New Delhi: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur climbed to seventh spot in the latest women’s ODI rankings, while her teammates Mandana Continue to occupy the top spot. There have been some changes in the rankings, with Sophie Devine dropping to ninth place, while Jemimah Rodrigues remains in twelfth place.
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New Zealand players gain a lot
Several New Zealand players made huge strides in the series against Zimbabwe. Maddy Green impressed with her 94-run knock, helping her jump five spots to 17th with a career-high rating.All-rounder Amelia Kerr also shone, scoring 80 runs and taking 5 wickets in the final. She won Player of the Match and Player of the Series and moved up to a tie for 19th among hitters while maintaining a strong ranking among bowlers.Other players like Isabelle Gaze, Rosemary Mair and Bree Illing also improved their places in the batting and bowling lists.
T20I ranking changes
In the T20Is, Amelia Kerr continued her excellent form, scoring 78 against South Africa, a career-high score. Georgia Plimmer shot a 63 and moved up in the rankings.Among the bowlers, Jesse Cole moved up 11 places with a stellar performance, while Sophie Devine made a huge jump after taking four wickets in a match.
An Indian-Sikh restaurant owner in west London claims the Metropolitan Police “repeatedly refused” to help his family despite serious threats hours after he was detained and later released hours after a tense confrontation outside his restaurant.Rangrez’s boss Harman Singh Kapoor claimed in a social media post that his “outburst” was due to months of intimidation.He wrote: “Many people are unhappy with my attacks on radicals who continue to make my life a living hell.” He added: “The Metropolitan Police have repeatedly refused to help my family when a group of unruly radicals threatened to kill and rape us.”He also posted a video after his release of supporters gathering outside the restaurant and called his arrest “illegal.”
‘Non-halal’ stance sparks months of tension
At the center of the controversy is Rangrez, a neighborhood Indian restaurant in west London that has been operating for about 16 years and has announced plans to close.Kapoor said the company had been under continued pressure after publicly announcing it would not serve halal meat. A prominent sign outside the restaurant reads: “Proudly, we do not sell halal food.”Kapoor said that, as a Sikh, he prefers to serve jhatka meat, a method of slaughter that requires quick blows and which some Sikhs consider religiously permissible.According to him, the decision sparked months of backlash, including false online comments, threats and repeated confrontations.
Crowds gather and the situation escalates
Tensions came to a head on March 14 when Kapoor promoted a “non-halal party” at a restaurant, asking supporters to attend and document any disturbances.Later in the day, a large crowd gathered outside the restaurant in Hammersmith, with social media posts saying more than 100 people surrounded the restaurant. Videos shared online showed a heated atmosphere, with Kapoor describing the situation as threatening.Fearing for his family’s safety, he said he carried a “kirpan,” a Sikh ceremonial knife, for protection.
arrest and release
Kapoor said he was detained by the Metropolitan Police hours after the crowd began to disperse, allegedly for carrying a religious dagger.Police have not issued a detailed public statement clarifying the circumstances of the arrest or whether any charges will be filed.Kapoor was later released and later posted a video showing supporters gathering outside the restaurant. In another post, he wrote: “I can’t even hold a knife anymore or even eat. I could be arrested by the Metropolitan Police.”What started as a dispute over halal and non-halal food has evolved into a wider cultural and political controversy. Kapoor’s supporters claim he was targeted for exercising his religious beliefs and protecting his business, while critics say the situation has been exacerbated by provocative messages on social media and heightened tensions.
