Kohli bagged it in 2021, 2022 and 2024, respectively.
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09:52 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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What is India's record in T20I finals?

India have played seven T20I tournament finals. They won T20 WC 2007 final against Pakistan. They lost to SL in T20 WC 2014 final. India beat Bangladesh in Asia Cup 2016 and Nidahas Trophy 2018 finals. India's Asiad final against Afghanistan in 2023 was washed out. They beat SA in T20 WC 2024 and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 final.
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09:49 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Who has smashed most runs in a T20 World Cup final for India?

Ex-India captain Virat Kohli holds the record for the top two scores by an Indian in a T20 World Cup final. Kohli scored 77(58) against Sri Lanka in 2014 final and he scored 76(59) in the 2024 final. Gautam Gambhir's 75(54) in the 2007 final against Pakistan is the third-highest score by an Indian in a T20 World Cup final.
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10:14 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Trump's misadventure already cost US military $100 bn: Iranian minister

Iranian Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araghchi criticised US President Donald Trump, saying Trump's "week-long misadventure has already cost the US military $100 billion". He added that Iran's openness to de-escalation in the region was "immediately killed" by Trump's miscalculation of Iranian capabilities, warning that when markets reopen, the cost will balloon and directly affect Americans.
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10:14 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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David Miller hits out at ICC for organising chartered flight for England before South Africa

South Africa batter David Miller criticised ICC, accusing it of showing preferential treatment to England after teams were stranded in India due to Middle East war. “Funny that England gets eliminated after West Indies and South Africa and gets on a charter back home tonight...while West Indies and South Africa still wait for answers in Kolkata,” Miller said on Saturday.
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10:12 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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Trump attends dignified transfer of 6 US soldiers killed in Kuwait

US President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of six American soldiers killed in an Iranian attack on Kuwait's Shuaiba Port. The service members' remains were brought to Dover Air Force Base. Also present at the ceremony were First Lady Melania Trump, US Vice President JD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, among others.
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10:08 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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How have India performed in T20 World Cup finals?

India defeated Pakistan by five runs in their first T20 World Cup final in the inaugural edition in 2007. India scored 157/5 and dismissed Pakistan for 152. India lost the 2014 final against Sri Lanka, with Sri Lanka chasing down 131-run target in 17.5 overs. India defeated South Africa by seven runs in the T20 World Cup 2024 final.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
10:19 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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On Women's Day, govt lists professions where Indian women are redefining boundaries

On the occasion of Women's Day, MyGov X handle listed professions that were once considered unsuitable for women and where Indian women redefined boundaries. It said 15% of commercial pilots in India are women, more than US (5.5%). Every year, 1.25 million women from science and tech fields join workforce. "43% of STEM graduates in India are women," it added
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10:44 am Sunday, 08 March, 2026

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