SIM binding will only safeguard citizens' interest, says COAI

IANS | December 10, 2025 9:23 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) on Wednesday clarified misconceptions that are being spread post the Union government introducing the requirement of SIM binding for using communication services through applications, saying the development would only safeguard citizen interest.

Thomas Knight named as Scotland’s captain for 2026 Men’s U19 World Cup

IANS | December 10, 2025 9:09 PM

Glasgow (Scotland), Dec 10 (IANS) Thomas Knight has been appointed as Scotland’s captain for the 2026 International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Under-19 World Cup, to be held in Namibia and Zimbabwe from January 15 to February 6. In a statement, Cricket Scotland said that following the ICC Europe Qualifier in August, Shlok Thaker and Shreyas Tekale have been added to the squad for the biannual showpiece event.

TPL Season 7: Delhi Aces dominate as Mumbai Eagles edge SG Pipers in thrilling Day Two

IANS | December 10, 2025 8:54 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 10 (IANS) GS Delhi Aces and Chennai Smashers kicked off the action in another round of closely-fought contests as the players returned to the charcoal-coloured court on Day two of the Tennis Premier League (TPL) Season 7 at the Gujarat University Tennis Stadium on Wednesday. Delhi Aces dominated the match and defeated Chennai Smashers 56–44 in the league match.

You'd be foolish to treat ILT20 as a warm-up for T20 World Cup, says DC all-rounder Neesham

Niharika Raina | December 10, 2025 8:13 PM

Dubai, Dec 10 (IANS) James Neesham, the New Zealand seam-bowling all-rounder currently turning out for Dubai Capitals in the International League T20 *(ILT20), said the ongoing tournament can’t be viewed as a warm-up for next year’s T20 World Cup, stressing that the mega event in India and Sri Lanka will pose challenges entirely different from the UAE conditions.