Malaysia’s hopes of qualifying for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup were dashed after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) ruled out two matches 3-0 for fielding ineligible players, a decision that confirmed Vietnam’s promotion from Group F.The AFC said the action was taken after Malaysia used ineligible players in the final round of qualifying. “The defendants fielded ineligible players in matches related to the 2027 AFC Asian Cup (qualifier final),” the AFC said in a statement. The Kuala Lumpur-based body also fined the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) US$50,000.After losing the game, Vietnam now leads the group with a six-point advantage, with Malaysia unlikely to catch up. The final group match between Vietnam and Malaysia on March 31 will no longer affect qualifying.“Although this match is no longer decisive for the final group rankings, it is still expected to be a noteworthy match,” the Vietnam Football Association said.The development comes in the wake of a FIFA investigation into Malaysia’s use of foreign-born players. The investigation focuses on the 4-0 victory over Vietnam in June last year and the 2-0 victory over Nepal in March last year. Both results have now been overturned.FIFA found that the players obtained their citizenship through forged documents and did not have Malaysian ancestry or ancestry. According to the governing body, three players are from Argentina, two are from Spain, one is from the Netherlands and one is from Brazil.The players involved are Hector Hever, Jon Elazábal, Gabriel Palmeiro, Facundo Garces, Rodrigo Horgado, Imanol Machuca and João Brando Figueiredo.The FIFA Appeals Committee said in its findings that the offense “undermines the foundations of football’s integrity”. It held both players and FAM accountable, stating that seven players “negligently used and benefited from forged documents” and that FAM’s “inability to establish accountability reflects systemic governance shortcomings and a lack of genuine commitment”.
An H-1B technician based in India A startling calculation was shared on Reddit claiming that the savings accumulated by working in the US can provide a financial cushion in India for nine years without any additional income.
An Indian H-1B worker revealed on Reddit that his savings in the United States could support him in India for nine years, easing his financial worries during visa delays (AP)
The Reddit user admitted that the numbers are not entirely reliable and that the rising cost of living in India could mess with the calculations.
Some Reddit Users responded to the post, finding it helpful at a time when several H-1B visa holders are stranded in India. trump card Crackdown and new visa policy. One user said the estimates helped ease the perception of the dire situation.
This H-1B skilled worker is currently stuck in India and shares his experience while waiting for his visa stamping reserve. This uncertainty, he said, forced him to take on an unusual task: calculating exactly how long his savings would last if he couldn’t return to the United States to continue his career.
According to his Reddit post, he has about $120,000 in savings. His monthly rent in the US is $1,950, while his living expenses in Bangalore are estimated to be around $100,000 per month. The technician was surprisingly relieved when he discovered that he could manage for about three months and cover the costs of both countries simultaneously. Furthermore, once his lease in the United States expired, he claimed that the remaining funds could sustain him for nearly nine years in India, even though he had no income during that period.
After looking at the data, the Indian tech worker said the situation suddenly became less dire. He believes that seven years of hard work in the United States, coupled with the dramatic change in the cost of living in India, has provided him with a degree of financial security.
Reddit user reactions
Amid the uncertainty surrounding H1-B visas, one user called the calculation “very impressive” and said “I hope it brings you peace of mind and allows you to secure a spot sooner rather than later.”
“Also, how many years of hard work did the savings come from? Single income or double income. Just trying to generalize something so I can do the math for my situation,” the person asked.
“Love the thought process here, OP! I’m glad you were able to stay calm and rationalize this. Of course, everyone’s situation is different – but this way of evaluating different scenarios is a great way to bring a sense of calm,” said another.
Kouri Richins, the author of the self-published children’s book “Are You With Me,” tells the sad story of being found guilty of aggravated murder of her husband, who he poisoned with fentanyl. Kouri Richins published the book a year after her husband, Eric Richins, was killed in March 2022. She spiked his cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl. The jury deliberated for three hours before announcing the verdict.Richins, a real estate agent who was deeply in debt, wanted to leave her husband but stayed because of his money, prosecutors said. She was planning a future with another man and had a life insurance policy taken out on her behalf without her husband’s knowledge. Prosecutors showed the jury text messages between Richins and Robert Josh Grossman, with whom she allegedly had an affair, in which she fantasized about leaving her husband, getting millions of dollars in a divorce and marrying Grossman.
