Culprits Will Be Jailed’: PM Modi Promises Action on Sabarimala Gold Case Ahead of Kerala Polls
Thiruvananthapuram | 23 January 2026Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday made a strong assurance to the people of Kerala amid the ongoing controversy over alleged gold theft at the Sabarimala temple. Addressing a public gathering in Thiruvananthapuram, the Prime Minister said that if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) comes to power in the state after the upcoming assembly elections, the Sabarimala gold loss will be thoroughly examined and those responsible will be sent to jail. “This is Modi’s guarantee,” he said.PM Modi made these remarks while launching several development projects in the state and flagging off new train services. Referring to the religious importance of Sabarimala, he said, “The entire country, all of us, have unwavering faith...
ICC Moves Ahead as Bangladesh Misses Deadline; Scotland Set to Replace in T20 World Cup 2026
Dubai |23 January 2026The International Cricket Council (ICC) is now preparing to move forward without Bangladesh in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) failed to respond within the 24-hour deadline. The ICC had asked Bangladesh to confirm whether their team would travel to India for the tournament, but no formal communication reached the ICC headquarters in Dubai before the deadline ended.According to reports, the ICC has made it clear that the decision is straightforward. A confirmation from Bangladesh would settle the issue immediately. But a refusal—or silence that acts like a refusal—would trigger a replacement plan. In that scenario, Scotland is set to receive the invitation and take Bangladesh’s place in...
Rashid Latif Calls on Pakistan to Boycott T20 World Cup Amid Bangladesh–ICC Standoff
Islamabad | 22 January 2026Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to boycott the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka, in support of Bangladesh. His remarks come amid a growing dispute between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) over security concerns related to playing matches in India.The controversy began after the BCB expressed reluctance to send its players to India, citing safety issues, and requested that their matches be shifted to Sri Lanka. However, the ICC rejected this demand, stating that the original schedule would remain unchanged. The BCB was given 24 hours to consult its government and make a final decision, with the...
Pakistan Dismisses T20 World Cup Boycott Talk, Says No Reason to Pull Out
Islamabad, 20 January 2026Pakistan have firmly rejected reports suggesting they might boycott the upcoming T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh. According to sources close to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), there is no discussion or intention within the board to withdraw from the tournament, even if Bangladesh decide to step away due to their ongoing dispute with the International Cricket Council (ICC).Clarifying the situation, a PCB source said Pakistan have “no grounds” to boycott the event, as all their World Cup matches are scheduled to be played in Sri Lanka. This arrangement was finalised in early 2025 after India declined to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Since Pakistan are not required to play any matches in India, the ICC...
ICC Sets January 21 Deadline for Bangladesh on 2026 T20 World Cup Participation
New Delhi | January 19, 2026The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a clear deadline to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to confirm whether Bangladesh will take part in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. According to a report by ESPNcricinfo, the ICC has asked the BCB to take a final decision by January 21, failing which Bangladesh could be replaced in the tournament.The ultimatum came after a second round of meetings between ICC officials and BCB representatives held in Dhaka on Saturday. During the meeting, the BCB repeated its willingness to play in the World Cup but maintained that it does not want to play its matches in India. Bangladesh has cited security concerns and requested that its matches be shifted to Sri Lanka, one of the co-hosts...
Tension Visible on Field as India, Bangladesh U-19 Captains Skip Handshake at World Cup Toss
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe | January 17, 2026Diplomatic strain between India and Bangladesh was clearly visible on the cricket field during the Under-19 World Cup Group B match on Saturday at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. The moment that drew attention came at the toss, when Indian captain Ayush Mhatre and Bangladesh skipper Md Azizul Hakim Tamim avoided the customary handshake, reflecting the growing tension between the two neighbouring nations.After winning the toss, Bangladesh captain Tamim chose to bowl first. As the decision was announced, Mhatre stepped back instead of moving forward for a handshake, while Tamim also walked away to speak with the broadcaster. The two captains avoided eye contact and went their separate ways, making the absence of the...
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