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TopicICC Champions Trophy 2025

Topic: ICC Champions Trophy 2025

For Pakistanis, ‘world’s greatest rivalry’ is dead. It has become a ‘salana bezzati’

Many say that the essence of India-Pakistan cricket isn’t about who wins or loses. It’s about unforgettable moments, passionate debates, and stories we pass down through generations.

‘Mauka Mauka’ man got chance at good life after ad. ‘India-Pak commercial made me an overnight star’

It has been a decade since the first of the 'Mauka Mauka' ads aired during the 2015 ICC World Cup. They soon became a fixture before India-Pakistan matches.

Pakistan’s batting performance leaves Pakistanis annoyed. ‘India should get over this rivalry’

The overall sentiment that Indians & Pakistanis shared after the first innings was that “the vibes are off”—the rivalry is now boring.

Jasprit Bumrah collects his ICC awards for stellar 2024 performance ahead of India-Pakistan game

The fast-bowler is skipping Champions Trophy due to a back injury but was present in Dubai to cheer Team India on from the stands.

What’s that screenless band Virat Kohli and Harshit Rana are wearing on their wrists?

The fitness accessory has also popularly been worn by Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Lebron James, Michael Phelps, Rory Mcllroy and Tiger Woods.

ThePrint Quiz, 23 February, 2025: Test your knowledge of the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry

India is playing Pakistan in Dubai in the ongoing 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. In this edition of ThePrint Quiz, let’s test your knowledge of the greatest cricket rivalry of all time.

Champions Trophy: Josh Inglis propels Australia to 1st win with maiden ton as Duckett’s 165 goes in vain

England-born Australian cricketer Inglis blasted an unbeaten 120 off 86 deliveries, guiding Australia to 356/5 in 47.3 overs in Lahore, in the highest-ever run chase in tournament's history.

India vs Pakistan in Champions Trophy history: High-octane clashes, controversies & standout players

Since 2004, the two have locked horns on several occasions. Each encounter has added a fresh chapter to an already storied rivalry.

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How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

2025 marked key point in India’s power sector: Clean energy surge pushed coal power into rare decline

Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.