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Richins’ search history included “what is the lethal dose of fentanyl, luxury prisons for wealthy Americans and what is written on the death certificate if someone is poisoned.”After poisoning her husband, she called 911, which prosecutors said was not “the sound of a widowed wife.” “This is the sound of a wife turning into a black widow,” they said. Before his arrest in May 2023, Richins self-published a children’s book about coping with the loss of a parent. During the case, the lead investigator revealed that she actually paid a ghostwriting company to write the book for her. The book, which says it aims to create peace and comfort for bereaved children, tells the story of a young boy who questions whether his father is there for him during special moments like birthdays, Christmas and the first day of school.
new delhi: australian stars Steve Smith David Warner faces growing uncertainty over his participation in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as security concerns in the region cast a shadow over the tournament.According to Australian media Codesport.com, several Australian players and coaches, including Glenn Maxwell and Marnus Labuschagne, are expected to participate in the PSL competition starting on March 26.
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However, rising tensions in Pakistan and surrounding areas have prompted serious discussions behind the scenes. Players have reportedly been informed of the security risks, including disruptions and travel complications related to the conflict. Flights in and out of the region have been affected, adding to uncertainty. Of greatest concern is a scheduled match in Peshawar, a city currently listed as “do not travel” by the Australian government due to security threats.Despite these risks, teams are continuing to prepare and a number of Australian players are expected to arrive in Pakistan soon. The situation leaves many people weighing the trade-offs between professional commitments and personal safety.To address concerns, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has proposed contingency measures, including evacuating players via private jets if the situation worsens. While the game remains as planned, the final decisions for players such as Smith and Warner may depend on how the safety situation develops in the coming days.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed that an attack killed Iran’s security chief, Ali Larijani, “one of the most senior and senior figures in the Iranian regime’s leadership.”
While Iran has yet to confirm Ali Larijani’s death; curiosity is growing about his family and wealth. (Reuters archives)
According to the Israel Defense Forces, after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Larijani “served as the leader of the Iranian regime,” taking the lead against Israel and neighboring countries.
Additionally, the Israeli military has linked Larijani to the crackdown on anti-establishment demonstrators in Iran, saying he “advanced” violent law enforcement tactics and crackdowns.
Iran has so far not confirmed Larijani’s death, with state media publishing a photo of a handwritten note purportedly signed by him that was also shared on his social media account.
The announcement of his death peaked global curiosity about not only his political power but also his wife, children and net worth. this is what we know Ali Larijani.
Last Friday, Larijani It can be seen on Tehran’s bustling streets during the annual Quds Day rallies. He was appointed secretary of the Supreme National Security Council in August following the joint US-Iranian attack on Iran in June 2025. On Monday, he issued a statement aimed at Muslims around the world, urging them to support Iran’s struggle and asking Gulf leaders to justify their continued permission to allow the United States to establish military bases in their countries used to launch attacks against Iran.
Ali Larijani’s early life, family and political career
Ali Larijani was born in Najaf, Iraq, on September 3, 1958. His father was Grand Ayatollah Mirza Hashem Amoli, and he grew up in a prominent clergy family. The family moved to Iran after the 1979 revolution, which brought him into Qom’s religious circles.
He received a degree in Mathematics from Alia Meir University and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tehran. His early career included serving as editor of the Tehran Times and as deputy culture minister during the administration of President Rafsanjani.
The Larijani brothers — Ali, Sadiq (former justice minister) and others — hold significant control in Iran. The five brothers hold important positions and have established “spheres of influence” in the judicial, legislative, security and other departments.
Before the war broke out, Larijani also played an important diplomatic role alongside Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in trying to persuade Gulf states to avoid launching attacks on Iran. In addition, he also traveled to Muscat, the capital of Oman, to meet with mediators involved in the discussions.
Larijani issued a resolute statement after US and Israeli attacks killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warning Iran would ensure its opponents “regret” their actions and vowing to retaliate forcefully.
As chief nuclear negotiator, he played a major role in shaping Iran’s discussions with global powers and later supported the 2015 nuclear deal.
Although he is often seen as a pragmatist within the political framework, his stance has become more rigid in recent months as tensions with Israel and the United States escalate and diplomatic initiatives fail.
The United States has announced a reward of up to $10m (£7.5m) for information about senior Iranian military and intelligence officials, including Larijani, who is part of a list of 10 people linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
According to the Guardian, if Larijani’s death is confirmed, the total number of senior Iranian officials killed by Israel since the outbreak of the current conflict will increase to ten.
Among them were five other senior military leaders, including Ali Shamkhani, who served as a close adviser to the supreme leader.
