Progressive Broadcast Circle News
Aug, 30 2025
Pakistan’s home Champions Trophy unraveled fast: a 60-run loss to New Zealand in Karachi, a defeat to India, then a washout against Bangladesh. Dropped catches—most notably by Salman Ali Agha—highlighted fielding flaws that sapped the bowlers and the crowd. With infrastructure issues and shaky preparation also in focus, Pakistan exited without a win despite arriving as defending champions.
Aug, 30 2025
Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 39 runs in the UAE T20I Tri-Series opener in Sharjah. Captain Salman Ali Agha steadied Pakistan from 83/4 to 182/7, backed by Mohammad Nawaz and a late burst from Faheem Ashraf. Afghanistan raced to 92/2 but then lost five wickets for four runs in 17 balls. Haris Rauf took four, Sufiyan Muqeem added two, and Rashid Khan’s 39 off 16 was not enough.
Aug, 29 2025
Reliance Industries shares fell 2.3% during the 48th AGM as Mukesh Ambani said Jio will list in the first half of 2026 and announced a new AI arm, Reliance Intelligence, alongside a Google partnership. The market reacted to no direct benefits for RIL shareholders and a potential holding company discount. Despite the drop, analysts still see upside over 12 months.
Aug, 29 2025
Sri Lanka named a 17-man T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series, dropping Dinesh Chandimal and bringing in Nuwanidu Fernando for Avishka Fernando. Wanindu Hasaranga is not in the squad, raising fitness questions, but he could return for the Asia Cup 2025. With the Asia Cup squad deadline set for August 30 and the tournament starting on September 9 in the UAE, this series is Sri Lanka’s final tune-up.
Set the mood for Ganesh Chaturthi with 7 Bollywood tracks that blend devotion and energy. From Agneepath’s “Deva Shree Ganesha” to the classic aartis, this curated list covers processions, aarti, and home pujas. Get context, artist credits, and timing tips to build a festive playlist that works for both grand pandals and intimate gatherings.
Ravichandran Ashwin has retired from the IPL after 221 matches and 187 wickets, leaving a legacy built on skill, control, and big-match nerve. From CSK’s title runs to Rajasthan’s late-stage pushes, he shaped games with the carrom ball and smart plans. Here are five standout performances that defined his IPL story and why his influence will linger long after the numbers.
Aug, 27 2025
Ireland Women rolled Netherlands for 110 and chased it with seven balls to spare in the Europe Division 1 qualifier. Arlene Kelly led the attack with three wickets, backed by tight spells from Jane Maguire and Leah Paul. Gaby Lewis (56) and Orla Prendergast (49) handled the chase. The result gives Ireland two more points and a handy net run rate boost in the race for the next stage.
A Bihar entrepreneur turned a Tata Nano into a helicopter-style wedding car and built a rental business around it. Another young maker from Chhapra spent seven months and Rs 7 lakh on a similar dream project. These replicas don’t fly, but they offer the drama of a helicopter entry at a fraction of the cost. The craze highlights India’s jugaad culture and a growing market for wedding showpieces.
After being named a wild card for the 2025 BNP Paribas Open, Venus Williams declined the offer days later, citing prior commitments. The 44-year-old had not played since March 2024 and later accepted a wild card for the DC Open in July 2025, signaling a targeted return to competition after a 16-month break.
Top seed Taylor Fritz eased past Aleksandar Vukic and then Matteo Arnaldi to reach the DC Open quarterfinals, riding a 15-2 run since June. He fired 11 aces against Vukic, saved the only break point he faced, and kept his momentum from a Wimbledon semifinal. On the women’s side, Maria Sakkari ousted No. 2 seed Emma Navarro in straight sets.