Ali Larijani’s wife and children
At age 20, he married Farideh Motahari, the daughter of Morteza Motahari, a trusted associate of Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic, Al Jazeera reported.
Although his family had a very conservative religious background, his children followed different paths. His daughter Fatemeh graduated from the University of Tehran in medicine and continued her studies at Cleveland State University in Ohio, USA.
Larijani and Farijani have four children: two sons, Moteza and Mohammad Reza, and two daughters, Fatmeh Ardashir Larijani and Sara.
The two sons keep a low profile in Iran and may be involved in business or religious activities. By contrast, the daughters are in the spotlight – Fatmeh has attracted attention for her career in the United States, while Sarah has been less in the public eye.
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Fatemeh was a cancer specialist who trained at University Hospitals in Cleveland and worked at Emory University Winship Cancer Institute in Atlanta before he was fired in January 2026.
She has been targeted by Iranian-American protests amid a crackdown in Iran, with U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter calling for her to be deported over her father’s role. After her firing, her biography was removed from Emory University’s website.
The petition, which has gathered more than 41,000 signatures, urges President Trump to revoke her medical license due to her family’s ties to violence. Fatmeh’s husband is an American who works in clinical consulting.
What is Ali Larijani’s net worth?
Ali Larijani’s net worth remains undisclosed to the public due to a lack of credible financial transparency.
Analysts and political observers reportedly estimate his wealth to be between $1 million and $5 million. However, these are unverified estimates.
India condemns Pakistan at UN for ‘fabricated’ Islamophobic rhetoric, points to Ahmadi crackdown and Afghanistan bombings
India on Monday strongly condemned Pakistan at the United Nations, saying it habitually “fabricated” Islamophobic rhetoric against its neighbor, while questioning Islamabad’s own record on its treatment of minorities during Ramzan and its actions against Afghanistan.Addressing the United Nations General Assembly to mark the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Parvatarani Harish issued a sharp rebuttal to Pakistan and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation while urging the United Nations to avoid formulating a framework that focuses only on one faith rather than addressing all forms of religious discrimination.
‘India’s Western neighbors’ spin Islamophobic narratives
“India’s western neighbors are a perfect example of imaginative stories of Islamophobia being created in their neighbourhoods,” Harish said.In a stinging attack, he added: “One wonders what will be called the brutal crackdown on Ahmadiyya in this country, or the massive deportation of helpless Afghans or the airstrikes during this holy month of Ramadan?”Harish’s response comes against the backdrop of Pakistan’s repeated attempts to level accusations against India in multilateral forums under the banner of Islamophobia.He also said the OIC “is systematically attempted by our Western neighbors to weaponize it against India” and has repeatedly made “false and baseless accusations” against the country.
India warns against weaponizing religion at UN
Harish stressed that the United Nations must take note of “the growing trend and danger of state and non-state actors weaponizing and exploiting religious identities to serve narrow political ends.”He warned that politicizing religion would not resolve grievances but risk legitimizing “selective, polarizing narratives” that would deepen divisions, the Press Trust of India news agency reported.“The United Nations is considered an institution that transcends religion, culture and politics. Its credibility depends on universality and impartiality,” he said.He further urges “to be wary of frameworks that focus solely on one faith without addressing all manifestations of broader religious phobia.”India also stressed that the 1981 Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief remains a balanced and durable instrument as it protects followers of all faiths without privileging any one religion.
India highlights its Muslim population, Kashmiri representation
Emphasizing the diverse character of India, Harish said that India has more than 200 million Muslims and is one of the countries with the largest Muslim population in the world.He said Muslims in India, including those in Jammu and Kashmir, elect their own representatives to speak for them.“The only ‘phobia’ evident here seems to be against multiculturalism and peaceful coexistence enjoyed by all communities in India, including the Muslim community,” he said.He added that such claims were contrary to India’s “fundamental ethos” and instead reflected “the sectarian and terrorist mentality that has existed in this country since its inception.”
Afghan reference adds sharp edges
Harish’s reference to “air strikes in this holy month of Ramadan” comes amid rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.Afghanistan claimed that an airstrike on the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital in Kabul late Monday killed about 400 people and injured about 250 others, with a Taliban spokesman blaming Pakistan. However, Pakistani media Sama quoted security sources as denying the allegation and calling the suggestion that the drug treatment hospital was attacked “ridiculous.”Pakistani authorities insisted the attacks targeted Taliban-linked military infrastructure in Kabul and Nangarhar and caused “no collateral damage.”
Former South Africa batsman AB de Villiers said MS Dhoni should be offered higher in the batting order for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the upcoming IPL, adding that his current lower position does not maximize his impact.Dhoni, 44, will play for CSK when the season begins on March 28. De Villiers said Dhoni’s recent tendency to bat at No. 8 or 9 has limited his impact.Talking about Dhoni’s role in CSK, De Villiers said: “It’s very tricky and not simple. Brands are built over the years and CSK built the empire with the image of MS Dhoni that has always been there. When you mention CSK, you immediately think of Dhoni.”“I feel like his role over the last few years has been purely to keep the brand as strong as possible. That’s why I don’t think he’s going to bat at eight or nine like he did last season and not do enough,” de Villiers said, according to news agency PTI.“We know his batting is impactful, but if he’s batting that low and not being captain, it feels like he’s almost just filling a spot for the wrong reasons. There’s still a place for him but he needs to bat higher, at least six and sometimes maybe five or four.” The former South Africa captain said that Dhoni should make way if he bats below number six. “I do think Rutaraj and Sanju are the perfect players to take over from MS (Dhoni). My only question is where does MS fit in, if he can’t make that big of an impact sometimes at No. 4, 5, 6, then would rather be left out of the lineup,” de Villiers said, adding, “Let someone else, maybe bowl and bat and have a bigger impact in the game.”“ De Villiers also said, “It’s a tricky situation but Sanju Samson is the right person to take over and the credit goes to Dhoni because he has been waiting for the right person. If MS comes on, I hope he can take more pressure and be the one to handle those big moments.”As part of their future plans, CSK traded Sanju Samson from Rajasthan Royals (RR) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction.
A viral post claims that IShowSpeed has been invited to the wedding of Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez and will be broadcasting it live. The offer went viral but lacked any official confirmation. The statement comes from a meme account using an old image. In fact, the couple plans to hold a private ceremony after the 2026 World Cup, which Speed mentioned earlier as a joke.
Rumors spread fast and loud. A viral post claims a popular streamer has been invited to one of football’s most anticipated weddings and will even be broadcasting it live. The quote sparked off the buzz: “🚨 IShowSpeed has confirmed he has been invited to participate cristiano ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez’s wedding, which will be broadcast live. ” It sounds believable at first glance. Big shot. Bigger hype. But this story simply doesn’t hold up. It has not yet been confirmed by anyone involved. There is no official statement. There are no reliable sources. Instead, what exists are familiar patterns from the social media age, with looped jokes and edited visuals dressed up as breaking news. This time, millions of people were caught off guard.
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This statement is false. It comes from a football meme account that is known for making fun of things rather than reporting on them. The photos in the post are old and not relevant to any upcoming ceremony. They are put back together in a way that is a believable but false story.Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez are actually engaged; they got engaged in August 2025. The viral post made their plans appear more public than they actually were.The couple plans to hold a private ceremony in Portugal after the 2026 World Cup. Ceremonies should be private, carefully planned, and free from the noise of constant media attention.IShowSpeed’s connection to this story comes from an interesting moment that happened a few months ago. During a live broadcast in November 2025, he jokingly asked for an invitation. The moment is funny rather than prophetic. There has been no news since he did not receive an invitation.The episode draws attention to a growing problem in digital culture. The lines between news and entertainment are becoming increasingly blurred. The key to viral posts is speed, not accuracy. Fans often share the content before viewing it, which helps such claims spread quickly.Readers can easily understand the main points. Stop and think before you believe. Look at the source code. If a story looks like this, it’s usually too perfect or too dramatic. There is no live broadcast, no confirmed guest list, and no public events planned for it. There’s a private party coming up that’s far beyond the imagination of the internet.
